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Echo Pro Attachment Series PAS-265 Operator's Manual

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Pro Attachment Series
Operator's Manual
MODEL
wArning
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual (if avail-
able) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and understood for proper and
safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X7502024003
PAS-265
TM
X750010523
12/09

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  • Page 1 PAS-265 wArning Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual (if avail- able) with the attachment. All manuals 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 as well as your attachment operator's manual and SAFETY MANUAL (if available) before operation. You will find these manuals easy to read and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Safety

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl afety anual afety ymbols and mportant nformatIon 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

    Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold.
  • 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

    NOTE ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this Pro Attachment Series • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.

  • 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 18. bARRIER bAR - Helps keep the cutting attachment away from the operator's legs and feet by limiting rearward movement of the unit if kick out occurs. Not for use as a handle. Allows use of all Echo-approved accessories and...

  • 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 Adjustment/Barrier Bar Assembly

    front handle adjustment barrIer bar assembly Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: Barrier Bar Handle Adjustment spacInG NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Stand in a comfortable operating position with attachment assem- bled, and position front handle for comfortable operation. Tighten handle screws.
  • Page 11 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl...

  • Page 12: 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 prob- lems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.

  • Page 13: Handling Fuel

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl Handling Fuel wArning 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 14: Starting Cold Engine

    startInG cold enGIne wArning The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. 1.

  • Page 15: 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 16: 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 the task is not listed see your Echo dealer for repairs.

  • Page 17: Air Filter

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl aIr fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Cleaning brush 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.

  • Page 18: Spark Plug

    spark pluG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush 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 19: Exhaust System

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl IMPORTANT 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.
  • Page 20 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: 4mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B).

  • Page 21: 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 avail- able, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on page 24 "Specifications"...

  • Page 22: Lubrication

    lubrIcatIon Level 1. Tools required: 5 mm Hex Wrench, Clean Rag Parts Required: POWER BLENDX 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Drive Shaft Upper IMPORTANT The drive shaft must be lubricated with high temperature auto- motive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 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...

  • Page 24: Storage

    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 25: Specifications

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl pecIfIcatIons MODEL ----------------------------------------------- PAS-265 Unit Length -------------------------------------------- 1036 mm (40.8 in.) Width --------------------------------------------------- 248 mm (9.8 in.) Height -------------------------------------------------- 251 mm (9.875 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------- 4.8 kg (10.6 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------- Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ----------------------------------------------------- 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) Stroke --------------------------------------------------- 28.0 mm (1.10 in.) Displacement ------------------------------------------ 25.4 cc (1.55 cu.

  • Page 26: Recommended Optional Attachments

    * For use with: Articulating Hedge Trimmer, Hedge Trimmer, and PowerPruner Attachments ONLY. NOTE ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this Pro Attachment Series...

  • Page 27: 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 28 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 29 HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.
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  • Page 32: 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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