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Echo PE-230 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
MODELS
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.
X7502095700
PE-230
Serial Number 03001001 - 04999999
PE-260
Serial Number 03001001 - 04999999
WARNING
DANGER
X750001850
08/00

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  • Page 1 Serial Number 03001001 - 04999999 PE-260 Serial Number 03001001 - 04999999 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. X750001850 X7502095700...

  • 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 operations tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information

    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 4: International Symbols

    INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form/ Symbol form/ Symbol form/ Symbol form/ description/ description/ description/ description/ shape shape shape shape application application application application Read and understand Fuel and oil mixture Keep feet away Operator's Manual. Direction of from blade blade Wear eyes, ears and...

  • Page 5: Fuel

    ACCESSORIES • ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Spark Arrestor - Catalytic Muffler / Muffler •...

  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information. After Refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.

  • Page 7: Safe Operation

    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 8 Operation WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Use Proper Clothing & Equipment • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.

  • Page 9: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    OWER DGER PERATOR 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

    The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary. 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 OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL PE-230 PE-230...
  • Page 12 PE-260 PE-260...
  • Page 13 OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL POWER HEAD - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter. STOP SWITCH - "Slide Switch" mounted on top of the throttle Trigger Housing. Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK to STOP. FRONT HANDLE - The front handle can be repositioned for comfortable operation by loosening the screws and moving the handle.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS ) l i . t i . l f i r t...

  • Page 15: Assembly

    / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture (D). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. 3. Bundle and secure ignition leads against engine housing with black clip (F).

  • Page 16: Front Handle

    4. 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. 5. Connect ignition stop leads (C) and (D).

  • Page 17: Pre-Operation

    EPA Phase II Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.) IMPORTANT Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.

  • Page 18: Equipment

    IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information. After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.

  • Page 19: Determine Operation Area

    OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL DETERMINE OPERATION AREA 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.

  • Page 20: Starting Cold Engine

    DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.

  • Page 21: Starting Warm Engine

    1. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. PE-230 Primer - Pump Bulb. Pump primer bulb (C) until fuel is visible in the "Clear" fuel return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

  • Page 22: Stopping Engine

    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 edger again. OPERATING TECHNIQUES 1. Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier.
  • Page 23 OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL When starting to edge, run the engine at full throttle, and lower the blade gently into the ground, being careful not to hit the concrete with the blade. 8. Don't force the blade. Move as quickly as the blade will allow. WARNING DANGER The complete unit, specifically the drive shaft assembly and...

  • Page 24: 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 25: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: (PE-230) 90008 REPOWER Air & Fuel Filter Kit. (PE-260) 90030 REPOWER Air & Fuel Filter Kit.. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed.

  • Page 26: Spark Plug

    Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench (combination socket wrench & screw driver supplied with unit) Feeler gauge, preferably a wire gauge. Soft Metal Brush. Parts Required: (PE-230) 90064 REPOWER Tune-Up Kit (PE-260) 90065 REPOWER Tune-Up Kit 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 27: Exhaust System

    OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (A). 3. Remove screw and arm rest (B). Remove cylinder cover (C). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Blade Replacement Lubrication

    LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: Scrench, Locking Tool, Needle Nose Pliers, 8 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required: Echo Lube 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease, Blade P/N 69601552632 NOTE Grease gear case every 50 hours of use. Replace blade when it is worn shorter than 6 inches.
  • Page 30 Remove blade nut (D) in a clockwise direction using box wrench supplied. Remove outer blade adapter (E), blade (F) and inner blade adapter (B). Remove plug (G) and grease gear housing. Do not over fill - grease will emerge between PTO shaft (C) and seal when over full. NOTE Shield cover not shown for illustration clarity.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL ROUBLESHOOTING l f f t l i f t n I t l i f t l i f WARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

  • Page 32: Storage

    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. 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:...
  • Page 33 OWER DGER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...
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  • Page 36: 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.

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