Echo Power Pruner PPT-280, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...rTM Operator s Manual MODEL PPT 280 WARNING X770001272 12 09 X7702091002 Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation ...

Page 2: ...ls 3 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 4 Kickback 6 Equipment 7 Emission Control 8 Description 8 Contents 11 Assembly 11 Handle Shaft Drive Shaft 11 Handle Shaft Power Head 12 Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads 13 Cutting Attachment to Drive Shaft Installation 14 Saw Chain Tension Adjustment 15 Operation 16 Fuel 17 Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain 18 Adjusting Automatic Oiler 18 Star...

Page 3: ...rimer bulb Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Choke Control Run Position Choke Open WARNING The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condi tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided Circle and slash symbol This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited Ignoring these prohi bitions can result in serious o...

Page 4: ...ands 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 and loss of feeling consult your physici...

Page 5: ...ies 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...

Page 6: ...iking concrete metal wire or other obstruc tions which could cause kickback or damage to the saw chain If the saw chain does strike a foreign object immediately stop the en gine inspect and repair the Power PrunerTM if necessary Keep A Solid Stance 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 overre...

Page 7: ...gine 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 storage WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engine ...

Page 8: ...1 PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY Emission Compliance Period The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emis sions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual Emission Control exhaust evaporative EPA 2010 and Later and or C A ...

Page 9: ...Power PrunerTM Operator s Manual 9 1 12 11 10 2 9 8 7 6 5 4 P N X505002371 22 3 P N X505002361 ...

Page 10: ...for right hand placement Includes stop switch and throttle trigger 13 TOP GUARD Protects arm from hot engine 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 Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exha...

Page 11: ...Cutting Attachment W Guide Bar and Saw Chain ___ Operator s Manual ___ Safety Manual ___ Warranty Registration Cardt ___ T Wrench ___ 4 mm hex wrench ___ 8x10 Spanner ___ Safety Glasses ___ Shoulder Harness ___ Guide Bar Cover Assembly Tools Required 4 mm Hex Wrench 8 x 10 mm Open end Wrench Parts Required Power Head Handle Shaft Assembly Drive Shaft Assembly Cutting Attachment handle shaft drive ...

Page 12: ...xible drive shaft coupler with engine socket and slide together until locating hole in shaft is visible through locating hole in engine housing 4 Install locating screw B and tighten clamping bolts A 4 Align flexible drive shaft coupler with drive shaft socket and slide together until handle shaft is fully seated into drive shaft 5 Tighten clamping bolts A A B A A B A A C ...

Page 13: ...ket slot Finger tighten nuts B 4 Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle low idle extremes are adjusted properly If adjustment cannot be achieved with adjusting nuts B consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure Tighten nuts B 5 Connect 2 ignition stop leads C D from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads C D on engine 6 Gather ignition wires and po...

Page 14: ...to fiberglass lower tube exposing inner drive shaft G Align and join star shaped drive end of inner drive shaft G with cutting attachment 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 ...

Page 15: ...rew B clockwise un til 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 ten sion if you feel tight spots 7 When chain is properly tensioned tighten gear case cover nuts securely IM...

Page 16: ...Stroke Oil A two stroke engine oil meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FC FD Standards must be used Echo brand premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to in adequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FC FDcertified oil such as Echo premium Power Blend X TM will void the two stroke engine warranty IMPORTANT Echo...

Page 17: ... IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added IMPORTANT Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel con tainer thoroughly before each use Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container...

Page 18: ...me may be adjusted to assure ad equate 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 little visible oil on the s...

Page 19: ...nit on a flat clear area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires or maximum five 5 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or five 5 pulls move choke lever back to Run position Hold throttle trigger ...

Page 20: ...nd 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 trigger Pull the recoil starter handle D until the engine fires NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure stopping engine 1 Throttle Release throttle trigger and ...

Page 21: ...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 to saw chain may occur Accelerate to full throttle Apply c...

Page 22: ...s to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces Maintenance COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 I C R Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 I C Fuel Filter Inspect Replace 1 I I R Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect Replace 1 I R Fuel System Inspect Replace 1 I 2 I 2 Spark Plug Inspect Clean Rep...

Page 23: ...e certain 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 re placement See Carburetor Adjustment Section fuel filter Level 1 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 REPOWE...

Page 24: ...Brush 25 50 mm 1 2 in Parts Required None if you are careful 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 the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside ...

Page 25: ...creen B gasket C and exhaust guide D from muffler body 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the cata lytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to r...

Page 26: ...s from cylinder exhaust port IMPORTANT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder 4 Inspect heat shield and replace if damaged 5 Install heat shield muffler and eyeplate 6 Tighten muffler mounting bolts or nuts to 53 70 in lbf 60 80 kgf cm 7 Install muffler co...

Page 27: ...nt If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 2 Tools required Screwdriver Tachometer ECHO P N 99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with emission regulations Carburetor adjustmen...

Page 28: ...cover screw B and turn saw chain tension adjustment screw C coun terclockwise 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 ...

Page 29: ...de bar by hand Reduce the chain ten sion if you feel tight spots 7 When chain is properly tensioned tighten gear case 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 T ...

Page 30: ...ype Links Pitch Gauge Standard 12 regular bar P N 12A0CD3744 M91VX44G 91 44 3 8 0 050 Optional 10 regular bar P N 10AOCD3749 M91VX39G 91 39 3 8 0 050 14 regular bar P N14AOCD3749 M91VX49G 91 49 3 8 0 050 Narrow Kerf 10 narrow bar P N 10A4CD3739 90SG39G 90 39 3 8 0 043 12 narrow bar P N 12A4CD3744 90SG44G 90 44 3 8 0 043 14 narrow bar P N 14A4CD3749 90SG49G 90 49 3 8 0 043 ...

Page 31: ...h 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 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 r...

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Page 33: ... 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 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 res...

Page 34: ...ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FC FD two stroke air cooled engine oil 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 15 or E 85 Oil Power Blend X TM Premium Universal 2 Stroke Oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 62 lit 21 1 US fl oz Starter System Automatic Recoil Starter Clutch Centrifugal Type Sprocket Ty...

Page 35: ...dential or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive shafts and TC tines are warranted for the life of the product on parts only Cutting attachments such as but not limited to bars chains sprockets blades and nylon tri...

Page 36: ...ge procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized ECHO servicing dealer during the warranty period Certain parts and ot...

Page 37: ...ent SORE was designed built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to conform with applicable requirements for 2 years or the length of the ECHO Inc warranty whichever is longer The warranty period begins on the date the product is purchased by an end user ...

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Page 40: ...resenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica tion operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 from 8 30 am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the mod...