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Echo PPFD-2400 TYPE 1/1E Operator's Manual

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Power Pruner
Operator's Manual
MODEL:
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual, which must
be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
X7502301301
PPFD-2400 TYPE 1/1E
Serial Number 001001 & Up
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
DANGER
89861024661
08/98

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  • Page 1 WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury. 89861024661 X7502301301...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY messages. WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo Inc. provides an Owner's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. THE OWNER S MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Manual Safety Symbols & Important Information

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL & I ANUAL AFETY YMBOLS MPORTANT NFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

  • Page 4: Decals

    Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions 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 5: Fuel

    Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual. • Echo 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.

  • Page 6: Personal Condition & Safety Equipment

    Power Pruner handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection -- Echo recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing -- Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.

  • Page 7: Safe Operation

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL Hot Humid Weather -- Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages.

  • Page 8: Kickback

    Keep A Firm Grip • Grip Power Pruner with both hands with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handle, and shaft tube. Keep A Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders.

  • Page 9: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS 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. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.

  • Page 10: Description

    IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately ENGINE FAMILY: TEH024UB24RA notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing DISPLACEMENT: 23.6cc parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH1 AND 1995-...
  • Page 11 OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL...
  • Page 12 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. REAR HANDLE ASSEMBLY WITH THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - Sturdy handle for right hand placement. Includes stop switch, throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. The engine does not stop when throttle trigger lockout lever is released and throttle trigger is engaged during throttle operation.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL PECIFICATIONS i t i i t i . l f ) " i l i ) " 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.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    SSEMBLY SHAFT TUBE POWER HEAD Tools Required: T-wrench, 8 mm X 10 mm Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Shaft Tube Assembly; Cutting Attachment 1. Loosen bolt (A). 2. Match square socket in engine shaft with square power transmis- sion shaft (B) and slide together until engine rests against the machine surface of shaft tube coupler (C).

  • Page 15: Throttle Linkage Connections

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL Align ridges on aluminum shaft tube (F) with seams in cutting attachment. Join star shaped drive end of inner power transmis- sion shaft (G) with cutting attachment shaft (H). Slide together aligning locator screw (E) in cutting attachment with locating hole in aluminum shaft tube.

  • Page 16: Saw Chain Tension Adjustment

    Tighten the 10mm linkage nuts. Check throttle for freedom of movement and make sure it returns to idle position. If the throttle linkage does not allow the carburetor throttle plate (C) to return to idle against idle screw (D), loosen linkage nuts;...

  • Page 17: Pre-Operation

    Two-Stroke Oil A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD approved oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty.

  • Page 18: Automatic Oiling System

    S M T W T F IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 4 5 6 thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 IMPORTANT 22 23 24 25 26 27 28...

  • Page 19: Determine Operation Area

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL DETERMINE OPERATION AREA • Before staring the unit, equip yourself and fellow workers in the 15 M (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protective equipment and clothing. • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could 15 M (50 ft.) contribute to unsafe conditions.

  • Page 20: Starting Warm Engine

    WARNING DANGER Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc. which could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting. Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 M (50 ft.) from starting area, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Lay the pruner on a flat clear area.

  • Page 21: Stopping Engine

    WARNING DANGER 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 pruner again. PRUNING TECHNIQUES CORRECT The Power Pruner is designed for light to medium trimming of limbs and branches up to 203 mm (8 in.) in diameter.

  • Page 22: 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 Service Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 23: Air Filter

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Parts required: REPOWER Filtration Kit P/N 90008 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu- lated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2.

  • Page 24: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7Y 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3.

  • Page 25: Exhaust System

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. Assemble components in reverse order. NOTE When installing the engine cover, be certain the tab of the metal deflector shield is in the slot of the engine cover.

  • Page 26: Carburetor Adjustment Emissions

    CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models Level 2. Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with HI (A) and LO (B) needle adjustment limiters that prevent settings outside acceptable limits.

  • Page 27: Carburetor Adjustment Non Emissions

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Non Emission Models Idle Speed Adjustment Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (C) CW (clockwise) until saw chain begins to turn, then turn screw out CCW (counter clockwise) until saw chain stops turning. Turn screw out, CCW an additional 1/4 turn. WARNING DANGER Saw chain must not turn when unit is idling, otherwise serious...

  • Page 28: Guide Bar And Saw Chain Replacement

    GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING DANGER Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine running. This saw chain is VERY sharp, wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements. Guide Bar Replacement / Installation Level 3 •...
  • Page 29 OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL 1. Loosen four (4) screws (A) and locator screw (B). Remove cutting attachment from shaft tube. NOTE Do not remove locator screw (B) completely from cutting attach- ment, otherwise inner lock nut will come loose and be lost. 2.
  • Page 30 10. Assemble engine/lower adaptor assembly in position at housing end and engage power transmission shaft end (E) into engine clutch drum PTO. 11. Check upper adaptor cap (D) for correct placement of "O" ring half. Assemble cap onto the shaft tube locating power transmis- sion shaft ball bearing (I) into adaptor body and cap groove.

  • Page 31: Filing Saw Chain

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL FILING SAW CHAIN Level 3. IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutter will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration, and premature saw chain failure. WARNING DANGER Always stop engine and wear gloves when filing saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine starts hard Remedy Cause does not start Engine Fuel at No fuel at Fuel strainer clogged Clean Cranks carburetor Clean carburetor Fuel line clogged See your dealer Carburetor Carburetor See your dealer No fuel at Fuel at cylinder cylinder Open choke...

  • Page 33: Storage

    OWER RUNER WNER ANUAL TORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or...

  • Page 34: Servicing Information

    To obtain a Parts Catalog or Operator's Manual send a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial numbe of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above.

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