Echo CS-500P, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury X750 018 21 3 X750 331 010 3 ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT CANADA 501 Newbold Street London Ontar...

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: ...3 PACKING LIST 5 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 6 OPERATOR SAFETY 8 CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE 9 PREPARATION FOR USE 10 FUEL AND LUBRICANT 12 EMISSION DATA 13 OPERATION 14 CUTTING INSTRUCTION 17 CHAIN AND GUID...

Page 4: ...er 890324 39630 TO AVOID KICKBACK 1 Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided 2 Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause serious in...

Page 5: ...w chain installation 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 c...

Page 6: ...e porter doivent recontrer les normes CSA Standard Z94 2 Part Number 890176 39431 POUR VITER LES REBONDISSEMENTS 1 viter tout contact entre le nez du guide cha ne et un objet quelconque 2 Tout contact...

Page 7: ...e cover to the guide bar saw chain clutch and sprocket when the chain saw is in use 10 Chain catcher A projection designed to reduce the risk of the operator s right hand from being hit by a chain whi...

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: ...section for guide bar saw chain maintenance procedures 4 Unlock the chain brake and mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier Install chain with cutters o...

Page 11: ...old the bar nose up and turn the adjuster screw clockwise until chain fits snugly against underside of the bar 4 Tighten both nuts with the bar nose held up 5 Pull the chain around the bar by hand Loo...

Page 12: ...roke engine warranty IMPORTANT ECHO premium Power Blend 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...

Page 13: ...ways loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize Never refuel a unit when the engine is hot Never refuel a unit with the engine running Do not fill fuel tanks indoors Always fill fuel tanks...

Page 14: ...emergencies Oil tank cap CHAIN LUBRICANT Proper lubrication of the chain while in operation reduces friction between the chain and the guide bar to a minimum and assures a longer service life Use bar...

Page 15: ...ase throttle trigger for disengaging throttle latch and returning engine to idle and pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM CAUTIO...

Page 16: ...ve ignition switch down to O position NOTICE If engine does not stop pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch bef...

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: ...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 21: ...ace 4 The impact should lock 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...

Page 22: ...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 performance requ...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...or 2 3 seconds to clear 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 6 Check idle speed and reset if nece...

Page 25: ...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 enter fuel tank A clogged fi...

Page 26: ...lug lead Remove spark 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 Assemble components i...

Page 27: ...unt 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 the groove of the guide...

Page 28: ...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 prematurely I...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...rea free from dust MODEL CS 500P Dimension L W H mm 395 250 290 Mass Power head dry kg 4 8 Without chain and guide bar Engine Type Air cooled two stroke single cylinder Displacement mL cm 50 2 Carbure...

Page 31: ...ducing use 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 so...

Page 32: ...Incorrect storage procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operato...