EarthQuake CS3814B Operator's Manual

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WARNING
BEFORE USING OUR PRODUCTS, READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND THE PROPER USE OF
YOUR UNIT.
Operator's Manual
Original Operating
Instructions
Chainsaws
CS3814B, CS4116B
P/N: 838184
REV5: 08/20/13
© 2013 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
ECN: 9878

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions Chainsaws CS3814B, CS4116B WARNING BEFORE USING OUR PRODUCTS, READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND THE PROPER USE OF YOUR UNIT. P/N: 838184 ECN: 9878 REV5: 08/20/13 Get parts online at © 2013 Ardisam, Inc. www.getearthquake.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    THANK YOU . . . 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 how to correctly operate and maintain your chainsaw.
  • Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 CS3814B, CS4116B 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 CS3814B, CS4116B 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 CS3814B, CS4116B 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 CS3814B, CS4116B 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.
  • Page 10 Product: Location: LBLNOISE104 Part No: Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws CE MODEL SAFETY WARNINGS AND MARKINGS (FOR EUROPEAN MODELS) The following markings and labels are applied to the product, in addition to those shown in the original instructions. Ardisam 10804...
  • Page 11 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 12: Features

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws FEATURES Front hand guard and Rear handle 12. Saw chain chain brake cover 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.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    9.26 lb Guide Bar Type Sprocket Nose Guide Bar Size 14” (CS3814B) 16” (CS4116B) Saw Chain Type Oregon® 91VG or 91P S52 (CS3814B) Oregon® 91VG or 91P S57 (CS4116B) Pitch 3/8” Low Profile Gauge .050” Specifications are subject to change without notice. SOUND AND VIBRATION LEVELS...
  • Page 14: Assembly

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 15: Operation

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws PRE-START INSPECTION WARNING 1. Check that all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts DO NOT RUN A SAW THAT IS NOT PROVIDING PROPER are secure. OIL COVERAGE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. DOING 2.
  • Page 17: Maintenance And Storage

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 18 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 19: Saw Chain Maintenance

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 20: 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 21: Troubleshooting And Repair

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B 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 22: Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws CHAINSAW PARTS BREAKDOWN FIGURE 1 4, 24 4, 5 5, 24 FIGURE 2 11, 24 11, 24 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 23 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws FIGURE 3 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 24 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws FIGURE 5 21 or 22 (varies by model/not serviced) FIGURE6 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 25 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws FIGURE 7 20, 24 12, 15 FIGURE 8 12, 15 12, 13 12, 15 12, 15 12, 13 12, 13 12, 13 12, 15 12, 15, 30 12, 15 12, 15 12, 13 12, 13...
  • Page 26: Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws PARTS BREAKDOWN CHAINSAW PARTS LIST KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 838108 KIT FORWARD HANDLE 38 AND 41CC 838106 ASSEMBLY CYLINDER SHROUD 38 AND 41CC 838136 KIT AIR CLEANER COVER 38 AND 41CC 838111 ASSEMBLY FUEL CAP 38 AND 41CC...
  • Page 27 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 28 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 29: Warranty

    PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED 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 warranty of this product, Ardisam will furnish, at their discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
  • Page 30 Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in circumstances where the Ardisam Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both the The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), together ECS Warranty and the Ardisam Warranty describe important rights with Ardisam, Inc.
  • Page 31: Warranty

    Operator's Manual CS3814B, CS4116B Chainsaws EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING (2) Any warranted, emissions-related part that is scheduled only for regular inspection as specified in the Maintenance Schedule (IF EQUIPPED): (located in the section of the Manual(s) pertaining to maintenance) (1) Fuel Metering System shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period.
  • Page 32 Earthquake, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@getearthquake.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.

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