Echo CS-450P, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...eet London Ontario Canada N6E 1K4 WARNING Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury OPERATOR S MANUAL CHAIN SAW X750 012 4...

Page 2: ...uide bar or saw chain when the engine operating 10 Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning Operate the chain saw in well ventilated areas only RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 11 Do not attempt a pruning or limin...

Page 3: ...ttention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1 SYMBOLS AND SIGNS 3 PACKING LIST 5 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 6 OPERAT...

Page 4: ...X505 000450 CAUTION ATTENTION Hearingprotectorsmeetingtherequirements of CSA Standard Z94 2 should be worn Les protecteurs auditifs pouvant tre porter doivent recontrer les normes CSA Standard Z94 2...

Page 5: ...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 missing parts Limited warranty statement Warranty regi...

Page 6: ...precautions and instructions in Operator s Manual Replacement manuals are available from your ECHO dealer Hold chain saw firmly with both hands Part Number X503 009740 CS 450P REPLACEMENT BAR AND CHA...

Page 7: ...uide bar saw chain clutch and sprocket when the chain saw is in use 12 Chain tension adjuster Device to adjust chain tension 13 Chain catcher A projection designed to reduce the risk of the operator s...

Page 8: ...on 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 See a doctor if yo...

Page 9: ...t 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 Canada CSA Standard Z 62 1 Standard Z...

Page 10: ...ocedures 4 For initial setup install the spiked bumper on the front of machine with two 5 12 mm bolts 5 Mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier Install c...

Page 11: ...tion after replacing cover Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION IMPORTANT Always loosen clutch cover nuts before turning the chain tension adjuster otherwis...

Page 12: ...X Universal 2 Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals Use of unmixed improperly mixed or fuel older th...

Page 13: ...oved fuel storage container STORAGE Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store...

Page 14: ...n winter or when cutting resinous trees When refueling also refill chain oil OPERATION WARNING After choke control knob is pulled and then knob is returned to original position throttle remains a litt...

Page 15: ...starts immediately squeeze throttle trigger to release throttle latch and pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM CAUTION Make sure...

Page 16: ...r is released STOPPING Release throttle trigger and move ignition switch down to STOP position NOTE If engine does not stop pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine Return the unit to your aut...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...stop immediately return the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for repair NOTE For practice while cutting a small tree push the lever forward to lock the brake Confirm that the brake works properly b...

Page 21: ...ck the chain brake IMPORTANT When checking the operation of the automatic chain brake use a soft surface substance like wood to provide the impact so the chain is not damaged WINTER OPERATION Use the...

Page 22: ...rs 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 kickback performanc...

Page 23: ...ll determine the frequency of required maintenance MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Meintenance Procedure Letter Codes I Inspect C Clean R Replace Meintenance Procedure Notes 1 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT...

Page 24: ...w CW until the saw chain begins to turn then turn screw out CCW until the saw chain stops turning Turn screw out CCW an additional 1 4 turn 6 Accelerate to full throttle for 2 3 seconds to clear any e...

Page 25: ...ard 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 t...

Page 26: ...dust from between fins to let cooling air pass easily MUFFLER SPARK ARRESTOR Remove air cleaner cover and remove spark plug lead Remove spark arrestor screen cover and screen from muffler body Clean...

Page 27: ...aw chain Drive link serves to remove sawdust from the groove of the guide bar Keep the lower edge of the drive link sharp where indicated SETTING SAW CHAIN For setting saw chain round file 4 8 mm dia...

Page 28: ...op of depth gauge with the flat file until flat with top of the depth gauge tool Be sure to round off the front edge of the depth gauge Properly filed cutters are shown in illustration When setting of...

Page 29: ...oo rich Open choke with fuel Clean replace air filter Adjust carburetor Ask your ECHO dealer Spark at No spark at Ignition switch off Turn switch on end of end of plug Electrical problem Ask your ECHO...

Page 30: ...open throttle r min 12000 13000 Standard Front hand guard Rear hand guard features Anti vibration device Spiked bumper Throttle control lockout Chain brake Chain catcher Spark arrestor muffler STORAGE...