Replacing The Starter Rope And Rewind Spring - Stihl MS 280 Instruction Manual

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N Unplug spark plug boot (3)
N Unscrew spark plug
Checking the spark plug
N Clean dirty spark plug.
N Check electrode gap (A) and
readjust if necessary – see
"Specifications".
N Rectify the problems which have
caused fouling of the spark plug.
Possible causes are:
– Too much oil in fuel mix.
– Dirty air filter.
– Unfavorable running conditions.
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If the spark plug comes with a
detachable adapter nut (1), screw
the adapter onto the thread and
tighten it down firmly to reduce
the risk of arcing and fire.
Installing the Spark Plug
N Screw home the spark plug, fit the
boot and press it down firmly.
N Fit the carburetor box cover.
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Replacing the Starter Rope
and Rewind Spring
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Removing the fan cover
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N Remove screws (1)
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Push hand guard upward
N Pull the bottom of the fan cover
away from the fan housing and
remove downwards
Replace torn starter rope
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N Carefully press the spring clip (2) off
of the axle with a screw driver or
suitable pliers
N Carefully remove the rope rotor with
washer (3) and pawls (4)
The rewind spring can jump out –
risk of injury!
MS 270, MS 270 C, MS 280, MS 280 C
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