Chainsaw STIHL 051, 076 Service Manual
Stihl Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: STIHL 051, 051 AV, 051 AV electronic, 076, 076 AV, 076 AV electronic, 050, 075
Sub-models / Variants: 051 AV, 051 AVE, 075 AV, 076 AV, 076 AVE
Model Years: 1980
Serial Numbers: Up to machine No. 5 277 720 (050, 051, 075), machine No. 3 001 400 (051 AV ignition), machine No. 2 981 245 (051 AV edge gap), machine No. 4 755 571 (gasket update)
Technical Data:
- Engine: Single cylinder, two-stroke, processed cylinder bore
- Displacement: 89 cc (051), 111 cc (075, 076)
- Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
- Max Torque: 5.9 Nm at 5000 rpm (051), 6.8 Nm at 5000 rpm (075, 076)
- Max Engine Speed: 10,000 rpm
- Clutch: Centrifugal, 86 mm diameter, engages at approx. 2700 rpm
- Ignition Timing: 1.9–2.1 mm before T.D.C. (breaker-controlled), 2.5 mm before T.D.C. (electronic)
- Fuel Capacity: 0.9 liter (051)
- Bar Lengths: 43, 53, 63, 75 cm (051); 43, 53, 63, 75, 90 cm (075)
- Oil Pump Delivery: 7–19 cm³/min at 6000 rpm
Stihl Manual Features & Content Preview
This 256-page OEM publication (Form 0455 111 0123) delivers the factory specifications necessary for servicing 1117-series chainsaws. Covering the 1980 STIHL 051 and 076 lineups—including the 051 AV, 075, and 076 AVE—it breaks down the mechanical differences between early breaker-controlled systems and later electronic ignitions.
- 47 exploded-view diagrams and 4 diagnostic flow charts
- Torque specification tables for engine and chassis reassembly
- Critical clearances for crankshaft bearings and big-end needle cages
- Cylinder bore measurements for both 89 cc and 111 cc powerheads
Engine and Fuel System Architecture
Rebuilding a vintage two-stroke powerhead requires exact tolerances. This documentation details the crankcase construction and piston assemblies for both displacement groups. Mechanics get a clear look at the all-position diaphragm carburetor's internal circuits. The text covers fuel pump pulse-line mechanics and factory jet adjustment settings, taking the guesswork out of tuning and troubleshooting.
Ignition, Lubrication, and Maintenance
Tracking down spark issues is straightforward with the correct diagnostic data. The manual outlines both the early breaker-controlled magnetos—specifying ignition timing at 1.9 to 2.1 mm before T.D.C.—and the upgraded transistor-controlled electronic setups. For the bar and chain, the automatic oil pump section breaks down the adjusting lever settings required to hit delivery rates between 7 and 19 cm³/min.
Working on chainsaw engines involves significant mechanical risks. Always verify clearances and torque values against this complete OEM reference before tearing down a saw, as the data provided here serves strictly as a descriptive review of the manual's contents. Rely on the full manufacturer documentation for any hands-on shop work to ensure safe and reliable operation.
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