Echo CS-400F instruction manual Description

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DESCRIPTION

CS-400F

 

 

1.Chain Brake Lever/Front hand guard - Locks and unlocks the chain brake to stop or allow saw chain rotation. Guard between the front handle and the saw chain helps protect the hand from injuries if the hand slips off the handle.

2.Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst - The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

3.Tip guard - Anti-kickback device attached to the bar nose.

4.Saw chain - Chain, serving as a cutting tool.

5.Guide bar - The part that supports and guides the saw chain.

6.Spiked bumper - Device, fitted in front of the guide bar mounting point, acting as a pivot when in contact with a tree or log.

7.Chain catcher - A projection designed to reduce the risk of the operator’s right hand from being hit by a chain which has broken or derailed from the guide bar during cutting.

8.Tool-less sprocket guard knob - Device for installing and removing guide bar cover.

9.Chain tension adjuster - Device to adjust chain tension.

10.Chain Brake/Sprocket Guard - Protective cover for the chain brake, guide bar, saw chain, clutch, and sprocket when the chain saw is in use.

11.Rear hand guard - Extension on the lower part of the rear handle for protecting the hand from the chain if it breaks or degrooves.

12.Choke control knob - Device for enriching the fuel/air mixture in the carburetor to aid cold starting. Also activates fast idle throttle latch.

13.Purge pump - When starting engine, push purge pump 3 or 4 times.

14.Air cleaner cover - Covers air filter.

15.Cleaner cover knob - Device for installing the air cleaner cover.

16.Spark plug - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

17.Ignition switch - Device for connecting and disconnecting the ignition system and thus allowing the engine to be started or stopped.

18.Throttle trigger lockout - A safety lever which must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. Prevents accidental operation of the throttle trigger.

19.Rear handle (for the right hand) - Support handle located towards the rear of the engine housing.

20.Throttle trigger - Device activated by the operator’s finger, for controlling the engine speed. Also releases fast idle throttle latch when squeezed and released immediately after starting engine.

21.Fuel tank cap - For sealing the fuel tank.

22.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.

23.Oil tank cap - For sealing the oil tank.

24.Front handle (for the left hand) - Support handle located at the front of the engine housing.

25.Cylinder cover - The cooling airflow grill. It covers the cylinder, spark plug and silencer.

CHAIN SAW TERMS

1.Fast Idle -Throttle setting that causes engine to operate at a faster speed for easier starting.

2.Throttle Latch - Device that sets idle speed to fast idle when choke control is operated.

3.Chain Brake - Stops the saw chain.

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Contents Chain SAW Burn HazardTable of Contents Packing List CS-400FSafety Rules For Safe OperationChain Brake Operation Testing The BrakeCorrect Use Of Chain Brake Other Safety Precautions Automatic Chain BrakeCS-400F Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Vibration and Cold Repetitive Stress InjuriesSafety Symbols and Signs Hot SurfaceEPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. Tier Manual Safety Symbols and Important InformationEmission Control Exhaust / Evaporative Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance PeriodDescription Description Tip Guard to Bar Instructions Guide Bar and Saw Chain Installation/RemovalPreparation For Use Description Adjusting Chain Tension Fuel Requirements OperationFuel Handling FuelChain Lubricant Mixing InstructionsWinter Operation Starting Cold EngineSevere brake damage will result Starting Warm Engine RunningChain Lubrication Test StoppingChecking Chain Tension Cutting InstructionsFelling The Tree Limbing Bucking Saw Chain Chain And Guide Bar CombinationGuide Bar Skill Levels MaintenanceMaintenance Intervals Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break-InCheck Fuel System Air FilterSpark Plug Fuel FilterDecrease Increase Automatic OilerOil Filter Spark Arrestor Muffler Cooling System CleaningSprocket Exhaust Port Cleaning Spark Arrestor ScreenSetting The Saw Chain Setting Saw ChainMaintenance Troubleshooting Engine Problem Troubleshooting ChartStorage Storage After UseTechnical Data NGK BPM8YWarranty Statements ExceptionsWarranty Statements CS-400F CS-400F Servicing Information ServiceWarranty Registration Additional or Replacement Manuals Parts/Serial NumberECHO, Incorporated