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Echo PE-2620S Operator's Manual

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Operator's
Power Edger
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Read and understand all provided literature before
use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7532341601
© 10/24 ECHO Incorporated
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PE-2620/S

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  • Page 1 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 4 Parts and Serial Number..............4 Service ....................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Scan QR codes for more information. For additional literature, including safety manuals where applicable, or questions regarding terms used in this manual, visit: https://www.echo-usa.com/manuals https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/manuals X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 4: Servicing Information

    Register your ECHO equipment online at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.

  • Page 5: Safety

    Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 6: International Symbols

    Ignition Sparks Near ON / OFF Fuel DO NOT Smoke Purge Bulb Near Fuel Choke Control Choke Control “COLD START” “RUN” Position Position (Choke (Choke Open) Closed) Keep Feet Away Rotating Cutting From Blade Attachment X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 7 Keep Bystanders and Helpers Away 15 m (50 ft.) AVOID KICKOUT Keep Bystanders At Least 15 m (50 ft.) Away Beware Thrown Objects Wear Eye Protection Note: Not all symbols will appear on your unit. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 8: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements  must be worn whenever you operate the unit. For additional safety, a full-face shield can be worn over  safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 9: Hand Protection

    Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing and Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protective equipment whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
  • Page 10 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 information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 11 Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death can result. Do not operate gas-powered products indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 12 • Keep cutting attachment below waist. • Keep all body parts away from rotating cutting attachment. Avoid Hot Surfaces • If unit is equipped with muffler, keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 13: Equipment

    Incorporated 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. Check unit for loose or missing nuts, bolts, and screws.

  • Page 14: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 15: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) or etching(s) on your unit. Make sure they are legible, and that you understand and follow the instructions. If any cannot be read, replacements can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. Images shown below are for example only. Those on your unit might appear slightly different.
  • Page 16 11. Spark plug 12. Top guard 13. Recoil starter handle 14. Spark arrester muffler or spark arrester muffler with catalyst 15. Fuel tank 16. Fuel tank cap 17. Choke 18. Air filter 19. Purge bulb X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 17: Contents

    CONTENTS 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. The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience.

  • Page 18: Fuel

    NOT approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled two-stroke and two/four stroke hybrid engines. Two-Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil, such as ECHO branded two- stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used.
  • Page 19 AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors.  ECHO branded two-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury will result.
  • Page 20 Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some locations may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 21: Starting Cold Engine

    If a protective blade cover is used, ALWAYS remove blade cover before starting equipment. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward, away from the STOP position. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 22 Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN” position after five pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip throttle handle and support handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 23: Starting Warm Engine

    Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (B) until fuel is visible in the “Clear” fuel return line. Pump bulb an additional four or five times. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 24: Stopping Engine

    STOP position. 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 unit again. Edger Operation Techniques Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier.
  • Page 25 Position edger as shown. Before edging, be sure to read and understand the entire Operator's Manual to avoid serious injury. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Servicing Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to do it yourself or have the dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 27: Skill Levels

    Skill Levels Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 28 Apply lithium-based grease every 50 hours of use. Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 29: Air Filter

    Allow to dry completely before reuse. Do not oil. Air Filter: • Lightly brush debris from filter. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. Assemble components in reverse order. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 30: Fuel Filter

    Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand. Pull and twist slightly to separate. Install the new fuel filter. Insert the fuel filter assembly back into the fuel tank. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 31: Spark Plug

    Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. Tighten spark plug to 102-153 kgf•cm (89-133 lbf•in). X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 32: Cooling System

    “Normal Maintenance”. Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not covered by the warranty. Remove spark plug lead. Remove muffler cover (A). Remove engine cover (B). DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 33: Exhaust System

    Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. Assemble components in reverse order. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 34: Exhaust Port Cleaning

    Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 90-110 kgf•cm (80-95 lbf•in). Install muffler cover and attach spark plug lead. Start engine and warm to operating temperature. Stop engine and tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 35: Carburetor Adjustment

    For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting  attachment stops moving when the engine idles. When the unit is turned off, make sure the cutting  attachment has stopped before the unit is set down. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 36: Lubrication

    Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication. Note: Your debris shield may appear different than the debris shield shown. Gear Housing Remove plug (A), if required,and add grease to gear housing. Do not overfill. Replace plug and tighten securely. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 37: Drive Shaft

    Wear gloves or personal injury may result. Gear case and surrounding area may be hot. Remove split pin (A). Align hole in inner blade adapter (B) with notch in gear housing, and insert locking tool (G) to prevent PTO shaft (C) from rotating. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 38 Install outer adapter (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) firmly, turning counterclockwise. Note: Never reuse old split pin. Install new split pin (A) to secure nut, and bend both legs of pin counterclockwise around PTO shaft (C). X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Clean or replace runs, but Fuel filter Contaminants or Replace filter or dies Fuel filter dirty residue in fuel replace fuel Engine Fuel vent Contaminated Fuel vent Clean or replace does not plugged fuel accelerate properly X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 40: Storage

    Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. Place the stop switch in the OFF position. X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Secondary (pre-filter) – Polyurethane foam Ignition system Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge ignition type NGK CMR7H Spark plug Gap 0.6 mm (0.026 in.) Spark arrester muffler or spark arrester muffler with Exhaust system catalyst Starter system Automatic rewind starter X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 42: Product Registration

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: Your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Incorporated. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 43 PE-2620/S PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7532341601 © 10/24 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 44 U89712001001 - U89712999999 U89912001001 - U89912999999 U89613001001 - U89613999999 U89813001001 - U89813999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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