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Echo CS-370 Operator's Manual

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Summary of CS-370

  • Page 1

    Operator’s manual chain saw cs-370 x750-008 75 1 x750 325-020 1 echo power equipment (canada) 501 newbold street, london, ontario canada n6e 1k4 warning read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Printed in japan 0608b 08...

  • Page 2: Rules For Safe Operation

    2 cs-370 copyright © 2005 all rights reserved. 1. Fatigue causes carelessness. Be more cautious before rest periods and before the end of your shift. 2. Personal protective clothing required by your safety organizations, government regulations, or your employer should be used; otherwise, sung fittin...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 cs-370 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 prohibitions can resu...

  • Page 4: Decals

    4 cs-370 carburetor adjustment - idle speed carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture carefully read the operator’s manual wear eyes, ears and head protection carburetor adjustment - low speed mixture oil and gasoline mixture symbol form/shape symbol description/application symbol form/shape symbol...

  • Page 5: Packing List

    5 cs-370 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. Immediately notify your retailer or echo deal...

  • Page 6: Nomenclature of Parts

    6 cs-370 nomenclature of parts 25 21 16 17 18 20 19 15 5 4 8 6 10 11 12 13 14 3 2 1 x524-001460 x505-000450 x503-007160 9 22 23 24 x524-001720 attention pour un travail en sécurité, respectez toutes les règles de sécurité et les indications du manuel d’utilisation. (le manuel d’utilisation est dispo...

  • Page 7: Nomenclature of Parts

    7 cs-370 nomenclature of parts 1. Operator’s 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. Front hand guard - guard between the front ha...

  • Page 8: Vibration and Cold

    8 cs-370 vibration and cold • it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, 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 numbness in...

  • Page 9: Spark Arrestor Muffler

    9 cs-370 spark arrestor muffler • the spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise and prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Make sure the spark arrestor screen is in good repair and properly seated in the muffler. • certain internal combustion engines operated on ...

  • Page 10: Preparation For Use

    10 cs-370 preparation for use bolt (a) dimple (d) recess (e) front hole (c) rear hole (b) nut (f) guide bar kick guard ® brake connector clutch cover brake lever (front hand guard) two nuts warning saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may r...

  • Page 11: Adjusting Chain Tension

    11 cs-370 4. Mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier. Install chain with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 5. Unlock the chain brake, and install the clutch cover over the guide bar studs. Ensure chain tension adjuster pin fits into the guide ...

  • Page 12: Fuel and Lubricant

    12 cs-370 fuel and lubricant fuel statement gasoline - use 89 octane [(r+m)/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10 % ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15 % mtbe (methyl teriary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not approved....

  • Page 13: Chain Lubricant

    13 cs-370 oil tank cap fuel tank cap cap indication fuel/oil tanks are indicated by the following illustrations. Chain lubricant 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...

  • Page 14: When The Engine Is Warm

    14 cs-370 when the engine is warm • move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. • confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. • move ignition switch to “run” position. • securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle. • choke may be used if necessary...

  • Page 15: Running

    15 cs-370 running • when engine starts, keep idling for a few minutes. • set the brake lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut. • pull throttle trigger gradually and increase revolution of the engine. • the chain starts running when the engine reaches to 3,800 r/min approximately. • co...

  • Page 16: Cutting Instruction

    16 cs-370 cutting instruction kickback general caution • read the echo “chain saw safety manual” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. • wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises....

  • Page 17: Felling The Tree

    17 cs-370 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 around the tree. You will need good footing...

  • Page 18: Limbing

    18 cs-370 uphill position finish cut first cut 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 ver...

  • Page 19: Chain Brake Operation

    19 cs-370 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. Kickback kickback motion chain brake operation • set the lever in the unlocked position before starting t...

  • Page 20: Automatic Chain Brake

    20 cs-370 end of the guide bar may be placed at the height of about 35 cm. 35 cm 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 t...

  • Page 21: Guide Bar

    21 cs-370 chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended to the model cs-370. @ standard configuration guide bar saw chain length echo part no. Pitch type links mm (in.) double guard mm (in.) (oregon) 356 (14) 14a0cd3752 9.53 (3/8) 91p, 91vg 52 @ 406 (16) 16a0cd3757 9.53 ...

  • Page 22: Maintenance and Care

    22 cs-370 maintenance and care important time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. Your echo chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your chain saw achiev...

  • Page 23: Carburetor Adjustment

    23 cs-370 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 settings outside acceptable limits. 1. Before ...

  • Page 24: Air Filter

    24 cs-370 oil filter fuel filter oil tank cap fuel tank cap 0.6 to 0.7 mm air filter • check before every use. • loosen cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover and filter. • brush off dust lightly, or clean with compressed air, or replace the air filter. • reinstall air filter and cover. Che...

  • Page 25: Guide Bar

    25 cs-370 guide bar • clean before using. - clean the groove of the guide bar with a small screwdriver. - clean oil holes with a wire. • check sprocket and the clutch and clean the bar mount area before installation of the bar. Replace either or both if worn. Sprocket • a damaged sprocket will cause...

  • Page 26: Setting The  Saw  Chain

    26 cs-370 setting the saw chain sharpen lower edge drive link tie strap right hand cutter preset tie strap left hand cutter guard link top plate side plate depth guage important points for proper maintenance of saw chain: • keep the cutters sharp at all times. • keep the left and the right cutters p...

  • Page 27

    27 cs-370 note these angles are referred to as oregon 91p or 91vg. To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer’s instruction. • 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. - ...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    28 cs-370 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. Problem engine — hard to start cause remedy — does not start engine ...

  • Page 29: Storage After Use

    29 cs-370 cs-370 dimension l × w × h mm 393 × 245 × 277 mass power head, dry kg 4.5 without chain and guide bar engine type air-cooled two-stroke single cylinder displacement ml (cm³) 36.3 carburetor diaphragm type magneto flywheel magneto: cdi system spark plug ngk bpmr8y starter recoil starter pow...

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