Echo CS-355T Instruction Manual
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Chain Saw
Instruction Manual
MODEL :
warning
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.
CS-355T
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
X7503320104
06/13
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Page 1: Chain Saw
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. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Copyright© 2013 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. CS-355T... -
Page 3: Packing List
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. -
Page 4: Rules For Safe Operation
Rotational kickback 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, home- owners, or chain saw novices. -
Page 5: Correct Use Of Chain Brake
• For practice, while cutting a small tree, push the ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested to lever forward to lock the brake. comply with international safety standards as follows. • Confirm that the brake works properly before each This model needs to use low-kickback chain and bar. -
Page 6: Automatic Chain Brake
Keep assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops moving bystanders and animals out of the work area. when the throttle control trigger is released. 11. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down. CS-355T... - Page 7 19. Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard 16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you J335 are standard on ECHO chain saws to reduce have been specifically trained to do so. the possibility of forest fires. Do not operate the chain saw with a loose or defective muffler.
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Page 8: Operator Safety
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-355T... -
Page 9: Symbols And Signs
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-355T... -
Page 10: Decals
Make sure the decal is legible and that you under- stand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. EMISSION DATA The emission control system for the engine is EM (en-... -
Page 11: Description Of Parts
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS CS-355T... - Page 12 15. Starter handle - Pull handle slowly until starter en- gages then quickly and firmly. When engine starts, return handle slowly. Do not let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur. CS-355T...
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Page 13: Preparation For Use
1. Remove spark plug cover and disconnect spark plug lead. 2. Remove two clutch cover nuts and remove clutch cover. 3. Remove bar and saw chain if necessary. See “Main- tenance and Care” section for guide bar/saw chain maintenance procedures. CS-355T... -
Page 14: Adjusting Chain Tension
6. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch cover nuts securely -20 to 23 N·m (200 to 230 kgf·cm). 7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. 8. Connect spark plug lead and install spark plug cover. Proper tension Improper tension nOTE All chains require frequent adjustments. CS-355T... -
Page 15: Fuel And Lubricant
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. -
Page 16: Chain Lubricant
• 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: Operation
CAUTION • After starting the engine, immediately squeeze Purge pump and release throttle trigger to return engine to idle. • Never use partial throttle for cutting. Starter handle • Use the chain brake only in starting or in emergencies. CS-355T... -
Page 18: When The Engine Is Cold
• Move the control lever to “run" (i) position. Control lever • Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle. • Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing sound, squeeze throttle trigger to release choke and return engine to idle. CS-355T... -
Page 19: Checking Chain Tension
If engine does not stop, move the control lever to “Cold Start” ( ) position 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 •... -
Page 20: Cutting Instruction
CUTTING INSTRUCTION gEnEraL warning • 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 21: Felling The Tree
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-355T... - Page 22 First cut by flying debris. To cut the trunk, use the bucking and two-cut sequence Board or flat stones shown. The first cut should be no deeper than one-third the trunk diameter. When the bar nose hits another tree, etc. CS-355T...
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Page 23: Chain And Guide Bar Combination
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. -
Page 24: Maintenance And Care
Your ECHO unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit 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 Ser- vice Dealer for maintenance. -
Page 25: Carburetor Adjustment
1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to Correct idle speed is 2,950 r/min., or 1/2 turn CCW be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. from the point the chain stops moving. When you experience trouble with the carburetor, iMPOrTanT contact your dealer. -
Page 26: Check Fuel System
Oil hole • Clean oil holes with a wire. • Reverse guide bar periodically. • Check sprocket and the clutch and clean the bar Sprocket mount area before installation of the bar. Replace either or both if worn. CS-355T... -
Page 27: Spark Arrestor Muffler
• To increase the delivery volume, turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise.When the screw touches stopper and stops, this position indicates maximum discharge volume. (13 mL/min at 7000 r/min) Adjusting screw • Do not turn the adjusting screw beyond the maximum or minimum limit of volume adjustment. CS-355T... -
Page 28: Exhaust Port Cleaning
Adjust chain tension as instructed in “Adjustment, Chain Tension” section of instruction manual. 13. Start engine and check for exhaust leaks between muffler and cylinder head. Stop engine if leak is found and correct problem before operating chain saw. CS-355T... -
Page 29: Setting The Saw Chain
• For setting saw chain, round file (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 ® 30° Keep this angle Push file as shown 90° Hold the file horizontally CS-355T... - Page 30 • If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for Side plate angle instance, clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil. 0.64 mm (0.025 in.) nOTE These angles are referred to as 91PX. To sharpen other chains, follow chain manufac- Parallel turer’s instructions. Depth gauge CS-355T...
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Page 31: Troubleshooting
DANGER 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-355T... -
Page 32: Storage After Use
• For future reference, you should keep this Instruction manual and the Safety manual. • If this Instruction manual or the Safety manual has become illegible or is lost, see “Additional Or Replacement Manuals” on back page for ordering information. CS-355T... -
Page 33: Technical Data
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. -
Page 34: 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 diffi culty 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 35 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so you may also have other specifi c legal rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is given by ECHO Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Rd., Lake Zurich, IL 60047.
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Page 36: Servicing Information
ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. ECHO, inCOrPOraTED...