Troubleshooting - Echo DCS-5000 Operator's Manual

DCS-5000

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
The guide bar and
the chain become
hot and release
smoke.
The motor runs but
the chain does not
rotate.
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Cause
The chain is too tight.
The oil tank is empty.
Contamination causes
a blockage of the
discharge port.
Contamination causes a
blockage of the oil tank.
Contamination causes
a blockage of the guide
bar and the oil tank cap.
Contamination causes a
blockage of the sprocket
or guide wheels.
The chain is too tight.
The guide bar and the
chain are damaged.
The motor is damaged.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Adjust the chain
tension.
Add oil.
Remove the guide
bar and clean the
discharge port.
Clean the oil tank. Add
new oil.
Clean the guide bar
and the oil tank cap.
Clean the sprocket and
the guide wheels.
Adjust the chain
tension.
Replace the guide bar
and the chain if it is
necessary.
1. Remove the battery
from the machine.
2. Remove the guide
bar scabbard.
3. Remove the bar and
saw chain.
4. Clean the machine.
5. Install battery and
operate the machine.
If the sprocket rotates,
it means the motor
works properly. If not,
call an Authorized
ECHO Dealer.
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