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Operator's Manual

CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws

EARThqUAkE ChAINSAWS

1-year limited Warranty

terms and conditions

product Warranty:  1-year limited Warranty

Earthquake, a manufacturing company, warrants this earthQuake® chainsaW to be free from defects in the 

material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.  During the one-year warranty of this 

product, Earthquake will, at their discretion, furnish parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material 

or workmanship. Any unit used in a commercial application is covered for a period of 90 days after purchase.  This 

warranty applies to the original owner with a proof of purchase and is not transferable.  This guarantee is void 

unless the warranty card is properly filled out and received by Earthquake within 30 days of purchase or go to www.

GetEarthquake.com for online registration.

for replacement parts, phone 800-345-6007 or go online to www.getearthquake.com.

engine Warranty:  2-year limited Warranty
Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company warrants its Viper Engines under a two-year limited warranty to be free from defects 

in materials and workmanship for the service life of the product not to exceed twenty four consecutive months from the date 

of purchase for consumer applications. As a Viper small engine owner, you are responsible for executing proper maintenance 

listed in your Operating and Maintenance Instructions.  The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail 

consumer or commercial end user, and continues for the period of time stated above.

*These warranties apply only to products which have not been subjected to negligent use, misuse, alteration, ac-

cident, unauthorized parts, failure to use proper fuel and oil, or if repairs have been performed at non-authorized 

service centers. These warranties supersede all other warranties either expressed or implied and all other obligations 

or liabilities on our part. Earthquake does not assume, and does not authorize any other person to assume for us, 

any liability in connection with the sale of our products.   To be at “No Charge,” warranty work must be sent directly 

to Earthquake or one of our authorized service centers and performed by them.

 

To obtain warranty service and/

or replacement instructions, contact our customer service department at 800-345-6007 Monday through Friday 

from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  or visit www.getearthquake.com.  If you choose to ship your product to Earthquake for war-

ranty repair, you must first have prior approval from Earthquake by calling our customer service department at 800-

345-6007 for a return material authorization number (RMA#).  Under these circumstances, all items must be shipped 

prepaid.  Earthquake will at no charge, repair or replace, at their discretion, any defective part which falls under the 

conditions stated above. Earthquake retains the right to change models, specifications and price without notice.  

Summary of Contents for CS3814

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Chainsaw CS3814 CS3816 CS4116 838184 Rev 06 29 11 Get parts online at www GetEarthquake com Warning Before using our products please read this manual carefully to understand th...

Page 2: ...20 Parts Breakdown 21 Warranty 22 23 Federal Emission Information Earthquake warrants to the retail purchaser that this small off road engine was designed built and equipped to conform at the time of...

Page 3: ...ects or other reproductive harm OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the chainsaw is the owner s responsibility Read and follow all safety instructions Carefully foll...

Page 4: ...good artificial light Do not operate product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely...

Page 5: ...into contact with a log branch rock or other objects while cutting Such contact could result in a kickback Always make cuts at high engine speeds Do not over reach or cut above shoulder height Always...

Page 6: ...plitunexpectedlyduringthecut Also check for dead or rotten limbs prior to beginning the cut Dead limbs can vibrate loose fromthetree and fall strikingthe operator Caution Only trained and experienced...

Page 7: ...e People should always be many feet away from the operation of the engine and its attachments Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine Warning Engines give off carbon monoxi...

Page 8: ...le moving backwards look behind and down for small children Never allow children to operate the machine Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision Se...

Page 9: ...the equipment Follow the safety instructions necessary for safe effective operation of your chainsaw 1 Read operator s instruction book before op erating this machine 2 You must wear appropriate ear...

Page 10: ...ly Remove the clutch cover clean and reassemble and re test If no audible click is heard contact customer service for further assistance With the saw s engine shut off and the brake disengaged firmly...

Page 11: ...3816 CS4116 Chainsaws FEATURES 1 Front hand guard and brake 2 Starter handle 3 Air filter cover 4 Choke knob 5 Throttle trigger lock out 6 Rear handle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 7 Throttle trigg...

Page 12: ...kw h Idling speed 3000 rpm max rpm 150 Maximum speed with cutting attachment 11 000 r min Ignition system CDI with timing advance function Spark Plug Champion CJ7Y or equivalent Oil feeding system Mec...

Page 13: ...Make sure that the drive links of the chain are seated within the groove around the perimeter of the bar If the bar will not slide forward far enough use the screwdriver end of the Scwrench to turn th...

Page 14: ...UNCTION NEVER OPERATE A SAW WITHOUT A CHAIN CATCHER REPLACE IF MISSING OR BADLY DAMAGED Operation Filling Fuel Tank 1 Shut off engine and allow engine to completely cool before refilling the fuel tank...

Page 15: ...oke to the run position 2 Depress the primer purge bulb until it fills with fuel 3 Pull the choke all the way out to the CHOKE position NOTE This will close the choke and lock the throttle in the star...

Page 16: ...or individuals However items must be serviced by an authorized dealer to obtain no charge emissions control service The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your...

Page 17: ...retor must be made by an authorized service center An authorized service center is capable of troubleshooting carburetor problems adjusting carburetors to perform correctly and adjusting carburetors t...

Page 18: ...the saw chain Avoid cutting wood that has been drug on the ground Sand dirt and mud stuck to the log will dull the saw chain Avoid cutting wood that may contain metal such as nails staples or wire Avo...

Page 19: ...thoroughly and treat with a rust preventative before storing 5 Thoroughly clean the chain saw Remove sawdust and excess bar and chain oil from the clutch cover and the area surrounding the clutch Pay...

Page 20: ...any maintenance or repair Failure to comply with this safety requirement can result in serious personal injury to you or bystanders Problem Cause Remedy Starting failure Check fuel for water or substa...

Page 21: ...ottle Trigger Assembly 1 838124 Guide Bar Base Plate 1 838127 Stud M8 1 25 X 16mm X 42mm 2 838129 Oil Fuel Lines and Fittings Kit 1 838130 Oil Pump Cover 1 838131 Choke Pull 1 838132 Wiring Kit Comple...

Page 22: ...responsible for executing proper maintenance listed in your Operating and Maintenance Instructions The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end use...

Page 23: ...war ranty period stated above If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage that part will be repaired or replaced at no charge to theowner Anysuchpartrepairedorreplacedunderthewarran...

Page 24: ...enue PO Box 666 Cumberland WI 54829 800 345 6007 Fax 715 822 2223 E mail info ardisam com All weights specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice Due to contin...

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