Echo CS-530, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...nstructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury X750 011 30 1 X750 319 710 1 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich Illinois 60047 1564 Phone 847 540 8400 Printed in Japan 0804E 0365 ES ...

Page 2: ...Copyright 2007 All Rights Reserved The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING ...

Page 3: ... for the saw chain 7 Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent WARNING 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 Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION Kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator Pinching the saw chain...

Page 4: ... the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released 11 Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down 12 Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance 13 When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck whe...

Page 5: ... accompanied by the word DANGER calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided SYMBOLS AND SIGNS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1 SYMBOLS AND SIGNS 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 OPERATION 14 CUTTING INSTRUCTION 17 CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATIO...

Page 6: ... illustration found in the NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS section will help you locate them Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer Emergency stop Choke control Cold Start position choke closed STOP SYMBOL FORM Part Number X503 009050 WARNING Read and follow all safety precaution in the...

Page 7: ...pening 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 registration card 13 x 19 mm T wrench 4 mm Hexagonal Wrench Small screwdriver ECHO Power BlendX 2 stroke oil sample Instruction manual Safety manual ECHO chain saw Saw chain Guide bar Kick Guard Spiked bum...

Page 8: ...K 1 Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands 2 Don t let the nose of the guide bar contact any obstruction 3 Tip contact may suddenly move the guide bar upward and backward which may cause serious injury Part Number 890191 30131 Part Number X524 002000 REPLACEMENT BAR AND CHAIN GUIDE BAR CHAIN PART NO TYPE LINKS 16 16F0MD3366 OREGON 95VP 66 18 18F0MD3372 OREGON 95VP 72 20 20F0MD3378 OREGON 33SL 7...

Page 9: ...hain which has broken or derailed from the guide bar during cutting 11 Spiked bumper Device fitted in front of the guide bar mounting point acting as a pivot when in contact with a tree or log 12 Guide bar The part that supports and guides the saw chain 13 Saw chain Chain serving as a cutting tool 14 Bar tip guard Anti kickback device attached on the bar nose 15 Cylinder cover The cooling airflow ...

Page 10: ...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 you feel tingling numbness or pain in your fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION Wear...

Page 11: ...ents is a violation of the law DANGER Kickback safety precaution for chain saw users 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 as stipulated by insurance regulations in your area of operation You should inquire through local government office...

Page 12: ...hten nut F and bolt A using 11 mm 7 16 in wrenches 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 REMOVAL NOTE Move the chain brake lever Front hand guard fully rearward to remove or install the clutch cover to chain saw Align the brake connector of the c...

Page 13: ...w if brake band is not 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 nuts before turning the chain tension adjuster otherwise the clutch cover and tensioner will be damaged 1 Remove spark plug lead See page 25 2 Loosen two clutch cover nuts if nec...

Page 14: ... are covered for two years regardless of two stroke oil used per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation 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 manuals Use of unmixed improperly mixed or fuel older than 90 days stale fuel may cause har...

Page 15: ... 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 in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved f...

Page 16: ...o 10 in winter or when cutting resinous trees When refueling also refill chain oil OPERATION Chain brake Unlock chain brake Start Run Ignition switch Starter handle WARNING After choke control knob is pulled and then knob is returned to original position throttle remains a little open latch condition If engine is started in this latch condition chain starts to turn Do not start engine before chain...

Page 17: ...hrottle 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 the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks Move ignition switch to RUN p...

Page 18: ...N LUBRICATION TEST Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to half speed for 30 seconds A thin line of thrown oil should be seen on the dry surface CAUTION Do not operate with a loose chain CHECKING CHAIN TENSION Chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary Tension the chain as tight as possible but so it can still be pulled easily along t...

Page 19: ...g the saw 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 so you can operate the throttle trigger with your right index finger Before attempting to fell a tree cut some small logs or limbs Become thoroughly familiar with the controls and the respons...

Page 20: ...ite the notch and at a level about 5 cm 2 in 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 about 5 cm 2 in will act as a hinge when the tree falls guiding it in the desired direction When the tree starts to fall kill the engine place the saw on the ground and make your retreat quickly To fell big t...

Page 21: ... will weaken at the point where you make 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 saw and you stand a good chance of being struck by flying debris To cut the trunk use the bucking and two cut sequence shown The first cut should be no deeper than ...

Page 22: ...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 chain does not 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 p...

Page 23: ...op the end of the guide bar against the wooden surface 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 Rear handle should be gripped lightly with the right hand WINTER OPERATION Use the winter plug to prevent carburetor trouble in winter Remove air cl...

Page 24: ...k CAUTION Do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the ANSI B175 1 2000 kickback performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of chain saws below 3 8 c i d specified in ANSI B175 1 2000 NOTE LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN meets the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175 1 2000 safety requirements for gasoline powered chain saws Guide Bar Saw ch...

Page 25: ... offers REPOWER Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Just below each task heading are listed the various part numbers required for that task Ask your ECHO dealer for these parts MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Meintenance Procedure Letter Codes I INSPECT C CLEAN R REPLACE All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection Component system Ma...

Page 26: ...ntil 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 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 acceleration ...

Page 27: ...e standard gap Fastening torque 15 to 17 N m 130 to 145 in lb FUEL FILTER Check periodically Do not allow dust to enter fuel tank A clogged filter will cause difficulty in starting engine or abnormalities in engine performance Pull the fuel filter out through fuel inlet port with a piece of steel wire or the like When the filter is dirty replace it When the inside of the fuel tank is dirty rinsing...

Page 28: ...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 in reverse order NOTE Carbon deposits in muffler will cause drop in engine output Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically AUTOMATIC OILER The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is adjus...

Page 29: ... 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 bar Keep the lower edge of the drive link sharp where indicated SETTING SAW CHAIN For setting saw chain round file 33SL 4 0 mm dia 5 32 in or 95VP 4 8 mm dia 3 16 in and flat file are used To keep correct position and correct angle use ...

Page 30: ... wash away filings completely before using When chain has been filed on the bar supply sufficient 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 prematurely If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin for instance clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil Si...

Page 31: ... wire wire Spark gap incorrect Adjust 0 6 mm to 0 7 mm Spark at No spark at 0 024 to 0 028 in plug plug Covered with carbon Clean or replace Fouled with fuel Clean or replace Spark plug defective Replace plug Engine Internal engine problem Ask your ECHO dealer does not crank Engine Dies or Air filter dirty Clean or replace runs accelerates poorly Fuel filter dirty Clean or replace Fuel vent blocke...

Page 32: ...n Mass Power head dry kg 5 1 11 2 lb Without chain and guide bar Engine Type Air cooled two stroke single cylinder Displacement mL cm 50 1 3 057 cu in Carburetor Diaphragm type Magneto Flywheel magneto CDI system Spark plug NGK BPM8Y Starter Recoil starter Power transmission Automatic centrifugal clutch Fuel Mixture ratio 50 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend X ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 JASO M345 FC FD tw...