Echo CS-450P Instruction Manual

Summary of CS-450P

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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 x75031...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Table of contents cs-450p table of contents table of contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 2 packing list ..............................

  • Page 3: Packing List

    Cs-450p packing list © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 3 packing list 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 d...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-450p 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 c...

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    Cs-450p safety © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 engi...

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    6 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-450p 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 approxi...

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    Cs-450p safety © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 tha...

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    8 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-450p check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer ...

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    Cs-450p safety © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 9 • do not wear shorts. • do not wear ties, scarves, jewelry, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. • keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in. Wear sturdy work ...

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    10 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Safety cs-450p repetitive stress injuries (rsi) it is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may...

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    Cs-450p safety © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 11 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 explanation of those symbols and ke...

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    12 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) cs-450p circle and slash symbol this symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) epa 2010 and later and/or ...

  • Page 13: Description

    Cs-450p description © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Description cs-450p 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-450p description © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 15 preparation for use saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Using improper replacement components or removing safety devices may result in serious or fatal injury. Note: the mac...

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    16 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Description cs-450p 7. Mount guide bar on studs (g) and slide toward sprocket (k) 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. 8. Install the sprocket guard over the...

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    Cs-450p description © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 17 4. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster screw (a) clockwise until chain contacts underside of the bar. 5. Tighten nuts with the bar nose held up. 6. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. Tigh...

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    18 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-450p 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-450p operation © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-450p 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-450p operation © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 21 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over fill. 3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill. 4. Move ignition switch (a) to “run” position. 5. Push purge pump (b) 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in purge pump. 6. Pu...

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    22 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-450p starting warm engine make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw. 1. Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting. 2. Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. 3. Move ig...

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    Cs-450p operation © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 23 7. Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released. Stopping 1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle. 2. Move ignition switch (a) down to “stop” position. Note: if engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out...

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    24 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-450p • 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 considerabl...

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    Cs-450p operation © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 25 begin the cut on the side to which the tree is to fall. Cut a notch about 1/3 of the way into the tree. The position of this notch is important since the tree will try to fall “into” the notch. The felling cut is made on the side opposite the notch...

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    26 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Operation cs-450p bucking bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces. There are a few basic rules which apply to all bucking operations. • keep both hands on the handles at all times. • support logs if possible. • when cutting on a slope or hi...

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    Cs-450p operation © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 27 chain and guide bar combination the following combinations are recommended for model cs-450p. 20lpx chain is a high-performance chain intended for professional or experienced chain saw operators, and increases risk of kickback. Use of replacement s...

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    28 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-450p 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-450p maintenance © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 prevent se...

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    30 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-450p 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-450p maintenance © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 31 automatic oiler • the discharge volume of the automatic oiler is adjusted to approximately 4 ml/min at 7000 r/min, prior to shipment from factory. • always check oil discharge when in use. • turn adjusting screw (a) counterclockwise to increase o...

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    32 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-450p some tree sap and resins are corrosive. Thoroughly wash the guide bar and sprocket areas after each use, then coat metal parts with light oil. Cooling system cleaning • check periodically. • clogged fins will result in poor engine cooling. 1. Rem...

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    Cs-450p maintenance © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 33 exhaust port cleaning level 2. 1. Remove air cleaner cover and remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove guide bar and saw chain. See "guide bar and saw chain installation/removal." 3. Remove muffler support bracket (a). 4. Place piston at top dead cente...

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    34 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Maintenance cs-450p 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-450p maintenance © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 35 • 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 r...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    36 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting cs-450p 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-450p storage © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Technical data cs-450p technical data * technical data subject to change without notice. Model cs-450p length 400 mm (15.7 in.) width 252 mm (9.9 in.) height 278 mm (10.9 in.) dry weight 5.1 kg (11.2 lb.) without chain and guide bar engine air-cooled two-stroke sing...

  • Page 39: Warranty Statements

    Cs-450p warranty statements © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements cs-450p 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-450p product registration © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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 misu...

  • Page 42: Notes

    42 x7503197606 © 5/2015 echo inc. Notes cs-450p notes.

  • Page 43: Servicing Information

    Cs-450p servicing information © 5/2015 echo inc. X7503197606 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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