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Chain Saw
Instruction Manual
MODELS :
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Instruction
Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation.
X7503202004
CS-3000 TYPE 1E
Serial Number 4034 & Up
CS-3400 TYPE 1E
Serial Number 3942 & Up
CS-3450 TYPE 1E
Serial Number 5120 & Up
WARNING
DANGER
89865039234
09/01
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- Page 1 CS-3450 TYPE 1E Serial Number 5120 & Up WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Instruction Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. 89865039234 X7503202004...
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Page 2: Rules For Safe Operation
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION A. Kickback Safety Precaution for Chain Saw Users WARNING! 2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both KICKBACK may occur when the nose or tip of the hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and guide bar touches an object, or when the wood the left hand on the front handle, when the en- closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
19. Spark arrester mufflers approved to SAE Stan- dard J335b are Standard on ECHO Chain 13. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be saws to reduce the possibility of forest fires. -
Page 4: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA n i l c i t i r t . l i y t i t i l ) l i y t i t i l . l f c i t i t n i v - e l t l f f * Technical data subject to change without notice. -
Page 5: Nomenclature Of Parts
NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS CS-3000, CS-3400 1. Hand guard 6. Air cleaner cover 12. Rear hand guard (Chain brake actuating lever) 7. Purge bulb 13. Fuel tank cap 2. Throttle control lockout 8. Guide bar 14. Pull starter 3. Throttle control trigger 9. -
Page 6: Preparation For Use
PREPARATION FOR USE The machine may be delivered with guide bar (A) and saw chain (B) separated. Install guide bar and saw chain as follows: WARNING DANGER Saw Chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. -
Page 7: Fuel And Lubricant
TANK INDICATION • Use high quality ECHO bar and chain oil for this purpose. • Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems. -
Page 8: Operation
(Hold machine with your knee or foot.) • Push choke (B) all the way in. (open position) • Pull starter handle again. CS-3000 CS-3400 WHEN THE ENGINE IS HARD TO START • Press throttle control lockout down while holding throttle trigger, and push in throttle control latch. - Page 9 CS-3450 NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedure. CS-3000 CS-3400 RUNNING • After engine starts, allow it to return to idle. • Move chain brake lever fully rearward to release chain brake.
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Page 10: Cutting Instructions
CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL [NOTE] Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. In all circumstances the operation of the chain saw is a one- man job. It is difficult at times to take care for your own safety, so don’t assume the responsibility for a helper as well. - Page 11 FELLING A TREE CAUTION A falling tree can seriously damage anything it may hit - a DIRECTION car, a house, a fence, a power line, or another tree. There OF FALL are ways to make a tree fall where you want it, so first decide where that is! Before cutting, clear the area around the tree.
- Page 12 Don’t cut with the saw overhead or the bar in a vertical posi- tion. If the saw should kick back you may not have good enough control to prevent possible injury. BUCKING Bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces.
- Page 13 INFORMATION Kickback Safety Features The following features are recommended for this model as Kickback Safety Features. • Double Guard Low Kick Type Guide Bar or Asymmetrical Low Kick Type Guide Bar Note: Your saw chain can be equipped with either of these bars. Double Guard Bar Reduced nose radius...
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Page 14: Maintenance And Care
MAINTENANCE AND CARE AIR FILTER • Check before every use. • Pull choke (A) all the way out (close position). • Loosen bolt and remove air cleaner (B) cover and filter (C). • Lightly brush dust off filter, and inspect for damage. AUTOMATIC OILER •... - Page 15 SPARK PLUG • Check periodically • Gap = 0.65mm (.026”) • Replace if either electrode is worn, or if the insulator is fouled by oil or other deposits. • Torque = 145 – 155 kg*cm (125 – 135 in. lb.) CAUTION: Do not over-torque.
- Page 16 If engine stops or stalls after full warm up return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer for repair. 6. Install grommet cover (A) over “H” and “L” limiter needles.
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Page 17: Chain And Guide Bar Combinations
Use of replacement saw chain and/or guide bar other than that specified, or operation without the “tip guard” in place, may cause severe kickback resulting in serious injury. Only use saw chain designated as, “LOW-KICKBACK,” that meets the ANSI B175.1-2000 Standard, and the Echo guide bar specified. - Page 18 • Properly filed cutters are shown below. (Top plate angle) (Side plate angle) (Top plate cutting angle) (Depth gauge) 0.64 mm (0.025”) 60° 85° Parallel 30° • When setting of the chain is finished, soak it in oil and wash away filings completely before using. •...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Poor performance of the engine and/or cutting mechanism can normally be prevented by carefully following these instructions. Poor performance can easily be corrected even by a beginner. When the engine does not function properly check the following three (3) points first. •... -
Page 20: Storage
Improper fuel used ........Use fuel with correct mixing ratio. Never use gasoline of poor quality. Table 2 Spark plug defective (burnt) ......Replace. Engine overheated As cooling fins clogged, air does not pass well ........Clean fins. Excessive deposits in combustion chamber ........ -
Page 21: Correct Use Of Chain Brake
You should enquire through local government offices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. Echo chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows. - Page 22 NOTES...
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Page 24: Servicing Information
• Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Instruction Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above.