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Power Pruner
Operator's Manual
MODEL:
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.
X7532090700
TM
PPT-260
Serial Number 05001001 - 05999999
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X753000540
03/03
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- Page 1 MODEL: PPT-260 Serial Number 05001001 - 05999999 WARNING DANGER 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. X753000540 X7532090700 03/03...
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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: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information
Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. -
Page 4: International Symbols
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: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions
WARNING DANGER 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 6: Safe Operation
SAFE OPERATION Keep A Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven, or WARNING DANGER unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not overreach. All overhead electrical conductors and communications wires can •... -
Page 7: Emission Control
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 9 23. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922203100 English version only is available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precautions and proper operating tech- niques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety Manual for complete information...
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Page 10: 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) ------------------------------------------------ 8.1 kg (17.9 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) -
Page 11: Assembly
OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL SSEMBLY Tools Required: 10x19mm (13/32x3/4in) T-wrench, 3 & 4 mm Hex Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Drive Shaft Assembly, Cutting Attachment DRIVE SHAFT POWER HEAD Loosen bolt (A). Match square socket in engine shaft with square power transmis- sion shaft (B) and slide together until engine rests against the machine surface of lower drive shaft coupler (C). -
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: Saw Chain Tension Adjustment
OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING DANGER Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attachment. Wear gloves when handling saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. To Adjust Saw Chain Tension. Loosen two (2) 10 mm (13/32 in.) guide bar nuts (A) located on cutting attachment. -
Page 14: Pre-Operation
Echo premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed Storage at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. your local government for the laws affecting your area. -
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: Operation
PERATION STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER 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: 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 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 the 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 Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. -
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: Guide Bar And Saw Chain Replacement
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. 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 10 "Specifications"... -
Page 25: Filing Saw Chain
OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL FILING SAW CHAIN Level 3. Tools required: 4.5 mm round File P/N 89751001130, Flat File P/N 89751100230, Depth Gauge P/N 89751400232. IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration and premature saw chain failure. WARNING DANGER Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before... -
Page 26: 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 27: Storage
OWER RUNER PERATOR ANUAL TORAGE WARNING DANGER 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 28: Servicing Information
• Sending 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 number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above. - Page 29 SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR MODELS: SRM-260/260S HCA-260 PAS-260 PE-260 This Supplement contains important infor- PPT-260 mation. Please keep with your Operator's SHC-260 SERIAL NUMBER 05001001 - 05999999 Manual. SERIAL NUMBER 07001001 - 07999999 Serial number range on owner’s manual cover may be different than serial number on unit. Sections listed below have been modified for units serial number 06001001 &...
- Page 30 Pour toute assistance ou question concernant l’application, l’utilisation ou l’entretien de ce produit, appeler le service d’assistance clients ECHO au 1-800-673-1558, de 8 heures 30 à 16 heures 30 (heure normale du centre), du lundi au vendredi. Avant d’appeler, veiller à disposer des numéros de modèle et de série de l’unité afin d’aider votre représentant du service après-vente.