Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS CS-310 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 2Packing List ...............................
Page 3 - PACKING LIST
CS-310 PACKING LIST © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 3 PACKING LIST The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, guide bar and saw chain installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. ...
Page 4 - SAFETY; Rules For Safe Operation
4 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-310 SAFETY Rules For Safe Operation Kickback Safety Precautions for Chain 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 may c...
Page 5 - Chain Brake Operation
CS-310 SAFETY © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 5 Correct Use Of Chain Brake Chain Brake Operation • Set the lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut. • If the brake is tripped by kickback reaction, the chain will stop immediately. Release the throttle to avoid possible damage to the engi...
Page 6 - Automatic Chain Brake
6 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY CS-310 Automatic Chain Brake Kickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip the automatic chain brake. To make sure that the automatic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Hold the saw with the guide bar approxi...
Page 7 - Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas.; NEVER
CS-310 SAFETY © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 7 14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. 15. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas. 16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have been specifically trained to do so. 17. All chain saw service, other tha...
Page 9 - Vibration and Cold; power equipment is not required.; Repetitive Stress Injuries; • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.
CS-310 SAFETY © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 9 The ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and th...
Page 12 - Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information; CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL; Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance Period)
12 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE) CS-310 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an e...
Page 13 - DESCRIPTION; United States
CS-310 DESCRIPTION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 13 DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instru...
Page 14 - Guide bar - The part that supports and guides the saw chain.; sprocket when the chain saw is in use.; CHAIN SAW TERMS
14 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION CS-310 1. Chain Brake Lever/Front hand guard - Locks and unlocks the chain brake to stop or allow saw chain rotation. Guard between the front handle and the saw chain helps protect the hand from injuries if the hand slips off the handle. 2. Spark arrest...
Page 15 - Note: The machine may be delivered with guide bar, tip guard, and; Tip Guard To Bar Instructions; rear
CS-310 DESCRIPTION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 15 Preparation For Use Saw Chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: The machine may be delivered with guide bar, tip guard, and saw chain separated. Install guide bar, tip guard, ...
Page 16 - Install sprocket guard over guide bar studs. Ensure chain; Adjusting Chain Tension; Remove air cleaner cover and disconnect spark plug lead.
16 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION CS-310 5. Mount guide bar (L) on studs, and slide toward sprocket to make saw chain installation easier. Install saw chain (M) around sprocket and guide bar as shown, with cutters on top of guide bar facing forward. 6. Install sprocket guard over guide ...
Page 17 - Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if
CS-310 DESCRIPTION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 17 5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. Tighten guide bar nuts to 4.5 – 7.5 N•m (40 – 65 in•lbf) DO NOT over-tighten nuts. Damage to saw may result. 6. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. N...
Page 18 - OPERATION; Fuel; Fuel Requirements; premixed with ECHO Red Armor; Handling Fuel; Use an approved fuel container.
18 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-310 OPERATION Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of...
Page 19 - Mixing Instructions; After use; Chain Lubricant
CS-310 OPERATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 19 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel ...
Page 20 - • Remove air cleaner cover. Remove plug from warm weather; Starting Cold Engine; Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake
20 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-310 Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep 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 before removing obstru...
Page 21 - Do not start engine before chain brake is locked.
CS-310 OPERATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 21 2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over fill. 3. Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill. 4. Move ignition switch (A) to “RUN” position. 5. Push purge pump (B) 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in purge pump. 6. Pu...
Page 23 - Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle.; Checking Chain Tension; Do not operate with a loose chain.; Chain Lubrication Test; A thin line of “thrown” oil should be seen on the dry surface.; Cutting Instructions; General
CS-310 OPERATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 23 7. Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released. Stopping 1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle. 2. Move ignition switch (A) down to “stop” position. Note: If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out...
Page 24 - Note: Some material may adversely affect the housings of your; Felling The Tree
24 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-310 • Do not let the tip of the bar touch anything while the engine is running. At cutting speed the chain is moving at a high rate of speed. Should the tip contact a limb or log while the chain is moving, the tip will be pushed upward with considerabl...
Page 25 - Limbing
CS-310 OPERATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 25 Begin the cut on the side to which the tree is to fall. Cut a notch about 1/3 of the way into the tree. The position of this notch is important since the tree will try to fall “into” the notch. The felling cut is made on the side opposite the notch...
Page 26 - Bucking; • Keep both hands on the handles at all times.; Support
26 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION CS-310 Bucking Bucking is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces. There are a few basic rules which apply to all bucking operations. • Keep both hands on the handles at all times. • Support logs if possible. • When cutting on a slope or hi...
Page 27 - The following combinations are recommended for model CS-310.; Replacement guide bars.; Saw Chain
CS-310 OPERATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 27 Chain And Guide Bar Combination The following combinations are recommended for model CS-310. Use of replacement saw chain and/or guide bar other than that specified, or operation without the “tip guard” in place, may cause severe kickback resulting...
Page 28 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; ECHO offers REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; Maintenance Intervals
28 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-310 MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep 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 before r...
Page 29 - High Altitude Operation; Make sure the bar and chain are properly adjusted.
CS-310 MAINTENANCE © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 29 Carburetor Adjustment Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with Emission Regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with “H” (High Speed) and “L” (Low Speed) needle adjustment limiters that prevent se...
Page 34 - Setting Saw Chain
34 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE CS-310 Setting The Saw Chain Important points for proper maintenance of saw chain: • Keep the cutters sharp at all times. • Keep the left and the right cutters properly aligned. • Note that blunt or irregular cutters will result in poor cutting performa...
Page 36 - TROUBLESHOOTING
36 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING CS-310 TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTI...
Page 37 - STORAGE; Storage After Use; • Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.
CS-310 STORAGE © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 37 STORAGE Storage After Use • Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw. • Completely clean every part and repair if necessary. • Apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent rust. • Remove chain and guide bar. • Drain fuel tank completely....
Page 38 - TECHNICAL DATA; * Technical data subject to change without notice.
38 X7503270007 © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. TECHNICAL DATA CS-310 TECHNICAL DATA * Technical data subject to change without notice. Model CS-310 Length 396 mm (15.6 in.) Width 232 mm (9.1 in.) Height 273 mm (10.7 in.) Dry weight 4.0 kg (8.8 lb.) Without chain and guide bar Engine Air-cooled two-stroke single...
Page 39 - WARRANTY STATEMENTS
CS-310 WARRANTY STATEMENTS © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 39 WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from...
Page 41 - NOTES
CS-310 NOTES © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 41 NOTES
Page 43 - SERVICING INFORMATION; Service
CS-310 SERVICING INFORMATION © 08/2013 ECHO Inc. X7503270007 43 SERVICING INFORMATION Parts/Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and...