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Operator's
Manual
Original
Operating
Instructions
Chainsaw
CS4518
,_ WARNING
BEFORE USING OUR PRODUCTS, READTHIS MANUAL
CAREFULLYTO UNDERSTANDTHE PROPER USEOF
YOUR UNIT,
Get parts online at
www, geteorthquake,
com
P/N: 142148
Rev. 12/05/12
© 2013 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions Chainsaw CS4518 ,_ WARNING BEFORE USING OUR PRODUCTS, READTHIS MANUAL CAREFULLYTO UNDERSTANDTHE PROPER USEOF YOUR UNIT, P/N: 142148 Rev. 12/05/12 Get parts online at © 2013 Ardisam, Inc. www, geteorthquake, All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION THANKYOU for purchasing a chainsaw from Earthquake ®. We have worked to ensure that this chainsaw meets high standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your chainsaw will provide many years of service. Take the time to read this manual carefully to learn...

  • Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITY WARNING INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the machine is AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS IN = the operator's responsibility.
  • Page 4 If it does rotate when engine is idling, • It is advisable to wear protective headgear to prevent the contact Earthquake ®for instructions. possibility of being struck by small flying particles, or being • If an object...
  • Page 5 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands when the • Do not over-reach or cut above shoulder height. engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumb and fingers • Always maintain a sharp and clean saw chain.
  • Page 6 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws Felling Notch WARNING The felling notch is the first cut when felling a idirection INEXPERIENCED USERS SHOULD NEVER ATTEMPT TO tree. The notch will act as a hinge and will direct the tree to fall in the desired direction.
  • Page 7 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Warning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODOR = Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, LESS, COLORLESS,POISONOUS GAS, CARBON MeN = poisonousgas. Carbonmonoxide may be presenteven ifyou do OXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL not smell orseeany engineexhaust.Breathingcarbon monoxide...
  • Page 8 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws SERVICE • Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank. • Always stop the engine whenever you leave the equipment, • Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank. before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit.
  • Page 9 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws SAFETY DECALS Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the chainsaw to remind you of this important...
  • Page 10 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws CE MODEL SAFETYWARNINGSAND MARKINGS {FOR EUROPEAN MODELS) The following markings and labels are applied to the product, in addition to those shown in the original instructions. Decal Descriptions: Decal Description: Decal Description: Guaranteed noise level Pull recoil out slightly...
  • Page 11 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws SAFETY FEATURES Throttle Interlock: This saw is equipped with a throttle interlock designed to prevent accidental engagement This saw is equipped with certain safety features and devices the throttle control. The throttle interlock is disengaged to protect...

  • Page 12: Features

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FEATURES 13. Guide bar Front hand guard and brake Throttle trigger 14. Primer Bulb Starter handle Engine switch Air filter cover Fuel tank cap Choke knob 10. Oil tank cap 11. Front handle Throttle trigger lock-out Rear handle 12.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws SPECIFICATIONS !iiiiii iii !! iiiiiiiiiiiii!!iiiiiiii!i! iiiiii i!iiiiii i!!!!i!iiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ¸ !i! ! ! iiiiiii iiiiiii i iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Displacement 45.02cc Fuel Mixture (Unleaded Gasoline, 50: two-cycle oil 1) Fuel tank capacity 550 ml Chain oil Bar chain oil for proper season...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws ASSEMBLY WARNING The Earthquake ®chainsaw carton includes the following FAILURE TO PROPERLYTENSION THE CHAIN COULD Power Unit: Pre-assembled engine, handles, fuel tank, RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE UNIT OR SEVERE INJURY oil tank, and chain brake handle.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws OPERATION WARNING FILLING FUEL TANK CHAIN BRAKE WILL NOT PREVENT A KICKBACK. IN THE 1. Shut off engine and allow engine to completely cool before EVENT OF A KICKBACK, THE CHAIN BRAKE IS DESIGNED refilling the fuel tank.

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws PRE-START INSPECTION WARNING 1. Check that all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure. DO NOT RUN A SAW THAT IS NOT PROVIDING PROPER OIL COVERAGEUNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, DOING 2. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness.

  • Page 17: Maintenance And Storage

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help you properly care for your engine, the following pages include simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other service...
  • Page 18 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws BAR AND CHAIN ENGINE MAINTENANCE COOLING FINS The saw is equipped with an adjustable chain oiler. The oil pump, driven by the drive sprocket, will only pump oil when the Cooling fins, air inlets, and linkages must be free from any debris engine is running at high enough speeds to engage the clutch before each use.
  • Page 19 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws The saw chain included with this saw is a 91VG Chamfer Chisel 1. Reinstall original spark plug, tighten additional 1/2 turn. 91P Chamfer ChiselTM and requires a 5/32 inch round file (included 2. Installing new spark plug, adjust spark plug gap to .025"...
  • Page 20 It is also important to maintain the depth gauge setting At Earthquake ® , we build quality and durability into the design throughout the lifespan of the saw chain. 91VG and 91P chains of our products; but no amount...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting And Repair

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR WARNING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES, ENGINE MUST BE While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND SPARK of your chainsaw, prolonged...

  • Page 22: Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws CHAINSAW PARTS BREAKDOWN FIGURE 15 15 FIGURE2 11 11 11 11 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.¢om or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 23 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FIGURE3 "-- ----_. Check for parts online at www.getearthquake°com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 24 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FIGURE5 FIGURE 6 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.¢om or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 25 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FIGURE7 FIGURE8 9,24 9,24 9,24 9,24 9,24 9 ,24 9,24 24,25 24,25 24,25 24,25,31 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.¢om or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...

  • Page 26: Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws PARTS BREAKDOWN CHAINSAW PARTS LIST 14203 KIT BUCKING SPIKE 13507 ASSEMBLY CLUTCH COVER 14204 KIT CS4518 ACCESSORY PACK SHORT BLOCK 45CC CHAINSAW W/CHASSIS 14206 KIT MUFFLER COMPLETE 14231 KITVlBRATION DAMPENING COMPLETE 14232 KIT FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT 14233...
  • Page 27 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws CSCE Declaration EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name and Address of the manufacturer: Ardisam Manufacturing Inc. 1690 Elm Street, Cumberland, Wl U.S.A 54829 Mr. C. Hindle, Ardisam Europe, Name and Address of person authorised 3 Appleyard Close, Swinton, Manchester.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    Terms and Conditions PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1=YEARLIMITED WARRANTY Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this EARTHQUAKE ® CHAINSAW to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one-year...
  • Page 29 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws These items will be covered for a period of two years from the date of the E×planation of Emissions Control original purchase. Viper warrants that: the components are designed, built Warranty Provisions and equipped so as to conform...
  • Page 30 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake°com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 31 Operator's Manual CS4518 Chainsaws NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.¢om or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 32 Earthquake ®, D ivision o fArdisam, Inc. 1160 8thAvenue, POBox 666 Cumberland, W154829 800-345-6007 I Fax 715-822-2223 E-maih info@getearthquake.com All weights, specifications features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improve- ments, product images be exact.

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