1. DL manuals
  2. Echo
  3. Chainsaw
  4. CS-400
  5. Instruction Manual

Echo CS-400 Instruction Manual

Summary of CS-400

  • Page 1

    Instruction manual chain saw cs-370 warning read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury..

  • Page 2

    Copyright © 2005 all rights reserved. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Warning.

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    1 cs-370 rules for safe operation a. Kickback safety precautions for chain saw users 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...

  • Page 4: B. Other Safety Precautions

    2 cs-370 1.Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two- handed use. 2.Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. 3.Use safety footwear, ...

  • Page 5: Contents

    3 cs-370 contents rules for safe operation ............................................................................. 1 nomenclature of parts ................................................................................. 4 operator safety ..........................................................

  • Page 6: Nomenclature of Parts

    4 cs-370 nomenclature of parts * if a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. Part number x524-001640 replacement bar and chain guide bar* chain* part no. Type links 14” 14a0cd3752 oregon 91p / 91vg 52 16” 16a0cd3757 oregon 91p / 91vg 57 18” 18a0cd3762 oregon 91p / 91vg...

  • Page 7: Nomenclature of Parts

    5 cs-370 nomenclature 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. Front hand guard - guard between the front h...

  • Page 8: Vibration and Cold

    6 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

    7 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

    8 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 re...

  • Page 11: Adjusting Chain Tension

    9 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 foward. 5. Unlock the chain brake, and install the clutch cover over the guide bar studs. Ensure chain tension adjuster pin fits into the guide ba...

  • Page 12: Fuel and Lubricant

    10 cs-370 fuel and lubricant fuel mix chart 50 : 1 (us) (metric) gas oil gas oil gal. Us. Fl. Oz. L ml 1 2.6 4 80 2 5.2 8 160 5 12.8 20 400 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 (grai...

  • Page 13: Chain Lubricant

    11 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

    12 cs-370 throttle trigger lockout starter handle push throttle latch throttle trigger chain brake start/run ignition switch unlock chain brake unlock chain brake open choke choke control knob when the engine is warm • move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. • confi...

  • Page 15: Running

    13 cs-370 stop ignition switch throttle trigger 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 reac...

  • Page 16: Cutting Instruction

    14 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

    15 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

    16 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

    17 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

    18 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: Maintenance and Care

    19 cs-370 maintenance and care 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 acceptab...

  • Page 22: Air Filter

    20 cs-370 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) 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. Check fuel system • check before every use. • a...

  • Page 23: Fuel Filter

    21 cs-370 worn : 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) groove oil hole oil filter fuel filter oil tank cap fuel tank cap fuel filter • check periodically. • do not allow dust to enter fuel tank. • a clogged filter will cause difficulty in starting engine or abnormalities in engine performance. • pull the fuel filter o...

  • Page 24: Setting The  Saw  Chain

    22 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 25

    23 cs-370 note these angles are referred to as oregon 91p and 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 26: Saw Chain

    24 cs-370 saw chain caution do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the ansi b 175.1 - 2000 kickback performance requirements. Chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended for model cs-370. Guide bar replacement guide bars. The followin...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    25 cs-370 component/system maintenance procedure recommended echo dealer maintenance procedures cylinder exhaust port inspect/clean/decarbon 3 i/c do-it-yourself maintenance procedures air filter inspect/clean/replace 1 i/c r* automatic oiler inspect/adjust 1 i oil filter inspect/replace 1 i/r* fuel...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    26 cs-370 troubleshooting problem engine — hard to start cause remedy — does not start engine fuel at no fuel • fuel filter clogged • clean or replace cranks carburetor at carburetor • fuel line clogged • clean • carburetor • ask your echo dealer fuel at no fuel at • carburetor • ask your echo deale...

  • Page 29: Storage After Use

    27 cs-370 cs-370 dimension l × w × h mm 393 × 245 × 277 (15.5 in. × 9.6 in. × 10.9 in.) mass power head, dry kg 4.5 (10.0 lb.) without chain and guide bar engine type air-cooled two-stroke single cylinder displacement ml (cm³) 36.3 (2.213 c.U in.) carburetor diaphragm type magneto flywheel magneto: ...

  • Page 30: Memorandum

    28 cs-370 memorandum.

  • Page 31: Memorandum

    29 cs-370 memorandum.

  • Page 32: Echo, Incorporated

    Usa x750-008 59 0 x750 325-010 0 echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road, lake zurich, illinois 60047-1564 phone : 847-540-8400 printed in japan 0605mmb 0529 es.