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Operator's Manual
DCS-2500T
Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury.
In Canada, this chainsaw is designed especially for tree service
by a trained operator.
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
X7508220200
© 10/21 ECHO Incorporated
Chainsaw

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  • Page 1 Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. In Canada, this chainsaw is designed especially for tree service by a trained operator. Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................3 Important information ................3 Parts and Serial Number..............4 Service ....................5 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............5 Product Registration ................5 Additional Literature ................5 Packing List....................6 Safety ......................7 For safe use of your product ..............7 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Please ensure that you read the operator's manual before using your product. Intended use of this product • This ECHO Chainsaw is designed for cutting wood or wood products. • Do not use this tool for anything other than its intended purpose. Users of the product •...

  • Page 4: Parts And Serial Number

    Some of the illustrations used may differ from the product itself in order to make the explanations clearer. • Please consult your ECHO DEALER if anything is unclear or of concern. Parts and Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer.

  • Page 5: Service

    Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site www.echo-usa.com.

  • Page 6: Packing List

    • When you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains. • Contact your dealer if anything is missing or broken. Number Part Name Quantity Chainsaw Guide Bar Cover Operator’s Manual T wrench X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 8: International Symbols

    Location in which the safety decal is attached • The safety decal shown below has been attached to the product described in this manual. Ensure that you understand what the decal means before using your product. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 9: Handling The Product

    Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 10 • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 11 • Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 12 • Use only with ECHO eFORCE™ 56V battery series. Use of any other battery may create a risk of injury and fire.
  • Page 13 This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal R B R C Li - ion The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the batteries used in this machine: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 14: Chainsaw Safety Warnings

    • Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start the chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chainsaws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 15 Use of the chainsaw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation. Using improper replacement components or removing safety devices may result in serious or fatal injury. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 16: Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback

    • Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback. • Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 17: Kickback Safety Precautions

    A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw. Two hands must be used to control the saw at all times. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 18: General Precautions

    • If you assign your product to another party, please enclose the operator's manual with the product when handing it over. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 19: Precautions For Use

    • people who are pregnant • people who are in poor physical condition • people who have not read the operator’s manual • children • Failure to observe these instructions could lead to an accident. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 20 • Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks. • Limit the number of hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the chain saw or other hand-held power equipment is not required. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 21 • Moving to another area while you are working • Leaving the place where you have been working. Failure to observe these precautions could cause serious injury. Orient guide bar to the rear when carrying chainsaw. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 22 • whenever the machine is left by the user • before clearing a blockage • before checking, cleaning or working on the machine • after striking a foreign object to inspect the machine for damage. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 23 • If another person enters the danger zone, turn off the unit. • Do not allow anyone to hold the material you are cutting. Any contact with the saw chain could cause serious injury. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 24 When you turn off the unit, check to ensure the saw chain has stopped moving before you lower the product to the ground. Even if the unit has been turned off, the saw chain can still cause an injury while free-wheeling. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 25: Protective Gear

    Do not wear ties, jewelry, or loose, dangling clothing which could be caught in the unit. Do not wear open-toe footwear, or go bare foot or barelegged. Failure to observe these precautions could result in an accident or lead to a serious injury. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 26: Description

    Rear handle (for the right hand) Battery Sprocket cover Chain tension adjuster Chain catcher Guide bar Saw chain Oil tank Oil tank cap Type and serial number Cover Hanging hook Lifting hook Oil adjusting screw X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 27: Assembly

    Do not operate with a loose chain. Otherwise personal injury might result. Note: Move the chain brake lever (Front hand guard) fully rearward to remove or install the guide bar cover to the chain saw. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 28 Release chain brake (A). Loosen sprocket cover nut (B). Remove sprocket cover (C). Install spiked bumper (D). Secure with 2 bolts. Mount guide bar (E) and slide toward sprocket (F) to make saw chain installation easier. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 29 Consult your ECHO dealer for the proper chain oil. Never use waste or reclaimed oil to avoid various malfunctions of the oil system, chain and guide bar. Lubrication problems caused by the use of improper oil will void the warranty.
  • Page 30 Battery Charging Note: See separate operator’s manuals packaged with battery and charger. • Use only with ECHO eFORCE™ 56V battery series batteries and chargers. • Keep charger and battery away from damp conditions and all liquids. • Do not operate the charger on an easily combustible surface (e.g. paper, textiles) or in an environment with a high risk of fire.
  • Page 31 If charger detects a problem, LED will blink RED. Remove battery from charger, clear obstructions from contacts and reinstall battery into charger. If battery is outside acceptable temperature range (0°C to 60°C, 32°F to 140°F) LED will remain RED. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 32 Keep movable parts of the chainsaw off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled. Note: The battery comes partially charged from the factory and needs to be fully charged before first use. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 33 When the battery is difficult to remove: Place saw on a hard flat surface. Press battery latch and push bottom of battery against the hard surface. Slide battery out of saw. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 34: Operation

    Push power button (B) once to turn on power to unit. Note: Power indicator LED (C) blinks when power to unit is turned on with chain brake engaged. Pull front hand guard rearward to disengage chain brake. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 35: Stopping The Unit

    Note: Power indicator LED (C) turns off when power to unit is turned off. When the trigger switch is released, the saw chain ◆ automatically stops. Motor control changes depending on temperature of the battery therefore stop time of the saw chain might not be consistent. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 36: Before Use

    Chain Lubrication Test Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to half speed for 30 seconds. A thin line of “thrown” oil should be seen on the dry surface. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 37: Correct Use Of Chain Brake

    • If the chain brake is clogged with wood chips, function of the brake deteriorates a little. Always keep the device clean. • Do not increase motor revolutions while the chain brake is engaged. • Never test the brake in an area where petrol fumes are present. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 38 Hold the handle with both hands and accelerate the motor to high speed by using the trigger switch. Operate the chain brake by turning your left wrist against the front hand guard while maintaining your grip. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 39: Tree Service Chainsaw

    The chainsaw should be checked by the ground worker and then switched off before it is sent up to the operator in the tree.The chainsaw should be fitted with a suitable strop for attachment to the operator's harness. Example of attaching chainsaw to operator’s harness: X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 40 In the vast majority of accidents, operators fail to adopt a secure work position that allows them to hold both handles of the saw. This results in an increased risk of injury due to: • not having a firm grip on the saw if it kicks back, X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 41 • they need to support their working position with one hand, and • the saw is being used at full stretch, at right angles to and out of line with the operator's body. Example of on-handed chainsaw use: X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 42: General Cutting Instructions - Ground Usage

    General Cutting Instructions - Ground Usage Do not let the nose or tip of the guide bar touch anything while unit is running to avoid kickback. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 43 Felling a Tree Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have an understanding of the risks and how to avoid them. Serious injury could occur to the operator or bystanders while felling a tree. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 44 5 cm (2 in.) to 45 angle First cut • Back cut: 2.5 to 5 cm higher Felling cut • Uncut hinge wood: 1/10 of diameter Notch 5 cm (2 in.) Second cut One-third tree diameter X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 45 If you have thick branches, work from the outside to the inside to avoid your bar and chain getting stuck. Even when limbing, use of the spiked bumper makes it easy to control the saw and lessens kickback. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 46 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. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 47 1/3rd the timber diameter. The second cut is made downwards and should meet the first cut. (4. 1/3 diameter to avoid split, 5. weakening cut to finish) X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    Servicing Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 49: Skill Levels

    Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx Servicing Guidelines COMPONENT OR...

  • Page 50: Saw Chain Maintenance

    Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. If you continuously use vegetable based chain oil, inspect and do maintenance often. When you find anything wrong, ask your ECHO dealer for repair. Saw Chain Maintenance Remove the battery before sharpening chain.
  • Page 51 By using the correct file size (91PXL; 4.0 mm Round file) and a file holder, it is easier to receive a good result. Consult your ECHO dealer for correct sharpening tools and sizes Lock the chain - push the front hand guard forward.

  • Page 52: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care Remove battery before performing maintenance procedures. Cleaning battery and battery compartment Risk of electric shock or fire. Do not use conducting materials to clean battery or battery compartment. Otherwise serious personal injury may result. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 53 Remove debris from O ring and thread of oil tank cap. Guide Bar Do not degrease brake drums and brake bands. After cleaning, apply a thin oil between the brake drum and the brake band. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 54 7000 r/ min, prior to shipment from factory. To increase the delivery volume, turn the adjusting screw (F) counterclockwise. When adjusting screw touches stops, it has reached maximum discharge volume. (13 mL/min at 7000 r/min). X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 55: Replacement Guide Bar And Chain

    Dry filter completely. Reinstall filter. Replacement Guide Bar and Chain Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacture or the equivalent. Otherwise, there may be a risk of accidents and damage to the machine. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Unit will not turn on Battery not installed Check the battery properly installation Unit does not run when Battery discharged Charge the battery turned on Battery outside Remove the battery and acceptable allow to cool temperature range X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 57 For spare parts and consumables, please use only genuine parts and designated products and components. Using parts from other manufacturers or non-designated components may result in a malfunction. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 58: Storage

    If battery is stored for longer than six months, charge it to 100% capacity. Charger Remove battery from charger. Disconnect charger from power supply. Store in a dry, dust-free place, out of the reach of children. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 59: Disposal

    Oiling system Automatic adjustable oiler Hand guard Front and rear hand guards Chain brake Manual and non manual band brake Guide bar and saw chain: Guide bar .050 in. gauge, sprocket nose Bar length 12 in. X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 60 Saw Chain Oregon 91PXL (3/8 in. pitch) Sprocket type Spur type, 6-tooth, 3/8 pitch Chain speed 19.1 m/s Chain tensioner Side access system ECHO eFORCE™ 56V series 2.5 Battery AH batteries Type Li-Ion 56 (rated 50.4) Pack voltage Capacity 2.5 Ah/126 Wh ECHO eFORCE™...

  • Page 61: Warranty

    ECHO Incorporated, and tion or rescission of the contract of sale of any ECHO brand sold in the United States and Canada. 56 Volt outdoor product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim.

  • Page 62: Product Registration

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Incorporated. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 63 DCS-2500T PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7508220200 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 64 U56400001001 - U56400999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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