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Echo CS-271T Instruction Manual

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Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe
operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
ECHO, INCORPORATED
400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564
Phone : 847-540-8400

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CHAIN SAW

WARNING
Printed in Japan 1101L 1929 ES
CS-271T
X750-018 73 0
X750 323-580 0

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564 Phone : 847-540-8400 INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING CHAIN SAW CS-271T X750-018 73 0...
  • Page 2 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Copyright © 2011 All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    ® The Kick Guard device is not installed on the guide bar when you purchase your ECHO chain saw. ® The Kick Guard can be used in a majority of cutting operations, and is especially recommended for beginners, homeowners, or chain saw novices.
  • Page 4 18.When transporting your chain saw, use the appropriate guide bar scabbard. 19.Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard J335 are standard on ECHO chain saws to reduce the possibility of forest fires. Do not operate the chain saw with a loose or defective muffler.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection 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. CS-271T...
  • Page 6 “NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS” section will help you locate them. Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer.

  • Page 7: Packing List

    Warranty registration card PACKING LIST After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the packing list to check for missing parts. Safety manual 13 x 19 mm T-wrench ECHO Power Blend X™...

  • Page 8: Nomenclature Of Parts

    10” 10A4CD3740 90SG40CQ the chain and bar combination sheet 12” 12A4CD3745 90SG45CQ shown in the instruction manual. Part Number X505-006660 * If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. CS-271T X524-003920 X505-006660...
  • Page 9 22. Front handle (for the left hand) - Support handle located at the left side of the engine housing. 23. Lifting hook - If working off the ground the operator must be trained in safe climbing techniques and use of all recommended safety equipment. CS-271T...

  • Page 10: Operator Safety

    “Z 87” stamped on them. • Wear hearing protection. If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can occur. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection at all times. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING • Snug fitting durable clothing should be worn. Pants should have long legs, do not wear shorts.

  • Page 11: Correct Use Of Chain Brake

    Reduced radius required safety standard. belongs on top ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows. This model needs to use low-kickback chain and bar.

  • Page 12: Preparation For Use

    Kick Guard Recess (E) Nut (F) Brake lever (Front hand guard) A nut Clutch cover CS-271T PREPARATION FOR USE Saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. KICK GUARD INSTRUCTIONS Tools Needed: Two 11 mm (7/16 in.) Wrenches.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Chain Tension

    5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. 6. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch cover nut securely - 20 to 23 N·m (175 to 200 in. lb.). 7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. WARNING CS-271T...

  • Page 14: Fuel And Lubricant

    • ECHO premium Power Blend X™ Universal 2- Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 : 1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. • Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older...

  • Page 15: Emission Data

    ENGINE FAMILY: #EHXS.0274EA DISPLACEMENT: 26.9cc EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD: 300Hours THIS ENGINE MEETS * * * * U.S.EPA EXH/EVP AND CALIFORNIA EXH AND EVP EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S.O.R.E. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. * * * ? ? ? ? CS-271T...

  • Page 16: Operation

    • Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems. • Use ECHO bar and chain oil. • When ECHO bar and chain oil is not available: Use motor oil, etc. • Use bar and chain oil of the following grades: SAE No.

  • Page 17: When The Engine Is Cold

    • Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing sound, pull throttle trigger to release choke. • After starting the engine, pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position) CAUTION CAUTION CS-271T...

  • Page 18: Checking Chain Tension

    NOTE If engine does not stop, turn choke control knob Throttle trigger counterclockwise to stop engine. Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again. CHECKING CHAIN TENSION • Chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary.

  • Page 19: Cutting Instruction

    CUTTING INSTRUCTION GENERAL • Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. • Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

  • Page 20: Felling The Tree

    5 cm (2 in.) First cut Notch Second cut One-third tree diameter CS-271T FELLING THE TREE A falling tree can seriously damage anything it may hit - a car, a house, a fence, a power-line, or another tree. There are ways to make a tree fall where you want...
  • Page 21 • The chain saw industry and government agencies have attempted to prescribe various safety devices, but the best protection is to avoid kickback. • Comply with the safety precautions as listed in this Manual and Safety Manual. CS-271T...

  • Page 22: Chain Brake Operation

    Immediately release the throttle trigger. WARNING If the chain does not stop immediately, return the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for repair. NOTE • For practice, while cutting a small tree, push the lever forward to lock the brake.

  • Page 23: Automatic Chain Brake

    4. The impact should lock the chain brake. IMPORTANT When checking the operation of the automatic chain brake, use a soft surface substance like wood to provide the impact so the chain is not damaged. CS-271T...

  • Page 24: Chain And Guide Bar Combination

    CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION The following combinations are recommended for model CS-271T. Guide bar Length mm (in) Part No. 10A4CD3740 254 (10) 10A0CD3740 12A4CD3745 305 (12) 12A0CD3745 CS-271T Saw chain Pitch mm (in) Part No. 90SG40CQ 9.53 (3/8) 91VG40CQ 90SG45CQ 9.53 (3/8)

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Care

    MAINTENANCE AND CARE Your ECHO chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance.

  • Page 26: Carburetor Adjustment

    (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. IMPORTANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be...

  • Page 27: Air Filter

    • Pull it out through oil filling hole with a piece of steel wire or the like. • If the filter is dirty, wash it in gasoline or replace • When the inside of the tank gets dirty, rinsing the tank out with gasoline can clean it. CS-271T...

  • Page 28: Guide Bar

    Worn : 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) Cylinder fins Muffler Spark arrestor screen Gasket Adjusting screw Decrease Increase CS-271T GUIDE BAR • Clean before using. Groove - Clean the groove of the guide bar with a small screwdriver. - Clean oil holes with a wire.

  • Page 29: Setting The Saw Chain

    • For setting saw chain, round file (90SG: 4.5 mm dia. or 91VG: 4.0 mm dia. 5/32 in.) and flat file are used. • To keep correct position and correct angle, use the file holder (Sure Sharp Top plate Side plate Depth guage ® CS-271T...
  • Page 30 90SG:50° 91VG:60° Top plate cutting angle Depth gauge CS-271T • Place the depth gauge tool firmly on guide bar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of depth gauge with the flat file until flat with top of the depth gauge tool.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Remedy • Clean or replace • Clean • Ask your ECHO dealer • Ask your ECHO dealer • Open choke • Clean/replace air filter • Adjust carburetor • Ask your ECHO dealer •...

  • Page 32: Storage After Use

    Flywheel magneto: CDI system NGK BPM8Y Recoil starter Automatic centrifugal clutch 50 : 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend X™, ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345-FC/FD two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Use 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10 % ethyl alcohol or 15 % MTBE.

  • Page 33: Warranty Statements

    The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 34 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so you may also have other specific legal rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is given by ECHO Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Rd., Lake Zurich, IL 60047.
  • Page 35 HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer.

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