ICS 680ES Operator's Manual

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680ES OPERATOR MANUAL37© 2015 ICS®, Blount International Inc. Specifications are subject tochange without notice. REV071315 F/N 577451MAINTENANCEAFTER EACH USE1. After cutting, pull trigger to spin the chain for at least 15 seconds with thewater on to flush slurry and debris from chain, guidebar and drive sprocket.2. Stop saw and wash concrete slurry from saw assembly with special attentionto the starter housing and flywheel. Do not let slurry dry on saw as it will bevery difficult to remove later.3. Avoid getting any water in the carburetor or exhaust system. If water enters theexhaust port, it can enter the carburetor. To make sure there is no water in theexhaust system, assure the multi-function lever is set to “STOP” position, pointthe guidebar tip down and pull the starter handle several times to expel waterfrom muffler.4. Remove the chain and guidebar. Flush out the chain tensioner and side coverwith water. Lubricate tensioner with waterproof grease.5. After cleaning the saw, spray the entire saw body, chain, guidebar, and drivesprocket with lightweight oil. Using lightweight oil on the saw will minimize rustand help reduce slurry build up.6. Inspect and tighten all fasteners as necessary.7. Inspect drive sprocket for wear. Replace if tooth tips are pointed, or if groovecuts through top of tooth.8. Check clutch cup needle bearing for wear. Assure clutch cup spins freely andwithout excessive play.9. Check starter cord for wear or damage. Replace as necessary.10. Inspect air filter. Replace filter if dirty or wet.11. Spray lightweight oil into the air intake slots on the starter housing and flywheel(this will prevent the starter pawls from sticking).IMPORTANTAFTER EVERY 10 HOURS OF USE1. Remove the starter cover and clean the flywheel fins and the starter pawls witha wire brush, then apply waterproof grease to the starter pawls.2. Remove the spark plug and clean with a wire brush. Check the electrode gap.The correct gap is 0.5 mm (0.020 in). Replace if necessary.MaintenanceAFTER EVERY 40 HOURS OF USE1. Change the spark plug. Adjust the electrode to 0.5 mm (0.020 in).2. Check the fuel filter located inside the fuel tank. Clean or replace if clogged.