Echo ECS-2000 User's Manual
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1. Use correct weight of oil See Filling Oil Tank page 7 Tighten chain See Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 See Assembly page 6 Contact authorized service person Tighten oil cap Note Empty oil tank when not in use Contact authorized service person SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO 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 Serial Number of the unit with you You can find all three numbers on the engine housing For future reference write them in the space provided below Model No SN SERVICE Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required WARRANTY CARD ee This card is our means of registering all original owners of ECHO equipment The card plus proof of purchase provides you the assurance that authorized warranty work will be done It also provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT MANUALS Safety Manuals are available free of charge from your ECHO dealer or by contacting Echo Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 Opera2. Felling Cut Final cut when felling a tree Make this cut on opposite side of tree from notching cut Front Hand Guard Shield between front handle and guide bar Protects left hand while using saw When kickback occurs the front hand guard is moved forward by the back of operator s left hand This stops the saw chain quickly reducing the chance of serious injury Front Handle Located at front of saw body Guide Bar Metal bar that extends from saw body The guide bar supports and guides chain 102514 Guide Bar Nose Tip or end of guide bar Kickback Quick backward and upward motion of guide bar Kickback may occur when tip of guide bar touches an object while chain is moving The guide bar will kick up and back towards operator Kick Guard Covers the nose area of the bar and chain where kickback reaction is generated No chain contact in this area No rotational kickback Limbing Process of cutting limb s from a felled tree Low Kickback Chain Chain that reduces chance of kickback as required by ANSI B175 1 Normal Cutting Position Stance used while making bucking and felling cuts Notching Cut Notch cut in tree that directs fall of tree Oiler Control System for oiling guide bar and chain Power Head Chain saw without chain and guide bar Also known as saw body Pushback Kickback Pinch Rapid pushback of chain saw Pushback may occur if chain along top of guide bar is pinched caught or contacts a foreign object Rear H
3. chain IMPORTANT Do not clamp chain saw in vise during assembly 1 Lay chain out flat Remove guide bar nuts from guide bar bolts see Figure 3 3 Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise see Figure 4 Continue to turn adjusting screw until adjusting block is to rear of adjusting plate 4 Install guide bar onto saw body Place rear of guide bar between adjusting plate and sprocket support IMPORTANT Make sure to insert adjusting block into oval adjusting hole on guide bar 5 Attach guide bar nuts to guide bar bolts IMPORTANT Tighten guide bar nuts finger tight only Make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar 6 Place chain around drive sprocket then along top groove of guide bar and around guide bar nose Note Make sure cutting edges of chain are facing the right direction Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose see Figure 3 A CAUTION Do not place chain on saw backwards If chain is backwards saw will vibrate badly and will not cut 7 Adjust saw chain tension Follow steps under Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 8 If saw has 2 piece side cover attach sprocket cover _z Cutting Towards Edge 7 Guide 4 Bar Nose Drive Sprocket Adjusting Hole Guide Bar Nuts Sprocket Support Figure 3 Assembling Guide Bar Chain and Hand Guard Sprocket Support Adjusting Adjusting Block Plate lt
4. guard is moved forward by the back of operator s left hand This stops the saw chain quickly reducing the chance of serious injury Never hold the chain saw by the front hand guard Cause Of Kickback Kickback may occur when nose or tip of guide bar touches an object while chain is moving If chain cutter catches on object a sudden reverse action will result The guide bar will kick up and back towards operator Direction Do Not Let Guide Bar Nose Touch Here Figure 1 Kickback Hazard Example Do Not Let Nose of Guide Bar Touch Object While Chain is Moving Kickback may also occur when wood pinches chain at guide bar nose A sudden reverse action will also result The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback e Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles Keep all safety items in place on saw Make sure they work properly Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height Keep solid footing and balance Stand slightly to left side of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain Do not let guide bar nose touch anything when chain is moving see Figure 1 Do not remove kick guard Never try cutting through two logs at same time Only cut one log at a time e Do not bury guide bar nose or try plunge cut boring into wood using guide bar nose e Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain
5. hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip rear handle Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles see Figure 9 4 Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Stand slightly to left side of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain 5 When ready to make a cut press in switch lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger see Figure 9 This will turn saw on Releasing trigger will turn saw off Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut Front Hand Switch Guard Lockout Trigger Figure 9 Front Hand Guard Switch Lockout and Trigger Location 6 When starting a cut place moving chain against wood Hold saw firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or skating sideways movement of saw 7 Guide saw using light pressure Do not force saw The motor will overload and can burn out 8 Remove saw from a cut with saw running at full speed Stop saw by releasing trigger Do not use the chain brake Make sure chain has stopped before setting saw down 9 Practice until you can maintain a steady even cutting rate CHAIN BRAKE The chain brake quickly stops the saw chain Kickback causes the back of operator s left hand to contact front hand guard see Figure 10 When front hand guard moves forward the saw chain stops This reduces the chance of serious injury during kickback When the chain brake activates
6. on a ladder or any other unstable surface e in any awkward position You may lose control of saw causing severe injury A WARNING When felling a tree be aware of your surroundings Do not endanger any person strike utility lines or cause property damage If tree strikes utility lines contact utility company at once A WARNING Do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living A CAUTION tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow directions below to Seek professional help if facing conditions umia tee beyond your ability 1 Make first cut 15 centimeters from tree trunk on underside of limb Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of limb see Figure 11 2 Move five to ten centimeters farther out on limb Make second cut from above limb Continue cut until you cut Before Felling a Tree limb off 1 3 Make third cut as close to tree trunk as possible on underside of limb stub Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of stub 4 Make fourth cut directly above third cut Cut down to meet gt third cut This will remove limb stub gt Felling is the process of cutting down a tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow directions below to fell a tree Before felling inspect tree Make sure t
7. saw off e put saw down e exit area using retreat path A WARNING Be alert for falling overhead limbs Watch your footing while exiting area LIMBING A TREE A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback A WARNING When cutting limb that is under tension use extreme caution Be alert for wood springing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing severe injury or death CAUTION Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Do not remove larger limbs under tree that support log off ground Remove each limb with one cut see Figure 14 Clear cut limbs from work area often This will help maintain a safe work area Make sure you start your cut where limb will not pinch saw during cutting To avoid pinching start cut on freely hanging limbs from above limb Start cut on limbs under tension from under limb If pinch occurs turn saw off lift limb and remove saw Figure 14 Limbing A Tree 102514 OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued BUCKING A LOG A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback A WARNING If on slope make sure log will not roll do
8. CAUTION indicates a hazard which will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if you ignore warning 102514 A SAFETY WARNINGS Read and understand all Safety Warnings on pages 3 and 4 Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock body contact with moving chain or falling wood BEFORE OPERATING CHAIN SAW 1 Read and understand this owner s manual before operating chain saw 2 Use chain saw for cutting wood only Do not use for cutting any non wood items 3 Only well instructed adults should operate chain saw Never allow children to operate chain saw First time user should obtain informed practical instruction in addition to reading this manual Practice cutting logs on a saw horse or cradle 4 Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw 5 Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use See page 8 for extension cord requirements 6 Do not operate chain saw e while under the influence of alcohol medication or drugs e in rain or in damp or wet areas e where highly flammable liquids or gases are present e if saw is damaged adjusted wrong or not fully assembled e if trigger does not turn saw on and off Chain must stop moving when you release trigger Have faulty switch replaced by authorized service person e while tired or in a hurry e while in tree or on a ladder unless trained to do so 7 Wear snug fitting clothes when operating ch
9. EANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Replacing Saw Chain Replace chain when cutters are too worn to sharpen Only use replacement chain noted in this manual Always include new drive sprocket when replacing chain This will maintain proper driving of chain STORAGE If storing saw for more than 30 days follow steps below 1 Drain oil tank 2 Remove and clean guide bar and chain Clean guide bar and chain by soaking in petroleum based solvent or mild soap and water mixture 3 Dry guide bar and chain 4 Place chain in container filled with oil This will prevent rust 5 Wipe a thin coating of oil over surface of guide bar 6 Wipe off outside of saw body Do this with soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture 7 Store chain saw e in a high or locked place out of children s reach e in a dry place e in a carrying case part 999888 00207 or with scabbard over guide bar REPLACEMENT PARTS A WARNING Use only replacement parts described in this manual Use of other parts could damage saw or injure operator Purchase these parts from your local dealer Part Number Description 120374001 12 guide bar with kick guard 917045 91 VG chain 45 drive links 16037500 16 guide bar with kick guard 917056 91 VG chain 56 drive links 9998880016 Kick guard 14 102514 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical s
10. End 1 Make first cut on underside of log see Figure 16 Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of log This cut will keep section from splintering when cut 2 Make second cut directly above first cut Cut down to meet first cut This cut will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain 2nd Cut Figure 16 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On One End Log Supported On Both Ends 1 Make first cut from above log see Figure 17 Cut 1 3 through diameter of log This cut will keep section from splintering when cut 2 Make second cut on underside of log directly under first cut Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut up to meet first cut This will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain 2nd Cut Figure 17 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On Both Ends CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NOTICE Below are instructions for servicing your chain saw Any servicing not mentioned below should be done by an authorized Echo servicing dealer CLEANING SAW BODY A WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain WARNING When cleaning saw body e do not submerge saw in any liquids e do not use products that contain ammonia chlorine or abrasives e do not use chlorinate
11. MECHU Electric Chain Saw Operator s Manual MODELS ECS 2000 12 GUIDE BAR SERIAL NUMBER 200 amp UP ECS 3000 16 GUIDE BAR SERIAL NUMBER 300 amp UP TABLE OF CONTENTS Operating Chain Saw Extension Cords Symbol Information Oiling Chain Safety Warnings Cutting with the Chain Saw Before Operating Chain Saw Chain Brake Kickback Trimming a Tree Pushback and Pull in Felling a Tree Chain Saw Operation Limbing a Tree Maintenance and Storage of Chain Saw Bucking a Log Product Identification Cleaning and Maintenance Chain Saw Names and Terms Cleaning Saw Body Unpacking Care of Guide Bar Assembly Saw Chain Tension Adjustment Filling Oil Tank WARNING 4 amp DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation INFORMATION SYMBOLS Read Instruction Manual Do Not Expose to Rain or Use in Wet Conditions Remove Plug Immediately if Cable is Damaged or Cut Hold Chain Saw with Both Hands Beware of Kickback Hearing and Eye Protection Must Be Worn Safety Information Warnings Appears Throughout This Manual Pay close attention to them Below are definitions for the safety information listed throughout this manual WARNING indicates a hazard which can cause severe personal injury death or substantial property damage if you ignore warning
12. P OF TLL Adjusting Screw Figure 4 Part Locations for Assembling Guide Bar 102514 SAW CHAIN TENSION 3 Wearing protective gloves move chain around guide bar ADJUSTMENT Chain should move freely If chain does not move freely loosen chain by turning adjusting screw counterclockwise 4 After chain tension is correct tighten guide bar nuts firmly If not guide bar will move and loosen chain tension This Unplug chain saw from power source before will increase the risk of kickback This can also damage adjusting saw chain tension saw Note A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Readjust chain tension A WARNING A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Guide Bar A WARNING Maintain proper chain tension always A loose chain will increase the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of guide bar groove This may injure operator and damage chain A loose chain will cause chain guide bar and sprocket AA l to wear rapidly 2 Guide Bar Gap m A g ae KO O Note A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first ome S f Nig wee few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Follow steps below to readjust saw chain tension Incorrect Tension OOK ORO Correct Tension 1 Before adjusting chain make sure guide bar nuts are only finger tight see Figure 3 page 6 Also m
13. a polarized extension cord only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the extension cord reverse the plug If it still does not fit obtain a polarized extension cord Do not change the plug in any way Use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current your saw will draw An undersized cord will cause a voltage drop at the saw loss of power and overheating Keep cord away from cutting area Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting Inspect cords often Replace damaged cords The extension cord may come undone from the power cord during use To avoid this make a knot with the two cords as shown in Figure 7 below Extension Cord Chain Saw Power Cord ee IS Figure 7 Tying Extension Cord and Power Cord in Knot OILING CHAIN Always check oil level before using saw To oil chain press oil cap Oil will feed onto guide bar and chain Press oil cap at least once before each cut Check oil level often by looking at oil sight level hole Oil sight level hole is on left side of saw between front handle and front hand guard Figure 8 Pressing Oil Cap to Oil Chain CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW 1 Connect saw to extension cord Connect extension cord to power supply 2 Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain 3 Use both hands to grip saw Always use left
14. ain saw Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can get caught in moving saw chain 8 Wear the following safety gear when operating chain saw e heavy duty gloves wear rubber gloves if working oudtoors e steel toed safety footwear with non skid soles e eye protection suchas safety glasses goggles or face screen e safety hard hat e ear mufflers or ear plugs e hair covering to contain long hair e face or dust mask if working in dusty areas 9 Before cutting always provide the following e clear work area e secure footing e planned retreat path from falling tree 10 Inspect tree before cutting down Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you To reduce the risk of electric shock this saw has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet of your extension cord reverse the plug If it still does not fit a polarized extension cord will be necessary Do not change the plug in any way KICKBACK A WARNING Avoid Kickback Kickback can cause you to lose control of chain saw Kickback can cause severe injury or death 1 p lt 102514 This saw has low kickback chain reduced kickback guide bar and kick guard These items reduce the chances of kickback Do not remove kick guard The kick guard prevents rotational kickback This saw has a chain brake When kickback occurs the front hand
15. ake sure adjust ing block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar see Figure Figure 6 Saw Chain Adjustment 3 and 4 page 6 2 Turn adjusting screw clockwise until all slack is out of chain see Figure 5 Note There should be no gap between side links of chain FILLING OIL TANK and bottom of guide bar see Figure 6 1 Remove oil cap Fill oil tank with Echo bar and chain oil 3 Replace oil cap at once Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal This will avoid oil seepage from tank 4 Wipe off excess oil Note It is normal for oil to seep when saw is not in use Empty oil tank after each use to prevent seepage OPERATING CHAIN SAW A WARNING Read and understand this owner s manual before operating this saw Make certain you read and understand all Safety Warnings Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock or body contact with moving chain or falling wood Figure 5 Turning Adjusting Screw Continued 102514 1 OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cord with this chain saw Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use Use an extension cord no less than 1 5 mm 14SWG at distances up to 30 meters 100 feet The cord must be marked with suffix W following the cord type marking Example SJTW To reduce the risk of electric shock this equipment has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other The plug will fit in
16. andle Handle located at rear of saw body Reduced Kickback Guide Bar Guide bar that reduces chance of kickback Replacement Chain Chain that complies with ANSI B175 1 when used with a specific saw It may not meet ANSI require ments when used with other saws Saw Chain Chain Loop of chain having cutting teeth for cutting wood The motor drives chain The guide bar supports chain Spiked Bumper Spike Pointed teeth at front of saw body beside guide bar Keep spiked bumper in contact with wood when felling or bucking It helps maintain position of saw while cutting Sprocket Toothed wheel that drives chain Switch Device that completes or interrupts electrical circuit to motor of saw Switch Linkage This device connects switch to trigger It moves switch when you squeeze trigger Switch Lockout Device that reduces accidental starting of saw Trigger Device that turns saw on and off Squeezing trigger turns saw on Releasing trigger turns saw off Trimming Pruning Process of cutting limb s from a living tree Undercut An upward cut from underside of log or limb This is done while in normal cutting position and cutting with top of guide bar UNPACKING 1 Remove all items from carton 2 Check all items for any shipping damage If you find any damage or if any parts are missing promptly inform dealer where you bought chain saw ASSEMBLY A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling
17. d cleaning solvents carbon tetrachloride kerosene or gasoline Keep saw body clean Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe saw body to clean Let dry before using saw CARE OF GUIDE BAR Uneven bar wear causes most guide bar problems Incorrect sharpening of chain cutter and depth gauge settings often cause this When bar wears unevenly it widens guide bar groove see Figure 18 This causes chain clatter and rivet popping Saw will not cut straight Replace guide bar if this occurs Inspect guide bar before sharpening chain A worn or damaged guide bar is unsafe A worn or damaged guide bar will damage chain It will also make cutting harder Guide Bar Groove a a J Guide Bar Normal Guide Bar Guide Bar With Uneven Wear Figure 18 Guide Bar Cross Section Showing Uneven Bar Wear Normal Guide Bar Maintenance 1 Remove guide bar from chain saw 2 Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically Use putty knife or wire Clean oil slots after each day of use 4 Remove burrs from sides of guide bar Use flat file to make side edges square gt Replace guide bar when e baris bent or cracked e inside groove of bar is badly worn Note When replacing guide bar see Replacement Parts page 14 for proper bar Flat File Cleaning Groove With Putty Knife Oil Slot 1 Bar Burr Figure 19 Guide Bar Maintenance SHARPENING YOUR SAW CHAIN A WARNING Unplug chain
18. e Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut e Use low kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this chain saw Only replace these parts with chains and guide bars listed in this manual or on the chain saw e Never use dull or loose chain Keep chain sharp and tensioned correctly Continued SAFETY WARNINGS Continued Saw Maintenance and Kickback Safety Follow maintenance instructions in this manual Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar maintenance can reduce chances of kickback Inspect and maintain saw after each use This will increase the service life of your saw Note Even with proper sharpening risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening PUSHBACK AND PULL IN Avoid pushback and pull in These hazards can cause you to lose control of chain saw Pushback or pull in can cause severe injury Cause Of Pushback and Pull In Pushback may occur while cutting with top of guide bar Pushback will force saw back towards you Pull in may occur while cutting with bottom of guide bar Pull in will force saw in towards wood you are cutting These hazards can occur if chain is pinched caught or contacts a non wood object The following steps will reduce the risk of pushback or pull in e Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height e Keep solid footing and balance e Stand slightly to
19. en cutter 6 After each cutter if sharpened move chain forward to sharpen next cutter File all cutters on one side of chain 7 Move to other side of chain and repeat process 30 Guide Mark Filing Direction 4mm Round File Z Note This illustration shows file guide place ment and filing direction for sharpening cutters on left ae side of chain Figure 20 File and File Guide Placement On Chain 102514 Top Plate Groove Left Side right side of chain of Chain Sepin Gangs left side of chain Groove Top Plate left side Depth Gauge of chain right side of chain Right Side of Chain Figure 21 Chain Part Locations Filing Cutter Depth Gauges The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as cutters are sharpened After every second or third sharpening reset cutter depth gauges 1 Place depth gauge tool firmly across top of two cutters Make sure depth gauge enters slot in depth gauge tool see Figure 22 2 Use medium flat file File depth gauge level with depth gauge tool 3 Remove depth gauge tool With flat file round off front corner of cutter depth gauge see Figure 23 Depth Gauge Flat File Depth Gauge Tool Figure 22 Depth Gauge Tool On Chain Front Corner Figure 23 Round Off Front Corner Of Depth Gauge After several hand filings have an authorized Echo servicing dealer sharpen chain This will insure even filing Continued CL
20. here are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you Study natural lean of tree location of larger branches and wind direction This will help you judge which way tree will fall Clear work area around tree Plan and clear a retreat path before felling Make retreat path opposite to planned direction of fall of tree and at 45 A CAUTION angle see Figure 12 Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability 2nd Cut Pruning Cut Direction of Fall 4th Cut Final to avoid pinching lt Cut _ be RA fe 45 Pi RP Path 5 to 10 cm l x tst Cut Pruning Undercut Figure 12 Retreat Path From Tree to avoid splinterin O P 9 4 Remove dirt stones loose bark nails staples and wire 3rd Cut Stub Undercut from tree where you will make felling cuts Do to avoid splintering 5 Stay on uphill side when felling tree Tree could roll or slide downhill after falling Figure 11 Cutting A Limb Continued 102514 9 OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued Felling Procedure Felling Notch A properly placed felling notch will determine direction tree will fall Place felling notch on side of tree in direction you want tree to fall see Figure 13 Follow directions below to create a felling notch 1 Make lower notch cut as close to ground as possible Hold saw so guide bar is horizontal Cut 1 3 the diameter of tree trunk see Figure 13 Note Always make this horizontal lower notch cu
21. hock or body contact with moving chain OBSERVED FAULT Saw runs but does not cut Saw does not cut unless heavily forced Cutting produces only sawdust with few large chips Saw runs slow Saw stalls easily Motor of saw does not run when you squeeze trigger Motor of saw runs but chain does not move Chain does not get oil Chain comes off guide bar Saw smokes Saw leaks oil Chain brake does not stop saw chain 102514 POSSIBLE CAUSE Chain assembled backwards on guide bar Chain is dull Low power supply voltage Switch lockout not pressed in to release trigger Chain brake activated Extension cord connections loose Open line fuse or circuit breaker Bad motor brushes Open wiring circuit on saw Gear train failure Clogged oil slot in guide bar Oil is too thick Chain is loose Guide bar and chain not assembled right Saw damaged Do not use saw Oil cap is not secure Brake failure 15 REMEDY See Assembly page 6 See Sharpening Your Saw Chain page 12 Extension cord wire size too small See Extension Cords page 8 Press in switch lockout before squeez ing trigger Release trigger and move front hand guard back towards rear of saw Check cord connections Check line fuse or circuit breaker Contact authorized service person Contact authorized service person Contact authorized service person Remove guide bar and clean oil slot
22. k chain brake Check for broken or damaged parts Do not use chain saw if damage affects safety or operation Have damage repaired by authorized service person 3 Maintain chain saw with care e Never expose saw to rain e Keep chain sharp clean and lubricated e Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain e Keep handles dry clean and free of oil e Keep all screws and nuts tight e Inspect power cord often If damaged have repaired by authorized service person e Never carry chain saw by power cord e Never yank power cord to unplug it e Keep power cord from heat oil and sharp edges e Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged When servicing use only identical replacement parts Always store chain saw e in a high or locked place out of children s reach e in a dry place e in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar Ar Keep this manual for reference Itis your guide to safe and proper operation of this chain saw 102514 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Front Hand Guard Kick Guard Rear Handle Nose Guide Bar Rear Hand Guard Power Cord Scabbard Oil Level Sight Hole located on saw body hidden by front handle Kick Guard Switch Lockout Handle Motor Housing Trigger Figure 2 Electric Chain Saw CHAIN SAW NAMES AND TERMS Bucking Process of cutting a felled tree or log into lengths Felling Process of cutting down a tree
23. left side of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain e Have saw running at full speed before starting a cut e When cutting make sure spike of saw is against wood pull in only See Product Identification page 5 to locate spike e Never try cutting through two logs at same time Only cut one log at a time e Watch for shifting of log or other forces that may pinch chain e Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut e Do not twist saw when removing guide bar from undercut e Use wedges made of plastic wood or light alloy never steel or iron to hold cut open CHAIN SAW OPERATION 1 Stay alert Use common sense while operating chain saw 2 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries 3 Be aware of extension cord while operating chain saw Be careful not to trip over cord 4 Keep children animals and bystanders away from chain saw and extension cord Only chain saw user should be in work area 5 Do not cut down a tree unless you are trained or have expert help 6 If two or more persons perform bucking and felling opera tions at the same time provide plenty of distance between operations Provide distance of at least twice the height of tree being felled 7 Secure wood you are cutting by using clamps or chocks 8 Grip chain saw firmly with both hands Never operate chain saw with one hand Never use hand guard as handle 9 Keep finger off trigger until ready to make cu
24. release trigger at once Figure 10 The chain brake quickly stopping the saw chain To reset chain brake release trigger and move front hand guard back into position You must release trigger first If not the saw will start when you reset the front hand guard CAUTION Do not use the chain brake to stop and start your saw Quick repeated stops may cause overheating of the chain brake Damage to the chain brake will occur Note Test chain brake before each use Firmly grip saw with both hands With saw running move front hand guard forward with back of left hand Keep both hands on the handles Saw chain should stop If chain brake does not work have saw repaired by authorized service person 102514 OPERATING CHAIN SAW FELLING A TREE Cutting Down a Tree Continued A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback Do not fell a tree without ample skill or expert help Keep children animals and bystanders away from area when felling a tree If two or more persons perform bucking and felling operations at the same time provide ample distance between operations Provide distance of at least twice the height of tree being felled TRIMMING A TREE Pruning A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback A WARNING Do not operate chain saw while e inatree e
25. saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Keep chain sharp Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull chain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips chain is dull Items Needed to Sharpen Chain Purchase these items from your local Echo servicing dealer e 4mm round file e Depth gauge tool e File guide e Vise e Medium sized flat file 102514 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Sharpening Cutters Use file guide for 30 filing 1 Adjust chain for proper tension see Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 Clamp guide bar in vise to hold saw steady Note Do not clamp chain 3 Press four millimeter round file attached to file guide into groove between top plate and depth gauge on chain File guide should rest on both top plate and depth gauge see Figures 20 and 21 Note File at midpoint of guide bar 4 Hold file guide level Make sure 30 mark on file guide is parallel to center of guide bar see Figure 20 This will insure that you file cutters at 30 angle 5 File from inside towards outside of cutter until sharp Only file in this one direction see Figure 20 Note Two or three strokes with file should sharp
26. t 10 Before starting chain saw make sure chain is not touching anything 11 Avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes wire fences and metal posts 12 Keepall parts of body away from chain when saw is running 13 Do not force chain saw while cutting Apply light pressure 14 Cut small brush and saplings with extreme care Slender material may catch in chain and be whipped toward you This could also pull you off balance 15 When cutting limb or tree trunk that is under tension use extreme caution Be alert for wood springing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing severe injury or death 16 Do not activate the chain brake to stop saw Always release trigger to stop saw 17 Carry chain saw from one place to another e with chain saw unplugged e by holding front handle never use front hand guard as handle e with finger off trigger e with guide bar and chain to rear e with scabbard in place MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW 1 Unplug chain saw from power source e when not in use e before moving from one place to another e before servicing e before changing accessories or attachments 2 Inspect chain saw before and after each use Check saw closely if guard or other part has been damaged Check for any damage that may affect operator safety or operation of saw Check for alignment or binding of moving parts Check that switch turns motor on and off Chec
27. t first If you make this cut second tree can pinch chain or guide bar 2 Start upper notch cut the same distance above first cut as first cut is deep Example If lower notch cut is 20 centimeters deep start upper notch cut 20 centimeters above it Cut downward at 45 angle The upper notch cut should meet end of lower notch cut see Figure 13 3 Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching cuts Felling Cut 1 Make felling cut five centimeters higher than lower notch cut and on opposite side of tree see Figure 13 Keep felling cut parallel to lower notch cut 2 Cut towards notch A WARNING Do not cut all the way through tree Leave about five centimeters of tree diameter uncut directly behind felling notch see Figure 13 This uncut portion acts as a hinge The hinge helps keep tree from twisting and falling in wrong direction Direction of Fall 3rd Cut Felling Cut ond Cut Upper Notch Cut 5 cm 1st Cut Lower Notch Cut Figure 13 Felling A Tree 3 As felling cut nears hinge tree should begin to fall Note If needed drive wedges into felling cut to control direction of fall If tree settles back and pinches chain drive wedges into felling cut to remove saw Only use wedges made of wood plastic or aluminum Never use wedge made of steel This could cause kickback and damage to chain 4 When tree begins to fall quickly e remove saw from felling cut e release trigger to turn
28. tors and Parts Manuals are available for purchase from your DEALER Call 1 800 432 ECHO ECHO Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 ECHO dealer or directly from ECHO See ordering instructions below Technical Publications Orders ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS To obtain a Parts Catalog or Operator s Manual send a check or money order for 2 00 per Parts Catalog or 1 50 per Operator Manual made payable to ECHO INCORPORATED State on a sheet of paper model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have part number of the manual if known your name and address and mail to address above Available Parts Lists ECS 2000 PARTS CATALOGS P N 99922202736 ECS 3000 PARTS CATALOGS P N 99922202737 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwoop Roap LAKE ZURICH IL 60047 99922202735 03 97 Printed 03 97 102514 01 REV D 03 97
29. wn hill Secure log by using wooden stakes Drive wooden stakes into ground on downhill side of log Stand on uphill side of log while cutting Log may roll after cutting Never try cutting through two logs at same time This could increase the risk of kickback While cutting log never hold log with your hand leg or foot While cutting log never allow another person to hold log Turn off and unplug saw before moving from one place to another A CAUTION Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability Bucking a log is cutting a log into sections Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Stand slightly to left of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain When possible raise log or section off ground Do this by using limbs logs chocks etc When cutting through log maintain control by reducing cutting pressure near end of cut Do not relax your grip on chain saw handles Do not let moving chain touch ground Ground will dull moving chain After cutting through log release trigger to turn saw off before moving saw Follow directions below to buck a log Entire Length Of Log On Ground 1 Cut log from top two thirds of the diameter see Figure 15 Roll log over and complete cut Gus ee aS Hh SS aS LE Wl MEENE ES Figure 15 Bucking Log With Entire Length On Ground 102514 11 Log Supported On One
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