Tool to open Echo CS-590 fuel/oil cap

[swackerl]

Sorry if this is a foolish question, I couldn't find the answer elsewhere ...

I just got a new Echo CS-590 and the fuel and oil caps don't have a screwdriver slot like I'm used to seeing on other saws. Instead they have two small posts each with a hole in them. I assume this is for a special tool to give more torque (like a screwdriver) when tightening the caps.

What is this tool called? I couldn't see anything in the manual.

 

[RedFir Down]

Use your scrench, the tool that came with the saw.

 

[Jkstihl]

User error- not enough muscle mass.

 

[s sidewall]

Lay scrench across the cap and twist.

Steve Sidwell

 

[full chizel]

User error- not enough muscle mass.

Some are just a PITA to take off

 

[Jkstihl]

Some are just a PITA to take off

Yeah i know. Just messing w op. But yeah as mentioned before just lay scrench flat between the tabs and twist op

 

[swackerl]

Yeah i know. Just messing w op. But yeah as mentioned before just lay scrench flat between the tabs and twist op

I do have weaker hands, so you might be right .
I saw that I could lay the scrench bar across for more leverage, but it seemed a little odd and not intentional. What are the little holes for then?

 

[farmer steve]

I do have weaker hands, so you might be right .
I saw that I could lay the scrench bar across for more leverage, but it seemed a little odd and not intentional. What are the little holes for then?

The tiny holes are for the cap removal tool. The only problem is the designer of the cap didn't tell anyone in R&D they needed to make the tool.

 

[kevin711]

You're supposed to use the handle on the pull cord. It should fit right in there. No "tools" required.

 

[swackerl]

You're supposed to use the handle on the pull cord. It should fit right in there. No "tools" required.

There we go! That answer makes sense and the pull handle fits perfectly. It still doesn't explain the holes, but does explain the shape of the cap. Thank you!

 

[Jkstihl]

There we go! That answer makes sense and the pull handle fits perfectly. It still doesn't explain the holes, but does explain the shape of the cap. Thank you!

Using the pull cord would seem awkward to me, especially the oil cap, is it a smooth process or awkward? Never owned or ran a echo.

My suggestion, sell the echo buy a stihl.

 

[Deleted member 117362]

Using the pull cord would seem awkward to me, especially the oil cap, is it a smooth process or awkward? Never owned or ran a echo.

My suggestion, sell the echo buy a stihl.

Why would he do that? He has a nice saw, if he wanted the best, he would buy a Husqvarna.

 

[Jkstihl]

Why would he do that? He has a nice saw, if he wanted the best, he would buy a Husqvarna.

Hope he dont forget to buy a complete bolt kit with it. Haha.

 

[Jkstihl]

Why would he do that? He has a nice saw, if he wanted the best, he would buy a Husqvarna.

Ive actually got the husqvarna itch right now, waiting to find a blown up 562.

 

[Deleted member 117362]

Blue thread locker works. New Husqvarna saws have changed bolt design and uses thread locker and base gasket sealant. Have seen several Stihl's with loose or missing bolts, but I try not to work on them, support and parts in this area is poor