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Echo CHAIN SAW CS-330T Instruction Manual

Summary of CHAIN SAW CS-330T

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    Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Instruction manual x75032...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Table of contents cs-330t table of contents table of contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 2 packing list .............................

  • Page 3: Packing List

    Cs-330t packing list © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 3 packing list the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, guide bar and saw chain installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage....

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-330t safety rules for safe operation kickback safety precautions 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. Tip contact in some cases may ...

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    Cs-330t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 5 correct use of chain brake chain brake operation • set the lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut. • if the brake is tripped by kickback reaction, the chain will stop immediately. Release the throttle to avoid possible damage to the eng...

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    6 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-330t automatic chain brake kickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip the automatic chain brake. To make sure that the automatic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Hold the saw with the guide bar approx...

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    Cs-330t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 7 14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. 15. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas. 16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have been specifically trained to do so. 17. All chain saw service, other th...

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    8 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-330t personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical co...

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    Cs-330t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 9 the ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pac...

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    10 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-330t all over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result. ...

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    Cs-330t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 11 symbols and signs manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of t...

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    12 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) cs-330t the safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “danger” calls attention to an act or condition which will lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “war...

  • Page 13: Description

    Cs-330t description © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 13 description locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) 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. See parts ordering instr...

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    14 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Description cs-330t 1. Rear handle (for the right hand) - support handle located on the top of the engine housing. 2. Saw chain - chain, serving as a cutting tool. 3. Guide bar - the part that supports and guides the saw chain. 4. Chain tension adjuster - device to...

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    Cs-330t description © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 15 preparation for use saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: the machine may be delivered with guide bar, tip guard, and saw chain separated. Install guide bar, tip guard,...

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    16 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Description cs-330t 5. Mount guide bar (l) on studs, and slide toward sprocket to make saw chain installation easier. Install saw chain (m) around sprocket and guide bar as shown, with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 6. Install sprocket guard over guide...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Cs-330t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 17 5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. Tighten guide bar nuts to 4.5 – 7.5 n•m (40 – 65 in•lbf) do not over-tighten nuts. Damage to saw may result. 6. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. No...

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    18 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-330t • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • never refuel a unit when the engine is hot or running! • do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • d...

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    Cs-330t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 19 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 and chain oil of high quality for this purpose. • do not use used or reclaimed oil to...

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    20 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-330t 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over fill. 3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill. 4. Move control lever (choke/ignition switch) (a) forward to (close choke ) position. 5. Lay unit on a flat, clear area and kee...

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    Cs-330t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 21 starting warm engine make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw. 1. Move chain brake lever (b) fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. 2. Move control lever (choke/ignition switch) (a) forward ...

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    22 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-330t checking chain tension chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary. Do not operate with a loose chain. Chain lubrication test hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to half speed for 30 ...

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    Cs-330t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 23 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...

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    24 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-330t begin the cut on the side to which the tree is to fall. Cut a notch about 1/3 of the way into the tree. The position of this notch is important since the tree will try to fall “into” the notch. The felling cut is made on the side opposite the notc...

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    Cs-330t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 25 bucking bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces. There are a few basic rules which apply to all bucking operations. • keep both hands on the handles at all times. • support logs if possible. • when cutting on a slope or h...

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    26 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-330t chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended for model cs-330t. Use of replacement saw chain and/or guide bar other than that specified, or operation without the “tip guard” in place, may cause severe kickback resulti...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Cs-330t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 27 maintenance moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before ...

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    28 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-330t carburetor adjustment every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with “h” (high speed) and “l” (low speed) needle adjustment limiters that prevent s...

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    Cs-330t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 29 air filter 1. Check periodically. 2. Close choke (cold start position ). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 3. Remove air cleaner cover. Brush dirt...

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    30 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-330t note: federal epa regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the united states to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servicin...

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    Cs-330t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 31 sprocket • a damaged sprocket will cause premature damage or wear of saw chain. • when the sprocket has worn out 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) or more, replace it. • check sprocket when you install new chain. Replace it if worn. Some tree sap and resins ar...

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    32 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-330t spark arrestor screen carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. 1. Remove air cleaner cover and remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove sprocket guard. 3. Remove ...

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    Cs-330t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 33 6. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particl...

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    34 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-330t setting the saw chain important points for proper maintenance of saw chain: • keep the cutters sharp at all times. • keep the left and the right cutters properly aligned. • note that blunt or irregular cutters will result in poor cutting perform...

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    Cs-330t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 35 • place the depth gauge tool firmly on guidebar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of depth gauge with the flat file until flat with top of the depth gauge tool. • one fifth of the file diameter remains above cutter edge. • be sure to ...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    36 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Troubleshooting cs-330t troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshoot...

  • Page 37: Storage

    Cs-330t storage © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 37 storage storage after use • inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw. • completely clean every part and repair if necessary. • apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent rust. • remove chain and guide bar. • drain fuel tank completely...

  • Page 38: Technical Data

    38 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Technical data cs-330t technical data * technical data subject to change without notice. Model cs-330t length 277 mm (10.9 in.) width 247 mm (9.7 in.) height 214 mm (8.4 in.) dry weight 3.6 kg (7.9 lb.) without chain and guide bar engine air-cooled two-stroke singl...

  • Page 39: Warranty Statements

    Cs-330t warranty statements © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 39 warranty statements echo limited warranty statement for product sold in usa and canada beginning 01/01/2010 echo's responsibility echo incorporated’s limited warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this echo product is free fro...

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    40 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements cs-330t purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories &gj* * &^j* attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to p...

  • Page 41: Notes

    Cs-330t notes © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 41 notes.

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    42 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Notes cs-330t.

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    Cs-330t notes © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 43.

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    44 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Notes cs-330t.

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    Cs-330t notes © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 45.

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    46 x7503245101 © 08/2013 echo inc. Notes cs-330t.

  • Page 47: Servicing Information

    Cs-330t servicing information © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503245101 47 servicing information parts/serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number an...

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