Echo CS-271T, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...for tree service by a trained operator Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury X750 323 730 2 echo POWER EQUIPMENT CANAD...

Page 2: ...d Never adjust the guide bar or saw chain when the engine operating 10 Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning Operate the chain saw in well ventilated areas only 11 Do not attempt a pruning or liming ope...

Page 3: ...NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 6 OPERATOR SAFETY 8 CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE 9 PREPARATION FOR USE 10 FUEL AND LUBRICANT 12 EMISSION DATA 14 OPERATION 15 CUTTING INSTRUCTION 18 CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATIO...

Page 4: ...DE LA CHA NE GUIDE BAR P NO CHAIN P NO CKA GUIDE PI CE NO CHA NE PI CE NO 12 12A4CD3745 90PX45CQ 23 9 12 12A0CD3745 91PX45CQ 23 6 This saw shall be used only by certified tree service professionals Ce...

Page 5: ...tallation and other assembly may be necessary After opening the carton check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the packing list to check for mi...

Page 6: ...I CE NO 12 12A4CD3745 90PX45CQ 23 9 12 12A0CD3745 91PX45CQ 23 6 This saw shall be used only by certified tree service professionals Cette tron onneuse doit tre utiliser seulement par des professionnel...

Page 7: ...ring cutting 10 Guide bar The part that supports and guides the saw chain 11 Saw chain Chain serving as a cutting tool 12 Bar tip guard Anti kickback device attached on the bar nose NOMENCLATURE OF PA...

Page 8: ...r twisted position Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles Se...

Page 9: ...Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut The installation of a chain brake may be mandatory by law or...

Page 10: ...hes until snug Make certain Kick Guard is flush against guide bar 4 Tighten nut F 1 8 additional turn 5 Check to make certain Kick Guard is tight on guide bar GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN INSTALLATION REMO...

Page 11: ...in place on clutch drum Always check chain brake operation after replacing cover Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION IMPORTANT Always loosen clutch cover...

Page 12: ...use hard starting poor performance or severe engine damage and void the product warranty Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual FUEL STATEMENT Gasoline Use 89 Octane R M 2...

Page 13: ...ore fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored two stroke fuel may separate Always shake fuel container thoroughly before each use After Use Do...

Page 14: ...on label varies by engine family PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD The 300 hours emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emi...

Page 15: ...s activated CAUTION After starting the engine immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger for disengaging throttle latch and returning engine to idle and pull front hand guard towards the operato...

Page 16: ...e control knob clockwise Open position Pull starter handle to start the engine When engine starts immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger for disengaging throttle latch and returning engine t...

Page 17: ...gnition switch in Stop position NOTICE If engine does not stop turn choke control knob counterclockwise to stop engine Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch be...

Page 18: ...your best aid will be your own good common sense The accepted way to hold the saw is to stand to the left of the saw with your left hand on the front handlebar and your right hand on the rear handle s...

Page 19: ...ide opposite the notch and at a level about 5 cm above the bottom of the notch Do not try to cut through to the notch with the felling cut The remaining wood between the notch cut and felling cut abou...

Page 20: ...ke the cut unless the tree is lying on perfectly flat ground or supported as shown If you make the cut with the tree on the ground don t let the saw s chain dig into the earth it is harmful for the sa...

Page 21: ...a fast idle Slowly operate the chain brake lever while holding the saw firmly on the ground When the brake lever trips the chain should stop Immediately release the throttle trigger WARNING If the cha...

Page 22: ...he saw with the guide bar approximately 55 cm above a wooden surface Right hand should hold the rear handle and left hand should hold the front handle 3 Release the front handle and drop the end of th...

Page 23: ...h Hard nose guide bars of the same length and nose radius as a sprocket nose bar SAW CHAIN Low kickback CAUTION Do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the CSA Z 62 3...

Page 24: ...for that task Ask your ECHO dealer for these parts MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Maintenance Procedure Letter Codes I Inspect C Clean R Replace Maintenance Procedure Notes 1 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT...

Page 25: ...any excess fuel in the engine then return to idle Accelerate engine to full throttle to check for smooth transition from idle to high speed If engine hesitates turn L needle CCW 1 8 turn and repeat a...

Page 26: ...d spark gap is 0 6 to 0 7 mm Correct the spark gap if it is wider or narrower than the standard gap Fastening torque 15 to 17 N m 150 to 170 kgf cm FUEL FILTER Check periodically Do not allow dust to...

Page 27: ...arrestor screen cover and screen from muffler body Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Replace screen if it is cracked or has holes burned through Inspect the gasket replace if damaged Asse...

Page 28: ...ly aligned Note that blunt or irregular cutters will result in poor cutting performance increased vibration of chains and premature breakage of the saw chain Drive link serves to remove sawdust from t...

Page 29: ...nt oil to it rotate the chain slowly to wash away the filings before using again If the chain saw is operated with filings clogged in the groove the saw chain and the guide bar will be damaged prematu...

Page 30: ...ixture is too rich Open choke Clean replace air filter Adjust carburetor Ask your ECHO dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark at end of plug wire Ignition switch off Turn switch on Electrical probl...

Page 31: ...anual has become illegible or is lost please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer STORAGE AFTER USE Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw Completely clean every part and repair if necessa...

Page 32: ...D 13738 and JASO M345 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 Do not use alternative fuels s...

Page 33: ...will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive...

Page 34: ...removed cutting shield or removed damaged air filter Damage caused by dirt pressure or steam cleaning the unit salt water corrosion rust varnish abrasives and moisture Defects malfunctions or failure...

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