Summary of Contents for Echo Power Pruner 99944200532
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Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im- properly 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.
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 and the SAFETY MANUAL. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages.
ower runer TTAchMenT PerATor AnuAl afeTy WARNING Refer to your Pro Attachment Series or Split Boom Operator's Manual for correct engine fueling, starting and stop- ping instructions. manual safeTy symbols and ImporTanT InformaTIon Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words.
Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical Condition Hearing Protection Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever • if you are tired or sick, unit is used. • if you are taking medication, •...
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, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this unit. • Never adjust the guide bar or saw chain when the engine is operating.
Clear the Work Area • 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.
AnuAl equIpmenT WARNING Use this attachment with ECHO approved models only. Serious injury may result from the use of this attachment combined with a non approved ECHO product. Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
Locate this safety decal on your attachment. Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If it cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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.
6. Rotate locator pin (A) 1/4 turn clockwise to engage lower shaft hole. Insure locator pin is fully engaged by twisting lower drive shaft. Locator pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engagement will prevent further shaft rotation. 7. Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob (D).
ower runer TTAchMenT PerATor AnuAl IMPORTANT Tighten guide bar nuts to 8 - 9 N•m (71 - 80 in. lbs.) DO NOT over-tighten nuts. Damage may result. 8. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. NOTE All chains require frequent adjustment. 9.
adjusTIng auTomaTIC oIler 1. From bottom of gear case, turn adjustment screw (A) clockwise to decrease oil volume - counter clockwise to increase oil volume. NOTE The automatic oiler is preset to deliver a sufficient oil discharge volume during normal operating conditions. During heavy or dry cutting conditions, the oil discharge volume may be increased to assure adequate lubrication.
Pruner attachment achieve that goal. 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.
guIde bar and saw ChaIn replaCemenT WARNING Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine running. Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain. This saw chain is VERY sharp, wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it.
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ower runer TTAchMenT PerATor AnuAl To Adjust Saw Chain Tension. WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attach- ment. 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.
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
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89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 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.
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. ECHO, INCORPORATED...