EarthQuake CS4518, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...g 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 20...

Page 2: ...arthquake com If you do not have a computer call our customer service department at 800 345 6007 Mondays through Fridays from 8 a m to 5 p m CST Owner s Name Owner s Address City Model Number Date of...

Page 3: ...personal safety BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE WARN iNG READ ENTIRE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS PRODUCT FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULTIN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH OPERATETHE EN...

Page 4: ...rugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely Never operate machine in wet grass Always be sure ofyour footing keep a firm hold on the handl...

Page 5: ...contact could result in a kickback Always make cuts at high engine speeds Do not over reach or cut above shoulder height Always maintain a sharp and clean saw chain Follow manufacturer s sharpening an...

Page 6: ...t only one log at a time When bucking small logs place them in a V shaped bucking horse to keep them at a working level Never allow a bystander to hold the log Never hold the log with your leg or foot...

Page 7: ...boratory U L or the American Society for Testing Materials ASTM Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area Never fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors Examples include basement garage bar...

Page 8: ...achine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision SERVICE Always stop the engine whenever you leave the equipment before cleaning repairing or...

Page 9: ...insaw 1 Read operator s instruction book before op erating this machine 2 You must wear appropriate ear eye and head protection 3 Use two hands when operating the chainsaw 4 Warning Danger of kickback...

Page 10: ...of kickback C Use two hands while operating chainsaw D Read operator instructions E Always wear protective head eye and ear gear F Always wear protective gloves when using product G Always wear protec...

Page 11: ...rther assistance With the saw s engine shut off and the brake disengaged firmly grasp both handles and hold the saw over a log or low stump Swing the bar nose sharply down until it makes contact This...

Page 12: ...r handle 3 Air filter cover 4 Choke knob 5 Throttle trigger lock out 6 Rear handle 7 Throttle trigger 8 Engine switch 9 Fuel tank cap 10 Oil tank cap 11 Front handle 12 Saw chain 13 Guide bar 14 Prime...

Page 13: ...equivalent Oil feeding system Mechanical plunger pump with adjuster Sprocket Teeth x Pitch 7T x 375 Dimensions L x W x H 425 x 240 x 288 mm 16 75 x 9 S x 9 35 Dry weight without guide bar and chain 12...

Page 14: ...ter of the bar If the bar will not slide forward far enough use the screwdriver end of the Scwrench to turn the tension screw counter clockwise The tension screw is located on the front of the power u...

Page 15: ...nk of oil This ensures that the bar and chain will receive a constant flow of oil during operation Always top offyour oil reservoir when re fueling WARNING CHAIN BRAKE WILL NOT PREVENT A KICKBACK IN T...

Page 16: ...he choke all the way out to the CHOKE position NOTE This will close the choke and lock the throttle in the starting position 4 Put the power unit s ignition switch in the ON position NOTE Signified by...

Page 17: ...an authorized dealer to obtain no charge emissions control service The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your engine under unusual conditions such as sustained...

Page 18: ...rform correctly and adjusting carburetors to compensate for altitude IMPORTANT NOTE Carburetor is set at factory Further adjustment must beperformed by an authorized service center Contact customer se...

Page 19: ...may contain metal such as nails staples or wire Avoid cutting all the way through when bucking a log This could allow the chain to come into contact with the soil below dulling the saw chain Sharpenin...

Page 20: ...ss bar and chain oil from the clutch cover and the area surrounding the clutch Pay close attention when cleaning the cylinder cooling fins and the air filter 6 Store the unit in a dry location out of...

Page 21: ...INJURY TO YOU OR BYSTANDERS Starting failure Lack of power Poor ac celeration Rough idling Oil does not come out Check fuel for water or substandard mixture Check for water or substandard mixture Chec...

Page 22: ...ator s Manual CS4518 Chainsaws CHAINSAW PARTS BREAKDOWN FIGURE 1 19 19 17 15 15 15 15 FIGURE2 10 7 7 7 7 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 22 Check for parts online at www getearthquake om or call 800 345 6007 M F...

Page 23: ...Operator s Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FIGURE3 ULI I L z i i 8 i s _ t Check for parts online at www getearthquake com or call 800 345 6007 M F 8 5 23...

Page 24: ...Operator s Manual CS4518 Chainsaws FIGURE5 6 6 6 FIGURE 6 2 24 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 5 FIGURE8 9 24 9 24 9 24 24 9 24 9 24 9 24 9 24 24 25 24 25 24 24 25 24 25 31 Check for parts online at www getearthquake om or call 800 345 6007 M F 8 5 25...

Page 26: ...14 13536 ASSEMBLY CLUTCH W WASHER 1 15 13535 KIT RECOIL CHAINSAW 1 16 13534 ASSEMBLY FUEL CAP 1 17 13556 ASSEMBLY OIL CAP 1 18 13533 KIT AIR CLEANER COVER 1 19 13531 KIT FORWARD HANDLE 1 20 13532 ASS...

Page 27: ...ain Saw Model Type C838 CS41 CS45 SerM No Directives Conformity Assessment Procedures 00000000000000000000000 50000000000000000000000 Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Annex Wll EMC Directive 2004 108 EC...

Page 28: ...he warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user and continues for the period of time stated above This warranty applies only to products which hav...

Page 29: ...uilt and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the EPA that they are free from defects in material and workmanship that could cause failure to the engine or other and th...

Page 30: ...Operator s Manual CS4518 Chainsaws NOTES 30 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 31...

Page 32: ...earthquake 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 p...