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Echo PAS-225 Value Pack Operator's Manual

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Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Oper-
ator's Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual
(if available) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and understood for
proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X7722273901
PAS-225 Value Pack
wArning
TM
X772000381
02/10

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  • Page 1 PAS-225 Value Pack wArning Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Oper- ator's Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual (if available) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl afety manual safety symbols and Important InformatIon Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded 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

    Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions 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.
  • Page 5 ttAchment erieS 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: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. ECHO, INC. 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.

  • Page 7: Description

    Locate these safety decals 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 8 1. POWER hEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. ThROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4.

  • Page 9: Contents

    PerAtor AnuAl ontents 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. Pro Attachment Series _____ 1 - Power Head w/Upper Drive Shaft Assembly...

  • Page 10: Plastic Shield Installation

    5. Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler (B) to decal assembly line (C), making sure that the inner lower drive shaft engages the square upper drive shaft socket. NOTE Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings. Short couplings fit flush to decal point (E).

  • Page 11: Nylon Line Head Installation

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl nylon lIne head InstallatIon Tools Required: Head Locking Tool. Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Caution Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). 2.

  • Page 12: Front Handle Installation

    front handle InstallatIon NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. SPACing 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. peratIon wArning Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.

  • Page 13: Trimmer Operation With Blades

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl trImmer operatIon wIth blades Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use wArning Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, barrier bar or U- handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits. SRM/PAS/SB BLADE SET-UP GUIDE* Pro Maxi-Cut Rigid Plastic...
  • Page 14 Choosing the Correct Blade wArning The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders.

  • Page 15: Edger Operation

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl edger operatIon wArning Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

  • Page 16: Fuel

    Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.

  • Page 17: Handling Fuel

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl Handling Fuel DAngEr Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. •...

  • Page 18: 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. 1.

  • Page 19: 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. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button/lever (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.

  • Page 20: 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 a task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl aIr fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: 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 22: Spark Plug

    spark plug Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 23: Exhaust System

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover. 3. Remove 2 engine cover screws and engine cover (B). (1 machine screw - handle side) (1 tapping screw - starter side) IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4.
  • Page 24 1. Remove engine cover screws (2) and engine cover (A). 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (B), gasket (C), and screen (D), from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the cata- lytic element inside muffler.

  • Page 25: Carburetor Adjustment

    Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. 1. 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 32 "Specifications"...

  • Page 26: Lubrication

    lubrIcatIon Level 1. Tools Required: 13mm Open End Wrench, T27 Torx L-Wrench, Clean Rag, Grease Gun Parts Required: POWER BLENDX 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3.
  • Page 27 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl Drive Shaft (Lower) IMPORTANT Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high tem- perature automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result. 1. Loosen two (2) screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.

  • Page 28: Nylon Line Replacement

    Level 1. Parts Required: ECHO 0.095” Nylon Trimmer Line 6 m (20 ft.) long. 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. Hold drum (A) and firmly turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it disengages from the inner drive.
  • Page 29 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl 6. Feed ends of line through housing eyelets (G) and place spool (B) over drive (H). Align pegs (I) on drive with notches in spool, and push spool into drum. 7. Pull on both lines until they come free from notches (F) in spool. 8.

  • Page 30: Sharpening Metal Blades

    Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal mainte- nance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpening, CLOSELY inspect blade for cracks (look at the bottom of each tooth and the center mounting hole closely), missing teeth and bending.

  • Page 31: Blade Replacement - Edger

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl blade replacement edger Level 1. Tools Required: T-Wrench, Locking Tool, Needle Nose Pliers, 13 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required: Blade P/N 69601552632, split pin P/N 90030020022 Gear Case NOTE Replace blade when it is worn shorter than 6 in. 1.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    roubleshootIng r o t r o t i a r i l l r o t r e l i l y i l y r o t r e l f f u r e l h t i r u t r / n r i a...

  • Page 33: Storage

    ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl torage Storage Hook Installation 1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. 2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. Long Term Storage (over 30 days) 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.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PAS-225 Value Pack Unit Length w/trimmer attachment ---------------------- 1793mm (70.6 in.) Unit Width w/trimmer attachment ----------------------- 251 mm (9.88 in.) Unit Height w/trimmer attachment ---------------------- 328 mm (12.9 in.) Weight (dry) w/trimmer attachment --------------------- 5.75 kg (12.68 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.)

  • Page 35: Echo Approved Optional Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non approved at- tachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual.

  • Page 36: Warranty Statements

    The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 37 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
  • Page 38 HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.
  • Page 39 ttAchment erieS PerAtor AnuAl notes...

  • Page 40: Servicing Information

    ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. ECHO, INCORPORATED...

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