Echo CS-271T Operator's Manual

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CS-271T
Chain brake function
When the lever is pushed forward, chain brake
instantly stops the chain.
Chain brake unlock
When the lever is fully pulled toward the
operator, brake is unlocked.
When the bar nose hits another tree, etc.
Improper thrust cutting
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 engine or
clutch.
• Donotattempttooperatetheenginewiththe
brake locked.
TESTING THE BRAKE
• Starttheengineonasolidlevelsurfaceandrun
at a fast idle until warm.
• Holdthesawrmlybythehandlesand
accelerate the engine to a fast idle.
• Slowlyoperatethechainbrakeleverwhile
holding the saw firmly on the ground.
When the brake lever trips, the chain should
stop.
Immediately release the throttle trigger.
WARNING
If the chain does not stop immediately, return
the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for
repair.
NOTICE
•Forpractice,whilecuttingasmalltree,push
the lever forward to lock the brake.
•Conrmthatthebrakeworksproperlybefore
each use.
•Ifthechainbrakeiscloggedwithwoodchips,
function of the brake may deteriorate.
Always keep the device clean.
•Donotincreaseenginerevolutionwhilethe
chain brake is locked.
•Usethechainbrakeonlyinstartingorin
emergencies.
•Whenusingthrottlelatchatstarting,keepthe
chain brake locked.
And after starting the engine, unlock the brake
immediately.
IMPORTANT
Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to
avoid damage to the chain.
Kickback motion
Kickback motion

Echo CS-271T Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	26.9 cc
Bar Length	12 inches
Chain Pitch	3/8 inch
Fuel Capacity	0.21 L
Chain Oil Type	Bar and chain oil
Chain Gauge	0.050 inch
Oil Capacity	160 ml