INSTRUCTION MANUALCHAIN SAW WARNINGRead the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safeoperation.Failure to do so could result in serious i

8CS-440VIBRATION AND COLD• It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’sPhenomenon, which affects the fingers of certainindividuals, may be brought

9CS-440SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER• The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaustnoise and prevents hot, glowing particles ofcarbon from leaving the muff

10CS-440PREPARATION FOR USEBolt (A)Dimple (D)Recess (E)Front hole (C)Rear hole (B)Guide barKick Guard® WARNINGSaw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves

11CS-4405. Mount guide bar on studs and slide toward clutchto make saw chain installation easier. Installchain with cutters on top of guide bar facing

12CS-440FUEL AND LUBRICANTFuel Mix Chart 50 : 1(US) (METRIC)GAS OIL GAS OILGal. US. fl. oz. L mL1 2.6 4 802 5.2 8 1605 12.8 20 400FUEL STATEMENTGASOLI

13CS-440OIL TANK CAPFUEL TANK CAPCAP INDICATIONFuel/oil tanks are indicated by the followingillustrations.CHAIN LUBRICANTProper lubrication of the cha

14CS-440WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chainbrake before starting.• Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the

15CS-440RUNNING• When engine starts, keep idling for a fewminutes.• Set the brake lever in the unlocked positionbefore starting to cut.• Pull throttle

16CS-440CUTTING INSTRUCTIONGENERAL CAUTION• Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETYMANUAL” included with your chain saw foradditional cutting and safety ins

17CS-440FELLING THE TREEA falling tree can seriously damage anything it mayhit - a car, a house, a fence, a power-line, oranother tree.There are ways

Copyright © 2003 All Rights Reserved.The engine exhaust from thisproduct contains chemicals knownto the State of California to causecancer, birth d

18CS-440LIMBINGLimbing 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 car

19CS-440Chain brake functionWhen the lever is pushed forward, chain brakeinstantly stops the chain.Chain brake unlockWhen the lever is fully pulled, t

20CS-440END OF THE GUIDE BAR may be placed atthe height of about 35 cm.35 cmRear handle should be gripped lightly withthe right hand.AUTOMATIC CHAIN B

21CS-440CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATIONGuide Bar Saw chainLength ECHO Part No. Pitch Type Linksmm (in.) Double Guard mm (in.) (OREGON)406 (16) 16A0AD3

22CS-440MAINTENANCE AND CAREIMPORTANTTime intervals shown are maximum.Actual use and your experience will determinethe frequency of required maintenan

23CS-440CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTEvery unit is run at the factory and the carburetor isset in compliance with Emission Regulations. Inaddition, the carbur

24CS-4400.65 mm (0.026 in.)AIR FILTER• Check before every use.• Loosen three screws and remove air cleanercover and filter.• Brush off dust lightly, o

25CS-440Worn : 0.5 mm (0.020 in.)GUIDE BAR• Clean before using.- Clean the groove of the guide bar with a smallscrewdriver.- Clean oil holes with a wi

26CS-440SETTING THE SAW CHAINSharpen lower edgeDrive linkTie strapRight hand cutterPreset tie strapGuard linkTop plateSide plateDepth guageImportant p

27CS-440Side plate angleTop plate filing angle60°25°Parallel0.64 mm (0.025 in.)NOTEThese angles are referred to as Oregon 33SL.To sharpen other follow

1CS-440RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONA. Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw Users 1.With a basic understanding ofkickback, you can reduce or eliminat

28CS-440TROUBLESHOOTINGProblemEngine — hard to start Cause Remedy— does not startEngine Fuel at No fuel • Fuel filter clogged • Clean or replacecranks

29CS-440STORAGE AFTER USE• Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.- Completely clean every part and repair ifnecessary.- Apply thin coating of

2CS-440 1.Do not operate a chain saw with onehand! Serious injury to the operator,helpers, bystanders, or anycombination of these persons mayresult f

3CS-440CONTENTS WARNINGThe safety alert symbol accompanied by theword “WARNING” calls attention to an act orcondition which CAN lead to seriousperso

4CS-440TO AVOID KICKBACK1. Hold the chain saw firmly with bothhands.2. Don’t let the nose of the guidebar contact any obstruction.3. Tip contact may s

5CS-440PACKING LISTThe ECHO product you purchased has beenfactory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due topackaging restrictions, guide bar and saw

6CS-440 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS* If a decal cannot be read, a new one can beordered from your ECHO dealer.21201516171918145478 6910111213321890191-301

7CS-440NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS 1. Instruction manual - Included with unit.Read before operation and keep for futurereference to learn proper, safe oper