OPERATION

CS-400F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.

Winter Operation

Air cleaner cover - Use the winter plug (A) to prevent carburetor trouble in winter.

Remove air cleaner cover. Remove plug from warm weather position (B), and install into cold weather position (C).

Note: For operation at normal temperature (5°C, 41°F) return the plug to its original position. To prevent over heating of the engine.

A

C

B

Starting Cold Engine

Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw.

1.Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting.

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Chain brake

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Echo CS-400F instruction manual Winter Operation, Starting Cold Engine