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12.10.2 Removing and Installing 12.11 Fuel Intake 12.11.1 Pickup Body 12.11.2 Fuel Hose 12.11.3 Fuel Hoses – Manual Fuel Pump 12.11.4 Manual Fuel Pump 12.11.5 Tank Housing Special Servicing Tools Servicing Aids MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Run the machine only with the shroud mounted in position – there is otherwise a risk of injury from the fanwheel and a risk of engine damage due to overheating. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
0.30 (+ 0.05/- 0.10) mm Spark plug (resistor type): NGK CMR 6 H Electrode gap: 0.5 mm Chain Lubrication Speed-controlled Ematic oil pump Oil delivery rate: 8.0 (+/3.0) cm /min at 10,000 rpm MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Engine housing / bearing plug Screw D 4x16 Oil pump 1), 3) Screw M 5x16 Muffler / cylinder 10.0 2), 3) M 8x1 Flywheel / crankshaft 28.0 Screw P 4x10 Retainer MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Power screwdriver setting for polymer: DG and P screws max. 500 rpm Do not use an impact wrench for releasing or tightening screws. Do not mix up screws with and without binding heads. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Clutch springs stretched Replace all clutch springs Needle cage damaged Fit new needle cage Clutch shoe retainer broken Install new retainer or clutch Clutch shoes and carrier worn Install new clutch MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Brake spring stretched or broken Fit new brake spring immediately when brake is activated Brake band stretched or worn Fit new brake band Clutch drum worn Install new clutch drum MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Coasting brake does not disengage lever properly even though lockout lever is depressed QuickStop Super Brake cable overtensioned Adjust brake cable Braking action of coasting brake inadequate – lockout lever not depressed MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Install new oil intake hose damaged Engine housing cracked Install new engine housing Oil pump delivers insufficient oil Oil pump damaged or worn Install new oil pump Worm driver is loose Install new worm MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Spring loop in spring housing not Attach spring loop to carrier attached to carrier Starter rope is difficult to pull – Spring in spring housing fatigued Install new spring housing models with ErgoStart MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(containing no stick together) or moisture has got chlorinated or halogenated onto the rewind spring (spring hydrocarbons), then pull rope windings frozen together) carefully several times until normal action is restored MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Damaged insulation or break in ignition lead or short circuit. Check ignition lead/module, replace ignition module if necessary. Check operation of the spark plug, clean or replace spark plug if necessary. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Leak on fuel hose from tank to Seal connections or install new fuel carburetor hose Engine loses power during Sealing ring or spring in accelerator Install new carburetor acceleration pump worn or damaged MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Engine idle speed too high Readjust with idle speed screw LA (counterclockwise) Clutch springs stretched or fatigued Replace the clutch springs or install new clutch Clutch spring hooks broken Replace the clutch springs MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– key in flywheel has sheared off Engine running extremely rich, has Choke shutter does not open Check carburetor and choke shaft, no power and a very low maximum service or replace if necessary speed MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Thoroughly clean all cooling air inlets in fan housing blocked or openings and the cylinder fins cooling fins on cylinder very dirty Air inlet in fan housing dirty Clean air inlet on fan housing MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
0000 893 5904 must butt against the cylinder wall (arrow) and the flat side of its metal top must rest on the piston crown – as shown in the illustration. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
0.6 mm. rear handle – the chain must come to an abrupt stop. : Remove the screw (1) from the underside of the machine. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Remove the brake spring from the brake lever. : Insert and tighten down the screws (2) firmly. : Push the brake band (1) over the guide lugs (arrows) and into its seat. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(arrow) is at the top. and strap (2). : Push the brake lever (2) into the : Pull out the flat spring (3). recess in the hand guard (1) and line up the holes. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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6.6 : Push the flat spring (1) slightly to one side until the cam of the hand guard (arrow) slips passed it. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(2). : Pull out the flat spring (3). : Disconnect the spring (1) from the anchor pin (arrow). – Remove the brake spring (1) from the brake lever. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Hold the brake lever (2) so that the brake spring attachment point (arrow) is at the top. : Push the brake cable grommet (1) into its seat (arrow) as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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A certain amount of free travel is necessary to guarantee correct operation of the coasting brake. – Troubleshooting, b 3.2 : Attach the spring (1) to the brake lever (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Use 6mm open end wrench the set free travel on the adjusting – Remove the switch lever, screw (1). b 10.3.1 – Check the brake cable (1) and retainer (2), replace if necessary MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(2). housing. : Push the insert (1) with brake cable (2) into its seat (arrow) as far as stop. – The insert must be flush with the housing ribs. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(1). screw (2) firmly. : Position the brake cable (1) in the guide (arrow). – Install the switch lever, b 10.3.1 – Install the throttle trigger, b 10.3 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Apply tool to the side (arrow) of – Reassemble in the reverse the wing nut (1) and carefully pry sequence. it out of the sprocket cover. – Check the wing nut (1) and replace if necessary MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Fit the collar stud by hand so that it engages the existing thread. – Screw home the collar stud and tighten it down firmly. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Remove the exhaust gasket – always install a new exhaust : Fit the new exhaust gasket (1) gasket. and use the tabs (arrows) to line it up on the cylinder. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Pull off the boot and unscrew the c = 6 mm spark plug. – Set the piston to top dead center. This can be checked through the spark plug hole. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
0.5 bar. If this pressure remains constant for at : Connect hose (1) of pump least 20 seconds, the engine is 0000 850 1300 to the airtight. nipple (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
14 seal (1). The seating face must be flat and free from burrs. – Degrease the crankshaft taper, b 14 – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Pull out the oil seal. : Use press sleeve (1) 1122 893 2405 to install the oil seal (2). The seating face must be flat and free from burrs. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Remove the filter base, b 12.3 – Remove the carburetor, b 12.5 – Remove the carburetor carrier, b 12.8 – Remove the air guide shroud, b 12.4 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Carefully pry the engine pan (1) tighten them down yet. loose at the point shown (arrow) : Push the crankshaft with ball and lift it away. bearings into the bearing seats (arrows). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(1). b 6.8, b 6.9 seal with its open side facing the ball bearing. – Inspect and clean the sealing face, b 14 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Push press sleeve (1) fixing pins in the piston cylinder (2). 1122 893 2405, collar facing grooves (arrows). cylinder, on to the straight and tapered crankshaft stubs as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Position the engine pan (1) so that the tab (2) lines up with the shoulder (3) on the cylinder. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
150°C (300°F). recess (arrow) and ease it out. : Push the ball bearing (1) onto the tapered crankshaft stub (ignition side) as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Fit the snap ring (1) so that its gap (arrow) is on the piston's The inner pin (1) must point towards vertical axis (it must point up). the flat face of the tool's shank (2). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Position the new piston rings so that the radii face – Install the crankshaft and new oil upward (arrows). seals, b 6.5 – Install the crankshaft, b 6.6 – Install the engine, b 6.5 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
8.2 must be installed if no ignition spark is obtained (after checking that – Pull the boot off the spark plug. wiring and stop switch are in good condition). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– the ground wire terminal must butt against the stop. – Remove the setting gauge. – Check operation – Rotate the flywheel and make sure it does not touch the ignition module. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– The wiring harness is secure. Module To test the ignition module, use either the ZAT 4 ignition system tester 5910 850 4503 or the ZAT 3 ignition system tester 5910 850 4520. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Hold the ignition lead and leg connection (5) and the ground spring together and push them terminal (1). into the spark plug boot. High voltage – risk of electric shock. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Use locking strip to block the reverse sequence. piston, b 4.2 The flywheel and magnet poles (arrows) must not be damaged or have turned blue. Replace flywheel if necessary. : Unscrew the flywheel nut (1). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Pull the short circuit wire (1) and infinitely high. If not, replace the ground wire (2) out of the wiring harness, guides (arrows) in the air guide b 7.7.2. shroud. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Remove the Master Control mm (a) of the protective tube (3) lever (2). is held as shown – the protective tube must be pushed into the grommet as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Position filter base in the – Install the filter base, b 12.3 carburetor box. : Press the ground wire (5) fully into the guide (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrows) so that the side. marking (2) is at the edge of the guide. – Check operation of switch lever, b 10.1 – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Reassemble all other parts in the contact spring. reverse sequence. Before pushing the contact spring (1) fully home, lift it a little and ease it over the switch level – no more than 2 mm. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– If necessary, install new spark plug boot and/ or leg spring, b 7.5 Test ignition system: with ZAT 3 or ZAT 4 (use ZAT 3 as main spark gap see TI 32.94), b 7.4 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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1.5 – 12 kΩ – Check resistance of ignition lead (spark plug boot and ignition module removed) Spec.: < 10 Ω, If necessary, install new spark plug boot and/or ignition module, b 7.5 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Machine runs trouble-free, – Look for fault in fuel system or no further action necessary carburetor – Check engine for leaks – Check position of flywheel on crankshaft, b 6.2, b 7.6 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Lift the hand guard a little and fit the fan housing in position. : Insert screw (1) with sleeve and screws (arrows) and tighten them down firmly. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrow) and lubricate the spring loop – the pawl moves peg (1), b 14 outwards. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrow). – Clean the seats of the pawls (1), b 14 : Fit the E-clips (2). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Remove the spring clip and pawl(s), b 8.3 The recess in the hub of the rope rotor is the anchor point for the spring. – Fit the cover washer. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Secure the rope (1) with a simple of the starter grip. The rewind spring is now tensioned. overhand knot. Hold the rope rotor steady since it will otherwise spin back and may damage the rewind spring. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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The starter grip (1) must sit firmly in the rope guide bushing (arrow) without drooping to one side. If this is not the case, tension the spring by one additional turn. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Secure the spring so that it ErgoStart. cannot pop out. – Install the rope rotor, b 8.5 – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Fit the rewind spring (1) counterclockwise in the frame, holding the windings steady in the process. The procedure is otherwise the same as that for installing a new rewind spring on models without ErgoStart. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
12.11.5 : Insert and tighten down the screw (1) firmly. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. : Unscrew the AV spring (1) with bearing plug (2). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Push the bearing plug (2) – Inspect the spring, bearing plug through the opening. and retainer, replace if necessary. : Push the bearing plug (3) into its seat (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Install the handlebar, b 9.4 : Pry out the stop buffer (1) at the ignition and clutch sides. – Install new stop buffers. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Check the buffers (1) and replace if necessary : Take out the screw (1). The tapered ends (arrows) must be properly seated on the other sides of the bores. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Insert the screws and tighten them down firmly. : Push the handlebar (1) out of the lower guide. – Remove the handlebar (1), check it and replace if necessary. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrow) lines up with the web (2). – Remove the short circuit wire from the switch lever, b 7.7.2 : Remove the switch lever (1), check it and replace if necessary. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Installing guide (arrow). : Pull the lockout lever (1) out of its mounts (arrows). : Attach the torsion spring (1) to the trigger (2) – note the installed position (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(1) trigger if necessary. in the recesses (arrow). – Check torsion spring and replace – Push down the handle if necessary. molding (1) until it snaps into position. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– take care not to handle molding (1) – Check the switch lever and damage the brake cable. in the recesses (arrow). replace it if necessary – Press the lockout lever down. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Inspect the lockout lever, torsion reverse sequence. spring and bushing, replace as – Check operation of switch lever necessary. – Check operation by operating the lockout lever. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(2). guides (arrows). – Put the filter base to one side so that the wires are not under tension. : Pry the filter base (1) out of the buffer (2). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Pry the throttle rod (1) out of the carburetor carrier (2). : Push the throttle rod (1) into the guide (2) in the carburetor carrier until it snaps into position. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Remove the shim (1). – Reassemble in the reverse sequence. – Push the oil suction hose (1), pickup body first, through the housing bore (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Position the oil suction hose (1) suction hose (2). so that the straight sides of the lugs (arrows) locate against the engine housing. : Push the oil suction hose (1) onto the nipple. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Check correct installed position. : Insert the valve in the housing bore (arrow). – Use a 6 mm drift to carefully drive in the new valve from outside – note installed depth. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Remove the contact spring, b 7.7.4 – Remove the switch shaft, b 10.1 : Pry the filter base (1) out of the buffer (2). – Remove the filter base. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Reassemble all other parts in the assembly, b 14 reverse sequence. : Push the filter base (1) into the buffer (2) – collar of peg must project fully on the other side of the buffer. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Pull the fuel hose out of the air guide shroud. : Take out the screws (1). – Remove the air guide shroud. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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– Install the carburetor carrier, b 12.8 – Install the throttle rod, b 10.3.4 – Coat the grommet with STIHL – Install the carburetor, b 12.5 press fluid to simplify installation, b 14 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Push the manifold flange (1) out of the air guide shroud (2) in the direction of the cylinder and pull : Take out the screws (1). the air guide shroud away at the same time. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(1) (about 15 cm long) around the back of manifold Installing flange. – Remove the grommet, check and replace if necessary. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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12.8 – Install the throttle rod, b 10.3.4 – Install the carburetor, b 12.5 : Push the fuel return hose (1) onto the connector (2) as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Remove the carburetor (1). – Check the carburetor and service or replace if necessary. – Install a new fuel hose, b 12.11.2 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrow). – Install the filter base, b 12.3 : Push the new fuel hose (1) onto – Reassemble all other parts in the the nipples (arrows). reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(2) so that : On versions with a manual fuel pegs (arrows) engage the small pump, check the nipple (2) and holes in the tabs. replace the end cover if necessary. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Install the metering diaphragm, b 12.6.1 : If there is an annular indentation (arrow) on the sealing cone of the inlet needle, fit a new inlet needle. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Use a needle to remove the fuel strainer (1) from the carburetor : Pull off the lever (2). body. Clean or replace the fuel strainer. – Reassemble in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Always install a new limiter cap. Low speed screw : Rotate the limiter cap until the lug (1) is in line with the slot (arrow). : Take out the low speed screw L (1). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Screw down the high speed screw H (1) as far as stop. : Pull out the limiter cap (1). – Take out the high speed screw (H). Always install a new limiter cap. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Starting with the high speed screw H (1) against its seat, open it 1 1/2 turns counter- clockwise – this is the basic setting. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Turn the idle speed screw (LA) is a risk of engine damage as a counterclockwise until the chain result of lack of lubrication and stops running, then turn it back overheating. 1 full turn. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
(arrow) and put it to one side. : To fit the manifold (2) through the carburetor carrier's opening, wind a piece of string (1) (about 15 cm long) around the back of manifold flange. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– even very minor damage can cause engine running problems, b 3.7 : Push the washer (1) into position. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
AV spring are in alignment. : Pry the tank vent (1) out of its seat using the rib (arrow) for leverage. Always install a new tank vent. : Take out the screw (1). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Pour a small amount of clean – Remove the air guide shroud, gasoline into the tank. Close the b 12.4 tank and shake the saw Models with manual fuel pump, vigorously. b 12.4.1 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Take out the screw (1) and pull the retainer (2) out of its seat. : Pull the connector (1) off the fuel hose (2). – Remove the pickup body, b 12.11.1 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(2) (see arrows) – lug between the ribs (arrows). must locate snugly against connector. : Push the connector (1) into the fuel hose (2) as far as stop. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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(2) firmly. the opening (arrow). – Check position of fuel hose and : Lift the tank housing (2). correct if necessary, b 12.11.2 – Insert screw and tighten it down firmly. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
: Pry out the grommet (1). – Replace the fuel return hose. Check the connector and grommet and replace if necessary. : Pull the fuel return hose (1) downwards and out through the opening (arrow). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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: Install the fuel suction hose (1), b 12.11.2 : Pass the fuel return hose (1), connector first, under the brake cable (2). : Install the fuel hose (1), b 12.11.2 MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– Check the oil fuel pump and carburetor connector (6). replace if necessary. – Check operation – fuel must flow when the fuel pump is operated. – Reassemble all other parts in the reverse sequence. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
– see : Push the AV spring (1) into the parts list. bearing seat (2) so that the lug (3) engages the recess (arrow). : Take out the screw (1). MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Models with manual fuel pump, housing. b 12.4.1 : Pass the fuel return hose (1) upwards through the – Reassemble all other parts in the opening (arrow) and into the reverse sequence. engine housing. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
5910 850 1650 Clamping machine to assembly stand stand Ignition system tester, ZAT 4 5910 850 4503 Testing ignition system Ignition system tester, ZAT 3 5910 850 4520 Testing ignition system MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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Removing bar mounting studs Puller 5910 893 0801 Removing flywheel Setting disk 5910 893 6600 Add-on for screwdriver (adjusting carburetor) Hook 5910 893 8800 Removing pickup body Remarks: 1) Use for releasing only. MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
Dirko HT red sealant 0783 830 2000 Sealing engine pan / cylinder Standard commercial solvent- Cleaning sealing faces and carburetor, based degreasant containing no crankshaft stubs and flywheel taper chlorinated or halogenated hydrocarbons MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C...
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