Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
PACKING LIST The ECHO product you purchased has been fac- After opening the carton, check for damage. Im- tory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to mediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of packaging restrictions, guide bar and saw chain damaged or missing parts.
The Kick Guard device is not installed on the guide bar ® when you purchase your ECHO chain saw. The Kick Rotational kickback Guard can be used in a majority of cutting operations, and ®...
• If the chain brake is clogged with wood chips, func- ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested tion of the brake may deteriorate. Always keep the to comply with international safety standards as fol- device clean.
Do not allow other persons to be near the chain moving when the throttle control trigger is released. saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down. CS-310...
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Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard have been specifically trained to do so. 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.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker. CS-310...
The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. CAUTION 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-310...
DECALS CS-310 REPLACEMENT BAR AND CHAIN GUIDE BAR* CHAIN* PART NO. TYPE LINKS WARNING!! Read and follow all safety precaution in the instruction 12” 12A0CD3745 OREGON 91PX manual. Failure to follow 14” 14A0CD3752 OREGON 91PX instructions could result in serious 16”...
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5. Clutch - Turns drive sprocket when engine rpm is also activates fast idle throttle latch. fast enough to provide the power needed for cutting. Cylinder cover - The cooling airflow grill. It covers the cylinder, air filter, spark plug and silencer. CS-310...
2. Remove spark plug lead. Nuts 3. Remove two clutch cover nuts and remove clutch cover. Clutch cover 4. Remove bar and saw chain if necessary. See “Main- tenance and Care” section for guide bar/saw chain maintenance procedures. CS-310...
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. nOTE All chains require frequent adjustments. CS-310...
FUEL STATEmENT warning Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are nOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
• 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.
• 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. CS-310...
Open choke nOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat instruc- tions. nOTE Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is locked. Severe brake damage will result. CS-310...
Throttle trigger 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.
CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS gEnEraL CAUTION • 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.
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-310...
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Board or flat stones 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. CS-310...
Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above. iMPOrTanT If your kick guard is damaged or lost, contact your Echo dealer for a replacement. For the name of the Echo dealer nearest you, Call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246) or on the web at www.echo-usa.com.
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. 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.
(96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation contact your dealer. 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...
When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. CS-310...
• Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. • Replace screen if it is cracked, or has holes burned through. • Assemble components in reverse order. NOTE Carbon deposits in muffler will cause drop in engine output. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. CS-310...
• For setting saw chain, round file (4.0 mm dia. 30° 5/32 in.) and flat file are used. Keep this angle • To keep correct position and correct angle, use the file holder (Sure Sharp ® Push file as shown 90° Hold the file horizontally CS-310...
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30° Side plate angle Top plate filing angle 0.64 mm (0.025 in.) NOTE These angles are referred to as 91PX. To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer’s instruction. Parallel Depth gauge CS-310...
Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. CS-310...
• If this Instruction manual or the Safety manual has oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. become illegible or is lost, please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer. • Store in a dry area, free from dust. CS-310...
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-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.
• Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. ECHO, inCOrPOraTED...