MS 270, MS 270 C, MS 280, MS 280 C
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N Release the rope rotor
N Slowly let go of rope so that it winds
onto the rotor
The starter grip must be drawn firmly
into the rope guide bush. If it tips
sideways: increase the spring tension by
another turn.
It must be possible to turn the rope rotor
on another half-turn when the rope has
been drawn out completely. If not, the
spring has been tensioned too tightly
and may break!
N Remove one turn of the rope from
the rotor
N Mount the fan cover on the fan
housing
Replacing broken rewind spring
N Remove the rope rotor
N Carefully pry out the broken pieces
of spring with a screwdriver
N Apply a few drops of non-resinous
oil to the new replacement spring
N Position the replacement spring
with frame in the fan housing – the
anchor loop (arrow) must be located
over the retaining lug in the fan
cover
N Apply suitable tools (screwdriver,
punch, etc.) to the recesses and
push the spring into its seat in the
fan cover – the spring slides out of
the frame
N Reinstall the rope rotor, tension the
rewind spring, replace the fan cover
and screw it into place
For periods of 3 months or longer
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
N Run the engine until the carburetor
is dry – this helps prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
N Remove the saw chain and guide
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
N Thoroughly clean the machine –
pay special attention to the cylinder
fins and air filter.
N If you use a biological chain and bar
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
N Store the machine in a dry, high or
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
The broken pieces of spring may
still be under tension and can
spring apart unexpectedly on
removal from the fan cover – risk
of injury! Wear face shield and
protective gloves
001BA103 KN
Storing the Machine
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