Echo CS-550P instruction manual Preparation for USE, Guide BAR and SAW Chain INSTALLATION/REMOVAL

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PREPARATION FOR USE

WARNING

Unlock chain brake

Brake lever

(Front hand guard)

Spiked bumper

Two nuts Clutch cover

Saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN INSTALLATION/REMOVAL

1.Remove spark plug lead. (See page 25)

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/ saw chain maintenance procedures.

Clutch

Guide bar studs

Clutch cover

 

Guide bar adjuster hole

Nuts

 

4.Unlock the chain brake, and mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutch to make saw chain installation easier. Install chain with cutters on top of guide bar facing foward.

5.Install the clutch cover over the guide bar studs. Ensure chain tension adjuster pin fits into the guide bar adjuster hole. Tighten clutch cover nuts finger tight.

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Contents Chain SAW Copyright 2010 All Rights Reserved Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw Users Rules for Safe OperationOther Safety Precautions Contents Symbols and SignsSymbol Form DecalsGuide bar Saw chain Warranty registration Card CS-550P Packing ListEcho chain saw Wrench T27Nomenclature of Parts X524-003550 Part NumberChain tension adjuster Device to adjust chain tension Operator Safety Correct USE of Chain Brake Spark Arrestor MufflerGuide BAR and SAW Chain INSTALLATION/REMOVAL Preparation for USEAdjusting Chain Tension Fuel and Lubricant Fuel StatementEmission Data Handling FuelEmission Control Exhaust and Evaporative EPA 2010 and/ or C.A.R.B. TierOperation Chain LubricantWhen the Engine is Cold When the Engine is WarmStart / Run Choke Running StoppingChecking Chain Tension Chain Lubrication TestCutting Instruction GeneralFelling the Tree Limbing BuckingTesting the Brake Chain Brake OperationChain brake function Chain brake unlockAutomatic Chain Brake Winter OperationLow-kickback Replacement guide bars Chain and Guide BAR CombinationGuide BAR SAW ChainMaintenance and Care Maintenance IntervalsSkill Levels Carburetor Adjustment High Altitude OperationAIR Filter Check Fuel SystemSpark Plug Fuel FilterSprocket Cylinder FinsMuffler Spark Arrestor Automatic OilerSetting the SAW Chain Setting SAW ChainCS-550P Troubleshooting Problem Cause RemedyTechnical Data Storage After USEWarranty Statements ExceptionsPurchased Repair PARTS, Short Blocks and Accessories MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage