Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAS-225 2 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................. 4Servicing Information .................................................................................. 4 Par...
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; OR; SERVICING INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION PAS-225 4 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, a...
Page 6 - SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information; Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and
SAFETY PAS-225 6 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols...
Page 9 - Physical Condition; Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:; Eye Protection
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...
Page 10 - Hand Protection
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...
Page 11 - Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions; during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.
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 ...
Page 12 - • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.
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...
Page 13 - Read the Manuals; • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual for; Clear the Work Area; tightly encircling the handles.; Keep a Solid Stance; • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery,; Avoid Hot Surfaces; • During operation, the drive shaft housing and
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...
Page 15 - An Emission Control Label; is
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...
Page 16 - DESCRIPTION
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...
Page 18 - CONTENTS; Support Handle Installation; Note: Label shows minimum; Power Head with Upper Drive Shaft Assembly
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 ...
Page 19 - OPERATION; Fuel
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...
Page 20 - Gasoline; approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is; Two Stroke Oil
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...
Page 21 - DO NOT smoke near fuel.; Mixing Instructions
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...
Page 22 - Storage; - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government; Operation With Blades; Blade; Support
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...
Page 23 - • A new cotter pin is required each time a blade is installed.; Note: The barrier bar is used to restrict rearward movement; Blade Selection
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...
Page 24 - may; Tooth Weed/Grass Blade; 0 Tooth Brush Blade; is designed; 2 Tooth Clearing Blade
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...
Page 25 - Use Shoulder/Waist Harness; Starting Cold Engine; Stop Switch
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 ...
Page 26 - Choke; Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN” position after 5; Throttle Trigger
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...
Page 27 - Note: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to
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...
Page 28 - Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start; Stopping Engine; Throttle; Applications; Trimming
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...
Page 29 - to assure debris flow is directed away from operator.; Reaction Forces; Push or Pull - Kickback or Kickout
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...
Page 30 - Kickout; Blade Cutting Problems
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 ...
Page 31 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; Level 3; or
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 ...
Page 33 - • Lightly brush debris from filter.
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...
Page 34 - Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank.; Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank.
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...
Page 35 - • Air intakes are blocked,
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...
Page 36 - Remove spark plug lead.; DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
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...
Page 37 - Spark Arrestor Screen; Remove spark plug lead and engine cover.; Note: When cleaning carbon; Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket
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...
Page 38 - Exhaust Port Cleaning
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...
Page 39 - High Altitude Operation; Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in
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 ...
Page 40 - Drive Shaft Upper; Lithium Based Grease.
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...
Page 41 - Gear Case; Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication.
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...
Page 42 - head disassembly is not; Sharpening Metal Blades
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...
Page 44 - TROUBLESHOOTING
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...
Page 45 - STORAGE
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...
Page 46 - Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.; Storage Hook Installation
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...
Page 47 - SPECIFICATIONS
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...
Page 48 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment; FAST
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...
Page 50 - NOTES
NOTES PAS-225 50 X7732274101 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. NOTES
Page 52 - ECHO INCORPORATED
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