Checking Chain Tension; Chain Lubrication Test - Echo CS-370 Instruction Manual

Unlock chain brake
Ignition switch
Throttle trigger
STOP
RUNNING
WARNING
The saw chain should not move at idle, otherwise seri-
ous personal injury may result.
NOTE
If saw chain moves adjust carburetor according to "Car-
buretor Adjustment" instructions in this manual, or see
your dealer.
• when engine starts, immediately squeeze and release
throttle trigger to release throttle lock button, otherwise
severe brake damage will result.
• Keep idling for a few minutes.
• Set the brake lever in the unlocked position before starting
to cut.
• Squeeze throttle trigger gradually and increase revolution
of the engine.
• The chain starts moving when the engine reaches 3800 r/
min approximately.
• Confirm proper acceleration and lubrication of chain and
bar.
• Do not run the engine at high speed unnecessarily.
• Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger
is released.
STOPPING
• Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle.
• Move ignition switch down to "STOP" position.
NOTE
If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out fully
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.
CAUTION
Do not operate with a loose chain.

CHAIN LUBRICATION TEST

Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle
to half speed for 30 seconds.
A thin line of "thrown" oil should be seen on the dry surface.
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