Echo POWER PRUNER PPT-265, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... Power PrunerTM Operator s Manual MODEL PPT 265 WARNING X770001100 06 07 X7702090600 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation ...

Page 2: ...ls and Important Information 3 International Symbols 3 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 4 Kickback 6 Equipment 7 EmissionControl 7 Description 8 Contents 10 Assembly 10 DriveShaft PowerHead 10 Cutting Attachment to Drive Shaft Installation 11 Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads 12 Saw Chain Tension Adjustment 13 Operation 14 Fuel 14 Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain 16 Adjusting Autom...

Page 3: ...r Ignition ON OFF Chain lubrication Primer bulb Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Choke Control Run Position ChokeOpen WARNING Thesafetyalertsymbolaccompaniedbytheword WARNING callsattentiontoanactorcondition whichCANleadtoseriouspersonalinjuryordeath ifnotavoided CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited Ignoring these prohibitions can result i...

Page 4: ...rm especially the head neck feet ankles hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or other hand held power equipment is not required If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening...

Page 5: ... It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing 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 ne...

Page 6: ...perator or any one standing close by Hold the Power PrunerTM firmly with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the front and rear handles Be aware of the down and outward path the pruner will take after the cut is made KICKBACK Kickback may 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 I...

Page 7: ...an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer 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 EMISSION CONTROL EPA Phas...

Page 8: ...al on your unit Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc tions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information P N X505002370 22 14 13 15 16 17 18 20 19 21 3 P N X505002360 ...

Page 9: ...y handle for right hand placement Includes stop switch and throttle trigger 13 TOPGUARD Protectsarmfromhotengine 14 RECOIL STARTER Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages then quickly and firmly When engine starts return handle slowly DO NOT let handle snap back or damage will occur 15 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER MUFFLER Themufflerorcatalyticmufflercontrolsexhaustnoise and emission The ...

Page 10: ... Safety Manual __ Warranty Registration Card __ Warranty Statement __ T Wrench combination screwdriver spark plug socket __ 4mmhexwrench __ Safety Glasses __ Echo Power Blend X TM 2 stroke oil sample __ Shoulder Harness __ GuideBarCover ASSEMBLY Tools Required 10x19mm 13 32x3 4in T wrench 4mmHex Wrench Parts Required Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly Cutting Attachment DRIVE SHAFT POWER HEAD 1 Remov...

Page 11: ...hment shaft H 4 Align ridges J on upper tube with seams in cutting attachment 5 Slide together aligning locator screw D in cutting attachment with locating hole I in upper tube 6 Tighten locator screw D Tighten two 2 cutting attachment screws C 7 Extend upper tube to desired length Tighten clamp knob E turningclockwise D C CUTTING ATTACHMENT TO DRIVE SHAFT INSTALLATION C I G H G E F 4 Align flexib...

Page 12: ... movement and that wide open throttle low idle extremes are adjusted properly The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture C Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure 4 Connect 2 ignition stop leads E F from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads E F on engine CAUTION Assure ignition terminals are completely covered by clear plastic sleeves 5 Secur...

Page 13: ...screw B clockwise 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 5 Tighten both gearcase cover nuts with nose held up Tighten rear nut first 6 Pull the chain around the guide bar by hand Reduce the chain tension if you feel tight spots 7 When chain is properly tensioned tighten clutch cover nuts securely IMPOR...

Page 14: ...ch as Echo premium Power Blend X TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of two stroke oil used per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio spe...

Page 15: ...n emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container St...

Page 16: ...ns the oil discharge volume may be adjusted 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 Tools required Screwdriver 1 From bottom of gear case turn adjustment screw A clockwise to decrease oil volume counter clockwise to increase oil volume NOTE Very lit...

Page 17: ...the unit 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 position Rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope D until enginefires ormaximumfive 5 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or five 5 pulls move choke lever back to Run position Hold throttle trigger and ...

Page 18: ...t 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 and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat clear area and firmly grasp right hand grip with left hand Do not depress throttle trigg...

Page 19: ...etreat path from 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 branch This will prevent whipping of the branch DO NOT use back and forth sawing action Look out for branch immediately behind the branch being cut If saw chain hits rear branch damage t...

Page 20: ...n i m r e t e d l l i w e c n e i r e p x e r u o y d n a e s u l a u t c A m u m i x a m e r a n w o h s s l a v r e t n i e m i T e c n a n e t n i a m S E T O N E R U D E C O R P E C N A N E T N I A M 1 y t i r g e t n i n o i s s i m e n i a t n i a m o t e c n a n e t n i a m r a l u g e r e r i u q e r T O N O D s k n a t l e u f e v i t a r o p a v e w o L n o i t c e p s n i g n i r u d r ...

Page 21: ...ertain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter cover NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement See Carburetor Adjustment Section FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools required 200 250 mm 8 10 in length of wire with one end bent into a hook Clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container Parts Required FuelFilter ...

Page 22: ...lb COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING Level2 Tools required 4mmHexwrench Cleaning brush 25 50 mm 1 2in Parts 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 Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching t...

Page 23: ...EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools Required CrossHeadScrewdriver 4mmHexWrench Soft Metal Brush Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket 1 Remove two 2 muffler cover screws and muffler cover A 2 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt fromenteringcylinder 3 Remove spark arrestor screen B gasket C and exhaust guide D frommufflerbody 4 Clean carbon deposits from m...

Page 24: ...on and durability performance up to 1 000 feet above mean sea level MSL To maintain proper engine operation above 1 000 feet MSL the carburetor must be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer IMPORTANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 000 feet MSL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 000 feet MSL otherwise severe engine damage can result Level 3...

Page 25: ...0x19mm 13 32x3 4 in T wrench 4mmHex Wrench 1 Remove two 2 6 mm guide bar nuts A and guide bar cover screw B and turn saw chain tension adjustment screw C counterclock wise 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 ...

Page 26: ... chain tension if you feel tight spots 7 When chain is properly tensioned tighten clutch cover nuts securely IMPORTANT Tighten gearcase cover nuts to 8 9 N m 71 80 in lbs DO NOT over tighten nuts Damage may result 8 Keep chain properly tensioned at all times NOTE All chains require frequent adjustment 9 Connect spark plug lead Guide Bar Cover Cleaning Tools Required 10x19mm 13 32x3 4 in T wrench 4...

Page 27: ... P N Chain P N Chain Type Links Pitch Gauge Standard 12 Regular Bar P N 12AOCD3744 M91VX44G 91 44 3 8 050 Optional 10 Regular Bar P N 10AOCD3739 M91VX39G 91 39 3 8 050 14 Regular Bar P N 14AOCD3749 M91VX49G 91 49 3 8 050 Narrow Kerf 10 Narrow Bar P N 10A4CD3739 90SG39G 90 39 3 8 043 12 Narrow Bar P N 12A4CD3744 90SG44G 90 44 3 8 043 14 Narrow Bar P N 14A4CD3749 90SG49G 90 49 3 8 043 ...

Page 28: ...1 Set round file A in cutter at 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 nicks 4 Place depth gauge tool B firmly on top of cutter with 025 in slot and end against front cutter raker File cutter raker with flat file until flush with top of depth...

Page 29: ... e d g u l P 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 p r e t l i f r i A y t r i d r e t l i f r i A r a e w l a m r o N e c a l p e r r o n a e l C r e t l i f l e u F y t r i d r e t l i f l e u F s e u d i s e r s t n a n i m a t n o C n...

Page 30: ... 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 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result 7 Remove the s...

Page 31: ...CD13738 andJ A S O M345 FC FD two stroke air cooledengineoil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 20 or E 85 Oil PowerBlendXTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58lit 19 6USfl oz Starter System AutomaticRecoilStarter Clutch CentrifugalType Sprocket Type 6 tooth spur 9 53...

Page 32: ...ne housing For future reference write them in the space provided below Model No _____________ Type _________SN ______________ SERVICE Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealerinformationisalsoavailableonour W...