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DGER

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PERATOR

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ANUAL

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1.

DEBRIS SHIELD/FLAP - Mounted over the cutting attachment.  Helps protect operator by deflecting debris produced
during the edging operation.

2.

BLADE - Rotates to provide cutting action.

3.

WHEEL - Adjustable up/down, sets depth of blade.

4.

GUARD DECAL (See page 4)

5.

DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - Contains a specially designed liner and the flexible drive shaft.

6.

SHAFT DECAL (SPANISH DECAL) (See page 4)

7.

SHAFT DECAL (See page 4)

8.

FRONT HANDLE - The front handle can be repositioned for comfortable operation by loosening the screws and moving
the handle.

9.

STOP SWITCH -
PE-2000 - "Toggle Switch" mounted on the engine.  Move switch UP to RUN, DOWN to STOP.
PE-2400/3100 - "Slide Switch" mounted on top of the throttle Trigger Housing.  Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK
to STOP.

10. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.  When accelerating, press trigger gradually for

best operating technique.

11. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle.

12. ARM REST - Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from the hot engine.

13. CHOKE - The choke control is located on the top of the air filter case (PE-2400, 3100); side of the air filter case (PE-2000).

PE-2000 - Move lever to "COLD START" to close choke for cold starting.  Move lever to "RUN" position to open choke.
PE-2400/3100 - Pull choke knob up to close choke for cold starting.  Push knob down to "RUN" position to open choke.

14. SPARK  PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

15. MUFFLER/SPARK ARRESTOR -The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise and prevents hot, glowing

particles of carbon from leaving the muffler.

16. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

17. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly. DO NOT let

handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

18. FUEL TANK CAP - Cover and seals fuel tank.

19. PRIMER BULB - Before starting and after filling the fuel tank, pump primer bulb 10 times or until a steady stream of fuel

without air is visible through the "clear" fuel return line.

20. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable felt element.

21. OPERATORS MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location for future

reference, i.e., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications.

22. SAFETY MANUAL - Included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation and keep in a safe place for future reference

to learn proper, safe operating techniques.

Summary of Contents for PE-2000 Type 1

Page 1: ...ructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals...

Page 2: ...mation 3 Safety 3 GeneralDescription 3 Decals 4 International Symbols 4 Equipment 5 Fuel 5 Personal Condition Safety Equipment 6 SafeOperation 7 ExtendedOperation ExtremeConditions 8 Description 9 Emi...

Page 3: ...his enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited This symbol accompanied by the word...

Page 4: ...Severing Carburetor adjustment Low speed mixture DECALS Locate these safety decals on your unit The complete unit illustration found in the DESCRIPTION section will help you locate them Make sure the...

Page 5: ...nd Inspect shield for damage and is securely in place Replace if shield is damaged or missing Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition Check that front hand...

Page 6: ...is used 2 hours per day or more ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used Hand Protection Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the edger handles Gloves al...

Page 7: ...nual and instructions for safe operation Operation UseProperClothing Equipment Before starting the unit equip yourself and any other person working within the 50 ft 15M Safety Zone with the required P...

Page 8: ...tion 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 ar...

Page 9: ...en factory pre assembled for your convenience Due to packaging restrictions shield installation and positioning of the front handle are necessary After opening the carton check for damage Immediately...

Page 10: ...1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement __ 1 50 11Gal ECHOOilMix __ 1 Front Handle __ 4 5X35mmscrews __ 4 5 mm nuts __ 1 Scrench CombinationSparkPlugSocket Screwdriver __ 1 split pin __ 1 3mmHexagonWr...

Page 11: ...the air filter case PE 2400 3100 side of the air filter case PE 2000 PE 2000 Move lever to COLD START to close choke for cold starting Move lever to RUN position to open choke PE 2400 3100 Pull choke...

Page 12: ...e r u b r a C U 1 C l e d o m a m a Z T W l e d o m o r b l a W T W l e d o m o r b l a W m e t s y S n o i t i n g I n o i t i n g i e g r a h c s i d r o t i c a p a c I D C g u l P k r a p S n i 6...

Page 13: ...e shaft housing until edger housing is in line with the engine 4b PE 3100 Rotate drive shaft housing until locating hole lines up with center location hole in clamp and install center bolt B 5 Tighten...

Page 14: ...ft 2 Position front handle in comfortable operating position and tighten screws PE 2400 PE 3100 FRONT HANDLE NOTE Steps5 6 7requiredforPE 2400andPE 3100only 5 Connect ignition leads C 6 PE 2400 Secure...

Page 15: ...approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a uni...

Page 16: ...sition 2 Close Choke Cold Start Move choke B to Cold Start position 3 Primer PumpBulb Pumpprimerbulb C 10times Fuelwillbevisibleandflowfreelyin the Clear fuel return line PE 2000 PE 2400 PE 3100 START...

Page 17: ...after 4 pulls repeat instructions 6 After engine warm up gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed STARTING WARM ENGINE WARNING DANGER Blade should not move at idle...

Page 18: ...edging check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown 3 Plan to edge regularly to make it easier to keep a neat edge and to avoid having to make more than one pass NOTE Blad...

Page 19: ...dger achieve that goal 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...

Page 20: ...c e p s n I 2 C I R I t f a h S e v i r D e s a e r G 2 1 I g n i s u o H r a e G e s a e r G 2 2 I e p o R r e t r a t S l i o c e R n a e l C t c e p s n I 1 C I R I g u l P k r a p S n a e l C t c...

Page 21: ...Parts required PE 2000 90008REPOWERAIR FUELFILTERKIT PE 2400 3100 90030REPOWERAIR FUEL FILTERKIT 1 Close choke Cold Start Position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air...

Page 22: ...w of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on...

Page 23: ...ss and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 5 When installing the cover be certain the tab of the metal deflector shield is in the slot of the cover MUFFLER SCREEN Level3 Part...

Page 24: ...to reach operating temperature 3 Stop engine Turn HI A speed needle CCW counter clockwise to stop Turn LO B speed needle midway between full CCW and CW clockwise stops 4 Idle Speed Adjustment Start e...

Page 25: ...ter 1 Start engine and allow to warm to operating temperature minimum 2 3 minutes varying engine speed from idle to full throttle 2 Always begin fine tuning with LO B needle a Lean drop off With engin...

Page 26: ...d thread 4 Remove blade nut D in a clockwise direction using box wrench supplied Remove outer blade adapter E blade F and inner blade adapter B 5 Remove plug G and grease gear housing Do not over fill...

Page 27: ...trainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Cause Turn switch on See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Clean Clean Se...

Page 28: ...m exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nuts 6 Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times...

Page 29: ...POWER EDGER OPERATOR S MANUAL 29 NOTES...

Page 30: ...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 When presenting your unit for Warran...

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