Echo DCS-2500TN Operator's Manual

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DCS-2500TN

Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure

to do so could result in serious injury.

In Canada, this chainsaw is designed especially for tree service

by a trained operator.

Cancer and Reproductive Harm

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Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B)

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Page 1 In Canada, this chainsaw is designed especially for tree service by a trained operator. Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B) X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction......................... 3 Important information ..................3 Parts and Serial Number..................4 Service ....................... 5 ECHO Consumer Product Support ..............5 Product Registration................... 5 Additional Literature ................... 5 Safety ......................... 6 For safe use of your product ................6 International Symbols..................
Page 3: Introduction
Please ensure that you read the operator's manual before using your product. Intended use of this product • This ECHO Chainsaw is designed for cutting wood or wood products. • Do not use this tool for anything other than its intended purpose. Users of the product •...
Page 4: Parts And Serial Number
Some of the illustrations used may differ from the product itself in order to make the explanations clearer. • Please consult your ECHO DEALER if anything is unclear or of concern. Parts and Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer.
Page 5: Service
Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site www.echo-usa.com.
Page 6: Safety
Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 7: International Symbols
Location in which the safety decal is attached • The safety decal shown below has been attached to the product described in this manual. Ensure that you understand what the decal means before using your product. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 8: Handling The Product
Important Safety Instructions Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, serious injury and/or property damage. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 9 Do not use a power tool while you are tired, ill, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 10 • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. • Keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in. • Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 11 Battery Tool Use and Care ® • Recharge batteries only with ECHO eFORCE 56V battery series chargers. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
Page 12 SAFETY DCS-2500TN ® • Use only with ECHO eFORCE 56V battery series. Use of any other battery may create a risk of injury and fire. • When battery is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Page 13 Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal R B R C Li - ion ® Recycle your ECHO ECHO eFORCE 56V battery FOR FREE at Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) recycling locations. Call 1-800-822-8837 or visit https://www.call2recycle.org for details. The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the batteries used in this machine: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material.
Page 14 • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 15: Chainsaw Safety Warnings
• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 16: Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below: X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 17: Kickback Safety Precautions
• With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to accidents. Understand that rotational kickback is preventable by keeping an unshielded bar nose from touching an object or the ground. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 18: General Precautions
Do not use the product for anything other than its intended purpose. You must not use the product for any purpose other than those described in the operator’s manual. To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 19: Precautions For Use
Precautions for Use Starting the unit: Never try to start the unit by positioning yourself on the saw chain side. Physical injury can occur if the saw chain suddenly starts to move. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 20 Do not use the product in places where there is no sure foothold, such as on steep slopes or after rainfall, as such places are slippery and dangerous. A serious injury could result if you fall or slip, or fail to operate the product correctly. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 21 • See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in your fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 22 • Never operate a chainsaw when you are alone. Arrange to have someone remain within calling distance in case you need help. • Remove obstructions, if any. • Make sure that the saw chain is not touching the ground or any obstacles. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 23 Observe the following precautions when checking and maintaining your product after use: Turn the unit off and do not attempt to check or maintain the product until unit has cooled. You could burn yourself on a hot unit. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 24 Failure to observe these instructions will cause the product to be held unsteadily and could result in serious injury. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 25: Protective Gear
Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to your sight or hearing, or lead to a serious injury. When necessary, please use the protective gear below: • Dust mask: Breathing protection • Bee net: Insect protection X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 26 Do not wear ties, jewelry, or loose, dangling clothing which could be caught in the unit. Do not wear open-toe footwear, or go bare foot or barelegged. Failure to observe these precautions could result in an accident or lead to a serious injury. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 27: Description
Front handle (for the left hand) Rear handle (for the right hand) Battery Sprocket cover Chain tension adjuster Chain catcher Guide bar Saw chain Oil tank Oil tank cap Type and serial number Cover Hanging hook Lifting hook X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 28: Contents
• When you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains. • Contact your dealer if anything is missing or broken. Number Part Name Quantity Chainsaw Guide Bar Cover Operator’s Manual T wrench X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 29: Assembly
Note: Move the chain brake lever (Front hand guard) fully rearward to remove or install the guide bar cover to the chain saw. Release chain brake (A). Loosen sprocket cover nut (B). Remove sprocket cover (C). X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 30 (G) fits into guide bar hole. Tighten sprocket cover nut finger tight. Hold the guide bar nose up and turn the adjuster (H) clockwise until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 31 Consult your ECHO dealer for the proper chain oil. Never use waste or reclaimed oil to avoid various malfunctions of the oil system, chain and guide bar. Lubrication problems caused by the use of improper oil will void the warranty.
Page 32: Temperature Information
(39° F (4°C)) - 104°F (40°C)). Hot batteries in high ambient temperatures require longer charge times. To maximize life of batteries being stored more than 3 months, ECHO recommends batteries being stored at 3 green lights on the battery capacity indicator (BCI) and at room temperature.
Page 33 The battery comes partially charged from the factory and needs to be fully charged before first use. Charge the battery when it no longer produces sufficient power to operate the unit or when battery lights indicate that the battery is low. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 34 25-54% charge. • Three green lights indicate that the battery has 55-79% charge. • Four green lights indicate that the battery has 80-100% charge. Unplug charger AC cord from the wall outlet. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 35 (A) is fully engaged, and a clicking sound is heard. Before using the chainsaw, make sure that battery is installed correctly with battery latch in the fully engaged, upright position. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 36 Hanging and Lifting Hooks Hanging Hook (A): Attach a rope or carabiner to prevent accidental dropping of saw while working in a tree. Lifting Hook (B): Use to hook and unhook from harness in one quick movement. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 37: Operation
If you depress trigger switch with chain brake activated, the saw will not work. When power to unit is turned on: • After 90 seconds of inactivity, unit will power itself off. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 38: Stopping The Unit
If the saw chain does not stop when the trigger switch and ◆ trigger switch lockout are released, activate chain brake then remove battery to stop the power supply to chain saw. Have your authorized servicing dealer repair unit before using again. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 39: Before Use
• Do not allow either people or animals into the work area. Multiple operators - Keep a safe distance between two or more operators when working together simultaneously. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 40: Correct Use Of Chain Brake
Even with a chain brake, depend on your own good sense and proper cutting methods just as though there were no chain brake. Even with normal use and proper maintenance, the response time of the brake may lengthen. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 41 The chain should stop immediately. Release the trigger switch. If the chain does not stop immediately, take the chain saw to your authorized dealer to repair. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 42: Tree Service Chainsaw
• provide suitable carabiners to allow indirect (i.e. via the strop) and direct attachment (i.e. at the attachment point on the saw) of the saw to the operator's harness; • ensure the saw is securely attached when it is being sent up to the operator; X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 43 (particularly the left hand and arm), and • loss of control owing to an insecure work position and resulting in contact with the saw (unexpected movement during operation of the saw). X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 44 Whether a handsaw or a chainsaw is used to free a trapped saw, the release cuts should always be outboard (toward the tips of the branch), in order to prevent the saw being taken with the section and further complicating the situation. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 45: General Cutting Instructions - Ground Usage
Some material may adversely affect the housing of your chainsaw. (Example: palm tree acid, fertilizer etc.) To avoid housing deterioration carefully remove all packed saw dust around sprocket and guide bar area and wash with water. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 46 5 cm (2 in.) to 45 angle First cut • Back cut: 2.5 to 5 cm higher Felling cut • Uncut hinge wood: 1/10 of diameter Notch 5 cm (2 in.) Second cut One-third tree diameter X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 47 If you have thick branches, work from the outside to the inside to avoid your bar and chain getting stuck. Even when limbing, use of the spiked bumper makes it easy to control the saw and lessens kickback. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 48 To cut the trunk, use the bucking and two-cut sequence shown. The first cut should be no deeper than one-third the trunk diameter. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 49 1/3rd the timber diameter. The second cut is made downwards and should meet the first cut. (4. 1/3 diameter to avoid split, 5. weakening cut to finish) X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 50: Maintenance
Servicing Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 51: Skill Levels
Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. If you continuously use vegetable based chain oil, inspect and do maintenance often. When you find anything wrong, ask your ECHO dealer for repair. X7508220500...
Page 52: Saw Chain Maintenance
Note: These angles are referred to as 80TXL. For chains of other brands, follow manufacturers instructions. Properly filed cutters are shown below. A. Top plate angle 80TXL 25° B. Top plate cutting angle 80TXL; 70° C. Depth gauge 80TXL; 0.025 in D. Parallel X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 53 By using the correct file size (80TXL; 5/32 in. round file) and a file holder, it is easier to receive a good result. Consult your ECHO dealer for correct sharpening tools and .025 in. sizes 25°...
Page 54: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care Remove battery before performing maintenance procedures. Cleaning battery and battery compartment Risk of electric shock or fire. Do not use conducting materials to clean battery or battery compartment. Otherwise serious personal injury may result. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 55 Remove debris from O ring and thread of oil tank cap. Guide Bar Do not degrease brake drums and brake bands. After cleaning, apply a thin oil between the brake drum and the brake band. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 56 7000 r/ min, prior to shipment from factory. To increase the delivery volume, turn the adjusting screw (F) counterclockwise. When adjusting screw touches stops, it has reached maximum discharge volume. (13 mL/min at 7000 r/min). X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 57 Air Filter Remove battery. Remove air filter (I). Clean air filter area with compressed air. Brush debris from filter. If filter is excessively dirty or no longer fits properly, replace it. Dry filter completely. Reinstall filter. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 58: Replacement Guide Bar And Chain
Otherwise, there may be a risk of accidents and damage to the machine. CHAIN BAR P/N CHAIN P/N LINKS PITCH GAUGE TYPE 305 mm (12 in.) narrow bar 80TXL51C 0.325 0.043 12A4CD3351 X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Fill the chain oil Clogged chain oil pipe Clean the chain oil pipe or oil filter and oil filter Fault in the oil passage Consult your dealer Unit vibrates excessively Fault in internal parts Consult your dealer X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 60: Storage
Store in a dry, dust-free place, out of the reach of children. Store in temperatures consistent with recommended ambient temperature chart. If battery is stored for longer than one year, charge it to 100% capacity. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 61: Disposal
• Battery contains lithium. Dispose of only at a designated collection point. • Lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of properly. • Please contact your dealer in case you do not know how to dispose of or recycle waste plastic parts. X7508220500 © 7/23 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 62: Specifications
Saw Chain Oregon 80TXL (3/8 in. pitch) Sprocket type Spur type, 6-tooth, 3/8 pitch Chain speed 19.1 m/s Chain tensioner Side access system ECHO eFORCE™ 56V series 2.5 Battery AH batteries Type Li-Ion Pack voltage 56 (rated 50.4) Capacity 2.5 Ah/126 Wh ECHO eFORCE™...
Page 63: Product Registration
Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Incorporated. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
Page 65: Warranty
ECHO brand 56 Volt outdoor prod- This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also uct.
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