Stihl MS 461 - Brake Lever

20 MS 461, MS 461-R
Install a new brake band if there are
noticeable signs of wear (large
areas on inside diameter and/or
parts of outside diameter – arrows)
and its remaining thickness is less
than 0.6 mm.
Installing
– Disengage the chain brake.
: Hold the brake band (1)
sideways, attach it to the brake
lever (2) and then swing it in the
direction of its seat.
: Position the brake band (1) in the
guide (arrow).
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– Engage the chain brake
: Push the brake band (1) over the
guide lugs (arrows) and into its
seat.
: Push the brake band (1) into
its seat (arrow) as far as stop.
: Insert and tighten down the
screw (2) firmly.
: Place the covers (1) and (2) in
position.
: Insert and tighten down the
screws (3) firmly.
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– Install the clutch drum,
b 4.1
– Check operation, b 5.1
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
5.3 Brake Lever
– Troubleshooting, b 3.2
– Remove the brake band, b 5.2
– Engage the chain brake
– this relieves spring tension.
: Use the assembly tool
1117 890 0900 to disconnect the
brake spring (1) from the anchor
pin (arrow).
– Remove the brake spring from
the brake lever.
– Remove the rewind starter,
b 8.2
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