Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAS-225VP 2 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................. 4Servicing Information .................................................................................. 4 P...
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; OR; SERVICING INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION PAS-225VP 4 X7732274201 © 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,...
Page 6 - SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information; Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and
SAFETY PAS-225VP 6 X7732274201 © 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 symbo...
Page 9 - Physical Condition; Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:; Eye Protection
PAS-225VP SAFETY X7732274201 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 inj...
Page 10 - Hand Protection
SAFETY PAS-225VP 10 X7732274201 © 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 ...
Page 11 - Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions; during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.
PAS-225VP SAFETY X7732274201 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 pacemake...
Page 12 - • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.
SAFETY PAS-225VP 12 X7732274201 © 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 ...
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; Equipment
PAS-225VP SAFETY X7732274201 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 instru...
Page 15 - An Emission Control Label; is
PAS-225VP EMISSION CONTROL X7732274201 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 Contr...
Page 16 - DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION PAS-225VP 16 X7732274201 © 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 ex...
Page 18 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS PAS-225VP 18 X7732274201 © 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 Deale...
Page 19 - ASSEMBLY; Debris Shield With Cutoff Knife Installation; (Use with Debris Shield With Cutoff Knife); Wear Gloves or personal injury may result:
PAS-225VP ASSEMBLY X7732274201 19 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY Debris Shield With Cutoff Knife Installation (For Nylon Line Operation) The debris shield with cutoff knife is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install debris shield without cutoff knife when using plastic or metal blades, or serio...
Page 20 - Note: Your nylon line head; To Advance Trimmer Line; See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement.
ASSEMBLY PAS-225VP 20 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 1. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). 2. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D) (not provided). 3. Remove vinyl protector from PTO shaft, if installed. 4. Thread line...
Page 21 - Note: Do not disassemble nylon line head.; Power Head Shaft to Lower Shaft Assembly; Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface.; Note: Your coupler may appear different than; PAS or SRM-SB Power Head Shaft and Coupling
PAS-225VP ASSEMBLY X7732274201 21 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Remove Nylon Line Head Note: Do not disassemble nylon line head. 1. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). 2. Remove line head (E) by turning it clockwise until head is completely of...
Page 22 - Note: Earlier model power; Support Handle Installation; Note: Label shows minimum
ASSEMBLY PAS-225VP 22 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 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: Earlier model power heads may have shorter couplings. No...
Page 23 - OPERATION; Fuel
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 23 © 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 re...
Page 24 - Gasoline; approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is; Two Stroke Oil
OPERATION PAS-225VP 24 X7732274201 © 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 alco...
Page 25 - DO NOT smoke near fuel.; Mixing Instructions
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 25 © 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 pre...
Page 26 - approved fuel storage container.; Storage; - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your; Operation With Blades
OPERATION PAS-225VP 26 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. • Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel ...
Page 27 - • A new cotter pin is required each time a blade is installed.; Note: The barrier bar is used to restrict rearward movement; Blade Selection; Blade
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 27 © 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 arb...
Page 28 - may; Tooth Weed/Grass Blade; 0 Tooth Brush Blade; is designed; 2 Tooth Clearing Blade
OPERATION PAS-225VP 28 X7732274201 © 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...
Page 29 - Use Shoulder/Waist Harness; Edger Operation Techniques; Note: Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 29 © 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 th...
Page 30 - Position edger as shown.
OPERATION PAS-225VP 30 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 4. Loosen adjustment knob (A). Move wheel up to increase cutting depth, or down to decrease cutting depth. A depth of 0.5 in. (13 mm) is optimal. Tighten adjustment knob (A). 5. Before edging, plan your direction of travel so that the unit will ...
Page 31 - Stop Switch
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 31 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 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 cou...
Page 32 - Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN” position after 5; Throttle Trigger; Starting Warm Engine; Note: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to
OPERATION PAS-225VP 32 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the RUN ( ) (open) position. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Pull starter handle/rope until eng...
Page 33 - Purge Bulb; Note: If engine does not start; Stopping Engine; Throttle
PAS-225VP OPERATION X7732274201 33 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible in the “Clear” fuel return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip th...
Page 34 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; Level 3; or
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 34 X7732274201 © 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 befor...
Page 36 - • Lightly brush debris from filter.; Fuel Filter
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 36 X7732274201 © 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 insi...
Page 37 - Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank.; Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank.; Spark Plug
PAS-225VP MAINTENANCE X7732274201 37 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank. 2. Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank. 3. Do not remove the wire coil clamp to remove the fuel filter. Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line just...
Page 38 - • Air intakes are blocked,; DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 38 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Cooling System Level 2. 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 39 - Spark Arrestor Screen; Remove spark plug lead and engine cover.
PAS-225VP MAINTENANCE X7732274201 39 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 4. Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System S...
Page 40 - Note: When cleaning carbon; Exhaust Port Cleaning; Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover.
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 40 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (C), gaskets (D), (E), and screen (F), from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler...
Page 41 - Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged.; Carburetor Adjustment; High Altitude Operation; Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in
PAS-225VP MAINTENANCE X7732274201 41 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 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 cylinder. 4. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Instal...
Page 42 - Drive Shaft Upper; Lithium Based Grease.
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 42 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; countercloc...
Page 43 - Gear Case; Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication.
PAS-225VP MAINTENANCE X7732274201 43 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 5. Remove upper flex cable (E), wipe clean, and apply a thin coating of 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease. 6. Install cable. Make sure that the flex cable fully engages into the clutch square drive socket. 7. Slide coupler on upper drive shaft until f...
Page 44 - head disassembly is not
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VP 44 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 3. Slide the flexible cable (D) back in the drive housing. DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable. 4. Install the gear housing and shield assembly. Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note: For normal use, Speed Feed ® head disassembly is not ...
Page 45 - Wear gloves or personal injury may result:
PAS-225VP MAINTENANCE X7732274201 45 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. 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.2.0 mm (0.080 in.) diameter6 m (20 ft.). 2.4 mm (0.095 in.) d...
Page 48 - Note: Replace blade when it is bent, damaged, or worn shorter; TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING PAS-225VP 48 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Edger Blade Replacement Level 1. Parts required: Blade, new split pin. Note: Replace blade when it is bent, damaged, or worn shorter than 152.4 mm (6 in.). 1. Remove split pin (A). 2. Align hole in inner blade adapter (B) with notch in gea...
Page 50 - STORAGE; Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
STORAGE PAS-225VP 50 X7732274201 © 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. ...
Page 51 - SPECIFICATIONS
PAS-225VP SPECIFICATIONS X7732274201 51 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. Storage Hook Installation 1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. 2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PAS-225 Value Pack Length 1010 mm (39.7 in.) Width 246 mm (9.7 in.) Height...
Page 54 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment; FAST
PRODUCT REGISTRATION PAS-225VP 54 X7732274201 © 02/2019 ECHO Inc. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY ! NOTE: your information will never be sold or ...
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