Echo PAS-225 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
The Safety Manual ................................. 3 Servicing Information ................................3 Parts/Serial Number ............................... 3 Service.................................... 3 Echo Consumer Product Support ........................... 3 Warranty Registration ..............................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals ..........................4 Safety..................................... 4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information......................4 International Symbols ..............................
Page 3: Introduction
Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.
Page 4: Additional Or Replacement Manuals
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. SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.
Page 5: International Symbols
Do not operate closer than 15 M (50 ft.) from DO NOT USE Plan retreat path electrical BLADES - Line from falling hazards. Keep Head Only objects. bystanders at least 15 meters (50 feet) away. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment
Breathing Protection Wear a face mask to protect against dust. 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 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
Page 8: Equipment
Equipment Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. 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 9: 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. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 10: Description
Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) 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 11 21. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 22. DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY – Lightweight aluminum drive shaft. 2-position shaft design permits unit to be rotated in 180-degree steps. 23. BLOWER PIPE - Concentrates air stream. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 12: Contents
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 13: Assembly
2. Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange. 3. Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes. Install three (3) screws from bottom through plate and shield into gear case. 4. Assemble adapter plate (C) onto PTO shaft. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 14: Nylon Line Head Installation
1. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). 2. Remove line head (E) by turning it clockwise until head is completely off of shaft. 3. Remove locking tool (D). X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 15: Support Handle Installation
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 16: Mixing
, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. Echo premium Power Blend X ™ Universal 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. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable.
Page 17: Operation With Blades
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. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 18 During blade operation, the same fatigue reduction is achieved. Safety to the operator is also enhanced by reducing the possibility of blade contact with the operator's hands and feet by restricting trimmer movement. For more information scan this QR code. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 19: Operating Blower
Note: Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to perform a task. Remember, the higher the engine speed, the louder the blower noise. Minimize dust by using blower at lower speeds. Keep debris on your property. Be Smart - be a good neighbor. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 20: Starting Cold Engine
5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. 6. 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. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 21: Starting Warm Engine
Move stop switch button (A) backward to 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. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 22: Maintenance
If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an 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.
Page 23: Air Filter
When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 24: Spark Plug
Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. 1. Remove spark plug lead. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 25: Exhaust System
4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 5. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. 6. Assemble components in reverse order. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 26: Carburetor Adjustment
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.
Page 27: Lubrication
Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance 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 available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications”...
Page 28: Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions
However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. 1. Press top of locking tabs (A) on both sides of Speed Feed® head to release cover (B) from eyelet carrier(C). 2. Remove cover from eyelet carrier. X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 29: Nylon Line Replacement
Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation. When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed-Feed® head are worn smooth, or if holes appear, replacement of the cover or the entire Speed-Feed® head is required. Wear Indicators X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 30: Sharpening Metal Blades
MAINTENANCE PAS-225VPB 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 maintenance. 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: Troubleshooting
Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter...
Page 32: Storage
Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there. 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). X7722275204 © 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Page 33: Specifications
PAS-225VPB SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PAS-225 Value Pack Length 1793 mm (70.6 in.) Width 251 mm (9.88 in.) Height 328 mm (12.9 in.) Weight (dry) 5.75 kg (12.68 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)
Page 34: Echo Approved Optional Attachments
ANSI B175.2 ECHO Approved Optional Attachments Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual.ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units.
Page 35: Warranty Statements
ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair or replace at ECHO’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized ECHO servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions.
Page 36 . Gasohol which contains a 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. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual. of unauthorized attachments.
Page 40 PAS-225 S86813001001/S86813999999 T45013001001/T45013999999 Trimmer S06400141920/S06400999999 Blower ECHO, INCORPORATED S68600001001/S68600999999 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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