Echo CS-8000 TYPE1-E User's Manual
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1. ZR Oil hole A A A Cylinder fins Exhaust guide Screen cover Spark arrestor screen Increase Decrease GUIDE BAR Clean before using Clean the groove of the guide bar with a small screwdriver Clean oil holes with a wire e Check sprocket and the clutch and clean the bar mount area before installation of the bar Replace either or both if worn SPROCKET e A damaged sprocket will cause premature damage or wear of saw chain When the sprocket has worn out 0 5 mm 0 020 in or more replace it e Check sprocket when you install new chain Replace it if worn CYLINDER FINS e Check periodically e Clogged fins will result in poor engine cooling e Remove dirt and dust from between fins to let cooling air pass easily MUFFLER SPARK ARRESTOR Remove air cleaner cover and remove spark plug lead e Remove exhaust guide spark arrestor screen cover and screen from muffler body e Clean carbon deposits from muffler components e Replace screen if it is cracked or has holes burned through e Assemble components in reverse order NOTE Carbon deposits in muffler will cause drop in engine output Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically AUTOMATIC OILER e The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is adjusted to 8 mL min approximately at 7000 r min prior to shipment from factory To increase the delivery volume turn the adjusting knob clockwise When the knob touches sto2. AA CAUTION The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided 3 CS 8000 TYPE1 E SYMBOL FORM Symbol form shape Symbol description application Symbol form shape Symbol description application Carefully read the Instruction Manual oiler manual ZO r Ga Wear eyes ears and head Automatic oiler adjustment S protection S7 Emergency stop Carburetor adjustment STOP Low speed mixture Choke control Cold Start Carburetor adjustment position choke closed High speed mixture Oil and gasoline mixture Carburetor adjustment Idle speed _ DECALS Part Number 890191 31731 Part Number X524 001672 GUIDE BAR CHAIN PART NO TYPE LINKS 20D0PS3870 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 70 24D0PS3881 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 81 27D0PS3893 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 93 32D0PS3805 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 105 36D0PS3816 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 116 Or equivalent Note There may be other replacement components for achieving kickback protection For details please refer to Part Number 890161 31733 the chain and bar combination sheet shown in the instruction manual CS 8000 Part Number X505 002040 WARNING Read and follow all safety A WARNING wey precaution in the instruction manual SEET T a i a n ain brake must be unlocked before removing or installing clutc SZ Failure to follow Instruc
3. Do not store in an enclosure where fuel fumes may accumlate or reach an open flame or spark TECHNICAL DATA MODEL Dimension mm Mass ig Engine mL om Carburetor Diaphragm type Magneto Flywheel magneto CDI system Spark plug NGK BPM7A Starter Recoil starter Power transmission Automatic centrifugal clutch Mixture ratio 50 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend X ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FC 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 alternative fuels such as E 20 or E 85 Tank capacity L 0 82 27 7 US fl oz ECHO bar and chain oil or motor oil Tank capacity L 0 40 13 5 US fl oz Guide bar and l SO saw chain a ae See page 21 for Chain and Guide Bar Combination Lubrication i sd Adjustable automatic oil pump and manual oil pump Engine speed Idle 2800 3000 Clutch engagement 3800 Wide open throttle 11500 12500 Standard Front hand guard Rear hand guard features Anti vibration device Spiked bumper Throttle control lockout Chain brake Chain catcher Spark arrestor muffler Technical data subject to change without notice 29 CS 8000 TYPE1 E MECHO
4. 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 Uphill position Finish cut pace a aal grea ne o a oe Se AEE RE a e ee First cut Ys AN Board or flat stones 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 saw overhead or aligned vertically with your body If the saw should kickback you may not have enough control to prevent possible injury 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 hillside always stand uphill Keep in mind that the wood is heavy and that it will bend and pinch the saw if improperly supported The trunk will weaken at the point where you make the cut unless the tree is lying on perfectly flat ground or supported as shown lf 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 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
5. 4 A 9 X K mN o O jt S oi Yy o SO E eee OO eer ef La Reduced radius belongs on top 44 DANGER Kickback safety precaution 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 The installation of a chain brake may be mandatory by law or as stipulated by insurance regulations in your area of operation You should inquire through local government offices your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows USA ANSI Standard B175 1 2000 Safety Requirement for chain saws WARNING ANSI Standard B175 1 2000 stipulates that the brake shall stop the chain 0 12 seconds at an engine speed of 13500 r min It is the responsibility of the owner operator to ensure that the brake is serviced adjusted and tested strictly in accordance with the instructions as detailed herein in order to ensure that the brake performance is maintaind in compliance with the Standard B175 1 2000 CS 8000 TYPE1 E PREPARATION FOR USE AW WARNING Saw chain is sharp Always wear gloves when handling assembly otherwise serious personal injury may result GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN INSTALLATION REMOVAL Chain brake lever F
6. Clean or replace e Spark plug defective e Replace plug Engine e Internal engine problem e Ask your ECHO dealer does not crank Dies or e Air filter dirty e Clean or replace accelerates poorly e Fuel filter dirty e Clean or replace e Fuel vent blocked e Clean e Spark plug e Clean and adjust replace e Carburetor e Adjust e Cooling system blocked Clean e Exhaust port spark e Clean arrestor screen blocked 44 WARNING 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 CS 8000 TYPE1 E 28 STORAGE AFTER USE e 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 e Remove chain and guide bar e Drain fuel tank pull starter slowly a few times to A CAUTION drain fuel from carburetor Do not lend or rent your chain saw without e Pour a small amount of clean motor oil into spark the Instruction manual and Safety manual plug hole pull starter and crank the engine until piston reaches TOP DEAD CENTER NOTE e Store in a dry area free from dust e For future reference you should keep this Instruction manual and the Safety manual e If this Instruction manual or the Safety manual has become illegible or is lost please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer WARNING
7. cause severe saw damage if unit is started Never start or operate saw if brake band is not in place on clutch drum Always check chain brake operation after replacing cover Do not use saw if chain brake does not function properly CS 8000 TYPE1 E 10 ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION IMPORTANT Always loosen clutch cover nuts before turning the chain tension adjuster otherwise the clutch cover and tensioner will be damaged 1 Remove spark plug lead See page 24 2 Loosen two clutch cover nuts if necessary 3 Hold the bar nose up and turn the adjuster screw clockwise until chain fits snugly against underside of the bar Proper tension Improper tension Direction to tension the chain Adjusting screw 4 Tighten both nuts with the bar nose held up 5 Pull the chain around the bar by hand Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots 6 When chain is properly tensioned tighten clutch cover nuts securely 20 to 23 N m 175 to 200 in Ib 7 Keep chain properly tensioned at all times 11 CS 8000 TYPE1 E FUEL AND LUBRICANT WARNING Alternative fuels such as E 20 20 ethanol E 85 85 ethanol or any fuels not meeting above requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2 stroke gasoline engines Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operation including but not limited to improper clutch engage
8. from being hit by a chain which has broken or derailed from the guide bar during cutting Guide bar The part that supports and guides the saw chain Saw chain Chain serving as a cutting tool Oil tank cap For closing the oil tank Starter handle Pull handle slowly until starter engages then quickly and firmly When engine starts return handle slowly DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur Fuel tank cap For closing the fuel tank Manual oil pump Device for proper lubrication of chain Throttle trigger Device activated by the operator s finger for controlling the engine speed Throttle trigger lockout A safety lever which must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated in order to prevent the accidental operation of the throttle trigger Throttle latch Device for temporality setting the throttle in a partially open position to aid starting Air cleaner cover Covers air cleaner Cleaner cover knob Device for installing the air cleaner cover Front handle for the left hand Support handle located at the front of the engine housing Cylinder cover The cooling airflow grill It covers the cylinder spark plug and silencer CS 8000 TYPE1 E OPERATOR SAFETY VIBRATION AND COLD It 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 Exposu
9. should be performed by competent service personnel For example if improper tools are used to remove the flywheel or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel in order to remove the clutch structural damage to the flywheel could occur and could subsequently cause the flywheel to burst 18 When transporting your chain saw use the appropriate guide bar scabbard 19 Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard J335 are standard on ECHO chain saws to reduce the possibility of forest fires Do not operate the chain saw with a loose or defective muffler Do not remove the spark arrestor screen CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION bee een er errs cee Tee ee er re 1 9 YMBOLS AND GIN Sas peseanaaansaasaeiendoasaateinigars P T E aOR Eri EAEaren eoira ETIPTI 3 PACKING LIST se eeeeretaraccsenes econ se veaeeanatoaananice ts ce KAKES EErEE Eer iE rE EEE ENES APEA ENEA KETENE RRiT TEETE 5 NOMENOCATOURE OF FARTO sonner E 6 OPERATOR SAFETY oaea E E 8 CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE asssssssssssssrsnserrrrnssrrrrsrrrresrrrrrrrrrenrrrrsrnrrrernene gt 9 PREPARATION FOR USE sicscencacncccastidacseiasaennndeanendeiestestadacthetuanccncacecassaxaecnnuaenatentae 10 FUELAND CUBRICAN T aertaneets carters n E 12 OPERA HON o E ee eeeece reenact seteca ce 14 GUT TUINGHNG TRU CGO sessacetcasearnresasntosseddsancenesvensiecortssaneenseanetorsaareegeaenigecazessees 17 CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION ccccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeee
10. with lubricant ef RY Do not over fill e Move ignition switch to RUN position e Pull choke control knob all the way out Choke position e Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle several times until first firing sound e Push choke control knob all the way in e Pull starter handle to start the engine e After starting the engine pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position CS 8000 TYPE1 E 14 Ignition switch ontrol knob WHEN THE ENGINE IS HARD TO START AA CAUTION Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw e Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting e Press throttle trigger lockout down while grasping throttle trigger and push in throttle latch e Move ignition switch to RUN position e Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle e When engine starts immediately squeeze throttle trigger to release throttle latch and pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position 44 CAUTION When using throttle latch for starting keep the brake in lock position After starting the engine squeeze throttle trigger slightly to release throttle latch and pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position Do not increase engine speed while c
11. Fuel Cap Gasket Guide Bar and Sprocket Nose Saw Chain Sprocket Spark Plug Cooling System Muffler Spark Arrestor Cylinder Exhaust Port Recoil Starter Rope Tensioning C R C R O Screws Nuts Bolts Meintenance Procedure Letter Codes Inspect C Clean R Replace Meintenance Procedure Notes 1 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection CS 8000 TYPE1 E 99 Inspect Tighten Replace Every refuel IMPORTANT Time intervals shown are maximum Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance 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 settings outside acceptable limits Idle adjusting screw h Before adjusting carburetor clean or replace air filter and muffler Spark Arrestor Screen 2 Make sure the bar and chain are properly adjusted High speed needle H 3 Start engine and run several minutes to bring to Low speed needle L operating temperature Flash choke twice during warm up to clear any air from the fuel system 4 Stop engine Turn H speed needle counterclo
12. MECHO INSTRUCTION MANUAL CHAIN SAW CS 8000 TYPE1 E WARNING Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation Failure to do so could result in serious injury ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich Illinois 60047 1564 X750 012 02 1 Phone 847 540 8400 X750 315 121 1 Printed in Japan 0909Ap 0404 ES A WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Copyright 2002 EJ KIORITZ CORPORATION All Rights Reserved RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION A Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw Users WARNING 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 cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION Kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw As a chain saw user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury 1 With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce or eliminate the element of su
13. aaeeeeeeaes 21 MAINTENANCE AND Oe aan eee erence tn NE 22 SETANG THE SAW OHAIN eee erence eee ee eee 26 TROUBLE SHOOTIN G serores fawes ersasronsacnsuneyeer E E EEEE E 28 STORAGE AAP VE ara cacatyaneeuanncndesdsaazcaenshesenantiesesnigadeeanmcansdeaancauaanaseeaneneetenatee 29 TEC NI ete ce arctic aca meee E neneaenaweuanieets 29 This chain saw is designed for cutting wood or wood products Do not cut solid metal sheet metal plastic or any non wood materials 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 SYMBOLS AND SIGNS 44 DANGER S CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL The safety alert symbol accompanied by the This symbol means the specific action word DANGER calls attention to an act or shown is prohibited Ignoring these condition which WILL lead to serious prohibitions can result in serious or personal injury or death if not avoided fatal injury WARNING NOTE The safety alert symbol accompanied by the This enclosed message provides tips for use word WARNING calls attention to an act or care and maintenance of the unit condition which CAN lead to serious IMPORTANT personal injury or death if not avoided The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit
14. ckwise CCW to stop Turn L speed needle midway between full clockwise CW stop and CCW stop 5 Idle Speed Adjustment e Start engine turn Idle speed adjustment screw CW until the saw chain begins to turn then turn screw out CCW until the saw chain stops turning Turn screw out CCW an additional 1 4 turn WARNING Cutting attachment must not move when unit is idling 6 Accelerate to full throttle for 2 3 seconds to clear any excess 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 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 2800 3000 r min 44 CAUTION When starting idling adjustment speed should be adjusted not to rotate the saw chain Correct idle speed is adjusted 2800 to 3000 r min Or 1 4 turn CCW from the point the chain stops moving When you experience trouble with the carburetor contact your dealer 23 CS 8000 TYPE1 E Cylinder cover Spark plug Cleaner cover knob Fuel tank cap en Oil filter lt CS 8000 TYPE1 E Oil tank cap 24 AIR FILTER Check before every use e Loosen cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover and filter e Brush off dust lightly o
15. en mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result e Use an approved fuel container e DO NOT smoke near fuel e DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel e Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize e NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT e NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running e DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground e Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling e Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired e Move at least 3 m 10 feet from refueling location before starting the engine HANDLING FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline 2 Add the proper amount of two stroke oil to gasoline 3 Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline 4 Add remaining gasoline close fuel container and remix IMPORTANT e Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage e Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty 80 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added e Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use AFTER USE DO NOT store a unit with fuel in i
16. esponsibility for a helper as well After you have learned the basic techniques 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 handlebar 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 responses of the saw Start the engine see that it is running properly Squeeze the trigger to open the throttle wide open and start the cut If the chain is properly sharpened the cutting should be relatively effortless It is not necessary to press down hard to make the saw cut Pushing the saw too hard will slow the engine and cutting will actually be more difficult Some material may adversely affect the housings of your chain saw Example palm Tree Acid fertilizer etc To avoid housing deterioration carefully remove all packed sawdust around clutch and guide bar area and wash with water Coat metal parts with light oil 17 CS 8000 TYPE1 E 3 m 10 feet Direction of fall Retreat N N N N N N N N S Retreat Not this way Direction of fall Ei ify g One third tree diameter CS 8000 TYPE1 E 18 FELLING THE TREE A falling tree can seriously damage anything it may hit a car a house a fence a power
17. hain brake is locked Use the chain brake only in starting or in emergencies 44 CAUTION The chain will attempt to rotate when engine is started with throttle latch engaged After engine starts release throttle trigger to idle engine otherwise brake damage may occur Never use throttle latch for cutting Use it only when starting the engine WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM e Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks Move ignition switch to RUN position Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle Choke may be used if necessary but be sure to push it back on first firing sound After starting the engine pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately Chain brake unlocked position CS 8000 TYPE1 E CS 8000 TYPE1 E 16 RUNNING When engine starts keep idling for a few minutes e Set the brake lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut e Pull throttle trigger gradually and increase revolution of the engine e The chain starts running when the engine reaches 3800 r min approximately e Confirm proper acceleration and lubrication of chain and bar e Give several strokes to manual oiler button to confirm extra lubrication e Do not run the engine at high speed unnecessarily e Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released STOPPING e Release throttle trigge
18. he same length and nose radius as a sprocket nose bar SAW CHAIN CAUTION Do not use replacement saw chain unless it has been designated as meeting the ANSI B175 1 2000 kickback performance requirements NOTE LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN meets the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175 1 2000 safety requirements for gasoline powered chain saws 21 CS 8000 TYPE1 E MAINTENANCE AND CARE Your ECHO chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If the task is not listed ask your ECHO dealer for repairs MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Component system Maintenance procedure SKILL LEVELS Level 1 Easy to do Most required tools come with unit Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWER Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Just below each task heading are listed the various part numbers required for that task Ask your ECHO dealer for these parts Required Skill level 3 Months or 90 Hours Yearly or 600 Hours Air Filter Automatic Oiler Oil Filter Fuel System Fuel Filter
19. k protection For details please refer to the chain and bar combination sheet shown in the instruction manual Part Number 890191 31731 ce gt m Les nrE i gt 1 5 7 WN 7111 77711 AS yA h O 1 1 1111171 CULL 777777777777 7777 g 4 This chain saw is capable of severe kickback 16 that could result in serious injury to the user 17 18 Do not operate this chain saw unless you have extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for dealing with kickback ECHO chain saw with significantly reduced kickback potential Part Number X505 002040 are available A WARNING Chain brake must be unlocked before removing or installing clutch Part Number 890161 31733 cover Improper cover installation can result in serious injury and CS 8000 aa WARNING Read and follow all safety Cj precaution in the instruction manual Ww Failure to follow instructions could If a decal cannot be read a new one can be result in serious personal injury ordered from your ECHO dealer cause severe damage to saw El freno de la cadena debe ser bloqueado antes de remover o de instalar la cubierta del embrague La instalaci n incorrecta de la cubierta puede dar lugar a lesi n seria y causar da o severo a la sierra CS 8000 TYPE1 E 6 10 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS Instruction manual Included with unit Read before operation and keep for future reference to
20. learn proper safe operating techniques Safety manual Describe operating and safety instructions for this chain saw Spiked bumper Device fitted in front of the guide bar mounting point acting as a pivot when in contact with a tree or log Spark arrestor muffler The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise and prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Front hand guard Guard between the front handle and the saw chain for protecting the hand from injuries and aiding in control of the chain saw if the hand slips off the handle This guard is used to lock the chain brake which is to stop the saw chain rotation Choke control knob Device for enriching the fuel air mixture in the carburetor to aid cold starting Rear handle for the right hand Support handle located towards the rear of the engine housing Ignition switch Device for connecting and disconnecting the ignition system and thus allowing the engine to be started or stopped Rear hand guard Extension on the lower part of the rear handle for protecting the hand from the chain if it breaks or degrooves Clutch cover Protective cover to the guide bar saw chain clutch and sprocket when the chain saw is in use 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Chain catcher A projection designed to reduce the risk of the operator s right hand
21. line or another tree There are ways to make a tree fall where you want it so first decide where that is Before cutting clear the area around the tree You will need good footing while working and you should be able to work the saw without hitting any obstacles Next select a path of retreat When the tree begins to fall you should retreat away from the direction of fall at a 45 degree angle and at least 3 m 10 feet from the trunk to avoid the trunk kicking 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 remaining wood between the notch cut and felling cut about 5 cm 2 in will act as a hinge when the tree falls guiding it in the desired direction When the tree starts to fall kill the engine place the saw on the ground and make your retreat quickly To fell big trees with a diameter exceeding twice the bar length start the notching cuts from one side and draw the saw through to the other side of the notch Start the back cut on one side of the tree pivoting the saw through to form the desired hinge on that side Then remove the saw for the second cut Insert the
22. ment Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetor and other engine components Fuel Mix Chart 50 1 us weTRIC casone or casone O1 1 2 6 4 80 2 5 2 5 i 8 160 l 20 400 IMPORTANT e ECHO premium Power Blend X Universal 2 Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals e Use of unmixed improperly mixed or fuel older than 90 days stale fuel may cause hard starting poor performance or severe engine damage and void the product warranty Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual CS 8000 TYPE1 E 12 FUEL STATEMENT GASOLINE Use 89 Octane R M 2 mid grade or higher gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality Gasohol may contain up to 10 Ethyl grain alcohol or 15 MTBE methyl teriary butyl ether Gasohol containing methyl wood alcohol is NOT approved TWO STROKE OIL A two stroke engine oil meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FC FD Standards must be used ECHO brand premium Power Blend X Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FC FD certified oil such as ECHO premium Power Blend X will void the two stroke engine warranty 44 DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care wh
23. necessary check for missing parts ECHO chain saw 13 x 19 mmT wrench Small screwdriver Instruction manual Boies cee OITS O X mm MECHO EC Bolts 6 x 20 mm Ls SAY SARE mA Washers 6 mm pi Nuts 6 mm INSTRUCTION MANUAL CHAIN SAW CS 8000 TYPE1 E Limited warranty Warranty registration ECHO Power Blend X statement card 2 stroke oil sample MECHO ECHO INCORPORATED EMISSIONS AND WARRANTY STATEMENTS FOR EPA PHASE 2 CALIFORNIA TIER HI EMISSION MODELS Guide bar MECHO gt 5 CS 8000 TYPE1 E NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS UECHO INSTRUCTION MANUAL CHAIN SAW CS 8000 TYPE1 E i 4 ee les for safe 7 T A p lai CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL X505 002040 WARNING 4 DANGER Part Number 890191 30131 Hold the chain saw firmly with both 24 hands 29 Don t let the nose of the guide bar contact any obstruction 890191 30131 Tip contact may suddenly move the a bar upward and backward B X524 001672 which may cause serious injury 890191 31731 890161 31733 22 Part Number X524 001672 REPLACEMENT BAR AND CHAIN GUIDE BAR CHAIN PART NO TYPE LINKS 20 20D0PS3870 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 70 24 24D0PS3881 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 81 27 27D0PS3893 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 93 32 32D0PS3805 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 105 36 36D0PS3816 OREGON 72LPX 72LGX 116 Or equivalent Note There may be other replacement components for achieving kickbac
24. our wrist in a bent extended or 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 See a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in your fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented CS 8000 TYPE1 E EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION e Wear eye protection goggles that meet ANSI Z 87 1 requirements Goggles meeting the requirements have the mark Z 87 stamped on them e Wear hearing protection If this guideline is not followed hearing loss can occur ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection at all times WEAR PROPER CLOTHING e Snug fitting durable clothing should be worn Pants should have long legs DO NOT WEAR SHORTS Do not wear loose fitting clothing scarves neckties jewelry or any item that may become tangled in surrounding growth or the chain saw itself e Wear shoes with non skid soles DO NOT wear open toed shoes or operate unit barefooted e Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the chain saw handles The gloves also help reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands dav HUMID WEATHER e Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afte
25. pper and stops this position indicates maximum discharge volume 15 mL min at 7000 r min Do not turn the adjusting knob beyond the maximum or minimum limit of volume adjustment 25 CS 8000 TYPE1 E SETTING THE SAW CHAIN Preset tie strap Drive link a Left hand cutter Top plate ne euep E X Side plate x Guard link WA Depth guage oe Ge Q Ans Right hand cutter Important points for proper maintenance of saw chain e Keep the cutters sharp at all times e Keep the left and the right 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 e Drive link serves to remove sawdust from the groove of the guide bar Keep the lower edge of the drive link sharp where indicated SETTING SAW CHAIN e For setting saw chain round file 5 6 mm dia 7 32 in and flat file are used e To keep correct position and correct angle use the file holder Sure Sharp Hold the file tipped 10 upward CS 8000 TYPE1 E 26 One fifth of file diameter remains above cutter edge e Place the depth gauge tool firmly on guide Depth gauge tool 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 Remove until flat with tool Be sure to round off the front edge of the depth gauge Properly filed cutters are shown in illu
26. r and move ignition switch down to STOP position NOTE lf engine does not stop pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again CHECKING CHAIN TENSION e Chain tension should be checked frequently during work and corrected as necessary e Tension the chain as tight as possible but so it can still be pulled easily along the bar by hand 44 CAUTION Do not operate with a loose chain CHAIN LUBRICATION TEST Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to half soeed for 30 seconds A thin line of thrown oil should be seen on the dry surface CUTTING INSTRUCTION GENERAL 44 CAUTION e Read the ECHO CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions e Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises e Do not let the tip of the bar touch anything while the engine is running At cutting speed the chain is moving ata high rate of speed Should the tip contact a limb or log while the chain is moving the tip will be pushed upward with considerable force This is known as kickback Avoid it In all circumstances the operation of the chain saw is a one man job It is difficult at times to take care for your own safety so don t assume the r
27. r wash it in suitable cleanig fluid if necessary or replace the air filter e Dry it completely before installation e Reinstall air filter and cover CHECK FUEL SYSTEM e Check before every use e After refueling make sure fuel does not leak from around fuel pipe fuel grommet or fuel tank cap e Incase of fuel leakage there is a danger of fire Stop using the machine immediately and request your dealer to inspect or replace SPARK PLUG Check periodically e The standard spark gap is 0 65 mm 0 026 in e Correct the spark gap if it is wider or narrower than the standard gap e Fastening torque 15 to 17 Ne m 130 to 145 in Ib FUEL FILTER e Check periodically e Do not allow dust to enter fuel tank e A clogged filter will cause difficulty in starting engine or abnormalities in engine performance e Pull the fuel filter out through fuel inlet port with a piece of steel wire or the like e When the filter is dirty replace it e When the inside of the fuel tank is dirty rinsing the tank out with gasoline can clean it OIL FILTER Check periodically e Do not allow dust to enter into oil tank e A clogged oil filter will affect the normal lubricating system e Pull it out through oil filling hole with a piece of steel wire or the like e Ifthe filter is dirty wash it in gasoline or replace it e When the inside of the tank gets dirty rinsing the tank out with gasoline can clean it Groove CA
28. re to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning 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 is unknown Keep your body warm especially the head and neck feet and ankles and hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the number of hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the chain saw or other hand held power equipment is not required If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration REENT STRESS INJURY It is believed that over using the muscles and tendons of the finger hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain to the areas just mentioned Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a repetitive stress injury RSI An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using y
29. rnoon hours when temperatures are cooler denna HOT SURFACES e During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot e Never suspend the saw on a lanyard with the engine running e Always use the saw from the right hand side of your body NEVER from the left side e Always wear proper safety clothing to protect your lower body from sharp saw chain and hot muffler e Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result SPARK 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 e 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 Maine are required to be equipped with a spark arrestor This requirement also applies to all U S Forest Service lands In some of these areas the spark arrestor system must be certified per USDA Forest Service Regulation SAE J335 Check with your local or state authorities for specific regulations in your area Failure to follow these requirements is a violation of the law CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE Rotational kickback i f A gt O PA
30. ront hand guard NOTE Move the chain brake lever Front hand guard fully rearward to remove or install the clutch cover to chain saw Clutch cover Pak Two nuts ar x 1 Remove spark plug lead See page 24 2 Remove two clutch cover nuts and remove clutch cover 3 Remove bar and saw chain if necessary See Maintenance and Care section for guide bar Spiked bumper saw chain maintenance procedures 4 For initial setup install soiked bumpers one on front of machine with two 6 x 14 mm bolts and one on clutch cover with two 6 x 20 mm bolts washers and nuts each 5 Mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier Install Guide bar chain with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward 6 Slide bar forward and ensure tensioner pin fits into lower adjustment hole 7 Unlock the chain brake and install the clutch cover over the guide bar studs Ensure brake band is positioned around clutch drum and hole at rear of clutch cover fits pin on engine cover Tighten clutch cover nuts finger tight 8 Turn saw over and check brake band for correct position on clutch drum If brake band is not in place around drum remove cover make sure brake is unlocked and reinstall Tighten clutch cover nuts finger tight Two bolts 6 x 14 mm 4 Spiked bumper ts 6 x 20 mm and washers Guide bar studs AK WARNING Improper clutch cover assembly can result in serious injury and will
31. rprise Sudden surprise contributes to accidents 2 Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle when the engine is running Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw Don t let go 3 Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions 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 CS 8000 TYPE1 E B Other Safety Precautions 1 Do not operate a chain saw with one hand Serious injury to the operator helpers bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one handed operation A chain saw is intended for two handed use 2 Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued 3 Use safety footwear snug fitting clothing and protective gloves Wear eye hearing and head protection devices 4 Use caution when handling fuel Move the chain saw at least 3 m 10 feet from the fueling point before starting the engine 5 Do not allow other persons to be near
32. stration When setting of the chain is finished soak it in oil and wash away filings completely before using When chain has been filed on the bar supply sufficient 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 prematurely If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin for instance clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil NOTE These angles are referred to as Oregon 72LPX or 72LGX To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer s instruction Top plate cutting angle Depth gauge Parallel 27 CS 8000 TYPE1 E TROUBLESHOOTING Problem hard to start does not start Engine Fuel at No fuel e Fuel filter clogged e Clean or replace cranks carburetor at carburetor Fuel line clogged e Clean e Carburetor e Ask your ECHO dealer Fuel at _ No fuel at e Carburetor e Ask your ECHO dealer cylinder cylinder Muffler wet e Fuel mixture is too rich e Open choke Eg with fuel e Clean replace air filter e Adjust carburetor e Ask your ECHO dealer Spark at No spark at e Ignition switch off e Turn switch on end of gt end of plug e Electrical problem e Ask your ECHO dealer plug wire wire e Spark gap incorrect e Adjust 0 6 mm to 0 7 mm Spark at No spark at 0 024 to 0 028 in plug plug e Covered with carbon e Clean or replace e Fouled with fuel e
33. than one third the trunk diameter DANGER e Kickback is generated when the rotation of the chain is arrested for some reason The most dangerous effect of this action occurs when the nose of the bar contacts another object the chain is momentarily stopped and all the energy of the engine throws the bar upwards and backwards towards the operator e The chain saw industry and government agencies have attempted to prescribe various safety devices but the best protection is to avoid kickback e Comply with the safety precautions as listed in this Manual and Safety Manual CS 8000 TYPE1 E CHAIN BRAKE OPERATION e Set the lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut e lf the brake is tripped by kickback reaction the Kickback motion chain will stop immediately Release the throttle to avoid possible damage to the engine or clutch e Do not attempt to operate the engine with the brake locked TESTING THE BRAKE Chain brake function e Start the engine on a solid level surface and run When the lever is pushed forward chain brake at a fast idle until warm instantly stops the chain e Hold the saw firmly by the handles and accelerate the engine to a fast idle e 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 chain does not stop immediately re
34. the chain saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area 6 Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area secure footing and a planned retreat path from the falling tree 7 Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running 8 Before you start the engine make sure that the saw chain is not contacting anything 9 Carry the chain saw with the engine 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 CS 8000 TYPE1 E 11 Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down 12 Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance 13 When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released 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 than items listed in the Instruction manual maintenance instructions
35. tions could cover Improper cover installation can result in serious injury and result in serious personal injury This chain saw is capable of severe kickback that could result in serious injury to the user Do not operate this chain saw unless you have extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for dealing with kickback ECHO chain saw with significantly reduced kickback potential are available cause severe damage to saw El freno de la cadena debe ser bloqueado antes de remover o de instalar la cubierta del embrague La instalaci n incorrecta de la cubierta Part Number 890191 30131 puede dar lugar a lesion seria y causar da o severo a la sierra TO AVOID KICKBACK E Locate this safety decal on your unit The complete Don t let the nose of the guide unit illustration found in the NOMENCLATURE OF Tip contact ey teeny move the PARTS section will help you locate them hy eae Make sure the decal 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 CS 8000 TYPE1 E 4 PACKING LIST The ECHO product you purchased has been After opening the carton check for damage factory pre assembled for your convenience Due to Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of packaging restrictions guide bar and saw chain damaged or missing parts Use the packing list to installation and other assembly may be
36. ts tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container 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 CS 8000 TYPE1 E CHAIN LUBRICANT a Proper lubrication of the chain while in operation Cap indication reduces the friction between the chain and the Fuel oil tanks are indicated by the following guide bar to a minimum and assures a longer illustrations on the caps service life e Use bar and chain oil of high quality for this purpose e Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems e Use ECHO bar and chain oil e When ECHO bar and chain oil is not available Use motor oil etc e Use bar and chain oil of the following grades Fuel tank cap Oil tank cap SAE No 30 in summer SAE No 10 in winter or when cutting resinous trees e When refueling also refill chain oil OPERATION WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD 4 amp CAUTION Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw e Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting e Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture Ignition switch It is not permitted to fill fuel above the shoulder level of fuel tank LAA A Start Run Q e Fill the chain oil tank
37. turn Chain brake unlock the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for When the lever is fully pulled toward the repair operator brake is unlocked NOTE e For practice while cutting a small tree push the lever forward to lock the brake e Confirm that the brake works properly before each use e f the chain brake is clogged with wood chips function of the brake may deteriorate Always keep the device clean e Do not increase engine revolution while the chain brake is locked e Use the chain brake only in starting or in emergencies e When using throttle latch at starting keep the chain brake locked And after starting the engine unlock the brake immediately IMPORTANT Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to avoid damage to the chain CS 8000 TYPE1 E 20 CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION The following combinations are recommended for model CS 8000 TYPE1 E Length ECHO Part No Links Double Guard Symmetrical OREGON 20D0PD3870 24D0PD3881 20D0PS3870 9 53 3 8 72LPX 72LGX 70 24D0PS3881 9 53 3 8 72LPX 72LGX 81 27D0PS3893 9 53 3 8 72LPX 72LGX 93 32D0PS3805 9 53 3 8 72LPX 72LGX 105 36D0PS3816 9 53 3 8 72LPX 72LGX 116 GUIDE BAR Replacement guide bars The following guide bars may be considered to have equivalent kickback energy e Sprocket nose guide bars of the same length and nose radius same pitch and having the same number of teeth e Hard nose guide bars of t
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