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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.

After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its

tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused
fuel to an approved fuel storage
container.

Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality.
Contact your local government for the laws
affecting your area. As a precaution, store
fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store
in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.

IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel
than you expect to use in thirty (30)
days, ninety (90) days when a fuel
stabilizer is added.

IMPORTANT
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
ALWAYS shake fuel container thor-
oughly before each use.

O

PERATION

FUEL

Fuel Requirements

Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline
known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE
(methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol
is NOT approved.

Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD
13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards must be used. Echo brand premium
Power Blend 

TM

 Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine

problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an
ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC certified oil, such as Echo premium Power
Blend 

TM

, will void the two-stroke engine warranty.  (Emission related

parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two-stroke oil used,
per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.)

IMPORTANT
Echo premium Power Blend 

TM

 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

WARNING  

 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.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps

slowly allowing pressure to equalize.

• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors

over bare ground.

• DO NOT overfill fuel tank.  Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after

refueling.

• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or

operate unit until leakage is repaired.

• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting

the engine.

Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of

gasoline.

2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline,  close fuel container, and remix.

Summary of Contents for PE-251

Page 1: ...rulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation Power Edger Operator s Manual MODEL PE 251 X75000810...

Page 2: ...rkPlug 16 CoolingSystem 16 ExhaustSystem 17 Carburetor Adjustment 18 DriveShaftLubrication 19 BladeReplacement Lubrication 22 Troubleshooting 21 Storage 22 Specifications 23 ServicingInformation 24 Pa...

Page 3: ...is shown within the circle is prohibited INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Hot Surface Symbol description application Symbolform shape Symbol description application Symbolform shape Read and understand Operator...

Page 4: ...tures are cooler WARNING DANGER Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear mus...

Page 5: ...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 dev...

Page 6: ...ANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS EQUIPMENT CHECK WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination E...

Page 7: ...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 ORDER ING instructions for s...

Page 8: ...erating press trigger gradually for best operating technique 10 GRIP Rear righthand handle 11 SPARK PLUG Providessparktoignitefuelmixture 12 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER MUFFLER Themufflerorcatalyti...

Page 9: ...__ 1 Operator s Manual __ 1 Safety Manual __ 1 Warranty Registration Card __ 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement __ 1 Echo Power Blend TM 2 stroke oil sample __ 1 Front Handle __ 1 LowerBracket F...

Page 10: ...andards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGDandJ A S O FCcertifiedoil suchasEchopremiumPower Blend TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission r...

Page 11: ...on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly pull recoil starte...

Page 12: ...l be visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstac...

Page 13: ...ally with about 13 mm 1 2 in of the blade into the ground Tighten adjustment knob 5 Before edging plan your direction of travel so that the unit will always be positioned on your right side and so tha...

Page 14: ...a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M f l e s r u o Y t I o D r e t l i F r i A e c a l p e R n a e l C t c e p s n I 1 C I R...

Page 15: ...rty replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools required 200 250mm 8 10...

Page 16: ...quired None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from...

Page 17: ...Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor screen cover A gasket B and screen C frommufflerbody 5 Clean carbon deposits from screen and muffler components NOTE Wh...

Page 18: ...nless necessary If you have difficulty see your ECHO dealer Adjustment Screws Idle Speed A Controls throttle opening at idle Low LO Speed B Controls amount of fuel at low speed and supplementary fuel...

Page 19: ...le to high speed if engine hesitates turn LO speed screw B counter clockwise 1 8th of a turn at a time until acceleration is smooth 4 Use a tachometer to adjust idle speed to specifications found on p...

Page 20: ...til holes in inner blade adapter B and gear box align Insert locking tool C to lock PTO shaft D NOTE Blade nut E is left hand thread 4 Remove blade nut E in a clockwise direction using T wrench Remove...

Page 21: ...i t c e f e d g u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R e n i g n E s n u r r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l...

Page 22: ...rve 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 cab...

Page 23: ...strokeaircooledengineoil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Oil PowerBlendTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 4...

Page 24: ...you require assistance or have questions concerning the application operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm...

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