Sharp R-370ES Instruction Manual

Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to chan

10 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.SAFETY CS-370All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltage

CS-370 SAFETY© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 11Symbols and Signs Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/

12 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE) CS-370Manual Safety Symbols and Important InformationThroughout this manual

CS-370 DESCRIPTION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 13DESCRIPTIONLocate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you

14 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.DESCRIPTION CS-3701. Chain Brake Lever/Front hand guard - Locks and unlocks the chain brake to stop or allow saw chai

CS-370 DESCRIPTION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 153. Clutch - Turns drive sprocket when engine rpm is fast enough to provide the power needed for cut

16 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.DESCRIPTION CS-3705. Mount guide bar on studs (E) and slide toward sprocket (F) to make saw chain installation easier

CS-370 DESCRIPTION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 173. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster screw (A) clockwise until chain contacts underside o

18 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.OPERATION CS-370OPERATIONFuelAlternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeti

CS-370 OPERATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 19Mixing Instructions1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.2.

2 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.TABLE OF CONTENTS CS-370TABLE OF CONTENTSTable of Contents...

20 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.OPERATION CS-370Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects aw

CS-370 OPERATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 212. Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over fill.3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant.

22 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.OPERATION CS-370• After starting the engine, immediately squeeze and then release throttle trigger to release throttl

CS-370 OPERATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 23RunningThe saw chain should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.Note: If

24 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.OPERATION CS-370Do not operate with a loose chain.Chain Lubrication TestHold the chain just above a dry surface and o

CS-370 OPERATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 25Start the engine, see that it is running properly. Squeeze the trigger to open the throttle wide open

26 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.OPERATION CS-370LimbingLimbing a fallen tree is much the same as bucking. Never stand on the tree that you are limbin

CS-370 OPERATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 27Chain And Guide Bar CombinationThe following combinations are recommended for model CS-370.Use of rep

28 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE CS-370MAINTENANCEMoving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loo

CS-370 MAINTENANCE© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 29 Carburetor AdjustmentEvery unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with

CS-370 PACKING LIST© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 3PACKING LISTThe ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due

30 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE CS-370Air Filter1. Check before every use.2. Close choke ( ).3. Remove air cleaner cover (A) and air filt

CS-370 MAINTENANCE© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 31Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produ

32 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE CS-370Sprocket• A damaged sprocket will cause premature damage or wear of saw chain. • When the sprocket

CS-370 MAINTENANCE© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 33Spark Arrestor ScreenCarbon deposits in muffler will cause drop in engine output and overheating. S

34 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE CS-370Setting The Saw ChainImportant points for proper maintenance of saw chain:• Keep the cutters sharp

CS-370 MAINTENANCE© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 35• Place the depth gauge tool firmly on guidebar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of dep

36 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.TROUBLESHOOTING CS-370TROUBLESHOOTINGFuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never t

CS-370 STORAGE© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 37STORAGEStorage After Use• Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.• Completely clean every part

38 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.TECHNICAL DATA CS-370TECHNICAL DATA* Technical data subject to change without notice.Model CS-370Length 393 mm (15.5

CS-370 WARRANTY STATEMENTS© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 39WARRANTY STATEMENTSECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGIN

4 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.SAFETY CS-370SAFETYRules For Safe OperationKickback Safety Precautions for Chain Saw UsersKICKBACK may occur when the

40 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.WARRANTY STATEMENTS CS-370 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES

CS-370 NOTES© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 41NOTES

42 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.NOTES CS-370

CS-370 SERVICING INFORMATION© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 43SERVICING INFORMATIONParts/Serial NumberGenuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and As

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CS-370 SAFETY© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 5Correct Use Of Chain BrakeChain Brake Operation• Set the lever in the unlocked position before starting t

6 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.SAFETY CS-370Automatic Chain BrakeKickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip the automatic chain brake.

CS-370 SAFETY© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 714. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.15. Operate the chain saw only in well v

8 X7503251407© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.SAFETY CS-370Personal Condition and Safety EquipmentUsers of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the

CS-370 SAFETY© 12/2013 ECHO Inc.X7503251407 9The ignition componentsof this machine generate an electromagnetic fieldduring operation which may inte