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Echo CS-303T Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1

    X7503206104 x750009894 04/12 warning users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im- properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Echo provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failu...

  • Page 2

    2 r ules for s afe o peration a. Kickback safety precaution for chain saw users b. Other safety precautions 1. Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any com- bination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is int...

  • Page 3

    3 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 ...

  • Page 4

    4 i nternational s ymbols c ontents page rules for safe operation ..................................................................................................2 technical data ..................................................................................................................5 emi...

  • Page 5

    5 model ............................................................................................. Cs-341 dimension l x w x h ..................................................................... 260 x 235 x 220 mm (10.2 x 9.2 x 8.7 inch) weight power head, dry ......................................

  • Page 6

    6 e mission d ata d escription the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restric- tions, guide bar and saw chain installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer o...

  • Page 7

    7 1. Hand guard (chain brake locking lever) 2. Throttle control lockout 3. Throttle control trigger 4. Sprocket guard 5. Chain catcher 6. Air cleaner cover 7. Purge bulb 8. Guide bar 9. Saw chain 10. Front handle 11. On / off switch 12. Fuel tank cap 13. Pull starter 14. Oil tank cap 15. Throttle co...

  • Page 8

    8 warning improper clutch cover assembly can re- sult in serious injury, and will cause se- vere saw damage if unit is started. Never start or operate saw 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 fu...

  • Page 9

    9 adjustment , chain tension important always loosen guide bar nuts before turning chain tension adjuster, otherwise clutch cover and tensioner will be damaged. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Loosen two guide bar nuts, if necessary. 3. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster screw (l) clockwise u...

  • Page 10

    10 handling fuel danger fuel is very 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 tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel ...

  • Page 11: Operation

    11 11 a b c o peration starting cold engine warning make sure bar and chain are not touching anything when starting the saw. 1. Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. Do not over fill. 3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do n...

  • Page 12

    12 when engine is hard to start warning clutch engages and chain may rotate when engine is started with throttle control latch engaged. Never use the throttle control latch for cutting. Use only when starting the engine. 1. Ensure that there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. 2. Move chain brake le...

  • Page 13

    13 running warning the saw chain should not move at idle, otherwise serious per- sonal injury may result. Note if saw chain moves adjust carburetor according to “carburetor adjustment” instructions in this manual, or see your dealer. • after engine starts, allow it to return to idle. • move chain br...

  • Page 14

    14 warning read the echo “chain saw safety manual” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instruc- tions. Failure to obey all instructions may result in serious or fatal injuries. In all circumstances the operation of the chain saw is a one-man job. It is difficult at times t...

  • Page 15

    15 warning a falling tree can seriously damage anything it may hit - a car, a house, a fence, a power line, or another tree. There are ways to make a tree fall where you want it, so first decide where that is! Before cutting, clear the area around the tree. You will need good footing while working a...

  • Page 16

    16 bucking uphill position finish cut first cut board or flat stones kickback • improper thrust cutting. • when the bar nose hits another tree, etc. Don’t cut with the saw overhead or the bar in a vertical po- sition. If the saw should kick back you may not have good enough control to prevent possib...

  • Page 17

    17 m aintenance and c are warning 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 com- plete stop before removing obstructions, clearing...

  • Page 18

    18 a b c d e f air filter 1. Close choke (a) (cold start position [ ). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover (b). Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Remove air filter (c) and light...

  • Page 19

    19 sprocket • a damaged sprocket (c) will cause premature damage or wear of saw chain. • clean sprocket, clutch and bar mount area before instal- lation of bar. • check sprocket when you install new chain. When outer diameter of sprocket is worn 0.5mm (.020”) or more, replace it. Important some tree...

  • Page 20

    20 muffler spark arrestor important carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. 1. Remove muffler cover. 2. Remove spark arrestor screen cover, gaskets, and screen from muffler body. 3. Clean carbon deposits from ...

  • Page 21

    21 exhaust port cleaning level 2. Parts required: as needed: muffler gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover screws and remove muffler cover. 3. Place piston at top dead center. 4. Remove muffler bolts (a), eyeplate (b), muffler (c), and muffler gasket (d). Check parts for wear or ...

  • Page 22

    22 carburetor adjustment engine break-in new engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor ad- justments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as req...

  • Page 23

    23 important chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use bar/chain combinations shown in table above. Important if your kick guard is damaged or lost, contact your echo dealer for a replacement. For the name of the echo dealer nearest you, call: 1-800-432-echo (3246) or on the web at www.E...

  • Page 24

    24 setting the saw chain for setting saw chains, round file (4 mm: 5/32”) and flat file are used. • to keep correct position and correct angle, use the file holder. - round file and flat file are available from your echo dealer. • file cutters as below. Type : 91vg hold file holder level depth gauge...

  • Page 25

    25 t roubleshooting poor performance of the engine and/or cutting mechanism can normally be prevented by carefully following these instructions. Poor performance can easily be corrected even by a beginner. When the engine does not function properly check the following three (3) points first. • is th...

  • Page 26: Storage After Use

    26 c orrect u se of c hain b rake 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 offices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the requi...

  • Page 27

    27 testing the brake • start the engine on a solid level surface and run at a fast idle until warm. • hold the saw firmly by the handles and accelerate the en- gine to a fast idle. • slowly operate the chain brake lever while holding the saw firmly on the ground. When the brake lever trips, the chai...

  • Page 28

    28 w arranty s tatements 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 from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use an...

  • Page 29

    29 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine p...

  • Page 30

    30 echo incorporated emission control warranty statement for echo and shindaiwa brands the environmental protection agency (epa) and the california air resources board (c.A.R.B.) and echo incorporated (echo inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equi...

  • Page 31

    31 notes.

  • Page 32

    Consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047-1564 www.Echo-usa.Com c07611001001/c07611999999 c08511001001/c08511999999 c23111001001/c23111999999 c04112001001/c04112999999 dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246...