Operation - Echo CS-400 Instruction Manual

WARNING
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a com-
Cap indication
plete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
Fuel/oil tanks are indicated by the following
illustrations.
WARNING
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALwAyS position unit so that exhaust is
directed away from your face and body.
WARNING
Fuel tank cap
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to
prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes
rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention
requirements.
Choke control knob
Choke control knob
Starter handle
Unlock chain brake
CS-400

OPERATION

Oil tank cap
OPERATION
Chain brake
Chain brake
Ignition switch
Start / Run
Purge pump
Purge pump
Choke
Choke
CHAIN LUBRICANT
Proper lubrication of the chain while in operation
reduces friction between the chain and the guide
bar to a minimum and assures a longer service life.
• Use bar and chain oil of high quality for this
purpose.
• 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. 30 ....... in summer
SAE No. 10 ....... in winter or when cutting
resinous trees.
• When refueling, also refill chain oil.
WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD
CAUTION
• After choke control knob is pulled and then
knob is returned to original position,
Make sure the bar and chain are free from any
throttle remains a little open (latch obstruction when starting the chain saw.
condition).
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain
• If engine is started in this latch condition,
brake before starting.
chain starts to turn. Do not start engine
• Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over fill.
before chain brake is activated.
• Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill.
• Move ignition switch to "RUN" position.
• Push purge pump 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in
purge pump.
• After starting the engine, squeeze throttle
• Pull choke control knob all the way out. (Choke posi-
trigger slightly to release throttle latch and
tion)
pull front hand guard towards the operator
immediately.
(Chain brake unlocked position)
WARNING
• Never use throttle latch for cutting.
• After choke control knob is pulled and then knob
• Use the chain brake only in starting or in
is returned to original position, throttle remains
emergencies.
slightly open (fast idle latch condition).
• The chain will attempt to move when engine is
started with fast idle throttle latch engaged.
• Do not start engine before chain brake is locked.
NOTE
Do not pull starter rope out to the maximum possible
position.
Do not allow recoil handle to snap back against the
casing.
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