Echo PPT-260 - 02-07 1, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Power PrunerTM Operator s Manual MODEL PPT 260 WARNING X770001021 02 07 X7702090801 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandu...

Page 2: ...s 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 C...

Page 3: ...Ignition ON OFF Chain lubrication Primer bulb Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Choke Control Run Position ChokeOpen WARNING Thesafetyalertsymbolaccompaniedbytheword WARNING callsattenti...

Page 4: ...m 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 oper...

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 acti...

Page 6: ...erator 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 t...

Page 7: ...ith guide bar cover during transportation and for storage An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY PRODUCT EMISSION DURAB...

Page 8: ...IPTION Locate this safety decal 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...

Page 9: ...handle for right hand placement Includes stop switch and throttle trigger 13 TOPGUARD Protectsarmfromhotengine 14 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER MUFFLER Themufflerorcatalyticmufflercontrolsexhaustnoi...

Page 10: ...Power Blend TM 2 stroke oil sample __ Shoulder Harness __ GuideBarCover ASSEMBLY Tools Required 10x19mm 13 32x3 4in T wrench 4mmHex Wrench 8x10mmWrench Parts Required Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly C...

Page 11: ...e G back into fiberglass lower tube exposing inner drive shaft H Align and join star shaped drive end of inner drive shaft H with cutting attachment shaft I 4 Align ridges on upper tube G with seams i...

Page 12: ...clip E 7 Install air filter and cover SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attachment Wear gloves when handling saw chain otherwise serious...

Page 13: ...Power Blend TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD and J A S O FC certified oil such as Echo premium Power...

Page 14: ...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 stor...

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 Toolsreq...

Page 16: ...t 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 Rapidl...

Page 17: ...retor 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 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible an...

Page 18: ...alling 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 bran...

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

Page 20: ...htly 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 Adjustmen...

Page 21: ...170kg cm 130 150in 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 a...

Page 22: ...er to remove 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 rev...

Page 23: ...strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two t...

Page 24: ...h speed adjustment needles A 1 Check idle speed and reset if necessary If a tachometer is avail able idle speed screw A should be set to the specifications found on page 29 Specifications of this manu...

Page 25: ...lockwise until it stops 6 Install chain on guide bar with cutters on top of bar facing toward bar tip 7 Install guide bar and chain on gear case engaging chain with drive sprocket D 8 Turn tension adj...

Page 26: ...ble above Standard Bar and Chain Combinations Bar P N Chain P N chain type links pitch gauge PPF 210 PPT 230 99944200530 10 Intenz bar 1102373901 1917039 91 39 3 8 0 050 PPT 260 12 Intenz bar 11223744...

Page 27: ...jury may result 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 cutte...

Page 28: ...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...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...OilRatio 50 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...

Page 31: ...POWER PRUNERTM OPERATOR S MANUAL 31 NOTES...

Page 32: ...g 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...