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Echo Pro Attachment Series PAS-225 Operator's Manual

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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 opera-
tor'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.
X7722274802
PAS-225
wArning
TM
X772000472
03/13

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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 opera- tor’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Safety

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl afety 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. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

  • Page 4: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such informa- tion, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker. Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be...
  • Page 5 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 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 put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).

  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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 7: Description

    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 dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 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.

  • Page 9: Contents

    The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, other assembly may be necessary. 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 10: Front Handle Installation

    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.

  • Page 11: Operation

    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 12: Handling Fuel

    Handling Fuel dAnger Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. •...

  • Page 13: Starting Cold Engine

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl startIng Cold engIne wArning 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 could cause loss of control. 1.

  • Page 14: 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. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button/lever (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    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. If a task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 16: Air Filter

    aIr fIlter Level 1. Parts required: REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 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.

  • Page 17: Spark Plug

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl spark plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 18: Exhaust System

    1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove engine cover (B). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5.
  • Page 19 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 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 components. NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the cata- lytic element inside muffler.

  • Page 20: Carburetor Adjustment

    Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. 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 21: Lubrication

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl lubrICatIon Level 1. Parts Required: POWER BLENDX 8 oz. (P/N 91016) or Lithium Base Grease. Drive Shaft Upper 1. Loosen clamping knob (A). 2. Pull locator pin (B) and rotate 1/4 turn counter clockwise to lockout position.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    roubleshootIng r o t r o t i a r i l l r o t r e l i l y i l y r o t r e l f f u r e l h t i r u t r / n r i a...

  • Page 23: Storage

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 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 property damage or personal injury may result.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    peCIfICatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PAS-225 Unit Length ------------------------------------------------- 1010mm (39.76 in.) Unit Width -------------------------------------------------- 246 mm (9.69 in.) Unit Height ------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 3.75 kg (8.26 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke -------------------------------------------------------- 26.0 mm (1.02 in.) Displacement ----------------------------------------------- 21.2 cc (1.29 cu.

  • Page 25: Echo Approved Optional Equipment

    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 and attachment manual.

  • Page 26: Warranty Statements

    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.
  • Page 27 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.

  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    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...

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