Summary of Contents for Echo ProPaddle 99944200620
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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. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages.
addle 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.
Hearing Protection early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. 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.
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addle ttachment 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).
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...
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FLEXIBLE DRIVE CABLE - Cable end fits into drive shaft coupler of Pro Attachment Series or Split Boom mod- els. Lubricate drive cable every 25 hours of use with Echo Lube or high temperature automotive grease. TUBE PROTECTOR - Reversible rubber sleeve protects lower driveshaft housing from wear.
After opening the carton, check for damage. Use the contents list below to check for missing parts. Notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of damaged or missing parts immediately. ___ 1 - Gear Housing Assembly ___ 1 - Lower Drive Shaft Assembly...
power head shafT lower shafT assembly Parts Required: PAS or SRM-SB Power Head w/Shaft & Coupling. 1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-out position. 3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft. CAUTION: Thrown objects hazard.
addle ttachment Perator anual peraTIon break 1. ProPaddle sweeper drums with new paddle belts must be broken-in before use to prevent the belts from gripping and dragging on hard surfaces. 2. Grip the handles firmly, and position ProPaddle well out in front of your body.
ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOUR- SELF 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.
addle ttachment Perator anual maInTenanCe InTervals Component Maintenance Procedure Skill Level Interval Drive Shaft Grease Every 25 hours of use Gear Case Lubricate Every 300 hours of use Paddles Inspect/Switch/Replace* 1/2/2 Daily Tube Protector Inspect/Rotate/Reverse/Replace* 1/2/2/2 Weekly Screws/Nuts Inspect/Tighten/Replace 1/1/1 Before Each Use *Inspect parts at intervals indicated and service or replace as needed.
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4. Pull flexible cable (C) from gear housing end of drive shaft hous- ing, wipe clean, and re-coat with a thin coating [15 ml (1/2 oz.)] of POWER BLENDX Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing. DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable.
Inspect ProPaddle belts and fins for excessive wear and damage. Have Echo dealer replace paddle belts if fins are worn excessively or distorted, or if belts are damaged. Clean ProPaddle sweeper drums and reusable belts with water.
Store ProPaddle components in a cool, dry place. Store gearcase/ lower driveshaft assembly with gearcase down to prevent lubricant leakage from open shaft end. IMPORTANT DO NOT allow ProPaddle attachment to rest on paddle fins during prolonged storage, or fins may become flattened. Storage Hook Installation Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft.
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...