Echo DHS-3006 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Manual DHS-3006 Pruning saw Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B) 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DHS-3006 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction......................3 Servicing Information......................3 Parts / Serial Number....................3 Service........................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ................4 Product Registration....................4 Additional Literature.....................4 Safety..........................5 For safe use of your product..................5 International Symbols....................6 General Product Safety Warnings................8 General Pruning Saw Safety Warnings..............11 Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal..............13...
Page 3: Introduction
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 4: Service
Register your ECHO equipment online at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.
Page 5: 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. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 6: 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. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 7 To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Wear eye protection. Wear ear protection. Do not expose to rain. Beware of pruning saw kickback and avoid contact with bar tip. Always use pruning saw two-handed. For use only with ECHO eFORCE 56V battery series.
Page 8: General Product Safety Warnings
Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate product when you are tired. • Store Idle Products Indoors – When not in use, store the products indoors in a dry, elevated, or locked location out of reach of children. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 9 Disconnect the battery pack from the product before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing product. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the product accidentally. ® • Recharge only with ECHO eFORCE 56V battery series chargers. A 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 10: Proper Clothing
® • Use only with ECHO eFORCE 56V battery series. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of injury and fire. •...
Page 11: General Pruning Saw Safety Warnings
Cut wood only. Do not use pruning saw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use product for cutting metal, plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the product for operations different than intended could result in serious injury or death. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 13: Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal
DHS-3006 SAFETY Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal Recycle your ECHO 56V battery system batteries FOR FREE at Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) recycling locations. Call 1-800-822-8837 or visit https://www.call2recycle.org for details. The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the batteries used in this machine: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material.
Page 14: Fcc Statement
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 15: Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback. • With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to accidents. Understand 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 16: General Precautions
Towels and wipes (to stop any bleeding) • Whistle or mobile phone (for calling for outside help). If you are unable to perform first aid or call for outside help, the injury could get worse. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 17: Precautions For Use
• 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 downward when carrying the product. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 18: Remove The Battery
• before clearing a blockage • before checking, cleaning or working on the machine • after striking a foreign object to inspect the machine for damage. Accidents can occur if the product starts unexpectedly. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 19 • 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. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 20: Protective Gear
Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to your sight or hearing, or lead to a serious injury. When necessary, please use the protective gear below: • Dust mask: Breathing protection • Bee net: Insect protection 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 22: Contents
Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. 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. Pruning saw...
Page 23: Assembly
(B) counterclockwise. Remove the sprocket cover (C). Mount the guide bar (D) and slide toward sprocket (E) to make saw chain installation easier. Ensure that chain tension adjuster (F) fits into guide bar hole. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 24 Tighten sprocket cover knob with the guide bar nose held up. 10. Pull the chain around the guide bar by hand. Loosen the chain tension knob if you feel tight spots while rotating chain on the bar by hand. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 25: Adjusting Chain Tension
Loosen the chain tension knob if you feel tight spots while rotating chain on the bar by hand. Assemble components in reverse order. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. Note: All chains require frequent adjustments. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 26: Chain Lubricant
Chain Lubricant Proper lubrication of the chain while in operation minimizes friction between the chain, the guide bar and sprocket. Use ECHO genuine chain oil or ECHO recommended chain oil specially formulated for bars and chains for proper lubrication. Consult your ECHO dealer for the proper chain oil.
Page 27: Battery Charging
ASSEMBLY To maximize battery life of batteries being stored more than 3 months, ECHO recommends batteries being stored at 3 green lights on the battery capacity indicator (BCI) at an ambient temperature of 60°F (16°C) - 80°F (27°C), and not in direct sunlight.
Page 28 Charge the battery when it no longer produces sufficient power to operate the unit or when battery lights indicate that the battery is low. Note: Your charger might look different from those pictured. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 29 Two green lights indicate that the battery has 25-54% charge. • Three green lights indicate that the battery has 55-79% charge. • Four green lights indicate that the battery has 80-100% charge. Unplug charger AC cord from the wall outlet. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 30: Installing And Removing The Battery
OPERATION Starting the unit When starting the unit, observe the precautions described in the "Safety" section. Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 31: Stopping The Unit
◆ If the saw chain does not stop when the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout are released, remove the battery to stop the power supply to unit. Have your authorized ECHO servicing dealer repair unit before using again. ◆ When the trigger switch is released, the saw chain automatically stops.
Page 32: Before Use
A thin line of "thrown" oil should be seen on the dry surface. Pre Cutting Test • Familiarize yourself with your product before you start actual cutting. • For this purpose it may be wise to practice by cutting some small logs or 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 33: Cutting Instructions
Use caution when cutting small-size brush, branches and saplings which may easily catch the chain, spring towards you or pull you off balance. • Do not use the product with a damaged or missing guard. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 34 Install and properly tension guide bar and chain. Run motor for one minute alternating motor speed between maximum RPM for 5 seconds and stop for 5 seconds to coat metal parts with additional protective chain oil. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 35 For proper control, always use two hands when operating a pruning saw, one of which operates the trigger. Otherwise, this can result in the chain saw "skating" or skidding, which can result in personal injury 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 36: Chain And Guide Bar Combination
Do not cut more then one branch at the same time. Observe all applicable laws, regulations, standards and ordinances. Chain And Guide Bar Combination The following combinations are recommended for model DHS-3006. Guide Bar Saw Chain ECHO Part No. Length mm...
Page 37: Maintenance
If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs. 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. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 38: Maintenance Intervals
If not maintained properly, the product's performance may deteriorate. Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. When you find anything wrong, ask your ECHO dealer for repair. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 39: Cleaning Battery And Battery Compartment
Clean before using. Clean the groove (L) of the guide bar with a small screwdriver. Clean oil holes (M) with a wire. Invert guide bar periodically. Clean the guide bar mount area before installing the guide bar. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 40: Sprocket
The following factors will increase the risk of kickback: ◆ Top plate angle too large ◆ File diameter too small ◆ Depth gauge too large Note: These angles are referred to as 80TXL. For chains of other brands, follow manufacturers instructions. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 41 Setting Saw Chain • 80TXL Chain: Use a round 5/32" file and flat file. • Push file as shown. • To keep correct position and correct 25° angle, use a file holder. Keep this angle 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 42 • One fifth of the file diameter remains above cutter edge. • Be sure to round off the front edge Depth gauge tool of the depth gauge. • Properly filed cutters are shown in illustration. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 43 • If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for instance, clean it with Parallel kerosene and soak in it oil. Depth gauge To sharpen other chains, follow chain manufacturer’s instructions. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 44: Troubleshooting
4. Clean the machine. The motor is damaged. 5. Install battery and operate the machine. If the sprocket rotates, it means the motor works properly. If not, call an Authorized ECHO Dealer. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 45 The chain is not Do not let the guide bar lubricated. and the chain operate without sufficient oil. Cool the battery until Incorrect battery storage it decreases to the temperature ambient temperature. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 46: Storage
Store in temperatures consistent with recommended ambient temperature chart. Charge battery according to ambient temperature chart. Charger Remove battery from charger. Disconnect charger from power supply. Store in a dry, dust-free place, out of the reach of children. 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 47: Specifications
Battery is charging Green Fully charged Battery is too warm: (Remove for approx.30 minutes to allow to cool) Defective battery: (Remove and replace with blinking new battery if this occurs) Charge Time See Battery Operator's Manual 99922238301 © 08/2024 ECHO Incorporated...
Page 48: Product Registration
Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product online. 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 50: Warranty
ECHO dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering the product to the service center for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid by the owner. ECHO Incorporated’s, responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the...
Page 51 ECHO Incorporated, does not assume or authorize anyone to assume for them any other obligation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. ECHO Incorporated, assumes no responsibility for incidental, consequential, or other...
Page 54 460HS0000001 - 460HS9999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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