Echo Power Pruner PPF-225, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...e exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury Note This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 ...

Page 2: ...orative 15 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 15 Description 16 Contents 18 Assembly 19 Cutting Attachment to Drive Shaft Installation 19 Saw Chain Adjustment 19 Operation 21 Fuel 21 Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain 24 Starting Cold Engine 25 Starting Warm Engine 27 Stopping Engine 28 Pruning Techniques 28 Maintenance 30 Skill Levels 30 Maintenance Intervals 31 Air Filter 32 Fuel Fi...

Page 3: ...PPF 225 TABLE OF CONTENTS X7507820701 3 09 19 ECHO Incorporated Storage 47 Long Term Storage Over 30 Days 47 Specifications 48 Product Registration 50 ...

Page 4: ...eration maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www echo usa com manuals OR https www shindaiwa usa com manuals SERVICING INFORMATION Parts Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are ava...

Page 5: ... serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you Additional Literature In addition to finding information online information is available from y...

Page 6: ...enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning See Operator s Manual C...

Page 7: ...lated against electrical current Plan retreat path from falling objects DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Primer Bulb Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Wear Slip Resistant Footwear Chain Lubrication Do not operate closer than 15 m 50 ft from electrical hazards Keep bystanders at least 15 m 50 ft away Sy...

Page 8: ...r or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit ...

Page 9: ...oves to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches cold environments and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protection whenever unit is used Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent...

Page 10: ...ry persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine In the absence of such information ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker Extended Operation Extreme Conditions Prolonged exposure to cold and or vibration may result in injury Read and follow all safety and operation instructions to min...

Page 11: ...veloping a Repetitive Stress Injury RSI An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extende...

Page 12: ...ned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the unit is in use Use Proper Clothing Equipment Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect against falling branches and debris Keep a Firm Grip Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles Keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance a...

Page 13: ...ay occur when the moving saw chain at the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut In some cases this may cause a lightning fast reverse action kicking the guide bar and saw chain up and back or down and back towards the operator Either of these reactions may cause the operator to lose control of the Power PrunerTM which could r...

Page 14: ...ps and other foreign objects with the saw chain Do not cut into the ground with the saw chain If cutting attachment end strikes an obstruction stop engine immediately and inspect saw chain for damage Do not operate with a dull fractured or discolored saw chain Remove all foreign objects from work area Always cover the guide bar and saw chain with guide bar cover during transportation and for stora...

Page 15: ...mily on the Emission Control Information label sample below is B C K or T the emission control system is EM and TWC 3 way catalyst The fuel tank fuel line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on lab...

Page 16: ...ur unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer Safety label is for example only Your label my appear slightly different 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ...

Page 17: ...Cap 5 Fuel Tank 6 Recoil Starter Handle 7 Purge Bulb 8 Air Cleaner 9 Choke 10 Power Head 11 Throttle Handle For Right Hand 12 Throttle Trigger Lockout 13 Throttle Trigger 14 Stop Switch 15 Strap Hook 16 Support Handle For Left Hand 17 Cutting Attachment 18 Saw Chain 19 Guide Bar 20 Automatic Oiler Assembly 21 Cutting Shoe 22 Guide Bar Cover 23 Shoulder Harness ...

Page 18: ...estrictions some assembly may be necessary After opening the carton check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts 1 Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly 1 Cutting Attachment with Guide Bar Saw Chain 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Statement 1 Shoulder Harness 1 Guide Bar Cover ...

Page 19: ...the shaft housing until the hole in the neck of the cutting attachment is aligned with the hole C in the housing it may be necessary to rotate the saw chain slightly to align the internal pinion and drive shaft 4 Insert locator screw B into hole C and tighten to snug 5 Tighten bolts A clamping the cutting attachment onto the housing Saw Chain Adjustment Always disconnect spark plug wire before ser...

Page 20: ...e until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar as shown Cold Chain Only turn adjuster screw CW an additional 1 8 1 4 turn Tighten both guide bar nuts with nose held up Tighten rear nut first 5 Pull the chain around the guide bar by hand Reduce the chain tension if you feel tight spots 6 When chain is properly tensioned tighten guide bar nuts securely Tighten guide bar nuts to 8 9 N...

Page 21: ...s that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or other hard objects Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels such as E 15 15 ethanol E 85 8...

Page 22: ...engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire or ignite with explosive force Read and follow the oil manufacturer s instructions and observe all safety warnings and precautions for handling flammable liquids For more detailed safety and first aid information visit www e...

Page 23: ...ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and can travel along the ground to nearby sources of ignition such as electrical motors pilot lights and hot or running engines Vapors ignited by an ignition source can flash back to the fuel container resulting in an explosion fire serious or fatal injuries and extensive property damage Mixing Instructions 1 ...

Page 24: ...e container Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 30 days 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use Used oil and gasoline and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials Disposal laws vary by locality Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain Automatic Oiling System To prevent plastic d...

Page 25: ...be increased to assure adequate lubrication If oil is leaking from the bar cover area reduce the oil discharge volume Refill the oil reservoir with each tank of fuel Note Very little visible oil on the saw chain will provide sufficient lubrication Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in possible serious injury Keep movable parts of th...

Page 26: ...arter handle rope D until engine fires or maximum five 5 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke B to the RUN open position Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Pull starter handle rope until engine starts and runs Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minute...

Page 27: ...stment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible in the Clear fuel return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle tr...

Page 28: ...ition close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again Pruning Techniques Shoulder Harness if included 1 Loosen the harness clamp screw A 2 Put the harness on and attach it to the clamp ring B 3 Adjust harness for comfortable operation 4 Tighten harness clamp screw A The pole pruner attachment is designed for light to medium trimming ...

Page 29: ...e branch DO NOT use back and forth sawing action Look out for branches immediately behind the branch being cut If saw chain hits a rear branch damage to the saw chain and guide bar may occur Accelerate to full throttle Ease cutting pressure when nearing end of cut to maintain control When pruning a limb 102 mm 4 in diameter or larger cut as follows 1 Under cut 1 4 limb diameter near tree trunk 2 F...

Page 30: ...ritten otherwise serious personal injury may result Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer d...

Page 31: ... 1 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Guide Bar Sprocket Nose Inspect Clean Lubricate 2 Saw Chain Inspect Sharpen Replace Tension 2 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 2 1 Guide Bar Sprocket Nose Inspect Clean Lubricate 2 Saw Chain Inspect Sharpen Replace Tension 2 3 Months Air Filter Replace 1 Fuel Filter Inspect 1 Fuel Cap ...

Page 32: ... carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside cover 3 Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and al...

Page 33: ... fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand Pull and twist slightly to separate 4 Install the new filter with the reverse action Note Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When ...

Page 34: ...ne damage may occur 1 Remove spark plug and check for fouling worn and rounded center electrode 2 Clean the plug or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 in lbf Parts Required Tune Up Kit 0 65 mm 0 026 in ...

Page 35: ...ting cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Close choke COLD START position This preven...

Page 36: ...a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 4 Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble components in reverse order ...

Page 37: ...y 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove engine cover 2 Place piston at top dead center Remove muffler A...

Page 38: ...nd warm to operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment Level 2 Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjustments can be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as...

Page 39: ...pliance with emission regulations Carburetor adjustments other than idle speed must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer 1 Check idle speed and reset if necessary If a tachometer is available idle speed screw A should be set to the specifications found on Specifications page of this manual Turn idle screw A clockwise to increase idle speed counterclockwise to decrease idle speed When carburet...

Page 40: ...er screw A 2 Loosen two bolts B 3 Remove cutting attachment assembly 4 Remove flex cable C wipe clean and apply 15 ml 1 2 oz of lithium based grease 5 Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 6 Install and secure cutting attachment assembly Parts Required Lithium Based Grease A B C ...

Page 41: ...bar cover screw B turn saw chain tension adjustment screw C counterclockwise to release tension 2 Remove guide bar cover D 3 Remove guide bar and saw chain from gear case and sprocket 4 Remove chain from guide bar and check guide bar for damage and excessive or uneven wear Replace guide bar if necessary 5 Install chain on guide bar with cutters on top of bar facing toward bar tip 6 Install guide b...

Page 42: ...uide bar cover screw B 2 Remove guide bar cover D 3 Gently brush debris from inside guide bar cover and from around sprocket 4 Hold the bar nose up Install guide bar cover D Install the guide bar nuts A Tighten the rear nut first then tighten the front nut Install and tighten the guide bar cover screw B A A B D A A B D ...

Page 43: ...ailure Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain Always wear gloves when filing saw chain otherwise serious personal injury may result Power PrunerTM Bar and Chain Combinations BAR P N CHAIN P N CHAIN TYPE LINKS PITCH GAUGE Narrow Kerf 254 mm 10 in narrow bar P N 10A4CD3739 90PX39CQ 90 39 9 5 mm 0 375 in 0 043 305 mm 12 in narrow bar P N 12A4CD3744 ...

Page 44: ...tter and file in one direction 3 File until cutter top and side bevel edges are sharp without nicks 4 Place depth gauge tool firmly on top of cutter with 0 635 mm 0 025 in slot and end against front cutter raker File cutter raker with flat file until flush with top of depth gauge 5 Finish cutter sharpening by rounding front raker edge with flat file 30 Keep this angle 1 5 90 Depth gauge tool ...

Page 45: ...operly filed cutter is as shown 7 Apply clean oil and rotate saw chain slowly to wash away filings 8 If saw chain is coated or clogged with resin clean in kerosene then soak in oil 55 Side plate angle 30 Top plate filing angle 0 64 mm 0 025 in Parallel Depth gauge ...

Page 46: ...problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace plug Engine runs but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminantsor residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fuel...

Page 47: ...ious property damage or personal injury may result Long Term Storage Over 30 Days Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time 30 days or longer without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark 2 Place th...

Page 48: ...nder through the spark plug hole 8 Pull the recoil starter handle 2 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine 9 Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there 10 Install the spark plug Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PPF 225 Length 2 398 mm 94 4 in Width...

Page 49: ...US fl oz Starter System Automatic Rewind Starter Clutch Centrifugal Type Drive Shaft 6 35 mm 1 4 in flexible shaft Shaft Tube Assembly 25 4 mm 1 in Galvanized Steel Gear Case Ratio 1 53 1 Oiling System Automatic Chain Oil Capacity 197 ml 6 6 oz Handles Right hand grip w throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout Left foam hand grip Shoulder Harness Standard Idle Speed 3 000 RPM Clutch Engagemen...

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Page 51: ...PPF 225 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7507820701 51 09 19 ECHO Incorporated ...

Page 52: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www echo usa com E05613001001 E05613999999 ...