Owner's Manual

MS 261, MS 261 C
English
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– Too much oil in fuel mix.
– Dirty air filter.
– Unfavorable running conditions,
e.g. operating at part load.
Installing the spark plug
N Insert the spark plug through the
grommet and screw it in by hand.
N Tighten down the spark plug, fit the
boot and press it down firmly.
N Install the shroud – see "Shroud".
Removing the fan housing
N Remove the shroud – see "Shroud".
N Take out the screws (1).
N Push the hand guard upwards.
N Pull the underside of the fan
housing away from the crankcase
and remove it downwards.
Replacing a broken starter rope
Models with Easy2Start
If suitable circlip pliers are not available,
have the starter rope or rewind spring
replaced by your servicing dealer.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury,
use only spark plugs authorized by
STIHL. Always press spark plug boot (1)
snugly onto spark plug terminal (2) of
the proper size. (Note: If terminal has
detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be
attached.) A loose connection between
spark plug boot and ignition wire con-
nector in the boot may create arcing that
could ignite combustible fumes and
cause a fire.
1
2
000BA071 KN
5902BA016 KN
Replacing the Starter Rope
and Rewind Spring
1
1
1
1
5902BA028 KN