Stihl MS 271 User Manual

MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C
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If groove depth is less than specified:
N Replace the guide bar.
The drive link tangs will otherwise
scrape along the bottom of the groove –
the cutters and tie straps will not ride on
the bar rails.
Remove shroud
N Move the Master Control Lever to
the stop position 0
N Push the front hand guard forwards
– the saw chain is blocked
N Loosen screws (1)
N Remove the shroud (2)
Refitting the shroud
N Refit the shroud and tighten the
screws
The air filter system can be adapted to
suit different operating conditions by
installing different filters. Changing the
filter is quick and simple.
Fleece filter
N Fleece filter for normal operating
conditions and dry work areas.
HD2 filter
N HD2 filter (black filter frame, pleated
filter material) for extreme wintry
conditions (e.g. powder or drifting
snow) or very dusty work areas.
Chain type Pitch Minimum
groove
depth
Picco 3/8" P 0.20"
(5.0 mm)
Rapid 1/4" 0.16"
(4.0 mm)
Rapid 3/8"; 0.325" 0.24"
(6.0 mm)
Rapid 0.404" 0.28"
(7.0 mm)
Shroud
1
1
1
2710BA003 KN
2
Air Filter System
5902BA009 KN
5902BA008 KN

Stihl MS 271 Specifications

General

Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain gauge	1.6 mm
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Blade length	400 mm
Automatic oiling	Yes
Oil tank capacity	0.24 L
Fuel tank capacity	0.5 L
Engine displacement	55.5 cm³
Engine power	3.8 hp
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	5600 g