Echo PowerPruner PPT-266/H Operator's Manual

Echo PowerPruner PPT-266/H Operator's Manual

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x7722271404 / x772000
POWER PRUNER
Operator's Manual
The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot.
Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may
occur.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator's
manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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, and may not include all standard equipment.
X7712091200
© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
PPT-266/H
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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Operator’s Manual..........................3 The Safety Manual ............................3 Servicing Information ............................3 Parts/Serial Number ............................ 3 Service................................. 3 Echo Consumer Product Support........................ 3 Product Registration ............................ 3 Additional or Replacement Manuals......................4 Safety ................................. 4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information..................4 International Symbols ..........................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.
  • Page 4: Additional Or Replacement Manuals

    ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. 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.
  • Page 5: International Symbols

    ON / OFF resistant footwear near fuel Closed) Do not operate Keep bystanders Choke Control closer than 15 M at least “RUN” Position Chain Lubrication. (50 ft.) from 4.5 meters (15 ft.) (Choke Open) electrical hazards. away. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
  • Page 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 8 • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use. Use Proper Clothing & Equipment • Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect against falling branches and debris. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 9: Kickback

    Avoid contact of the guide bar tip with any object while the saw chain is moving. Cut only wood. Avoid striking concrete, metal, wire, or other obstructions which could cause kickback or damage to the saw chain. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 10: Equipment

    Use only ECHO attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.
  • Page 11: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 12: 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 instructions for specific information.
  • Page 13 PPT-266/H DESCRIPTION PPT-266H Handle Label Shaft Label Hot Labels X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 14 Pump purge bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 21. SPARK PLUG – Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 22. GUIDE BAR COVER – Used to cover guide bar and saw chain during transport and storage. Remove guide bar cover before using unit. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 15: Contents

    Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly. 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.
  • Page 16: Assembly

    Note: Gear Housing must be aligned properly with engine. 4. Tighten drive shaft clamp bolt (A) securely. 5. Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembly through clip below fan housing. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 17: Cutting Attachment To Drive Shaft Installation

    / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture (D). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. 3. Connect two (2) ignition stop leads (F, G) from throttle cable tubing to two (2) ignition leads (F, G) on engine.
  • Page 18: Saw Chain Tension Adjustment

    Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attachment. Wear gloves when handling saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. To Adjust Saw Chain Tension 1. Move stop switch to STOP position. 2. Disconnect spark plug lead. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 19: Operation

    Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
  • Page 20 , will void the two-stroke engine warranty. ™ Echo premium Power Blend X Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable.
  • Page 21: Lubricating The Guide Bar And Saw Chain

    If oil is leaking from the bar cover area, reduce the oil discharge volume. Refill the oil reservoir with each tank of fuel. Note: Very little visible oil on the saw chain will provide sufficient lubrication. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 22: Starting Cold Engine

    Release throttle trigger, and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. Note: If engine does not start with choke in Run position after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 2–5. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 23: Starting Warm Engine

    The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. PPT-266H 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
  • Page 24: Stopping Engine

    Move stop switch button (A) to STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke—COLD START position—to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. Pruning Techniques Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.
  • Page 25 1. Under cut 1/4 limb diameter near tree trunk. 2. Finish top cut slightly farther out on limb. 3. Flush cut stub at trunk. • DO NOT use for felling or bucking. Blade Hits Rear Branch Not Correct X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded.
  • Page 27: Air Filter

    5. Place foam pre-filter over raised center and inside outer lip of air filter. Install air filter in air filter case. 6. Install air filter retainer on post in air filter cover, flat side up. 7. Install air filter cover and tighten cover knob securely. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 28: Fuel Filter

    2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 150–170 kgf • cm (130–150 in • lbf). X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 29: Cooling System

    DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 30: Exhaust System

    6. Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 90–110 kgf • cm (80–95 in • lbf). 7. Install engine cover and attach spark plug lead. 8. Start engine, and warm to operating temperature. 9. Stop engine, and re-tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 31: Carburetor Adjustment

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.
  • Page 32: Guide Bar And Saw Chain Replacement

    2. Remove sprocket guard (D). 3. Remove guide bar and saw chain from gear case and sprocket. 4. Remove chain from guide bar and check guide bar for damage and excessive or uneven wear. Replace guide bar if necessary. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 33: Filing Standard Saw Chain

    3/8” 0.050 10A0CD3739 12" regular bar P/N 91VXL44CQ 3/8” 0.050 12A0CD3744 Check bar Part Number on your Power Pruner. Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34 (0.025 in.) slot and end against front cutter raker. File cutter raker with flat file until flush with top of depth gauge.. 5. Finish cutter sharpening by rounding front raker edge (C) ° with flat file 6. Properly filed cutter is as shown. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 7. Apply clean oil and rotate saw chain slowly to wash away Top Plate Angle filings. 8. If saw chain is coated or clogged with resin, clean in kerosene, then soak in oil. Top Plate Cutting Angle Depth Gauge X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter...
  • Page 37: Storage

    Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there. 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). 9. Install the sprocket guard on the guide bar and saw chain during storage. X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 38: Specifications

    Fuel Mixed (Gasoline and 2-stroke Oil) ® 50 : 1 Power Blend X or ECHO Red Armor ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) Fuel/Oil Ratio and J.A.S.O. M345- FD, two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more Gasoline than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE.
  • Page 39: Warranty Statements

    Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty. • ECHO’s Rapid Loader String Head carries a lifetime warranty on the line locking system, parts only; no labor. Refer to your operator’s manual for string head installation and maintenance instructions.
  • Page 40: Notes

    10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual.
  • Page 41: Product Registration

    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 misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 42: Notes

    NOTES PPT-266/H NOTES X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 43 PPT-266/H NOTES X7712091200 © 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 44 ECHO, INCORPORATED E20514001001/E20514999999 (H) E20614001001/E20614999999 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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