Echo CS-370F Instruction Manual

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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 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Table of contents cs-370f table of contents table of contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 2 contents ..................................

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    Cs-370f contents © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 3 contents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-370f safety rules for safe operation 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 shoul...

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    Cs-370f safety © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 5 b. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause serious injury. C. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw. D. Use a firm grip, thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. E. Don’t overreach. F. Avoi...

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    6 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-370f if the chain does not stop immediately, return the saw to your authorized dealer for repair. Note: • for practice, while cutting a small tree, push the lever forward to lock the brake. • confirm that the brake works properly before each use. • if the c...

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    Cs-370f safety © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 7 chain saws shall be used in accordance with the operating instructions and safety precautions listed in the operator's manual(s). It shall be the responsibility of the owner to see that such instructions and precautions are given to every operator who ...

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    8 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-370f physical condition your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick. • if you are taking medication. • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye protection • eye p...

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    Cs-370f safety © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 9 the 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 pacemaker ma...

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    10 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-370f • reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement. • do exercise to strengthen the hand and arm muscles. • immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, han...

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    Cs-370f safety © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 person...

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    12 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) cs-370f 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 e...

  • Page 13: Description

    Cs-370f description © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 instru...

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    14 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Description cs-370f 1. Chain brake lever/front hand guard - locks and unlocks the chain brake to stop or allow saw chain rotation. Guard between the front handle and the saw chain helps protect the hand from injuries if the hand slips off the handle. 2. Spark arrest...

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    Cs-370f description © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Description cs-370f 5. Mount guide bar on studs (e) and slide toward sprocket (f) to make saw chain installation easier. Install saw chain around sprocket and guide bar as shown, with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 6. Install the sprocket guard (c) over...

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    Cs-370f description © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 17 3. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster toward ( + ) until chain contacts underside of the bar. 4. Tighten knob with the bar nose held up. 5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. 6. When cha...

  • Page 18: Operation

    18 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-370f 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 alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of...

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    Cs-370f operation © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 19 • move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. Mixing instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close con...

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    20 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-370f 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 removing obstru...

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    Cs-370f operation © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 21 6. Pull choke control knob all the way out (closed [ ] choke position). 7. Securely hold the chain saw and pull starter handle several times until first starting sound. 8. Push choke control knob all the way in. 9. Pull starter handle to start the ...

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    22 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-370f • after starting the engine, immediately squeeze and then release throttle trigger to release throttle lock button, otherwise severe brake damage may occur. • never use throttle lock button for cutting. • use the throttle lock button only in starti...

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    Cs-370f operation © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 23 note: if saw chain moves adjust carburetor according to “carburetor adjustment” instructions in this manual, or see your dealer. 1. After engine starts, allow it to return to idle and warm up before using. 2. Move chain brake lever fully rearward t...

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    24 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-370f cutting instructions general • this chain saw is designed for cutting wood. Do not cut metal, plastic or any non-wood material. • read the “chain saw safety manual” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. • wear...

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    Cs-370f operation © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 25 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 a...

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    26 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-370f 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 few...

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    Cs-370f operation © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 27 chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended for model cs-370f. 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 resultin...

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    28 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-370f 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 r...

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    Cs-370f maintenance © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 29 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 preven...

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    30 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-370f air filter 1. Check before every use. 2. Close choke ( ). 3. Remove air cleaner cover (a) and air filter (b). 4. Lightly brush dust off air filter, or clean with compressed air, or replace the air filter. 5. Install air filter and cover. Spark pl...

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    Cs-370f maintenance © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 31 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 servicing...

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    32 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-370f 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 are...

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    Cs-370f maintenance © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 33 spark arrestor screen carbon deposits in muffler will cause 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 spark arrestor cover (c) and ...

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    34 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-370f 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 performa...

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    Cs-370f maintenance © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 35 • 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. • one fifth of the file diameter remains above cutter edge. • be sure to ...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    36 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting cs-370f 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 troubleshooti...

  • Page 37: Storage

    Cs-370f storage © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Technical data cs-370f technical data this spark ignition system complies with the canadian standard ices-002. * technical data subject to change without notice. Model cs-370f length 393 mm (15.5 in.) width with aluminum handle, 245 mm (9.6 in.) width with plastic h...

  • Page 39: Warranty Statements

    Cs-370f warranty statements © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 from...

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    40 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements cs-370f echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo lim...

  • Page 41: Product Registration

    Cs-370f product registration © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 41 product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy ! Note: your information will never be sold or mis...

  • Page 42: Notes

    42 x7503253203 © 6/2015 echo inc. Notes cs-370f notes.

  • Page 43: Servicing Information

    Cs-370f servicing information © 6/2015 echo inc. X7503253203 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 and...

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