Stihl MS 341 Shop Manual page 31

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: Loosen the screw (1).
: Use a 6mm open-end wrench to
adjust play with the adjusting nut
(2) on the brake cable.
Turn wrench to right (clockwise)
to reduce play.
Turn wrench to left (counter-
clockwise) to increase play.
: Tighten down the screw (1)
firmly.
Reassemble in the reverse
sequence.
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5.5.6 Checking Operation of
Coasting Brake
Check operation of the chain brake
with the bar and chain mounted.
When starting the machine observe
local safety regulations and the
safety precautions in the instruction
manual.
– With the engine running, open
the throttle wide.
– Release the rear handle.
The chain must come to a standstill
in less than one second.
If the coasting brake does not
operate properly, troubleshooting
chart – b 4.1.
In either case the sliding and
bearing points shown in the
illustrations should be serviced as
follows:
If lightly contaminated:
– Clean all parts with a standard
solvent-based degreasant
containing no chlorinated or
halogenated hydrocarbons.
If heavily contaminated or
clogged with resin:
– Remove the parts concerned and
clean in a standard solvent-
based degreasant containing no
chlorinated or halogenated
hydrocarbons.
– Replace worn or damaged parts.
– Before re-installing parts, the
machine recesses and seats.
: Lubricate the bearing points
(arrows) with grease – b 16.
: Lubricate bearing points (1) and
sliding points (arrows) with
grease – b 16.
– Coat outside diameter of clutch
drum with chain oil to reduce
"snatching" during the first few
brake applications.
MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C
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