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1.

TOP GUARD - Protects arm from the hot engine.

2.

FRONT HANDLE - The front handle can be repositioned for comfortable operation by loosening the screws and
moving the handle.

3.

SHAFT DECAL (See page 3)

4.

GUARD DECAL (See page 3)

5.

DEBRIS SHIELD/FLAP - Mounted over the cutting attachment.  Helps protect operator by deflecting debris
produced during the edging operation.

6.

BLADE - Rotates to provide cutting action.

7.

WHEEL - Adjustable up/down, sets depth of blade.

8.

DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - Contains a specially designed liner and the flexible drive shaft.

9.

THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.  When accelerating, press trigger gradually
for best operating technique.

10. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle.

11. STOP SWITCH -

PE-2000 - "Toggle Switch" mounted on the engine.  Move switch UP to RUN, DOWN to STOP.
PE-2400/3100 - "Slide Switch" mounted on top of the throttle Trigger Housing.  Move switch FORWARD to RUN,
BACK to STOP.

12. CHOKE - The choke control is located on the top of the air filter case (PE-2400, 3100), or on the side of the air filter

case (PE-2000).
PE-2000 - Move lever to "COLD START" to close choke for cold starting.  Move lever to "RUN" position to open
choke.
PE-2400/3100 - Pull choke knob up to close choke for cold starting.  Push knob down to "RUN" position to open
choke.

13. SPARK  PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

14. MUFFLER/SPARK ARRESTOR -The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise and prevents hot, glowing

particles of carbon from leaving the muffler.

15. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

16. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly. DO NOT let

handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

17. FUEL TANK CAP - Cover and seals fuel tank.

18. PRIMER BULB -  Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carbure-

tor for starting.  Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an
additional 4 or 5 times.

19. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable felt element.

20. OPERATORS MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before assembly or operation. Keep manual in a safe

location for future reference, i.e., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications.

21. SAFETY MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before assembly or operation, and keep in a safe place for

future reference to learn proper, safe operating techniques.

Summary of Contents for PE-2000 Type 1/1E

Page 1: ...00 Type 2E Serial Number 508036 Up 89861058832 08 01 X7502124502 PE 2400 Type 1 1E Serial Number 001001 Up PE 3100 Type 1 1E Serial Number 001001 Up WARNING DANGER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstruct...

Page 2: ...4 ExtendedOperation ExtremeConditions 5 Equipment 5 SafeOperation 6 EmissionControl 6 Description 7 Contents 7 Assembly 10 Specifications 10 DriveShaft PowerHead 11 ThrottleCable 11 Loop Handle 12 Pr...

Page 3: ...planation of those symbols and key words IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintena...

Page 4: ...DONOTWEAROPENTOEDSHOES DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late...

Page 5: ...Stress Injury RSI AnextremeRSIconditionisCarpalTunnelSyndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure t...

Page 6: ...KeepASolidStance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not over reach An Emission Control Label...

Page 7: ...f damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts CONTENTS __1 Edger Assembly __1 Power Head __1 Drive Shaft Assembly __1 PlasticBag Co Pack __1 Operators Manual __1 Safety M...

Page 8: ...ty Registration Card __ 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement __ 1 50 11Gal ECHOOilMix __ 1 Front Handle __ 4 5X35mmscrews __ 4 5 mm nuts __ 1 Scrench CombinationSparkPlugSocket Screwdriver __ 1 spl...

Page 9: ...lever to COLD START to close choke for cold starting Move lever to RUN position to open choke PE 2400 3100 Pull choke knob up to close choke for cold starting Push knob down to RUN position to open c...

Page 10: ...0 0 m m 5 6 0 l e u F l i O e k o r t s o w T d n a e n i l o s a G d e x i M o i t a R l i O l e u F l i o e n i g n e d e l o o c r i a e k o r t s o w t e c n a m r o f r e P h g i H O H C E 1 0 5...

Page 11: ...aft housing until edger housing is in line with the engine 4b PE 3100 Rotate drive shaft housing until locating hole lines up with center location hole in clamp and install center bolt B 5 Tighten bol...

Page 12: ...s Required Cross Head Screwdriver PE 2000 1 Assemble loop handle A and bottom bracket B loosely using screws C and nuts D to loop handle collar E located on drive shaft F 2 Position handle in comforta...

Page 13: ...ng storingor handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loose...

Page 14: ...rds such as rocks glass debris etc which could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 m 50 ft from starting area otherwise serious personal injury...

Page 15: ...e Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Starting Lay trimmer on a flat clear area and pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires NOTE If the engine does not start after 4 pul...

Page 16: ...epth usually with about 1 2 in of the blade into the ground 5 Before edging plan your direction of travel so that the unit will always be positioned on your right side and so that you walk on a hard s...

Page 17: ...t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M f l e s r u o Y t I o D r e t l i F r i A e c a l p e R n a e l C t c e p...

Page 18: ...e cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement See Carburetor Adjustment Section FUEL FILTER L...

Page 19: ...s Required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Over...

Page 20: ...is in the slot of the cover EXHAUST SYSTEM Level2 Tools Required CrossHeadScrewdriver 4mmHexWrench Soft Metal Brush Parts Required PE 2000 2400 1 14586652031SparkArrestor Screen PE 3100 1 14590555730S...

Page 21: ...justment screw CW until the blade begins to turn then turn the screw CCW until blade stops turning Turn screw CCW an additional 1 4 turn 5 Accelerate to full throttle for 2 3 seconds to clear excess f...

Page 22: ...t engine and allow to warm to operating temperature minimum 2 3 minutes varying engine speed from idle to full throttle 2 Always begin fine tuning with LO B needle a Lean drop off With engine idling t...

Page 23: ...emove split pin A 3 Rotate blade until holes in inner blade adapter B and gear box align Insert locking tool supplied to lock PTO shaft C NOTE Shield cover not shown for illustration clarity NOTE Blad...

Page 24: ...chment combination Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual ECHO INC will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices attachments or accessories w...

Page 25: ...e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e...

Page 26: ...2 Place the stop switch in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the...

Page 27: ...POWER EDGER OPERATOR S MANUAL 27 NOTES...

Page 28: ...Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION You may register your Echo equipment using the warranty registration card or register on line at www echo usa com Registering provides a d...

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