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Echo CS-303T Instruction Manual

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Summary of CS-303T

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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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Table of contents cs-303t table of contents table of contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 2 packing list .............................

  • Page 3: Packing List

    Cs-303t packing list © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-303t 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-303t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-303t 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-303t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-303t 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-303t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety cs-303t 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-303t safety © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 11 symbols and signs symbol form/shape symbol description/application symbol form/shape symbol description/application warning!! Read and follow all safety precaution in the instruction manual. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious pers...

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    12 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) cs-303t 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 ...

  • Page 13: Description

    Cs-303t description © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Description cs-303t 1. Chain brake lever/front hand guard - guard between the front handle and the saw chain for protecting the hand from injuries and aiding in control of the chain saw if the hand slips off the handle. 2. Air cleaner cover - covers air cleaner. 3....

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    Cs-303t description © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Description cs-303t 5. Unlock the chain brake, and mount guide bar on studs (c) and slide toward sprocket (e) to make saw chain installation easier. Install chain with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 6. Install the sprocket guard over the guide bar stud...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Cs-303t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 17 note: all chains require frequent adjustments. Operation fuel alternative fuels, such as e-15 (15% ethanol), e-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting echo requirements are not approved for use in echo 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternati...

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    18 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-303t • do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • do not overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately. • securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling. • inspect for fuel leakage. If ...

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    Cs-303t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-303t 5. Turn switch (a) to “run” position (i). 6. Pull choke (b) all the way out (close choke) position. 7. Push purge bulb (c) 10 times. 8. Pull starter handle several times until first starting sound is heard. (secure unit on ground with your knee or...

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    Cs-303t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 21 starting warm engine make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw. 1. Ensure that there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. (if fuel tank was emptied during previous operation, refill tank and push purge bu...

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    22 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-303t stopping 1. Release throttle trigger and turn switch (a) to stop (o) position. 2. Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake note: if engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine. Return the unit to your aut...

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    Cs-303t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 23 • do not let the tip of the bar touch anything while the engine is running. At cutting speed the chain is moving at a high rate of speed. Should the tip contact a limb or log while the chain is moving, the tip will be pushed upward with considerab...

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    24 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-303t felling the tree 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 ...

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    Cs-303t operation © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 25 don’t cut with the saw overhead or aligned vertically with your body. If the saw should kickback, you may not have enough control to prevent possible injury. Bucking bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces. There are a fe...

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    26 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation cs-303t chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended for model cs-303t. 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-303t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-303t 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-303t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-303t 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-303t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 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 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-303t 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 muffler cover. 2. Remove spark arrestor screen cover, gaskets, and screen from muf...

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    Cs-303t maintenance © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 33 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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    34 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance cs-303t • 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 35: Troubleshooting

    Cs-303t troubleshooting © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 35 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 36: Storage

    36 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Storage cs-303t 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 37: Technical Data

    Cs-303t technical data © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 37 technical data * technical data subject to change without notice. Model cs-303t length 260 mm (10.2 in.) width 235 mm (9.3 in.) height 220 mm (8.7 in.) dry weight 3.5 kg (7.7 lb.) without chain and guide bar engine air-cooled two-stroke singl...

  • Page 38: Warranty Statements

    38 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements cs-303t 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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    Cs-303t warranty statements © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 39 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories ‡gd\uhvlghqwldoruqrqlqfrphsurgxflqjzduudqw\ ‡gd\frpphufldolqvwlwxwlrqdodjulfxowxudolqgxvwuldolqfrphsurgxflqjruuhqwdodssolfdwlrqzduudqw\ attention two-stroke engine power product owners...

  • Page 40: Notes

    40 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Notes cs-303t notes.

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    Cs-303t notes © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 41.

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    42 x7503207802 © 08/2013 echo inc. Notes cs-303t.

  • Page 43: Servicing Information

    Cs-303t servicing information © 08/2013 echo inc. X7503207802 43 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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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 44 c26111001001/c26111999999 c26012001001/c26012999999.