Page 2 - Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in
2 I ntroductIon Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on- the-job-dependability. Read and understand this manual as well as your attachment operator's manual and SAFETY MANUAL before operation. You will find these manuals easy to read an...
Page 3 - tm; PerAtor; CAUTiOn; CIRCLE AND SLASh SyMbOL; This symbol means the specific action; Category III
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 3 NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information neces- sary for the protection of the unit. InternatIonal symbols Hot Surface Carburetor Adjust- ment - idle spe...
Page 4 - wArning
4 Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensa- tions, followed by loss ...
Page 5 - Repetitive Stress Injuries; DAngEr; Read the Manual; Clear the Work Area; Keep a Firm Grip
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 5 Repetitive Stress Injuries 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 pu...
Page 6 - ALWAyS; before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.; DO NOT; equIpment; servicing dealer before using.; PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD); listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.; mIssIon; California models only.
6 wArning 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing un...
Page 7 - escrIptIon; instructions for specific information.; Trimmer Shaft Decal
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 7 1 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 2 6 12 d escrIptIon 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 your ECHO deal...
Page 8 - The muffler or
8 1. POWER hEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. ThROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. STOP SWITCh - "SLIDE SWITCH" m...
Page 9 - parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.; Trimmer or Power Blower Attachment Assembly
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 9 c ontents After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. _____ 1 - Power Head w/Upper Drive Shaft Assembly _____ 1 - Lower D...
Page 10 - Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler (B) to; shaft. Locator pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engagement; plastIc; NOTE; Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.
10 5. Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler (B) to decal assembly line (C), making sure that the inner lower drive shaft engages the square upper drive shaft socket. NOTE Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine. 6. Rotate locator pin (A) 1/4 turn ...
Page 11 - Caution; • Cutoff knife is sharp.; IMPORTANT
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 11 nylon lIne head InstallatIon Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Caution 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 l...
Page 12 - gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.; Min; front; Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location.; peratIon; away from your face and body.; regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
12 wArning 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing uni...
Page 13 - not be gripped when using or carrying the unit.; trImmer; Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use; Blade use; DEMANDS
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 13 NOTE The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit. trImmer - operatIon wIth blades Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use wAr...
Page 14 - Choosing the Correct Blade
14 8 Tooth Weed/Grass blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter or larger. 80 Tooth brush blade is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 13 mm (1/2 in.) diameter. 22 Tooth Clearing blade is ...
Page 15 - lawns and flowerbeds.; Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face fil; operatInG
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 15 2. Control blower speed with throttle trigger. 3. Use lower speed to blow debris from hard surfaces. 4. Additional speed may be necessary to clean debris, snow, etc. from lawns and flowerbeds. NOTE Never use a higher speed setting than necessary t...
Page 16 - Fuel Requirements; NOT; fuel; Handling Fuel
16 NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. wArning Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% et...
Page 17 - Mixing Instructions; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return; startInG; Stop Switch
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 17 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel...
Page 18 - (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
18 D 4. Recoil Starter Lay 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 engine fir...
Page 19 - stoppInG; Throttle; If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi-; aIntenance; skIll; Level; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 19 A stoppInG enGIne 1. Throttle Release throttle, and allow engine to return to idle before shutting engine off. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. wArning If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP ...
Page 20 - grease every 50 hours of use.; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:; grease every 25 hours of use.; aIr; accumulated dirt from air cleaner area.
20 maIntenance Intervals 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/Repla...
Page 21 - VERy; flammable. Use extreme ca; spark
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 21 fuel fIlter Level 1. Parts required: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. DAngEr Fuel is VERy flammable. Use extreme ca re when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from aroun...
Page 22 - must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air; DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
22 coolInG system Level 2. 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: • ...
Page 23 - Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.; lytic element inside muffler.; eXhaust; Spark Arrestor Screen
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 23 1. Remove engine cover (B). 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (C,D), gasket (E), and screen (F), from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler c...
Page 24 - High Altitude Operation; above; idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on
24 carburetor adjustment 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 emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as requ...
Page 25 - lubrIcatIon; Gear Housing; Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and; Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing. DO NOT get
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 25 lubrIcatIon Level 1. Parts Required: POWER BLENDX TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if necessary. DO NOT over-fill. Drive ...
Page 26 - Drive Shaft Upper; nylon
26 D A B B E A C D F 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 removing set screw (D). 5. Remove upp...
Page 27 - sharpenInG; File each tooth at a 30 degree angle a specific number of times,
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 27 4. Hold trimmer head while turning knob clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 5” (13 cm) of each line remains exposed. t rImmer head Is now fully loaded and ready for operatIon . NOTE: Trimmer head is pre-wound with .095" (2.4mm) Cross...
Page 28 - roubleshootInG; Fuel vapors are; extremely; flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.; Never; test for ignition spark by ground-
28 t roubleshootInG DAngEr Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T r A H C g n i T O O H S E L B U O r T M E L B O r P E n i g n E m e l b...
Page 29 - toraGe; Drain; Storage Hook Installation
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 29 s toraGe Long Term Storage (over 30 days) wArning 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 prope...
Page 30 - pecIfIcatIons; Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst; Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil; line capacity
30 s pecIfIcatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PAS-225 Value Pack Unit Length ------------------------------------------------- 1793mm (70.6 in.)Unit Width -------------------------------------------------- 251 mm (9.88 in.)Unit Height ---------------------------------...
Page 31 - been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units.
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 31 echo approved optIonal attachments wArning Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non approved at- tachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual an...
Page 32 - arranty
32 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 from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from dat...
Page 35 - notes
P ro A ttAchment S erieS tm o PerAtor ' S m AnuAl 35 notes
Page 36 - Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWERTM Parts and Assemblies; always; ber, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these; Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs
ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 o akwood r oad l ake Z urIch , Il 60047-1564 www . echo - usa . com COnSUMEr PrODUCT SUPPOrT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T. DEALEr? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www.echo-usa.com PAS-225 S59511001001/S59511999999 S59612001001/S59612999999 Trimmer S06400001...
