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MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries.
Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.
Always stop unit, disconnect spark plug or remove battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
Allow the unit to cool before performing maintenance or adjustments. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.

WARNING
Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders. Always follow all maintenance instructions as written, otherwise serious personal injury can result.


DCS-2500T - MAINTENANCE

Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble-free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to do it yourself or have the dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs.

NOTICE
The use of emission control components other than those specifically designed for this unit is a violation of federal law.


Skill Levels

  • Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.

  • Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.

  • Level 3 = See your dealer.

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Servicing Guidelines

COMPONENT OR SYSTEMMAINTENANCE PROCEDURESkill Level
Daily Or Before Use
Saw ChainInspect / Sharpen / Replace / Clean2
Battery / Battery CompartmentInspect / Clean / Charge1
Guide BarInspect / Clean1
Cooling System / Air FilterInspect / Clean / Replace2
Chain BrakeInspect / Clean / Replace2
Screws / Nuts / BoltsInspect / Tighten / Replace1

Monthly Maintenance

COMPONENT OR SYSTEMMAINTENANCE PROCEDURESkill Level
Oil Filter / Oil TankInspect / Clean / Replace1
SprocketInspect / Replace2

WARNING
If not maintained properly, the product may pose a serious risk to physical health.

NOTICE
If not maintained properly, the product’s performance may deteriorate. Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. When you find anything wrong, ask your ECHO dealer for repair.

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