ECHO PAS-225SB - Manuals

PAS-225 SAFETY X7732274101 9 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harmwww.P65Warnings.ca.gov The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injur...

SAFETY PAS-225 10 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Hand Protection Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/Ear Pr...

PAS-225 SAFETY X7732274101 11 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker ...

SAFETY PAS-225 12 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) 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 ma...

PAS-225 SAFETY X7732274101 13 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual for instruct...

PAS-225 EMISSION CONTROL X7732274101 15 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control...

DESCRIPTION PAS-225 16 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. Safety label is for exam...

CONTENTS PAS-225 18 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer ...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 19 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before remo...

OPERATION PAS-225 20 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcoho...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 21 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. ◆ Use an approved fuel container. Mark fuel containers as containing 2-stroke mixture fuel. ◆ DO NOT smoke near fuel. ◆ DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. ◆ Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing press...

OPERATION PAS-225 22 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 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. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and fla...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 23 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. *ANSI standards require brush cutters be equipped with a barrier bar or restrictive harness. U-Handle ensures a higher safety factor. Do Not install blades on GT (Curved Shaft) model trimmers. • Arbor diameter of upper blade plate must match arbor...

OPERATION PAS-225 24 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 3-Tooth Grass/Weed Blades may be used wherever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush. 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds up to 19 mm (0.75 in.) diameter. DO NOT use t...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 25 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Use Shoulder/Waist Harness Use of the shoulder/waist harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer/brushcutter use, not just blade operation. The shoulder/waist harness when used in a trimming operation with nylon line head suspends the trimmer from the ...

OPERATION PAS-225 26 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 2. Choke Move choke lever (B) to COLD START ( ) position. 3. 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. 4. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat a...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 27 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: If a...

OPERATION PAS-225 28 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. Stopping Engine 1. Throttle Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP...

PAS-225 OPERATION X7732274101 29 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Operating Techniques • Debris flows in direction of line head rotation. Change line head position to assure debris flow is directed away from operator. • Keep cutting line away from wire fences to avoid entanglement. • Operate trimmer only with cu...

OPERATION PAS-225 30 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Kickout Kickout is also a reactive force caused by resistance to cutting, but the direction of blade thrust is lateral (to the left or right of the blade), instead of forward or back toward the operator. In most cases, Push, Pull, and Kickout can ...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 31 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before ...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 33 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Air Filter Level 1. 1. Close choke (COLD START [ ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside...

MAINTENANCE PAS-225 34 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Fuel Filter Level 1. Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. Do not damage fuel line whil...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 35 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Spark Plug Level 2. Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug (BPMR8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT san...

MAINTENANCE PAS-225 36 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove engine cov...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 37 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead and engine cover. 2. Place piston at Top Dead Cen...

MAINTENANCE PAS-225 38 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 39 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Carburetor Adjustment Level 2. Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust ...

MAINTENANCE PAS-225 40 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Lubrication Level 1. Drive Shaft Upper 1. Loosen clamping knob (A) 2. Pull locater pin (B) and rotate ¼ turn counterclockwise to lockout position. 3. Remove attachment. 4. Remove coupler from upper drive shaft assembly by loosening clamping scre...

PAS-225 MAINTENANCE X7732274101 41 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. PAS-225 SB Only: Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Gear Case Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication. 1. Clean all loose debris from gear case. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add g...

MAINTENANCE PAS-225 42 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note: For normal use, Speed Feed ® head disassembly is not necessary. However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. 1. Press top of locking tabs (A) on both sides of Speed Feed...

TROUBLESHOOTING PAS-225 44 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOT...

PAS-225 STORAGE X7732274101 45 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Lo...

STORAGE PAS-225 46 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate 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 lubricat...

PAS-225 SPECIFICATIONS X7732274101 47 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PAS-225 SB Length 1798 mm (70.7 in.) Width 246 mm (9.7 in.) Height 328 mm (12.9 in.) Weight (dry) 5.4 kg (11.9 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 m...

PRODUCT REGISTRATION PAS-225 48 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. ECHO Optional Attachments Use only ECHO attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non ECHO attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual.E...

NOTES PAS-225 50 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. NOTES

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PAS-225SB SAFETY © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 7 The ignition components   of this machine generate an electromagnetic field   during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers.   To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and...

8 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PAS-225SB All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result....

PAS-225SB EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 9 Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. ◆ ALWAYS stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to...

10 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION PAS-225SB DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING ins...

12 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS PAS-225SB CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify yo...

PAS-225SB ASSEMBLY © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 13 ASSEMBLY Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly 1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-out position. 3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft. 4. Remove ...

14 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY PAS-225SB Nylon Line Head Installation Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). 2. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in...

PAS-225SB OPERATION © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 15 Support Handle Installation Note: Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location. 1. Position support handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, ...

16 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PAS-225SB Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend X ™ Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caus...

PAS-225SB OPERATION © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 17 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. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and f...

18 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PAS-225SB Plastic/Nylon Grass/Weed Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds up to 19 mm (3/4”) diameter. DO NOT...

PAS-225SB OPERATION © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 19 Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury.   Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that c...

20 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PAS-225SB Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: If...

PAS-225SB MAINTENANCE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 21 MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop befor...

PAS-225SB MAINTENANCE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 23 Spark Plug Level 2. Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT...

24 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PAS-225SB 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove engine cover (B). DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 6. Remove grass...

PAS-225SB MAINTENANCE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 25 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylind...

26 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PAS-225SB Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary...

PAS-225SB MAINTENANCE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 27 Drive Shaft Upper 1. Loosen clamping knob (A). 2. Pull locator pin (B) 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 r...

28 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PAS-225SB Nylon Line Replacement Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Cut one piece of line to recommended length. .080 (2.0 mm) dia. – 20’ (6 m).095 (2.4 mm) dia. – 20’ (6 m)...

PAS-225SB MAINTENANCE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 29 Sharpening Metal Blades Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpe...

30 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING PAS-225SB TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHO...

PAS-225SB STORAGE © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. X7722277602 31 STORAGE Storage Hook Installation 1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. 2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surroun...

32 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS PAS-225SB SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PAS-225 SB Length 1825 mm (71.85 in.) Width 246 mm (9.69 in.) Height 335 mm (13.19in.) Weight (dry) 3.75 kg (8.26 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 2...

34 X7722277602 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENT PAS-225SB WARRANTY STATEMENT ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free fro...