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Power Pruner
Operator's Manual
MODEL:
WARNING
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation.
X7702090801
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PPT-260
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X770001021
02/07

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  • Page 1 PERATOR ANUAL Power Pruner Operator's Manual MODEL: PPT-260 WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X770001021 X7702090801 02/07...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NTRODUCTION 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 found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Safety

    OWER RUNER 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 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: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Pruner Physical Condition Hearing Protection Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever • if you are tired or sick, unit is used. • if you are taking medication, •...
  • Page 5 OWER RUNER 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: Kickback

    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. Do not overreach. • Operate the Power Pruner only from the ground or out of an approved bucket lift.

  • Page 7: Equipment

    WARNING Serious injury may result from the use of non approved guide bar and saw chain combinations. 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 8: Description

    Locate this safety decal 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 9 OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration press trigger gradually for best operating technique. SHOULDER HARNESS - An adjustable strap that suspends the unit from the operator. CUTTING ATTACHMENT - Sealed, gear ratio is 1.5:1 reduction.

  • Page 10: Contents

    Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly. 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 11: Cutting Attachment To Drive Shaft Installation

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL CUTTING ATTACHMENT TO DRIVE SHAFT INSTALLATION WARNING Saw Chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Loosen the four (4) screws (D) and locator screw (E) on cutting attachment. Loosen center clamp knob (F) turning counter clockwise.

  • Page 12: Throttle Linkage And Ignition Leads

    Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. If adjustment cannot be achieved with adjusting nuts, consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. Tighten nut (A). Connect 2 ignition leads from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (C) and (D) on engine.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend will void the two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two- stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.)
  • Page 14 Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. o l l Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions.

  • Page 15: Lubricating The Guide Bar And Saw Chain

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL LUBRICATING THE GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN Automatic Oiling System Wipe debris from around oil fill cap. Remove oil fill cap and fill reservoir with a quality, low viscosity guide bar and saw chain oil. NOTE The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is preset to deliver 3 to 4 cc/min.

  • Page 16: 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. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.

  • Page 17: 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. Stop Switch. Move Stop Switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.

  • Page 18: Pruning Techniques

    Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. WARNING 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...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Parts required: 90030 REPOWER Air and Fuel Filter Kit 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.

  • Page 21: Spark Plug

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: 10x19mm (13/32x3/4in) T-wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90075 IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1.

  • Page 22: Exhaust System

    Remove spark plug lead. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (A). Remove screw and arm rest (B). Remove engine cover (C). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.

  • Page 23: Carburetor Adjustment

    The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 24 Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles.

  • Page 25: Guide Bar And Saw Chain Replacement

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine running. Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain. This saw chain is VERY sharp, wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it.
  • Page 26 3/8" 0.043 1120374401 When converting from Intenz™ guide bar to regular or narrow kerf guide bar, see your Echo dealer for additional parts needed. IMPORTANT Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above.

  • Page 27: Filing Saw Chain

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL FILING SAW CHAIN 30° Level 3. Tools required: 4 mm (5/32 in.) Round File, Flat File, Depth Gauge IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration, and premature saw chain failure. WARNING Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING n i l n i l n i l t l i f l f f t ' n c t i c t i t n I c t i i t c t l i f t l i f / s t t l i f t l i f...

  • Page 29: Storage

    OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL TORAGE 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. 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 mainte- nance which includes the following:...

  • Page 30: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- PPT-260 Length (Standard) ----------------------------------------- 2.76 m (9 ft. 1 in.) Length (Extended) ----------------------------------------- 3.90 m (12 ft. 10 in.) Length w/extension ---------------------------------------- 5.44 m (17 ft. 10 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- .23 m (9.06 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- .22 m (8.7 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 7.7 kg (16.9 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 34.0 mm (1.34 in.)
  • Page 31 OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...

  • Page 32: Servicing Information

    • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below.

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