Echo CS-370F Instruction Manual page 14

DESCRIPTION
1. Chain Brake Lever/Front Hand Guard - Locks and unlocks the chain brake to stop or allow saw chain
rotation. Guard between the front handle and the saw chain helps protect the hand from injuries if the hand
slips off the handle.
2. Spark Arrestor Muffler or Spark Arrestor Muffler with Catalyst - The muffler or catalytic muffler controls
exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving
the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.
3. Tip Guard - Anti-kickback device attached to the bar nose.
4. Saw Chain - Chain, serving as a cutting tool.
5. Guide Bar - The part that supports and guides the saw chain.
6. Spiked Bumper - Device, fitted in front of the guide bar mounting point, acting as a pivot when in contact with
a tree or log.
7. Chain Catcher - A projection designed to reduce the risk of the operator's right hand from being hit by a
chain which has broken or derailed from the guide bar during cutting.
8. Tool-Less Sprocket Guard Knob - Device for installing and removing guide bar cover.
9. Chain Tension Adjuster - Device to adjust chain tension.
10. Chain Brake/Sprocket Guard - Protective cover for the chain brake, guide bar, saw chain, clutch, and
sprocket when the chain saw is in use.
11. Rear Hand Guard - Extension on the lower part of the rear handle for protecting the hand from the chain if it
breaks or derails.
12. Choke Control Knob - Device for enriching the fuel/air mixture in the carburetor to aid cold starting. Also
activates fast idle throttle latch.
13. Purge Pump - When starting engine, push purge pump 3 or 4 times.
14. Air Cleaner Cover - Covers air filter.
15. Cleaner Cover Knob - Device for installing the air cleaner cover.
16. Spark Plug - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.
17. Ignition Switch - Device for connecting and disconnecting the ignition system and thus allowing the engine
to be started or stopped.
18. Throttle Trigger Lockout - A safety lever which must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be
activated. Prevents accidental operation of the throttle trigger.
19. Rear Handle - for Right Hand - Support handle located towards the rear of the engine housing.
20. Throttle Trigger - Device activated by the operator's finger, for controlling the engine speed. Also releases
fast idle throttle latch when squeezed and released immediately after starting engine.
21. Throttle Lock Button - Device for temporarily setting the throttle in a partially open position to aid starting.
22. Fuel Tank Cap - For sealing the fuel tank.
23. Starter Handle - Pull handle slowly until starter engages then quickly and firmly. When engine starts, return
handle slowly. DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.
24. Oil Tank Cap - For sealing the oil tank.
25. Front Handle - for Left Hand - Support handle located at the front of the engine housing.
26. Cylinder Cover - The cooling airflow grill. It covers the cylinder, spark plug and silencer.
CHAIN SAW TERMS
1. Chain Brake - Stops the saw chain.
2. Drive Sprocket - Drives saw chain.
3. Clutch - Turns drive sprocket when engine rpm is fast enough to provide the power needed for cutting.
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