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Chain Saw Instruction Manual MODEL : CS-330MX4 WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Instruc- tion Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X750010722 X7503243102 11/09...
® contact a log, branch, or any other obstruction which when you purchase your ECHO chain saw. The Kick Guard could be hit while you are operating the saw. can be used in a majority of cutting operations, and is ®...
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15. Operate the chain saw only in well-ventilated areas. 19. Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard J335b are Standard on ECHO Chain saws to reduce 16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have the possibility of forest fires. Do not operate the chain been specifically trained to do so.
ontents Page Rules for Safe Operation ....................2 Technical Data ........................5 Emission Data ........................6 Description........................6 Nomenclature of Parts ......................7 Preparation for Use ......................8 Fuel and Lubricant ......................10 Operation ........................12 - Starting Cold Engine ....................13 - Starting Warm Engine ....................14 - Stopping ........................14 Cutting Instructions ......................15 Maintenance and Care ....................18 Chain and Guide Bar Combinations ................24...
E-15 or E-85. Tank Capacity ......ml ....310 (10.5 U.S. fl oz.) Oil ..........Bar and chain ......... ECHO bar and chain oil (or motor oil) Tank Capacity ......ml ....290 (9.8 U.S. fl oz.) Lubrication ..........Adjustable automatic oil pump Guide bar ........
After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.
* If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be or- dered from your ECHO dealer. RepaRation foR KICK GUARD® TO BAR INSTRUCTIONS ®...
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GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN-INSTALL/ RE- MOVE WARNING Saw Chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Move chain brake lever (G) fully rearward to unlock chain brake. IMPORTANT Always loosen guide bar nuts before turning chain tension adjuster, otherwise clutch cover and tensioner will be damaged.
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.
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, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend X Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo en- gines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel WARNING Fuel is VERY flammable.
• Use bar and chain oil of high quality for this purpose. • 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. FUEL TANK OIL TANK •...
STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING Make sure bar and chain are not touching anything when start- ing the saw. 1. Move chain brake lever (E) fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. Do not over fill. 3.
2. Move chain brake lever (E) fully forward to lock chain brake. NOTE If engine does not stop, move ignition/choke lever forward to choke position ( ) to stop engine. Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again.
GENERAL WARNING Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instruc- tions. Failure to obey all instructions may result in serious or fatal injuries. In all circumstances the operation of the chain saw is a one-man job.
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felling a tRee WARNING DIRECTION OF FALL A falling tree can seriously damage anything it may hit - a car, a house, a fence, a power line, or another tree. There are ways to make a tree fall where you want it, so first decide where that is! Before cutting, clear the area around the tree.
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Don’t cut with the saw overhead or the bar in a vertical position. If the saw should kick back you may not have good enough control to prevent possible injury. Bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces.
ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed see your Echo dealer for repairs.
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AIR FILTER 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3.
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SPROCKET • A damaged sprocket (C) will cause premature damage or wear of saw Worn : 0.5 mm chain. • Clean sprocket, clutch and bar mount area before installation of bar. • Check sprocket when you install new chain. When outer diameter of sprocket is worn 0.5mm (.020”) or more, replace it.
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MUFFLER SPARK ARRESTOR IMPORTANT Carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. 1. Remove air filter cover and remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two guide bar nuts and remove sprocket guard. 3.
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6. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust ports (G). IMPORTANT If muffler mounting studs loosened during muffler nut removal, tighten studs using two nuts (H) tightened together on end of stud. Turn outer nut clockwise, and tighten stud to 70 kgf • cm (7 N-m, 60 in •...
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5. Accelerate to full throttle for 2-3 seconds to clear excess fuel from en- gine then return to idle. Accelerate to full throttle to check for smooth transition from idle to full throttle. If engine stops or stalls after full warm up return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer for adjust- ment.
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.
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For setting saw chains, round file (4 mm ø: 5/32”) and flat file are used. • To keep correct position and correct angle, use the file holder. - Round file and flat file are available from your Echo Dealer. • File cutters as below.
Roubleshooting Poor performance of the engine and/or cutting mechanism can normally be prevented by carefully following these instructions. Poor performance can easily be corrected even by a beginner. When the engine does not function properly check the following three (3) points first. •...
You should inquire through local government offices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. Echo chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows.
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INSTALLATION • Start the engine on a solid level surface and run at a fast • Echo recommends that the chain brake should be serviced idle until warm. by an authorized Echo servicing dealer. • Hold the saw firmly by the handles and accelerate the en- gine to a fast idle.
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.
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HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.
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...
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