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Question posted by panimierda on January 8th, 2020

Stihl Ms 291 Muffler Removal

Stihl MS 291 Muffler Removal the only thing I see on it is to like star rivet that I can remove to get to the mesh behind it

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Answer #1: Posted by hzplj9 on January 8th, 2020 2:42 PM
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This youtube video explains how the muffler is removed.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDfC7EYkI50

This is a link to the user guide if you do not have it.

https://data2.manualslib.com/pdf5/119/11885/1188439-stihl/ms_271.pdf?7b3bebd8b47127b7088897a6bcaf5104

Hope that helps.

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Product Instruction Manual - Page 3

...Instructions 37 Taking Care of the instructions in Muffler 42 Spark Plug 42 Replacing the Starter Rope...STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 57 Trademarks 59 Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. Warning! Because a chain saw . Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 4

...Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C A description of the pictograms attached to or embossed on your machine. ...item numbers that require your special attention. Indicates an imminent risk of your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 5

...how to the use of these safety precautions and warnings apply to operate your STIHL dealer show you have English different parts and controls. Warning! Have your power... since misuse may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 3 Observe all STIHL chain saws. Warning! Minors should not be hazardous.The saw chain has many ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 6

... barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to your hearing. An AV system is very important. Keep the saw noise may interfere with some STIHL powerheads, are available with a pacemaker... or sustained basis. - Continual and regular users should consult their hands and fingers. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Wear gloves and keep your legs from contact with constant, excessive pressure. Good ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 7

... use may escape from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on "Main Parts." Never modify...the tank to cool before transporting the power tool over your STIHL servicing dealer. Warning! Do not continue operating this tool is... handling the machine and the cutting tool. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 5 Keep the hot muffler away from saw chain contact, never carry or...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 13

...wear. When sawing, make sure that you have been strictly regulated by your STIHL servicing dealer only. Such objects may occur if the throttle is depressed for ...injury, keep the area around the muffler clean. You may be flung off the engine immediately - MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 11 This may be damaged or removed. Warning! Operating Instructions Warning! ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 14

...MS 291, MS 291 C stay clean and need no service or maintenance. If the rotating chain is still hot. An understanding of the causes of the bar nose contacts the wood or is pinched during limbing or when it is suddenly stopped by contact with a catalytic converter cools down in the muffler.... The reaction of the cutting force of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 16

... chain is not turning at the end of these Safety Precautions. In addition, removal of the hand guard on the packaging are equipped with the operator. These devices...certain kickback situations. Low Kickback Saw Chain and Reduced Kickback Bars STIHL offers a variety of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C The matching of green decaled powerheads under 3.8 cubic inches ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 24

... log. Warning! Have such work in an area where the logs, limbs and roots are used to remove the flywheel or if an improper tool is used , STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Shattered wood should work performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Never permit another person...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 25

...muffler will vary depending upon usage, conditions under which may create arcing that the risk of forest fires is engaged. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL...the band on the wood. Do not operate your machine with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may damage parts of the instruction ...MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 23
Product Instruction Manual - Page 26

...(2) of operation. 001BA191 KN Mounting the Bar and Chain (side chain tensioner) Removing the chain sprocket cover N Unscrew the nuts and take off the chain sprocket ... sprocket. N Fit the chain - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C The cutting attachment that comes standard is an audible click - A cutting attachment consists of the...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 30

...This engine is lower, use in order to be used in engines with the fuel. 28 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C A new chain has to avoid any moisture getting into the canister first, and then ..., chain saws, mopeds, etc.). see chapter on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at the pump, first remove the canister from your hands. Fuel with a minimum octane rating of highquality...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 31

... upright position: 29 Closing 001BA218 KN 001BA220 KN MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C N Raise the grip into the fuel tank N Always position the machine so that no dirt falls into an upright position. Refueling Take care not to ensure that the cap is facing upwards Opening N Remove fuel filler cap. Fueling Preparing the machine English...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 33

...have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 31 N Open the filler cap. If the...lubrication. Renewed contact with waste oil can cause skin cancer. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Filling Chain Oil Tank Preparations N Thoroughly clean the ... dirt falls into the tank. It may be resistant to remove, especially in the oil tank when the fuel tank is ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 35

...Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months Winter Operation Pre-heat carburetor N Remove the shroud - N Fit the shroud - see "Shroud" Heated air is usually also necessary ... see "Air filter system" MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 33 The chain brake will operate only if it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 42

... of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. g., 40 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C the air filter could be horizontal N Fit the shroud - see "Shroud" Engine Management Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the filter housing and simultaneously turn counterclockwise and remove in STIHL specialpurpose cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, nonflammable cleaning...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 44

...on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of spark plug: 000BA039 KN 42 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Checking the Spark Plug A N Clean dirty spark plug. If the screen... plug. 5902BA014 KN English Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler In some countries the muffler is damaged or heavily carbonized, fit a new one. Removing the spark plug N Remove the shroud - N If the engine is down...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 45

... press the spring clip (1) off of the axle with a screwdriver or suitable pliers N Carefully remove the rope rotor with washer (2) and pawl (3) MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 43 To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE...spark plug, fit the boot and press it in by STIHL. see "Shroud" 1 1 5902BA016 KN 5902BA028 KN 2 Warning! Unfavorable running conditions, e.g.
Product Instruction Manual - Page 48

... lockout beforehand 46 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C N Store the machine in a well ventilated area. use check gauge (special accessory) to remove the Eclip (1) N Remove the washer (2) N Remove rim sprocket (3) ...sprocket - otherwise the service life of the saw chain and guide bar. Use only STIHL original chain sprockets to help ensure reliable functioning of the chain brake. 001BA121 KN ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 54

... screen in muffler Check Clean or replace Combustion chamber...STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) see chapter on "Chain Brake" 3) Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of operation. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after 10 to normal operating conditions only. X X X X X X X X X X X X 52 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291...

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