INSTRUCTION MANUAL CHAIN SAW CS-8000 TYPE1-E WARNING Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. ECHO, INCORPORATED X750-012 02 6 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564 Phone : 847-540-8400...
4. Cut at high engine speeds. 5. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height. 6. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. 7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
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SAE Standard J335 are standard to the rear, and the muffler away from on ECHO chain saws to reduce the your body. When carrying a chain saw possibility of forest fires. with the engine running, push the front...
The enclosed message provides information CAUTION necessary for the protection of the unit. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
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27” 27D0PS3893 OREGON 72LPX, 72LGX experience and specialized training for 32” 32D0PS3805 OREGON 72LPX, 72LGX 105 dealing with kickback. ECHO chain saw with 36” 36D0PS3816 OREGON 72LPX, 72LGX 116 significantly reduced kickback potential *Or equivalent are available.
The ECHO product you purchased has been After opening the carton, check for damage. factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of Due to packaging restrictions, guide bar and saw damaged or missing parts. chain installation and other assembly may be Use the packing list to check for missing parts.
Do not operate this chain saw unless you have extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for Part Number X505-002041 dealing with kickback. ECHO chain saw with significantly reduced kickback potential WARNING are available. Chain brake must be unlocked before removing or installing clutch cover.
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24. Cylinder cover - The cooling airflow grill. It covers the cylinder, spark plug and silencer. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can numbness in the fingers. occur. The following precautions are strongly ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection recommended because the minimum exposure at all times. which might trigger the ailment is unknown. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING neck, feet and ankles and hands and wrists.
Never start or operate saw if brake band is not in place Unlock chain brake on clutch drum. Always check chain brake operation after replacing cover. Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
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 nuts securely - 20 to 23 N·m (175 to 200 in. lb.). 7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345-FC/FD certified oil, such Fuel Mix Chart 50 : 1 as ECHO premium Power Blend X™, will void the U.S. Metric two-stroke engine warranty. Gasoline...
(This is an example only, information on THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EXH/EVP EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR MODEL YEAR * * * * REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL label varies by engine family). FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. * * * ? ? ? ? CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
Start / Run Do not over fill. Run” position. (Choke position Choke control knob Choke pull starter handle several times until first firing sound. Starter handle Unlock chain brake towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position) CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
Make sure the bar and chain are free from Choke open any obstruction when starting the chain saw. chain brake before starting. Unlock chain brake Run” position. starter handle. push it back on first firing sound. towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position) CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob Ignition switch out fully to stop engine. STOP Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer Throttle trigger to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again. CHECKING CHAIN TENSION during work and corrected as necessary.
Some material may adversely affect the housings of your chain saw. (Example palm Tree Acid, fertilizer etc.) To avoid housing deterioration, carefully remove all packed sawdust around clutch and guide bar area and wash with water. Coat metal parts with light oil. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
Then remove the saw for the second cut. Insert the saw in the first cut, very carefully so as not to cause kickback. The final cut is made by drawing the saw forward in the cut to reach the hinge. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
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Manual and Safety Manual. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
When the brake lever trips, the chain should stop. Immediately release the throttle trigger. WARNING If the chain does not stop immediately, return the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for Chain brake unlock repair. When the lever is fully pulled toward the operator, brake is unlocked.
CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION The following combinations are recommended for model CS-8000 TYPE1-E. Guide bar Saw chain ECHO Part No. Type Length mm (in.) Pitch mm (in.) Links Double Guard Symmetrical OREGON 508 (20) 20D0PD3870 20D0PS3870 610 (24) 24D0PD3881...
MAINTENANCE AND CARE Your ECHO chain saw is designed to provide many SKILL LEVELS hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled Level 1 = Easy to do. Most required tools come maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that with unit.
If a tachometer is available idle speed should be To maintain proper engine operation and emission set to 2900 r/min. compliance above 1100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO CAUTION service dealer. When starting, idling adjustment speed...
Fuel tank cap Fuel filter the tank out with gasoline can clean it. OIL FILTER lubricating system. Oil filter steel wire or the like. Oil tank cap the tank out with gasoline can clean it. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
When the knob touches stopper and stops, this position indicates maximum discharge Adjusting knob volume. (15 mL/min at 7000 r/min) - Do not turn the adjusting knob beyond the maximum or minimum limit of volume adjustment. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
Keep the lower edge of the drive link sharp where indicated. SETTING SAW CHAIN diameter 7/32 in.) and flat file are used. Keep this angle ® the file holder (Sure Sharp 25° Push file as shown 10° Hold the file tipped 10° upward CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
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- If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for instance, clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil. NOTICE Parallel These angles are referred to as Oregon 72LPX or 72LGX. To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer’s Depth gauge instruction. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
(0.024 to 0.028 in.) Engine does not crank Engine Dies or accelerates poorly runs arrestor screen blocked WARNING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. CS-8000 TYPE1-E...
Recoil starter Power transmission Automatic centrifugal clutch Fuel Mixture ratio 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. Gasoline Use 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10 % ethyl alcohol or 15 % MTBE.
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.
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89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10 % ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15 % MTBE (methyl/ tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.