Echo CS-370 Operator's Manual

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CS-370
WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain
brake before starting.
• Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle.
• Choke may be used if necessary, but be sure to
push it back on first firing sound.
• After starting the engine, pull front hand guard
towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake
unlocked position)
WHEN THE ENGINE IS HARD TO
START
CAUTION
Make sure bar and chain are free from any
obstruction when starting the saw.
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain
brake before starting.
• Press throttle trigger lockout down while
grasping throttle trigger and push in throttle latch.
• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle.
• When engine starts, immediately squeeze
throttle trigger, to release throttle latch, and pull
front hand guard towards the operator
immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position)
CAUTION
The chain will attempt to rotate when engine
is started with throttle latch engaged.
After engine starts, release throttle trigger to
idle engine, otherwise brake damage may
occur. Never use throttle latch for cutting.
Use it only when starting the engine.
Throttle trigger lockout
CAUTION
1. When using throttle latch for starting, keep
the brake in lock position.
2. After starting the engine, squeeze throttle
trigger slightly to release throttle latch and
pull front hand guard towards the operator
immediately.
(Chain brake unlocked position)
3. Do not increase engine speed while chain
brake is engaged.
4. Use the chain brake only in starting or in
emergencies.
Starter handle
PUSH
Throttle latch
Throttle trigger
Chain brake
START/RUN
Ignition switch
Unlock chain brake
Unlock chain brake
OPEN CHOKE
Choke control knob

Echo CS-370 Specifications

General

Brand	Echo
Model	CS-370
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English