Echo CS-550P instruction manual Correct USE of Chain Brake, Spark Arrestor Muffler

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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.

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

Reduced radius belongs on top

Rotational kickback

Chain moving downward at impact

Linear kickback

Pinch

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.

This model needs to use low-kickback chain and bar.

Do not use a combination other than those specified on page 22.

For your own safety, do not remove the chain brake system.

USA

: ANSI Standard B175.1 - 2000

 

Safety Requirement for chain saws

Canada : CSA Standard Z 62.1 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 maintained in compliance with the Standard B175.1 - 2000.

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Contents Chain SAW Copyright 2010 All Rights Reserved Rules for Safe Operation Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw UsersOther Safety Precautions Symbols and Signs ContentsDecals Symbol FormWrench T27 Guide bar Saw chain Warranty registration Card CS-550PPacking List Echo chain sawX524-003550 Part Number Nomenclature of PartsChain tension adjuster Device to adjust chain tension Operator Safety Spark Arrestor Muffler Correct USE of Chain BrakePreparation for USE Guide BAR and SAW Chain INSTALLATION/REMOVALAdjusting Chain Tension Fuel Statement Fuel and LubricantExhaust and Evaporative EPA 2010 and/ or C.A.R.B. Tier Emission DataHandling Fuel Emission ControlChain Lubricant OperationStart / Run Choke When the Engine is ColdWhen the Engine is Warm Chain Lubrication Test RunningStopping Checking Chain TensionGeneral Cutting InstructionFelling the Tree Bucking LimbingChain brake unlock Testing the BrakeChain Brake Operation Chain brake functionWinter Operation Automatic Chain BrakeSAW Chain Low-kickback Replacement guide barsChain and Guide BAR Combination Guide BARSkill Levels Maintenance and CareMaintenance Intervals High Altitude Operation Carburetor AdjustmentFuel Filter AIR FilterCheck Fuel System Spark PlugAutomatic Oiler SprocketCylinder Fins Muffler Spark ArrestorSetting SAW Chain Setting the SAW ChainCS-550P Problem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingStorage After USE Technical DataExceptions Warranty StatementsPurchased Repair PARTS, Short Blocks and Accessories MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage