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Echo CS-355T-14 Operator'S Manual Download Page 17

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CS-355T

WARNING

• After choke control lever is moved to “Cold

Start” position and then returned to “Warm
Start” position, throttle remains a little open
(latch condition).

• If engine is started in this latch condition,

chain starts to turn.
Do not start engine before chain brake is
activated.

CAUTION

• After starting the engine, immediately

squeeze and release throttle trigger for
disengaging throttle latch and returning
engine to idle, and pull front hand guard
towards the operator immediately.
(Chain brake unlocked position)

• Never use throttle latch for cutting.
• Use the chain brake only in starting or in

emergencies.

OPERATION

Cold Start

Control lever

Chain brake

Starter handle

Unlock chain brake

Purge pump

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Summary of Contents for CS-355T-14

Page 1: ...vice by a trained operator Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury X750 332 350 3 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lak...

Page 2: ...Copyright 2017 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: ...the saw chain 7 Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent WARNING KICKBACK may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the woo...

Page 4: ...d or not completely and securely assembled Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released 11 Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down 12 Use extreme...

Page 5: ...OPERATION 1 SYMBOLS AND SIGNS 3 PACKING LIST 5 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 6 OPERATOR SAFETY 8 CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE 9 PREPARATION FOR USE 10 FUEL AND LUBRICANT 12 EMISSION DATA 14 OPERATION 15 CUTTING...

Page 6: ...d follow all safety precaution in the Operator s Manual Failure to follow instructions could result in serious personal injury Choke control Cold Start position choke closed Wear eyes ears and head pr...

Page 7: ...assembly may be necessary After opening the carton check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the packing list to check for missing parts 13 x 19...

Page 8: ...TURE OF PARTS If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer 19 14 15 17 16 5 4 8 7 10 11 12 3 2 1 X505 009430 9 21 6 22 20 X505 002310 23 18 13 Part Number X505 002310 Part...

Page 9: ...part that supports and guides the saw chain 11 Saw chain Chain serving as a cutting tool 12 Bar tip guard Anti kickback device attached on the bar nose NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 13 Fuel tank cap For closi...

Page 10: ...r twisted position Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles Se...

Page 11: ...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 The installation of a chain brake may be mandatory by l...

Page 12: ...nut C and bolt by hand until snug Make certain Kick GuardTM is flush against guide bar 4 Tighten nut additional 1 2 turn 5 Check to make certain Kick GuardTM is tight on guide bar GUIDE BAR AND SAW C...

Page 13: ...clutch drum Always check chain brake operation after replacing cover Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION IMPORTANT Always loosen clutch cover nuts before...

Page 14: ...tions in the Storage section of this manual Fuel Mix Chart 50 1 U S Metric Gasoline Oil Gasoline Oil Gallons US fl oz L mL 1 2 6 5 100 2 5 2 10 200 5 13 25 500 FUEL AND LUBRICANT FUEL STATEMENT Gasoli...

Page 15: ...fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored two stroke fuel may separate Always shake fuel container thoroughly before each use After Use Do not...

Page 16: ...on label varies by engine family PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD The 300 hours emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine em...

Page 17: ...e before chain brake is activated CAUTION After starting the engine immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger for disengaging throttle latch and returning engine to idle and pull front hand gua...

Page 18: ...on as soon as engine starts to fire when first firing sound is heard Pull starter handle to start the engine When engine starts immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger for disengaging throttl...

Page 19: ...Move the control lever to STOP position NOTICE If engine does not stop move the control lever to Cold Start position to stop engine Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair...

Page 20: ...your best aid will be your own good common sense The accepted way to hold the saw is to stand to the left of the saw with your left hand on the front handlebar and your right hand on the rear handle s...

Page 21: ...p 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 felli...

Page 22: ...ake the cut unless the tree is lying on perfectly flat ground or supported as shown If you make the cut with the tree on the ground don t let the saw s chain dig into the earth it is harmful for the s...

Page 23: ...a fast idle Slowly operate the chain brake lever while holding the saw firmly on the ground When the brake lever trips the chain should stop Immediately release the throttle trigger WARNING If the cha...

Page 24: ...d the saw with the guide bar approximately 55 cm 22 in above a wooden surface Right hand should hold the rear handle and left hand should hold the front handle 3 Release the front handle and drop the...

Page 25: ...N Low kickback CAUTION Do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the ANSI B175 1 kickback performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of chain saw...

Page 26: ...for that task Ask your ECHO dealer for these parts MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Maintenance Procedure Letter Codes I Inspect C Clean R Replace Maintenance Procedure Notes 1 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT...

Page 27: ...ess fuel in the engine then return to idle Accelerate engine to full throttle to check for smooth transition from idle to high speed If engine hesitates turn L needle CCW 1 8 turn and repeat accelerat...

Page 28: ...d spark gap is 0 65 mm 0 026 in Correct the spark gap if it is wider or narrower than the standard gap Fastening torque 15 to 17 N m 130 to 145 in lb FUEL FILTER Check periodically Do not allow dust t...

Page 29: ...plug lead Remove spark arrestor screen cover and screen from muffler body Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Replace screen if it is cracked or has holes burned through Assemble components...

Page 30: ...ht cutters properly aligned Note that blunt or irregular cutters will result in poor cutting performance increased vibration of chains and premature breakage of the saw chain Drive link serves to remo...

Page 31: ...ient oil to it rotate the chain slowly to wash away the filings before using again If the chain saw is operated with filings clogged in the groove the saw chain and the guide bar will be damaged prema...

Page 32: ...xture is too rich Open choke Clean replace air filter Adjust carburetor Ask your ECHO dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark at end of plug wire Ignition switch off Turn switch on Electrical proble...

Page 33: ...Manual has become illegible or is lost please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer STORAGE AFTER USE Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw Completely clean every part and repair if necess...

Page 34: ...r ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use al...

Page 35: ...T and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies...

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