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CS-355T

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X7503323507

© 01/2021 ECHO Incorporated

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Содержание CS-355T

Страница 1: ...exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury Note This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 ...

Страница 2: ... 20 Preparation for Use 22 Operation 25 Fuel 25 Chain Lubricant 29 Starting Cold Engine 30 Starting Warm Engine 31 Running 33 Stopping 33 Checking Chain Tension 34 Chain Lubrication Test 34 Cutting Instructions 34 Guide Bar and Saw Chain Combinations 39 Kick GuardTM 40 Guide Bar 40 Saw Chain 40 Maintenance 41 Skill Levels 41 Maintenance Intervals 42 Carburetor Adjustment 43 Lifting Hook 44 Air Fil...

Страница 3: ...ration maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www echo usa com manuals OR https www shindaiwa usa com manuals SERVICING INFORMATION Parts and Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are ...

Страница 4: ...ease know the model and serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you Additional Literature In addition to finding information online informat...

Страница 5: ...he operator Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury The optional Kick GuardTM device is not installed on the guide bar when you purchase your chain saw The optional Kick Guard can be used in a majority of cutting operations and is especially recommended for beginners homeowners or chain saw novices Most cutting operations can...

Страница 6: ...structions Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log branch or any other obstruction which could be hit while you are operating the saw 4 Cut at high engine speeds 5 Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height 6 Follow manufacturer s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain 7 Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent Correct Us...

Страница 7: ... Confirm that the brake works properly before each use If the chain brake is clogged with wood chips function of the brake may deteriorate Always keep the device clean Do not increase engine RPM while the chain brake is locked Do not use a bar and chain combination other than those specified in this manual For your own safety do not remove the chain brake system The installation of a chain brake m...

Страница 8: ... 1 3 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 approximately 35 cm 14 inches above a wooden surface Right hand should hold the rear handle and left hand should hold the front handle 3 Release the front h...

Страница 9: ... stopped the guide bar and saw chain to the rear and the muffler away from your body 10 Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged improperly adjusted 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 caution when cutting small size brush and saplings...

Страница 10: ...ip until the hole is sufficiently large so as to introduce the entire nose tip of the guide bar This technique should reduce the danger of kickback 25 Allow your chain saw to cool before refueling and do not smoke while refueling 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 owne...

Страница 11: ...oving safety devices may result in serious or fatal injury Unit includes safety devices that reduce the likelihood of kickback Chain brake brake actuated by kickback energy not manual activation Reduced kickback guide bar reduced nose radius guide bar Low kickback saw chain saw chain that meets ANSI kickback performance requirements when configured with the bar chain recommendations in this manual...

Страница 12: ...ed improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit 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 protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE r...

Страница 13: ...her plant matter such as pollen Make sure the mask does not impair your vision and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts should have long sleeves 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 ...

Страница 14: ... 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 sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment...

Страница 15: ...n Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling num...

Страница 16: ...r and Head Protection Carburetor Adjustment Idle Speed Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause serious injury Carburetor Adjustment Low Speed Mixture Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided Measured maximum kickback value without brake for approved bar and chain combinations Both of the operator s hands must be used to operate...

Страница 17: ...orporated Note Not all symbols will appear on your unit Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Purge Bulb De Compression Device STOP Momentary STOP Switch Symbol Description Symbol Description STOP STOP ...

Страница 18: ... injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which might lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided The enclosed message provides information n...

Страница 19: ...el line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span se...

Страница 20: ...follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer Safety label is for example only Your label my appear slightly different 1 2 4 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 3 15 16 17 18 20 19 21 9 5 22 CKA wob wb cs 12 12A0ES3745 91PXL45CQ 48 7 29 9 11 9 14 14A0ES3752 91PXL52CQ 54 6 38 9 19 0 16 16A0ES3757 91PXL57CQ 51 1 27 1 14 4 X505009430 10 ...

Страница 21: ...nd Guard 2 Control Lever 3 Throttle Trigger 4 Throttle Trigger Lockout 5 Spark Plug 6 Rear Handle For the right hand 7 Purge Bulb 8 Air Cleaner Cover 9 Air Cleaner Cover Knob 10 Lifting Hook 11 Starter Handle 12 Fuel Tank Cap 13 Oil Tank Cap 14 Front Handle For the left hand 15 Saw Chain 16 Guide Bar 17 Spiked Bumper 18 Chain Catcher 19 Guide Bar Nuts 20 Chain Tension Adjuster 21 Chain Brake Sproc...

Страница 22: ... follows Instructions to Install Optional Kick Guard to Bar Tools Needed Two 11 mm 7 16 in wrenches 1 Install 8 32 bolt A in small front hole B of the Kick Guard and through small front hole C in guide bar 2 Install 1 4 27 bolt D in large rear hole E of Kick Guard and through large front hole F in guide bar 3 IMPORTANT Dimple in Kick Guard must engage recess in guide bar 4 Tighten nut G and bolt b...

Страница 23: ...on for guide bar saw chain maintenance procedures 5 Mount guide bar on studs E and slide toward clutch drum 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 sprocket guard over guide bar studs Ensure chain tension adjuster pin H fits into the guide bar adjuster hole G brake band J is positione...

Страница 24: ...check chain brake operation after replacing guard Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly Adjusting Chain Tension Always loosen sprocket guard nuts before turning the chain tension adjuster otherwise the sprocket guard and tensioner will be damaged 1 Remove air cleaner cover and disconnect spark plug lead 2 Loosen sprocket guard nuts A 3 Hold the bar nose up and turn the adjuster ...

Страница 25: ... at all times Note All chains require frequent adjustments OPERATION Fuel Diesel fuels and 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 diesel or alternative fuels can cause performance problems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operation includin...

Страница 26: ... use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the two stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire or ignite with explosive force Read and follow the oil manufacturer s instructions and observe all safety warnings and precautions for...

Страница 27: ...ll fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel tank Wipe up spills immediately Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavie...

Страница 28: ...re the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit Return unused fuel to an approved fuel ...

Страница 29: ...juries 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 obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Engine exhaust IS HOT and contains Carbon Monoxide CO a poison gas Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness serious injury or death Exhaust can cause serious burns ALWAYS...

Страница 30: ...icant Do not over fill 4 Move control lever A FORWARD to COLD START position 5 Push purge bulb B 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in purge bulb 6 Securely hold the chain saw as shown When starting the chain saw place the unit on flat ground and hold front handle with left hand and firmly hold rear end of rear handle with right knee Pull starter handle with right hand several times until first...

Страница 31: ...eat instructions 9 When engine starts immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger B to disengage throttle latch and return engine to idle Pull front hand guard C towards the operator immediately chain brake unlocked position 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 befo...

Страница 32: ... COLD START position if necessary but after first starting sound squeeze throttle trigger to release choke and return engine to idle 6 When engine starts immediately squeeze and release throttle trigger B to disengage throttle latch and return engine to idle Pull front hand guard C towards the operator immediately chain brake unlocked position Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Start ...

Страница 33: ... warm up before using 2 Move chain brake lever A fully REARWARD to UNLOCK chain brake 3 Squeeze throttle trigger B gradually and increase engine speed 4 The chain starts running when the engine reaches clutch engagement speed 5 Confirm proper acceleration and lubrication of chain and bar 6 Do not run the engine at high speed unnecessarily 7 Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger...

Страница 34: ...e chain Serious injury can occur Chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary Chain Lubrication Test Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to half speed for 30 seconds A thin line of thrown oil should be seen on the dry surface Cutting Instructions General This chain saw is designed for cutting wood Do not cut metal plastic or any non wo...

Страница 35: ... of using the saw 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 handle and your right hand on the rear handle so you can operate the throttle trigger with your right index finger Before attempting to fell a tree cut some small logs or limbs Become thoroughly familiar with the controls and the re...

Страница 36: ...loth and warm water with soap Rinse with clean water and dry metal surfaces Apply a light coating of engine or bar and chain oil to metal parts after they are cleaned Install and properly tension guide bar and chain Run engine for one minute alternating engine speed between full throttle for 5 seconds and idle for 5 seconds to coat metal parts with additional protective chain oil Do not run a chai...

Страница 37: ...icking back over the stump 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 and at a level about 5 cm 2 in above the bottom of the notch Do not try to cut through to the notch with the felling cut The rema...

Страница 38: ...e saw for the second cut Insert the saw in the first cut very carefully so as not to cause kickback The final cut is made by drawing the saw forward in the cut to reach the hinge 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 s...

Страница 39: ...ut with the tree on the ground don t let the saw s chain dig into the earth it is harmful for the saw and you stand a good chance of being struck by flying debris To cut the trunk use the bucking and two cut sequence shown The first cut should be no deeper than one third the trunk diameter Guide Bar and Saw Chain Combinations The following combinations are recommended for model CS 355T Use of repl...

Страница 40: ...986 7783 or on the web at www shindaiwa usa com Guide Bar Low kickback Replacement guide bars The following guide bars may be considered to have equivalent kickback energy Sprocket nose guide bars of the same length and nose radius same pitch and having the same number of teeth Hard nose guide bars of the same length and nose radius as a sprocket nose bar Saw Chain Low kickback Only use saw chain ...

Страница 41: ...t is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If the task is no...

Страница 42: ...lter Inspect Clean 1 Automatic Oiler Inspect Adjust 1 Oil Filter Inspect 1 Fuel System Inspect 1 Guide Bar Sprocket Nose Inspect Clean 1 Saw Chain Inspect Sharpen Replace Ten sioning 2 Sprocket Inspect Replace 2 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 1 Guide Bar Sprocket Nose Inspect 1 3 Months...

Страница 43: ...ease and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting and durability performance up to 1 100 feet above sea level ASL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor might need to be adjusted by an authorized service dealer If the engine is adj...

Страница 44: ...to check for smooth transition from idle to high speed If engine hesitates turn L needle CCW 1 8 turn and repeat acceleration Continue adjustment until smooth acceleration results 7 Check idle speed and reset if necessary as described in item 5 If a tachometer is available idle speed should be set to value listed on specifications page When starting idling adjustment speed should be adjusted to pr...

Страница 45: ...ark gap is 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fastening torque 15 17 N m 130 150 lbf in Check Fuel System Check before every use After refueling make sure fuel does not leak from around fuel line fuel grommet or fuel tank cap In case of fuel leakage there is a danger of fire Stop using the machine immediately and request your dealer to inspect or replace Fuel Filter Check periodically Do not allow dust to enter fue...

Страница 46: ...ted States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an uncertified replacement part Automatic Oiler The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is a...

Страница 47: ...ull and twist slightly to separate 4 Install the new Oil Filter with the reverse action 5 When the inside of the tank gets dirty rinse the tank out with gasoline to clean it Guide Bar 1 Clean before using 2 Clean the groove of the guide bar A with a small screwdriver 3 Clean oil holes B with a wire 4 Invert guide bar periodically 5 Clean the guide bar mount area before installing the guide bar Spr...

Страница 48: ...k 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 forest brush and or grass covered areas in the states of Washington Oregon Idaho California Minnesota New Jersey and Mai...

Страница 49: ...from Muffler Body D 5 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components 6 Replace Spark Arrestor Screen C if it is cracked or has holes burned through 7 Assemble components in reverse order Note When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside Muffler Body D Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Place piston at top dead center 3 Remove Bolts A that ...

Страница 50: ...top engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to 8 11 N m 70 95 lbf in 10 Install guide bar and chain Adjust chain tension 11 Start engine and check for exhaust leaks between muffler and cylinder head Stop engine if leak is found and correct problem before operating chain saw Setting the Saw Chain Important points for proper maintenance of saw chain Keep the cutters sharp at all times Keep the ...

Страница 51: ...ain For setting saw chain round file 4 0 mm 5 32 in diam and flat file are used Push file as shown To keep correct position and correct angle use a file holder Hold the file horizontally Place 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 Sharpen lower edge 30 Keep this angle 90 Depth G...

Страница 52: ...ore using When chain has been filed on the bar supply sufficient oil to it move 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 prematurely If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin for instance clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil To sharpen other chains follow chain ...

Страница 53: ...e too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark STOP switch OFF Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65 mm 0 026 in Clean or replace plug Engine runs but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Air fi...

Страница 54: ...ous personal injury can result 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 Engine runs but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper adjustment Vibration Adjust Cooling ...

Страница 55: ... your chain saw without the Operator s Manual Note For future reference you should keep this Operator s Manual If this Operator s Manual becomes illegible or is lost please contact your dealer or go to www echo usa com SPECIFICATIONS Model CS 355T Length 220 mm 8 7 in Width 244mm 9 6 in Height 220 mm 8 7 in Dry weight 3 5 kg 7 7 lb Without chain and guide bar Engine Air cooled two stroke single cy...

Страница 56: ...to the Internet you can complete the form below and mail to ECHO Incorporated Product Registration PO Box 1139 Lake Zurich IL 60047 Oil ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Oiling system Adjustable automatic oiler Chain oil capacity 243 mL 8 22 US fl oz Starter system Automatic rewind starter Clutch Centrifugal type Sprocket type Spur type 6 tooth 3 8 in pitch C...

Страница 57: ...CS 355T PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7503323507 57 01 2021 ECHO Incorporated ...

Страница 58: ...NOTES CS 355T 58 X7503323507 01 2021 ECHO Incorporated NOTES ...

Страница 59: ...CS 355T NOTES X7503323507 59 01 2021 ECHO Incorporated NOTES ...

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