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X7732272804

Operator’s

Manual

PE-225

POWER EDGER

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.

Read and understand all provided literature before use.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Summary of Contents for PE-225

Page 1: ...POWER EDGER The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literatur...

Page 2: ...quipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 14 CARB and EPA Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 17 Assembly 17 Support Handle 17 Operation 18 Fuel 18 Starting Cold Engine 21...

Page 3: ...equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment Read and understand all provided literature Literature contains specifications and information for safety operation maintenance st...

Page 4: ...our retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site www echo usa com When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required ECHO...

Page 5: ...symbol accompanied by the word DANGER calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING...

Page 6: ...and Head Protection Carburetor Adjustment Idle Speed Wear Hand and Foot Protection Carburetor Adjustment Low Speed Mixture Safety Alert STOP Switch Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture AVOID KICKOUT Keep...

Page 7: ...ctive Harm www P65Warnings ca gov Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Keep Feet Away From Blade Rotating Cutting Attachment Keep Bystanders and Helpers...

Page 8: ...ick If you are taking medication If you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE requirements mus...

Page 9: ...moving parts or surrounding growth Keep clothing buttoned or zipped and keep shirt tails tucked in Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WIT...

Page 10: ...ood blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or o...

Page 11: ...equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be preve...

Page 12: ...Grip Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles Keep A Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneve...

Page 13: ...ngs 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 DO NOT start or operate unit unl...

Page 14: ...line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on th...

Page 15: ...n 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 Safety label is for exam...

Page 16: ...Handle For Left Hand 5 Debris Shield flap 6 Blade 7 Wheel 8 Drive Shaft Assembly 9 Throttle Trigger 10 Throttle Handle For Right Hand 11 Spark Plug 12 Top Guard 13 Recoil Starter Handle 14 Spark Arre...

Page 17: ...g 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 ASSEMBLY Support Handle 1 If necessary positi...

Page 18: ...that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes...

Page 19: ...will void the two stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire...

Page 20: ...e at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and can travel along the ground to nearby sources of ignition such as electrical motors pilot...

Page 21: ...lames Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Stored two stroke fuel can separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use...

Page 22: ...ter handle rope D until engine fires or maximum 2 3 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or 2 3 pulls move choke B to the RUN open position Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with l...

Page 23: ...ttachment 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 E...

Page 24: ...ne 2 Stop Switch 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 d...

Page 25: ...e and so that you walk on a hard surface whenever possible 6 Position edger as shown Before edging be sure to read and understand the entire Operator s Manual to avoid serious injury 7 When starting t...

Page 26: ...is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommen...

Page 27: ...d based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect3 Cooling...

Page 28: ...med Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse 4 Install...

Page 29: ...between the carburetor and fuel tank 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 3...

Page 30: ...ust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is consider...

Page 31: ...cleaning 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead...

Page 32: ...the catalytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead...

Page 33: ...re carburetor adjustments can be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Operati...

Page 34: ...down 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 of this manual Turn idle screw A clockw...

Page 35: ...using 2 Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing wipe clean and re coat with 15 ml 0 5 oz of grease 3 Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 4 Ins...

Page 36: ...t C from rotating 3 Remove L H blade nut D by turning clockwise Remove outer blade adapter E and blade F 4 Install and center blade F on inner blade adapter B 5 Install outer adapter E and nut D Tight...

Page 37: ...too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark STOP switch OFF Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your deal...

Page 38: ...r 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 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place o...

Page 39: ...emaining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again Close choke start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel 7 Allow engine to cool Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug Re...

Page 40: ...BPMR8Y in Canada Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Gasoline Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcoho...

Page 41: ...PE 225 SPECIFICATIONS X7732272804 41 03 21 ECHO Incorporated Handle Front D loop Rear Grip Idle Speed 3 000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4 200 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed W O T 10 900 RPM MODEL PE 225...

Page 42: ...on line It s FAST and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Incorporated Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or pro...

Page 43: ...PE 225 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7732272804 43 03 21 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 44: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www echo usa com T46814001001 T46814999999 T86714001001 T86714999999 U36414001001 U36414999999...

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