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Echo CS-310 Instruction Manual

Summary of CS-310

  • Page 1

    X7503270006 05/13 chain saw instruction manual model : cs-310 warning users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Echo provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for p...

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 cs-310 contents contents .............................................................................................................. 2 packing list ......................................................................................................... 3 rules for safe operation .................

  • Page 3: Packing List

    3 cs-310 packing list the echo product you purchased has been fac- tory 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. Im- mediately notify your retailer or echo ...

  • Page 4: Rules For Safe Operation

    4 cs-310 1. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to accidents. 2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the engine is running...

  • Page 5: Correct Use of Chain Brake

    5 cs-310 chain brake function when the lever is pushed forward, chain brake instantly stops the chain. Chain brake unlock when the lever is fully pulled, toward the operator, brake is unlocked. Chain brake operation • set the lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut. • if the brake is t...

  • Page 6

    6 cs-310 end of the guide bar may be placed at the height of about 35 cm (14 in.). 35 cm (14 in.) automatic chain brake kickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip the automatic chain brake. To make sure that the auto- matic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps: 1. Stop th...

  • Page 7

    7 cs-310 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 when the tension in t...

  • Page 8: Operator Safety

    8 cs-310 vibration and cold • it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phe- nomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individu- als, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning followed by loss of color and numbnes...

  • Page 9: Symbols and Signs

    9 cs-310 symbols and signs warning the safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “warning” calls attention to an act or condition which can lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. Circle and slash symbol this symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these pro...

  • Page 10

    10 cs-310 decals locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal can- not be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. Warning!! Read and follow all safety precaution in the instruction manu...

  • Page 11: Description of Parts

    11 cs-310 description of parts 2 1 6 5 9 8 11 12 13 4 10 7 3 14 22 21 19 18 17 16 15 23 20

  • Page 12: Description of Parts

    12 cs-310 description of parts 1. Instruction manual - included with unit. Read before operation and keep for future reference to learn proper, safe operating techniques. 2. Safety manual - describe operating and safety instructions for this chain saw. 3. Chain brake lever/front hand guard -locks an...

  • Page 13: Preparation For Use

    13 cs-310 preparation for use (a) (d) (e) (c) (b) (f) warning 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, and saw chain...

  • Page 14

    14 cs-310 5. Mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier. In- stall chain with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 6. Install the clutch cover over the guide bar studs. Ensure chain tension adjuster pin fits into the guide bar adjuster hole. Tighten...

  • Page 15

    15 cs-310 handling fuel warning 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 loos...

  • Page 16

    16 cs-310 important stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Important stored two-stroke fuel may separate. Always shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. Mixing instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel...

  • Page 17: Operation

    17 cs-310 operation 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 debri...

  • Page 18

    18 cs-310 chain brake starter handle • securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle several times until first firing sound. • push choke control knob all the way in. • pull starter handle to start the engine. Caution • after starting the engine, immediately squeeze and then release t...

  • Page 19

    19 cs-310 running warning the saw chain should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note if saw chain moves adjust carburetor according to “carbu- retor adjustment” instructions in this manual, or see your dealer. • when engine starts, immediately squeeze and release throt...

  • Page 20: Cutting Instructions

    20 cs-310 cutting instructions note some material may adversely affect the housings of your echo chain saw. (example: palm tree acid, fertilizer, etc.) to avoid hous- ing deterioration, carefully remove all packed saw dust around clutch and guide bar area and wash with water. Coat metal parts with l...

  • Page 21

    21 cs-310 felling the tree 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...

  • Page 22

    22 cs-310 limbing limbing a fallen tree is much the same as bucking. Never stand on the tree that you are limbing. When limbing, caution is the word. Be careful of the tip touching other limbs. Always use both hands. Don’t cut with the saw overhead or aligned vertically with your body. If the saw sh...

  • Page 23

    23 cs-310 warning 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 resulting in serious injury. Only use saw chain designated as, “low-kickback,” that meets the ansi b175.1 standard when tested on the re...

  • Page 24: Maintenance and Care

    24 cs-310 maintenance and care your echo chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an echo service de...

  • Page 25

    25 cs-310 1. Before adjusting carburetor clean or replace air filter and muffler “spark arrestor screen”. 2. Make sure the bar and chain are properly adjusted. 3. Start engine and run several minutes to bring to oper- ating temperature. Flash choke twice during warm-up to clear any air from the fuel...

  • Page 26

    26 cs-310 fuel filter fuel tank cap 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) air filter • check before every use. • close choke ( ). • release the cylinder cover latches, and remove the cylinder cover and air filter. • brush off dust lightly, or clean with compressed air, or replace the air filter. • reinstall air filte...

  • Page 27

    27 cs-310 guide bar • clean before using. • clean the groove of the guide bar with a small screw- driver. • clean oil holes with a wire. • reverse guide bar periodically. • check sprocket and the clutch and clean the bar mount area before installation of the bar. Replace either or both if worn. Spro...

  • Page 28

    28 cs-310 exhaust port cleaning level 2 parts required: as needed: muffler gasket 1. Remove air filter cover and remove spark plug lead. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and muffler gasket (b ). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylin- der exhaust po...

  • Page 29: Setting The Saw Chain

    29 cs-310 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 performance, increased vibration of chains and prema...

  • Page 30

    30 cs-310 • place the depth gauge tool firmly on guide bar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of depth gauge with the flat file until flat with top of the depth gauge tool. • be sure to round off the front edge of the depth gauge. Properly filed cutters are shown in illustration. When sett...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    31 cs-310 troubleshooting warning 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. T r a h c g n i t o o h s e l b u o r t m e l b o r p e n i g n e m ...

  • Page 32: Storage After Use

    32 cs-310 winter operation use the winter plug to prevent carburetor trouble in winter. • release the cylinder cover latches and remove cylin- der cover. Remove plug from warm weather position, and install into cold weather “storage” position. Note for operation at normal temperature return the plug...

  • Page 33: Technical Data

    33 cs-310 * technical data subject to change without notice. Technical data model cs-310 dimension l × w × h mm 396 × 232 × 268 (15.6 in. × 9.1 in. × 10.6 in.) mass power head, dry kg 4.0 (8.8 lb.) without chain and guide bar engine type air-cooled two-stroke single cylinder displacement ml (cm ) 30...

  • Page 34

    34 cs-310 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 and maintenance f...

  • Page 35

    35 cs-310 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 e...

  • Page 36

    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 additional or replacement manuals safety manuals in english/spanish or english/french are available, free of charge, from your echo dealer or at w...