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- Page 1 Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions Chainsaw CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Warning Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit. Get parts online at 838184 www.GetEarthquake.com Rev. 06/29/11...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Notes: federal emission information Earthquake warrants to the retail purchaser, that this small, off-road engine was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale to all applicable regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). All weights, specifications, and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product image may not be exact items. -
Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions
Warning • Carefully follow all assembly instructions. Warning indicates a serious injury or fatality • Maintain the chainsaw according to directions and schedule could result if the safety instructions that included in this Earthquake operator’s manual. folloW this signal Word are not oBeyed. • Ensure that anyone who uses the chainsaw is familiar with all controls and safety precautions. caution... -
Page 4: General Safety Rules
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws general safety rules • Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine •... - Page 5 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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. Follow encircling the chainsaw handles. manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for • When carrying from one place to another, always stop the...
- Page 6 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws felling notch Warning The felling notch is the first cut when felling a direction tree. The notch will act as a hinge and will direct inexperienced users should neVer attempt to of fall the tree to fall in the desired direction.
- Page 7 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 mon- poisonous gas. carbon monoxide may be present even if you do oxide may Be present eVen if you do not smell not smell or see any engine exhaust.
- Page 8 • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Use only original equipment parts from Earthquake, • Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down including all nuts and bolts. for small children.
- Page 9 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 information while you are operating the unit.
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Page 10: Safety Features
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws safety features 2. throttle interlock: This saw is equipped with a throttle interlock designed to prevent accidental engagement of This saw is equipped with certain safety features and devices the throttle control. The throttle interlock is disengaged by to protect the user from harm in the event the saw reacts depressing the red tab on top of the rear handle. -
Page 11: Features
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws features Front hand guard and brake Throttle trigger 13. Guide bar Starter handle Engine switch 14. Primer Bulb Air filter cover Oil tank cap Choke knob 10. Fuel tank cap Throttle trigger lock-out 11. Front handle Rear handle 12. -
Page 12: Specifications
Guide Bar Type Sprocket Nose Guide Bar Size 14” (CS3814) 16” (CS3816/CS4116) Saw Chain Type Oregon® 91VG or 91P S52 (CS3814) Oregon® 91VG or 91P S57 (CS3816/4116) Pitch 3/8” Low Profile Gauge .050” Specifications are subject to change without notice. Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... -
Page 13: Assembly
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws assemBly Warning The Earthquake Chainsaw carton includes the following failure to properly tension 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 14: Operation
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 15 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 coVerage under any circumstances. doing 2.
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Page 16: Maintenance And Storage
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 tasks that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a technician or other qualified mechanic. -
Page 17: Bar And Chain Oil
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws Bar and chain oil engine maintenance The saw is equipped with an adjustable chain oiler. The oil cooling fins 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 18: Saw Chain Maintenance
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws sharpening saw chain cutters (teeth) installing spark plug The saw chain included with this saw is a 91VG Chamfer Chisel™ or 1. Reinstall original spark plug, tighten additional 1/2 turn. 91P Chamfer Chisel™ and requires a 5/32 inch round file (included 2. Installing new spark plug, adjust spark plug gap to .025”... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting And Repair
8. File ONLY on the “ Push” stroke, do not pull the file against any metal object as this will damage the file. At Earthquake, we build quality and durability into the design It is also important to maintain the depth gauge setting of our products; but no amount of careful design by us, and throughout the lifespan of the saw chain. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting And Repair
Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 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 or constant use may eventually... -
Page 21: Parts Breakdown
41CC SHORT BLOCK W/BASE CHASSIS 838147 SCWRENCH 838148 5/32IN ROUND FILE 838149 CHAIN SCABBARD 838161 AIR FILTER VIBRATION BUMPER 838162 COLD WEATHER SHUTTER to order any replacement parts, Visit earthQuake’s WeBsite, WWW.getearthQuake.com. Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... -
Page 22: Warranty
This guarantee is void unless the warranty card is properly filled out and received by Earthquake within 30 days of purchase or go to www. - Page 23 Operator's Manual CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws explanation of emissions control Warranty provisions These items will be covered for a period of two years from the date of the original purchase. Viper warrants that: the components are Viper Engines are designed, built and equipped to meet all EPA designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable requirements.
- Page 24 Earthquake™, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@ardisam.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improve- ments, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.