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inSTruCTiOn manuaL

CHain Saw

CS-361P

   WARNING

Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe 
operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

X750-025 96 0
X750 332-150 0

echo, incorporated

400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564
Phone : 847-540-8400

1506G 0229 ES

Printed in Japan

Summary of Contents for CS-361P

Page 1: ...nstructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury X750 025 96 0 X750 332 150 0 echo incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich Illinois 60047...

Page 2: ...Copyright 2015 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...

Page 4: ...or not completely and securely assembled Be sure that 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...

Page 5: ...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 EMISSION DATA 14 OPERATION 15 CUTTING INSTRUCTION...

Page 6: ...12 12A0ES3745 91PXL45CQ 14 14A0ES3752 91PXL52CQ 16 16A0ES3757 91PXL57CQ Note There may be other replacement components for achieving kickback protection For details please refer to the chain and bar c...

Page 7: ...r and saw 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 l...

Page 8: ...ury and cause severe damage to saw El freno de la cadena debe ser desbloqueado antes de remover o de instalar la cubierta del embrague La instalaci n incorrecta de la cubierta puede dar lugar a lesi n...

Page 9: ...ce the risk of the operator s right hand from being hit by a chain which has broken or derailed from the guide bar during cutting 11 Guide bar The part that supports and guides the saw chain 12 Saw ch...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...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 l...

Page 12: ...rear hole of Kick Guard and through large front hole in guide bar 2 IMPORTANT Dimple in Kick Guard A must engage recess in guide bar B 3 Tighten nut C and bolt by hand until snug Make certain Kick Gu...

Page 13: ...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...

Page 14: ...instructions in the Storage section of this manual Fuel Mix Chart 50 1 U S Metric Gasoline Oil Gasoline Oil Gallons US fl oz L mL 1 2 6 4 80 2 5 2 8 160 5 12 8 20 400 FUEL AND LUBRICANT FUEL STATEMENT...

Page 15: ...flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container Do not smoke near fuel Do not allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tan...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...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 operator immediate...

Page 18: ...ze and release 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...

Page 19: ...ition switch down to Stop 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 ignition switch be...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...te 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 c...

Page 22: ...ake 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 s...

Page 23: ...he 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 E...

Page 24: ...d the saw with the guide bar approximately 35 cm 14 in 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...

Page 25: ...N Low kickback CAUTION Do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the ANSI B175 1 kickback performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of chain saw...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...ess 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 accelerat...

Page 28: ...n Correct the spark gap if it is wider or narrower than the 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 fi...

Page 29: ...een 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 Assemble componen...

Page 30: ...te 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 the groove of...

Page 31: ...ient 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 prema...

Page 32: ...xture 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 proble...

Page 33: ...spark plug hole pull starter and crank the engine until piston reaches TOP DEAD CENTER Store in a dry area free from dust WARNING Do not store in an enclosure where fuel fumes may accumlate or reach...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...ct 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 operator s man...

Page 37: ...T and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies...

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