By the way one of the modules cannot be changed or retuned, while one can, hope like hell yours can be tuned. If the engine speed exceeds the upper limit of 14,000 rpm the mix is enriched to bring the speed back down to 14,000 rpm. The one issue we see pretty consistently with m tronic saws are fuel solenoids failing. The stihl mtronic engine management system electronically controls the ignition timing and fuel metering in any operating condition, factoring in altitude and fuel quality. I just ordered a new coil for a 661 and it will be a 4703 v. Thoughts on the older non m tronic stihl 441 started by parkstopher on chainsaws. Breaking down the carb on my 661, showing that it is possible. I learned fuel injection systems owning a 1980s vehicle and it was sometimes kind of nice to discover how simple things like cleaning a ground point could cure problems in those early systems. Shop for stihl chainsaws at fosters outdoor power equipment. What nobody here has addressed is the original issue the engine runs too fast at. Equipment performance can be affected by a dirty air filter, changes in elevation or poor fuel quality. I came into the industry when 031s and 056s were the hot saws. Lightweight, professional chainsaw featuring the stihl mtronic engine.
Follow the on screen prompts to continue downloading stihl diagnostic software 4. Like in your car and many other products we now take for granted, it will add a level of performance that cant be done any other way. More power, lighter weight and m tronic fully electronic engine management. This innovative microprocessorcontrolled engine management system optimizes engine performance and. Besides the fact that pirated software can put a dent in your online security, it can also land you in trouble as there are laws against the illegal. These new chainsaws are going to ramp up the whole segment but could also be game changers in other segments.
The losses suffered as a result of software piracy directly affect the profitability of the software industry. Ms 261 cm professional chain saw with mtronic stihl. The 661cm is a great saw, and essentially the same. Ms 362 cm with mtronic engine management technology stihl usa. They even siad they had recently attended a stihl sponsored training and that it wasnt mentioned there. The stihl ms 362 cm is the latest professional chain saw to be equipped with the allelectronic stihl m tronic engine management system and extends the range of ms 362 models. Its wraparound handle also provides greater operator comfort when cutting. Stihl tried some new things out with this platform, mag case but clam shell cylinder design. The stihl m tronic engine management system electronically controls the ignition timing and fuel metering in any operating condition, factoring in altitude and fuel quality. Passing the bronze, silver and gold level stihl masterwrench servicesm training courses are required to become a certified stihl masterwrench servicesm technician. I interviewed at stihl incorporated virginia beach, va in august 20.
Because of the money lost to pirates, publishers have. Agreed, our saw engines dont need to do anything more than start easily, idle, accelerate to high speed and produce a lot of power, efficiently and. Also ordered a new wj4 for the same saw and am hoping it has the latest green solenoid that has been rumored to start shipping any day now. Stihl mdg1 diagnostic tool for mtronic chainsaws for. Apr 30, 2017 our technical applications specialist philip needham takes us through stihl m tronic technology and its benefits. Users will appreciate another characteristic of the stihl m tronic engine. For the stihl connect pro portal, you need a mac or windowsenabled pc, a working. Stihl chain saws with intelligent engine management are indicated by the letter i in the model name. I must say it is a big step up from my classic jonsered 670 which has the same 25. I personally like the 660 better, but only find those on the used market now. Use the following channels to receive information about stihl or to get in touch with us. You should confirm all information before relying on it. Stihl m tronic engine management system no matter if youre just starting work, are already on the job or are restarting your power tool after a short break in work, m tronic technology means you experience its optimised performance, all through the day, as well as day in and day out. The following stihl products can be retrofitted with stihl connected.
After starting, you can immediately power up to full speed. The legendary ms 261 professional chain saw is now available with mtronic stihls electronic engine management system for optimum engine power at. The stihl file holder helps you keep the file at the correct height and angle during filing. That means youre running at peak performance for minimal downtime. Because software is valuable, and it is easy to create an exact copy of a program from a single computer, software piracy is widespread. Under the concept build to order, the production at stihl qingdao started in september 2006 with brush cutters, hedge trimmers and chain saws joining the product family afterwards. For a cold start stihl m tronic only needs one start position on the combilever. Our video guides provide help on how to operate stihl products. Does anyone know where i can get hold of the required software and hardware in order to communicate with the stihl saws whether its. Stihl claims to be the worlds bestselling brand of chain saws, and the only chain saw manufacturer to make its own saw chains and guide bars. Stihl m tronic also remembers the settings from the last. Compact, powerful and fitted with the stihl mtronic fully electronic engine management system, the ms 261 cm delivers optimal engine performance at all times, proving its worth when trimming branches, harvesting thin wood and felling trees in mediumsized stands.
I just called the largest stihl dealer in my area, and they have never heard of the 261c. Consumers often end up paying a high price for what they think is a great deal. To run the stihl app you need a smartphone with camera function and gps which supports bluetooth 4. Resting the stihl file holder properly on the top plate and depth gauge ensures that the file is held at the right height and the correct side plate angle is maintained.
At one point the owner said he had to get a new laptop to operate the m tronic diagnostic software about 3 weeks ago. They have 2 261s in stock and said they hadnt heard that there is a newer version coming down the pike. Those great characteristics are the result of the electronic ignition timing and fuel metering system, and mean you can power on the work immediately. The added stihl mtronic intelligent engine management system automatically adapts to changes in environmental factors such as fuel quality and altitude.
I always liked this saw for its power and ultra smooth operation. Stihl mtronic makes manual carburetor adjustments unnecessary. Stihl was founded in 1926 by andreas stihl, an important innovator in early chain saw production. He also mentioned he doesnt have the capability laptop software to troubleshoot the m tronic system, it would need to go out to another shop to get serviced. Compact, powerful and fitted with the stihl m tronic fully electronic engine management system, the ms 261 cm delivers optimal engine performance at all times, proving its worth when trimming branches, harvesting thin wood and felling trees in mediumsized stands. Both stihl and husqvarna is now shipping out one new chainsaw each in ms 462 for stihl and 572xp for husqvarna. Featuring an impressive powertoweight ratio and stihl m tronic engine management technology, the ms 661 cm chainsaw also delivers less vibration and 20% greater fuel efficiency than the ms 660.
The team at diy spare parts is continuing to work around the clock to fulfil its customers orders wherever possible. Select a page from the stihl ms 261 chainsaw diagram to view the parts list and exploded view diagram. Interview applied online application, received an email 2 days later to send in a resume, phone interview with their technical recruiter, 4 weeks later received an email to setup onsite interview which was 3 days after. I was at my favorite stihl dealer this afternoon and casually asked the service manager ifwhen stihl will ever offer the ms880 with m tronic. Mtronic is an excellent engine management system within the limits of its capabilities. Stihl 560 cem clearing saw due to its extraordinary power and robust design, this stihl clearing saw is the choice of professionals. Stihl chainsaw service manual free downloads 2000 shareware periodically updates software information and pricing of stihl chainsaw service manual from the publisher, so some information may be slightly outofdate. There is some plastic as in the oil tank half is plastic. This system provides professionals with optimum performance, whether you are just starting to work or resuming after a break. He entertained my question and pulled up a stihl parts list for the ms880, and his face grew to a look of surprise.
Thanks to electronic coldwarm start recognition, now there is only one start position on the master control lever. Just like the ms 661 cm, the saw includes stihl mtronic engine monitoring technology and delivers less vibration and 20% greater fuel efficiency than the. Software piracy facts what you need to know hypertec direct. Andreas stihl ag is a privately held company owned by the descendants of andreas stihl. The ms 362 cm features the same great power, weight and fuel efficiency as the ms 362, but also features our exclusive stihl mtronic engine management technology.
Stihl ms 261 chain saw redesigned for optimal performance. Review the license terms and click i agree, if you accept the terms 6. Stihl m tronic makes manual carburetor adjustments unnecessary. The new ms 241 cm chain saw comes with m tronic, stihl s electronic engine. The m tronic system in my 661 malfunctioned and caused the power head to melt. Porting a stihl m tronic saw started by george zarifis on chainsaws.
Intelligent engine management is active even during uncontrolled rich comedown at full throttle. Most consumers wont hear anything about the saws being pulled off shelves and the m tronic name wont be ruined in the end financial hit from the recall is better then chainsaw users losing faith in an entire generation of stihl m tronic saws. March 30, 2020 some of the stihl common law trademarks. The mtronic engine management system electronically controls the ignition timing and fuel metering in any operating condition, factoring in. This new software for controlling the carburetor will, according to stihl, give a lot of benefits, one of them being that the chainsaw will perform equally regardless of height above sea level. From accidentally deleting a file to having your computer just stop working, computer problems can be a huge inconvenience, as well as cost you a great deal of time and money. We created a guide on what software piracy is, types or software piracy and the dangers they present. The stihl m tronic system intelligently manages the operating performance of the engine. As a result, product and brand piracy are an issue for stihl, too. Brains and brawn come together in this wellrounded professional chainsaw. The stihl ms 261 chain saw has an impressively long filter life which is five times that of the ms 260. This is because it is fitted with a new type of longlife air filter system with preseparation to remove coarse dirt particles so theres less work for the actual filter to do. Stihl mtronic machines are designed to perform at their best at all. Nos oem stihl chainsaw genuine ignition coil magneto 22201222114.
Stihl mtronic engine management system no matter if youre just starting work, are already on the job or are restarting your power tool after a short break in work, mtronic technology means you experience its optimised performance, all through the day, as well as day in and day out. Stihl m tronic engine management system includes an onboard microprocessor that digitally monitors and automatically compensates for changes in work conditions. An onboard microprocessor in the stihl exclusive m tronic engine allows onthefly performance adjustments. That optimization also accounts for changes in operating conditions, such as elevation, temperature and fuel quality.
Jun 24, 2014 the chainsaw guy shop talk stihl m tronic ms 362 ms 661 west coast build duration. Anymore resets must be done by a stihl dealer using the m tronic testing module. Problem with stihl electronic carb on ms 362 cm the. After the machine is turned off, the control lever immediately moves back. The improved stihl ms 261 cm chain saw was designed for professional use in forestry. Hi all ive been looking surfing the net trying to find any information on m tronic softwarehardware.
Apr 09, 2018 first quad port 70cc stihl saw, first m tronic stihl saw, new air filter tech, first 70cc stihl saw with spring av it may have just been a stepping stone, but it included several major developments, and lots of folks that have them still love them. Stihl registered the following trademarks are owned by. View online or download stihl ms 362 cm instruction manual. When the download is complete, run the installer 5. An innovative regulating system automatically controls the fullload mix and top speed of the machine. The mtronic engine management system electronically controls the ignition timing and fuel metering in any operating condition, factoring in altitude and fuel quality.
For greater maneuverability when felling large trees, turn to the impressive performance of the ms 661 r cm. Even for large companys like stihl this can be a challenge. Intelligent engine management stihl stihl australia. Stihl came out with the m tronic ignition system that they say quote. New chainsaw, stihl 362 carbureted or 362 m tronic discussion in chainsaws and power equipment started by camperlifestyle, nov 19, 2017. Those great characteristics are the result of the electronic ignition timing and fuel metering system, and mean you can power on the work immediately even from a cold start.
They start fine and two or three pulls is usually enough the get them going even when the. When professionals need to fell large trees, in large quantities, they reach for the saw they know has the power to get the job done the ms 661 cm. I work almost daily with six lovely they arent mine, i just take care of them stihl ms261c chainsaws and working with them is a joy every time. The amount of fuel required is precisely calculated by the system and supplied as needed. We look forward to hearing from you and eagerly await your questions and comments, whether through facebook, twitter, youtube or instagram page. I had a non m tronic version and was very happy with it. If it was something like poor plating on the cylinder theyd just replace and repair them as needed.
Stihl 4point antivibration system, stihl ergostart, multifunction handle, bike handle, toolfree handle adjustment, 2mix engine, stihl m tronic. Yard boss stihl registered the following trademarks are owned by trademarks. I did a complete build on one over the as way if you want to look it up. Thats because the low price for counterfeit saws also means poor durability, poor performance and, most of all, poor safety. You need fewer pulls to start and can immediately accelerate up to speed even after a cold start. Clear advantages optimum engine performance at all times. Stihl ms 362 cm chain saw with m tronic more power, lighter weight and m tronic fully electronic engine management.