ICS 680ES User manual

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680ES
OPERATOR MANUAL
WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY WARNINGS
AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in re, serious injury, or death.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Original Document

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This instruction manual contains translations of a manual drafted in English and
are provided to assist those who do not speak English as their rst language.
Being a technical writing, some terms may not have a like or equivalent meaning
as translated. Therefore, you should not rely on this translation, and should
cross-reference the English version, where relying on the translated instructions
could result in harm to your person or property.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYMBOLS AND LABELS
ICS 680ES NAMES AND TERMS
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
INTRODUCTION
SAFETY RULES
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
FUELING
OPERATION
TRANSPORTING & STORING
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
REFERENCE
EMISSIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE CENTERS
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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Table of Contents

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SYMBOLS AND LABELS
THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
AND/OR ON THE SAW AND ARE DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF POTENTIAL
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES.
Symbols & Labels
SAFETY ALERT
Indicates that the text that
follows explains a danger,
warning or caution.
READ INSTRUCTIONS
The original instruction manual
contains important safety and
operating information. Read and
follow the instructions carefully.
WEAR LONG PANTS
Wear long pants when operating
the saw.
WEAR FOOT PROTECTION
Wear appropriate closed-toe
boots when operating the saw.
WEAR HAND PROTECTION
Wear hand protection when
operating the saw.
KERF WIDTH
Do not insert tool into slot
narrower than chain.
VENTILLATION REQUIRED
Use tool in a well ventillated area
WEAR EYE, HEARING AND
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
WEAR HEAD PROTECTION
Wear eye , hearing
and respiratory protection and a
protective helmet when
operating the saw.

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SYMBOLS AND LABELS
THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
AND/OR ON THE SAW AND ARE DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF POTENTIAL
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES.
SOUND POWER
Sound power level is 117 dB(A).
Symbols & Labels
DO NOT USE A LADDER
Never stand on a ladder when
using the saw.
FIRE DANGER
Risk of re if warnings not
followed.
SLIPPERY SURFACE
Unsure footing can lead to
accidents.
ONE-HANDED HOLD
Do not operate the saw
with one hand.
BEWARE OF KICKBACK
Kickback can cause severe
injuries.
TWO-HANDED HOLD
Operate the saw with two hands,
securely gripping both handles

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LABELS ON YOUR SAW
EMISSIONS LABELS
NAMEPLATE LABEL
Symbols & Labels
SAFETY LABEL
XXXX = Indicates the saw number
within production series
WW = Week number
within the year
Y = Last Digit of the
year the saw was built
LABELS SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY
ICS, Blount, Inc.
4909 SE Int.Way Portland
OR 97222 USA
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EXH REGS
FOR 2015 MY.
EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD: 50
HOURS REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS. MADE IN ITALY
MANUFACTURED:
FAMILY: FE8XS.0775CS
ENGINE DISP.: 76.5CC TWC

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Names & Terms
ICS 680ES NAMES AND TERMS
Air box intake
The only entry point of air into the engine
Bar pad
The mounting pad on the powerhead that helps assure proper alignment of the
guidebar.
Bar slot
The slot feature on the guidebar that ts over the bar studs.
Bystander safety zone
A 6 m (20 ft) circle around the operator that must remain free from bystanders,
children and pets.
Chain catcher
A device for retaining the chain if it breaks or derails.
Chain pitch
The distance between any three consecutive rivets on the chain divided by
two.
Chain tensioning screw
An adjustment screw used to set proper tension on the chain and compensate
for chain stretch from normal use.
Front handle
The support handle located at or toward the front of the saw intended to be
gripped by the left hand.
Guidebar
A railed structure that supports and guides the chain. Sometimes simply called
the “bar”.
Kickback
The rapid backward and/or upward motion of the guidebar, occurring when the
chain near the top area of the nose of the guidebar contacts a foreign object or
snags in the workpiece.
Multi-function lever
A device for setting the choke and temporarily advancing the throttle in a
partially open position to aid starting, allows the engine to run or causes the
engine to stop.
Mud ap
A barrier to protect the operator from cutting debris and other projectiles.

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Names & Terms
ICS680ES NAMES AND TERMS
Powerhead
A saw without the chain or guidebar.
Pushback
The rapid backward motion of the guidebar, occurring when the chain on
the top straight portion of the guidebar contacts a foreign object or
snags in the workpiece.
Rear handle
The support handle located at or toward the rear of the saw intended to be
gripped by the right hand.
Rear hand guard:
A structural barrier at the bottom right side of the rear handle to protect the
operator in case the chain breaks or derails.
Side cover:
The component on the powerhead that covers the drive sprocket and directs
debris away from the operator during use.
Side cover nuts:
The components on the side cover that secure the side cover and guidebar.
Throttle trigger lock-out
A device that prevents the unintentional operation of the throttle trigger until
manually released.
Throttle trigger
A mechanism that controls engine RPM.
WallWalker®
A device used as a fulcrum to provide mechanical advantage during cutting.
Water shut-o valve
A mechanism that controls water delivery and ow to the guidebar and chain.

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Product Identication
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Chain tensioning screw
Front handle
Fuel filler cap
Multi-function lever
Rear handle
Starter handle
Water shut
off valve
Air box intake
Bar slot
Bar stud
Chain catcher
WallWalker®
Guidebar
Mud flap
Powerhead
Rear hand guard
Nameplate label
Side cover
Side cover nuts
Throttle trigger
lock-out
Throttle trigger

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INTRODUCTION
The 680ES saw is designed to cut concrete, stone, and masonry when used with
the appropriate genuine ICS Diamond Chain. This is a professional tool and is
solely intended for use by trained and experienced operators. A rst time
operator should obtain practical instruction before using the saw, as well as reading
and understanding this Operator’s Manual.
Local legislation and/or workplace standards may regulate the use of this saw.
Determine what regulations are applicable in the place you work before using the
saw.
Prop 65 statement:
California Proposition 65 (the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of
1986) refers to the California legislation that was intended by its authors to protect
California citizens and the State’s drinking water sources from chemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and to inform citizens
about exposures to such chemicals. Proposition 65 requires businesses to notify
Californians about signicant amounts of chemicals in the products they purchase,
in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By
providing this information, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed
decisions about protecting themselves from exposure to these chemicals.
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging
signicant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
The engine exhaust from this machine and some types of dust/debris created from
its normal operation may contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Introduction