Like a.palmer, I have eliminated the points on several older Homelite saws using the module. I wish I understood the "electrics" more than I do but it seems that if the module replaces the points on a points equiped saw, that it could be used to replace the faulty electronic module on an "EVL" model saw. Is my reasoning messed up ? If I remember correctly, the "atom module" (used to replace points/condenser) is much smaller than the OEM electronic module on an EVL and may very well fit the same space in the cowl. I think I may have a couple of Atom modules somewhere and I have a CS 500 EVL torn down waiting on a used OEM module.
If this works, can you imagine the opportunity to pick up some nice used Echos that have been lying around for years with dead modules that are no longer produced ? We have an Echo dealer that is a forum sponsor. Wish we had his input.