Table Of Contents - Echo QV-8000 Instruction Manual

• This system is designed for use with a
special bar and chain for fire department
application. This system should not be used
for conventional wood cutting applications.
• Review ECHO Safety Chain Saw Manual and
note exceptions as listed below.
• If the unit is modified for conventional wood
cutting operations, read rules for safe
operation and instructions carefully in the
corresponding CS-8000 TYPE1-E ECHO
Chain Saw Instruction Manual and the
ECHO Chain Saw Safety Manual. Use only
the guide bar and chain combinations listed
in the instruction manual with a Kick Guard
installed on the guide bar. A free copy of
the Chain Saw Safety Manual can be
obtained from your ECHO dealer or by
writing ECHO, INCORPORATED, 400
Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047-1564.
Symbols and signs .....................................................................................................
Safety .........................................................................................................................
Description .................................................................................................................
Operation (Pre-Ventilation Procedures)......................................................................
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 14
Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 16
Specifications ............................................................................................................. 27
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.
INTRODUCTION
DANGER
CONTENTS
The ECHO QuikVent™ System is a chain saw
specially designed for use by trained fire fighters to
ventilate, trench and breach burning structures.
This manual provides the information necessary for
operation and maintenance of the saw.
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