Remove muffler (B) and muffler gasket (C ). 5. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. iMPOrTanT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. 6. Inspect muffler gasket, and replace if damaged. 7. Install muffler gasket and muffler. 8. Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 60-95 in • lbf (70-110 kgf • cm). 9. I

• NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using. 3 Contents Page Rules for Safe Operation............................................................................

ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. X750010904 X7503196704 01/12 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION A. Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw Users WARNING! 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 may cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION, Kicki

Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree. Always hold the chain saw firmly with both hands when the engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. Keep ail parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running, Before you start the engine» make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything* Always carry

FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 898 615-6073 2 X750 313-050 2 © 2003 Printed in Japan 0512A 1099 ES INTRODUCTION This manual shows rules of safe operation, proper use, It is important for you to understand all safety servicing, and maintenance of your ECHO chain saw. precautions correctly before using your chain saw. Follow these instructions in order to maintain a good This chain saw is designed for cutting wood or wood operating condition and a long service life. products. Do

For your own safety, do not remove the chain brake system. USA : ANSI Standard B175.1 - 2000 Safety Requirement for chain saws Canada : CSA Standard Z 62.1 CHAIN SAWS WARNING ANSI Standard B175.1 - 2000 stipulates that the brake shall stop the chain 0.12 seconds at an engine speed of 13500 r/min. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to ensure that the brake is serviced, adjusted and tested strictly in accordance with the instructions as detailed herein in order to ensure that the brake