Echo Pro Attachment Series PAS-265, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...tion and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual with this unit and a separate Operator s Manual and Safety Manual if avail able with the attachment All manuals must be read and unde...

Page 2: ...ration Table of Contents Introduction 2 The Operator s Manual 2 Safety 3 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information 3 International Symbols 3 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 4 Equipment 6...

Page 3: ...ke Control Run Position Choke Open Safety Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself you will find safety alerts and helpful informational message...

Page 4: ...hol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well Eye Protection Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE re quirements whenever you operate the unit Hand Protection Wear n...

Page 5: ...repetitive move ment Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wri...

Page 6: ...with this Pro Attachment SeriesTM Check unit for loose missing nuts bolts and screws Tighten and or replace as needed Inspect guards for damage and ensure that they are securely in place Replace if g...

Page 7: ...cription Locate these safety decals 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 y...

Page 8: ...sition to close choke for cold starting Move choke lever to the RUN position to open choke 9 SPARK PLUG Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture 10 TOP GUARD Protects arm from the hot engine 11 DRIVE SHA...

Page 9: ...r drive shaft engages into the square upper drive shaft socket NOTE Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine 5 Rotate locator pin A 1 4 turn clockwise to engage lower sh...

Page 10: ...attachment assem bled and position front handle for comfortable operation Tighten handle screws Barrier Bar Assembly NOTE The barrier bar may be used with the PAS attachments indicated in the barrier...

Page 11: ...Pro Attachment SeriesTM 11 Operator s Manual...

Page 12: ...Blend X TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FC FD certified oil such as Echo p...

Page 13: ...e container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local gov ernment for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well vent...

Page 14: ...at 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 Rapid...

Page 15: ...ge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times C A 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment pa...

Page 16: ...derate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL D...

Page 17: ...very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter cover fue...

Page 18: ...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 h...

Page 19: ...crewdriver 4mm Hex Wrench Soft Metal Brush Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket 1 Remove muffler cover screw and muffler cover A 2 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt fro...

Page 20: ...der 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...

Page 21: ...t idle otherwise serious personal injury may result A carburetor adjustment Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjustments...

Page 22: ...and rotate 1 4 turn counter clockwise to lockout position 3 Remove attachment 4 Remove coupler E from upper drive shaft assembly by loosening clamping screw C and removing set screw D 5 Remove upper...

Page 23: ...n r u T r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e...

Page 24: ...umulate or reach an open flame or spark 2 Place the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and ser...

Page 25: ...Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend X ISO L EGD 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...

Page 26: ...riesTM unit recommended optional attachments Articulating Hedge Trimmer 99944200590 Articulating Hedge Trimmer 99944200595 Brushcutter 99944200600 Curved Shaft Edger 99944200470 Straight Shaft Edger 9...

Page 27: ...ncome 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 cabl...

Page 28: ...e 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...

Page 29: ...ipment 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 caus...

Page 30: ...30 notes...

Page 31: ...Pro Attachment SeriesTM 31 Operator s Manual notes...

Page 32: ...Site When presenting 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 operati...