Stihl MS 341 Shop Manual page 10

Condition
Saw chain does not stop
immediately when brake is
activated
Saw chain does not stop
immediately when coasting brake is
activated (only versions with
QuickStop Super)
MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C
Cause
Brake spring stretched or broken
Brake band stretched. worn or
broken
Clutch drum worn
Brake cable play incorrect
Brake cable stretched or broken
Parts of activating mechanism stiff
Chain brake spring stretched or
broken
Brake ban stretched, worn or
broken
Remedy
Fit new brake spring
Fit new brake band
Fit new clutch drum
Readjust brake cable play (free
travel)
Fit new brake cable
Clean or replace parts of activating
mechanism
Fit new brake spring
Fit new brake band
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