Chain Saw Instruction Manual MODELS : CS-450P WARNING DANGER This chain saw is intended for professional or experienced chain saw operators. Read and understand the instructions contained in this manual and the Safety Manual and follow the rules for safe operation.
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SAE Standard J335 are standard your body. on ECHO chain saws to reduce the 10. Do not operate a chain saw that is possibility of forest fires. damaged, improperly adjusted, or not Do not operate the chain saw with a completely and securely assembled.
The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. CAUTION The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. CS-450P...
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CLATURE OF PARTS” section will help you locate injury. them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. CS-450P...
Maintenance Section of this manual. PACKING LIST The ECHO product you purchased has been fac- After opening the carton, check for damage. Im- tory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to...
CS-450P WARNING!! Read and follow all safety precaution in the instruction manual. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious personal injury. * If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. CS-450P...
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Spiked bumper - Device, fitted in front of the ing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. guide bar mounting point, acting as a pivot when Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris in contact with a tree or log. CS-450P...
If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can oc- neck, feet and ankles and hands and wrists. cur. • Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigor- ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection at all ous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and times. also by not smoking.
You should inquire through local government of- fices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows. Rotational kickback : ANSI Standard B175.1 - 2000...
TO BAR INSTRUC- ® TIONS Bolt (A) Dimple (D) (Optional Accessory) Kick Guard is available from your Echo dealer. 1. Install bolt (A) in rear hole (B) of Kick Guard ® and through front hole (C) in guide bar. Kick Guard ®...
7. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch cover nuts securely - 20 to 23 N·m (175 to 200 in. lb.). 8. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. NOTE All chains require frequent adjustments. CS-450P...
Echo brand premium Power Blend X Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrica- tion caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC/FD certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend X , will void the two-stroke engine warranty.
• Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems. • Use ECHO bar and chain oil. • When ECHO bar and chain oil is not available: Use motor oil, etc. • Use bar and chain oil of the following grades: SAE No.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemak- ers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by any- one who has a pacemaker.
• Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. Open choke • Move ignition switch to “RUN” position. • Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle. NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedure. CS-450P...
NOTE If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine. Throttle trigger Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again. CHECKING CHAIN TENSION • Chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary.
Pushing the saw too hard will slow the engine and cut- ting will actually be more difficult. NOTE Some material may adversely affect the housings of your ECHO chain saw. (Example: Palm Tree Acid, fertilizer, etc.) To avoid housing deterioration, carefully remove all packed Kickback saw dust around clutch and guide bar area and wash with water.
Then remove the saw for the second cut. Insert the saw in the first cut, very carefully so as not to cause kickback. The final cut is made by drawing the saw forward in the cut to reach the hinge. CS-450P...
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The chain saw industry and government agencies have attempted to prescribe various safety devices, but the best protection is to avoid kickback. Comply with the Safety Precautions as listed in this manual and Safety manual. CS-450P...
• When using throttle latch at starting, keep the When the lever is fully pulled, toward the chain brake locked. operator, brake is unlocked. IMPORTANT Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to avoid damage to the chain. CS-450P...
Cold weather warm weather position, and install into cold “storage” position weather “storage” position. Warm weather position NOTE For operation at normal temperature return the plug to its original place. (5°C, 41°F) It causes over heating of the engine. CS-450P...
Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above. IMPORTANT If your kick guard is damaged or lost, contact your Echo dealer for a replacement. For the name of the Echo dealer nearest you, Call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246) or on the web at www.echo-usa.com.
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance.
Accelerate engine to full throttle to check for authorized ECHO service dealer. smooth transition from idle to high speed. If engine hesitates turn “L” needle CCW 1/8 turn IMPORTANT and repeat acceleration.
• Pull it out through oil filling hole with a piece of steel wire or the like. • If the filter is dirty, wash it in gasoline or replace • When the inside of the tank gets dirty, rinsing the tank out with gasoline can clean it. CS-450P...
When the screw touches stopper and stops, this position indicates maximum discharge volume. (13 to 14 mL/min at 7000 r/min) - Do not turn the adjusting screw beyond the maximum or minimum limit of volume adjust- ment. CS-450P...
15. Remove muffler support bracket. 16. Re-tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. 17. Install muffler support bracket. 18. Install guide bar and saw chain. See "Guide Bar and Saw Chain Installation/Removal." 19. Install spark plug lead and air cleaner cover. CS-450P...
20LPX, 33SL : 25° SETTING SAW CHAIN Proper filing tools for setting saw chain are avail- able from your Echo dealer. Keep this angle • For setting saw chain, round file (33SL : 4.5 mm dia. or 20BPX, 20LPX, 95VP : 3/16 in.) and flat file are used.
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20LPX, 33SL, 95VP : 60° oil. 0.64 mm (0.025 in.) NOTE These angles are referred to as Oregon 20BPX, 20LPX, 33SL, or 95VP. To sharpen other chain follow chain manufacturer’s instruction. Parallel Depth gauge Top plate cutting angle CS-450P...
WARNING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. CS-450P...
Recoil starter Power transmission Automatic centrifugal clutch Fuel Mixture ratio 50 : 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend X™, ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738), JASO M345-FC/FD two- stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Gasoline Use 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10 % ethyl alcohol or 15 % MTBE.
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
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89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
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HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.
ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. EChO, INCORPORATED...
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