Stihl MS 171 Product Instruction Manual - Page 47

Models without ElastoStart and models with Easy2Start Installing the rope rotor Models with standard starter 7 8 9 Models with Easy2Start English 7 8 9 9 135BA032 LÄ 208BA013 KN 208BA017 KN N Remove the remaining rope from the rotor and starter grip. N Thread the new starter rope through the rotor and secure it with a simple overhand knot. N Thread the other end of the rope through the rope guide bushing (from inside) and the underside of the starter grip and secure it with one of the special knots shown - do not wind the rope onto the rotor. N Coat the rope rotor bearing bore with non-resinous oil. N Slip the rotor over the starter post - turn it back and forth to engage the anchor loop of the rewind spring. N Refit the pawl (9) in the rotor. N Fit the washer (8) on the starter post. N Use a screwdriver or suitable pliers to install the spring clip (7) on the starter post and engage it on the pawl's peg - the spring clip must point clockwise as shown in the illustration. N Coat the rope rotor bearing bore with non-resinous oil. N Slip the rotor over the starter post - turn it back and forth to engage the anchor loop of the rewind spring. N Refit the pawls (9) in the rotor. N Fit the washer (8) on the starter post. N Use a screwdriver or suitable pliers to install the spring clip (7) on the starter post and engage it on the pawl's peg - the spring clip must point clockwise as shown in the illustration. MS 171, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C 45