Instruction Manual

MS 261 C-M
English
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If the groove is not at least this deep:
N Replace guide bar
Otherwise the drive links will grind
against the base of the groove – the
bottoms of the cutters and the tie straps
will not lie against the bar.
Removing the Shroud
N To switch off the engine, move the
Master Control lever in the direction
of STOP or † – when released, the
Master Control lever springs back to
the run position F.
N Push the hand guard forward – the
chain is locked.
N Open the twist locks (1) by turning
them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with
the combination wrench.
N Remove the shroud (2).
Installing the Shroud
N Place the shroud in position.
N Close the twist locks by turning
them a 1/4 turn clockwise.
The air filter system can be adapted to
suit different operating conditions by
installing different filters. Changing a
filter is accomplished quickly and simply.
N HD2 Filter Universal filter for almost
all operating conditions (from very
dusty to very cold)
N Synthetic fabric filter: For use in
severe conditions, e.g. extreme
wintry operating conditions - such
as powdery or drifting snow. Less
suitable for very dusty conditions.
STIHL filters have a long service life in
dry operating conditions.
N Always use STIHL filters in dry
state.
Dirty air filters reduce engine power,
increase fuel consumption and make
starting more difficult.
Picco 3/8“ P 5.0 mm
Rapid 3/8“; 0.325“ 6.0 mm
Rapid 0.404“ 7.0 mm
Shroud
1
1
1
001BA199 KN
2
Air Filter System
5902BA008 KN
5902BA009 KN