Echo Power Pruner PPT-260, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...tor s Manual MODEL PPT 260 Serial Number 07001001 07001230 WARNING DANGER X753000770 03 03 X7532092200 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual...

Page 2: ...afety Instructions 4 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 4 ExtendedOperation ExtremeConditions 5 Equipment 5 SafeOperation 6 Kickback 6 EmissionControl 7 Description 7 Contents 7 Specifications 10...

Page 3: ...preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you IMPORTANT Theenclosedmessage provides information necessary for the protection...

Page 4: ...whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable protective clothing chain saw safety pants or chaps are recommended Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DONOTWEARSHORT...

Page 5: ...void using your wrist in a bent ex tended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Takeperiodicb...

Page 6: ...pery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not overreach Operate the Power PrunerTM only from the ground or out of an approved bucket lift Always evaluate the branc...

Page 7: ...facturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual DE...

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Page 9: ...ission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris 15 FUELTANK Containsfuelandfuelfilter 16 FUELTANKCAP Cove...

Page 10: ...0 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Oil PowerBlendTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fuel Tank...

Page 11: ...slide together until engine rests against the machine surface of lower drive shaft coupler C 3 Rotate lower drive shaft to align engine and rear handle assembly in an upright position 4 Tighten bolt...

Page 12: ...per tube to desired length Tighten center clamp knob F turningclockwise THROTTLE LINKAGE AND IGNITION LEADS 1 Close choke and remove air filter and cover 2 Place inner cable in slot of carburetor swiv...

Page 13: ...tting attachment 2 Turn the adjuster slot B clockwise until saw chain touches the bottom of guide bar Turning adjuster slot B counter clockwise will loosen saw chain on guide bar 3 Tighten guide bar n...

Page 14: ...Power Blend TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGDandJ A S O FCcertifiedoil suchasEchopremiumPowerBlend TM...

Page 15: ...to assure adequate lubrication Refill the oil reservoir with each tank of fuel IMPORTANT To prevent plastic deterioration do not use synthetic or silicone based oil ADJUSTING AUTOMATIC OILER Toolsrequ...

Page 16: ...on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open positi...

Page 17: ...rburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 1 Stop Switch Move Stop Switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Primer Bulb Pump primer bulb C until fuel is visib...

Page 18: ...om falling branch Cut branches bounce when striking ground Long branches should be removed in several pieces Do not stand directly beneath branch being cut When ready to cut Hold cutting shoe against...

Page 19: ...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 s n I 1 C I I m e t s y S e k o h C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r...

Page 20: ...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 Level1 Tools req...

Page 21: ...2 Tools required 4mmHexWrench Cleaningbrush25or50mm 1or2in Parts Required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area Thi...

Page 22: ...dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble components in reverse order EX...

Page 23: ...every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this importan...

Page 24: ...plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain This saw chain is VERY sharp wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it Wear eye protection meeting CE or ANSI specification Z87 1 A Gu...

Page 25: ...30 angle One fifth 1 5 of the file should be exposed above top cutter edge 2 Keep file horizontal in cutter and file in one direction 3 File until cutter top and side bevel edges are sharp without ni...

Page 26: ...n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l e c c a y l r e p o r...

Page 27: ...jury 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 mainte nance which includes the following 1...

Page 28: ...enance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and...

Page 29: ...its be careful not to damage the catalylic body IMPORTANTENGINEINFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY 4EHXS 0254KA DISPLACEMENT 25 4 CC EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 300 Hours THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PH 2 AND 2000...

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