Echo CS-450P manual

Specifications, descriptions and illustrativ e material in th is literature are as accurate as known at the time of publ ication, but are subject to change without notice . Illustrations ma y include optional equipment and accessories, and ma y not include all standard equipment. Instruction Manual X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. x7722271404 / x77[...]

2 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS CS-450P TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ...... .......................... ...................... ......................... ....................... ........ ........... ....................... .................. 2 Packing List ............ ....................... ......................... ....[...]

CS-450P PACKING LIST © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 3 PACKING LIST The ECHO product y ou purchased has been factory pre-as semb led for y our conv enience . Due to packaging restrictions, guide bar and sa w chain installation and other assemb ly may be necessary . After opening the car ton, chec k for damage . Immediately notify your retailer or [...]

4 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-450P SAFETY Rules For Safe Operation Kic kback Saf ety Precautions for Ch ain Saw Users KICKBACK may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases ma y cause a lightning fast rev erse REA CTION, Ki[...]

CS-450P SAFETY © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 5 Correct Use Of Chain Brake Chain Brake Operation • Set the le ver in the unlock ed position before star ting to cut. • If the brak e is tripped by kic kback reaction, the chain will stop immediately . Relea se the throttle to av oid possib le damage to the engine or clutch. • Do not attempt to[...]

6 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-450P A utomatic Chain Brake Kic kback produced from the tip of the guide bar will tr ip the automatic chain br ake. T o mak e sure that the automatic chain brak e operates properly , f ollow these steps: 1. Stop the engine . 2. Hold the saw with the guide bar appro ximately 35 cm (14 in.) abov e a wooden[...]

CS-450P SAFETY © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 7 14. K eep the handles dry , clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. 15. Operate the chain saw only in well v entilated areas . 16. Do not operat e a chain saw in a tree unless y ou hav e been specifically tr ained to do so . 17. All chain saw service, other than items listed in the Instr uction man [...]

8 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-450P Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/o r safety precautions are not followed. Prope r clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical Condition Y our judgment and ph ysical de xter it[...]

CS-450P SAFETY © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 9 The ignition components  of thi s machine generate an electromagnetic field  during opera tion which may interfere with some pacemakers.  To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operatin[...]

10 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-450P All over head electrical conductors and com munications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against el ectrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may resul t. Do not operate this product indoors or in inad[...]

CS-450P EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE) © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 11 Manual Safety Symbols an d Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself , you will find saf ety aler ts a nd helpful, inf or mational messages preceded by symbols or ke y words. The f ollow ing is an expla nation of those symbols and ke y [...]

12 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION CS-450P DESCRIPTION Locate the saf ety decal(s) on your unit. Mak e sure the decal(s) is legib le and that you understand an d follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a ne w one can be ordered from y our ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING instr uctions f or specific inf or mation. 1 [...]

CS-450P DESCRIPTION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 13 1. Chain Brake Le ver/Front hand guar d - Locks and unloc ks the chain brak e to stop or allow sa w chain rotation. Guard betw een the front handle and the sa w chain helps protect the hand from injuries if the hand slips off the handle . 2. Spark arrestor m uffler or spark arrestor muffler wi[...]

14 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION CS-450P Preparation For Use Saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assemb ly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Using improper replacement components or removi ng safety devices may result in serious or fatal injury. Note: The machine ma y be deliv ered with guide bar and saw[...]

CS-450P DESCRIPTION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 15 7. Mount guide bar on studs (G) and slide to ward sproc ket (K) to make sa w chain installation easier . Install saw chain around sprock et and guide bar as sho wn, with cutters on top of guide bar f acing fo rward. 8. Install the sproc ket guard o ver the guide bar studs . Ensure chain tensio[...]

16 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION CS-450P 4. Hold the bar nose up , and tur n the adjuster scre w (A) cloc kwise until chain contacts underside of the bar . 5. Tighten nuts with the bar nose he ld up. 6. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if yo u feel tight spots . Tighten guide bar nuts to 2 0 to 23 N•m (1[...]

CS-450P OPERATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 17 OPERATION Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% etha nol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gaso line engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unin[...]

18 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-450P Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approv ed fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-strok e oil to gasoline . 3. Close container and shak e to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline , close fuel container , and remix. Spilled fuel is a le[...]

CS-450P OPERATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 19 Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo re removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. En[...]

20 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-450P 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture . Do not ov er fill. 3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubr icant. Do not o ver fill. 4. Mov e ignition s witch (A) to “ RU N ” position. 5. Push purge pump (B) 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visib le in purge pump . 6. Pull choke control kno b all the wa[...]

CS-450P OPERATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 21 Starting Warm Engine Make sure the bar and chain are free from a ny obstruction when starting the chain saw. 1. Mov e chain brak e le ver fully f orward to loc k chain brak e bef ore star ting. 2. Confir m there is fuel a nd chain oil in the tanks. 3. Mov e ignition s witch to “ RU N ” posit[...]

22 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-450P 7. Be sure that sa w chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released. Stopping 1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle . 2. Mov e ignition s witch (A) down to “stop” position. Note: If engine does not stop , pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine. Return the unit [...]

CS-450P OPERATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 23 • Do not let the tip of the bar touch an ything while the engine is running. At cutting spee d the chain is moving at a high rate of speed. Should the tip co ntact a limb or log while the chain is moving, the tip will be p ushed upward with considerable force. This is known as kickback. Avoid [...]

24 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-450P Begin the cut on the side to which the tree is to f all. Cut a notch about 1/3 of the w ay into the tree . The position of this notch is impor tant since the tree will try to fall “into ” the notch. The f elling cut is made on the side opposite the notch and at a lev el about 5 cm (2 in.) ab[...]

CS-450P OPERATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 25 Bucking Buck ing is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces . There are a f ew basic rules which apply to all b ucking operation s. • K eep both hands on the ha ndles at all times. • Suppor t logs if possib le. • When cutting on a slope or hillside , alwa ys stand uphill. K [...]

26 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-450P Chain And Guide Bar Combination The f ollowing combination s are recommended f or model CS-450P . 20LPX Chain is a high-performan ce chain intended for professional or experienced chain saw operators, and increases ris k of kickback. Use of replacement saw chain and/o r guide bar other than that[...]

CS-450P MAINTENANCE © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 27 MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo re removing obstructions, clearing debris, or serv[...]

28 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-450P Carburetor Adjustment Ev er y unit is run at the fa ctor y and the carbure tor is set in compliance with Emission Regulations . In addition, the carburetor is equipped with “ H ” (High Speed) and “ L ” (Lo w Speed) needle adjustment limite rs that prev ent settings outside acceptab le [...]

CS-450P MAINTENANCE © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 29 Air Filter 1. Check bef ore ev er y use . 2. Close chok e ( ). 3. Remov e air cleaner cov er (A) and air filter (B). 4. Lightly brush dust off air filter , or clean with compressed air , or replace the air filter . 5. Install air filter and co ver . Spark Plug • Check periodically . • The [...]

30 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-450P Automatic Oiler • The discharge v olume of the automatic oiler is adjusted to appro ximately 4 mL/min at 7000 r/min, prior to shipment from f actor y . • Alwa ys check oil discharge when in use . • T urn adjusting screw (A) countercloc kwise to increase oil v olume, cloc kwise to decreas[...]

CS-450P MAINTENANCE © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 31 Some tree sap and resins are corrosiv e. Thoroughly wash the guide bar and sproc ket areas after each use , then coat metal par ts with light oil. Cooling System Cleaning • Check periodically . • Clogged fins will result in poor engine cooling. 1. Remov e air cleaner cov er , cylinder cove[...]

32 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-450P Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. 1. Remov e air cleaner cov e r and remo ve spark plug lead. 2. Remov e guide bar and sa w chain. See "Guide Bar and Saw Chain Installation/Remov al." 3. Remov e muffler suppor t brac ket (A). 4. Place piston at top dead center . 5. Remov e muffler . Che[...]

CS-450P MAINTENANCE © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 33 Setting The Saw Chain Impor tant points f or proper maintenance of sa w chain: • K eep the cutters sharp at all times. • K eep the left and the right cutters properly aligned. • Note that b lunt or irregular cutters will result in poor cutting perf or mance , increased vibration of chain[...]

34 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-450P • Place the depth gaug e tool fir mly on guidebar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of depth gauge with the flat file until flat with top of the d epth gauge tool. • One fifth of the file diameter remains abo ve cutter edge . • Be sure to round off the front edge of the depth [...]

CS-450P TROUBLESHOOTING © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flamm able and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug nea r cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TR OUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy En[...]

36 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. STORAGE CS-450P STORAGE Storage After Use • Inspect and adjust e v er y par t of the chain saw . • Completely clean e v er y par t and repair if necessar y . • Apply thin coating of oil on metal par ts to pre vent rust. • Remov e chain and guide bar . • Drain fuel tank complet ely . Press purge bulb 6 -[...]

CS-450P TECHNICAL DATA © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 37 TECHNICAL DATA * T echnical data subject to change without notice . Model CS-450P Length 400 mm (15 .7 in.) Width 252 mm (9.9 in.) Height 278 mm (10. 9 in.) Dry weight 5.1 kg ( 11.2 lb.) Without ch ain and guide bar Engine Air-cooled two-stroke single cylinder Displacem ent 45 .0 mL (2.746 [...]

38 X7503197605 © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS CS-450P WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in materia l and workmanshi[...]

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CS-450P SERVICING INFORMATION © 01/2014 ECHO Inc. X7503197605 43 SERVICING INFORMATION Parts/Serial Number Genuine ECHO P ar ts and ECHO REPOWER™ P ar ts and Assemblies f or your ECHO p roducts are av ailable only from a n A uthorized ECHO Dealer . When you do need to buy par ts al ways hav e the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with y[...]

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