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CONTENTS

__ 1, Drive Shaft / Edger Assembly
__ 1, Power Head
__ 1, Plastic Bag (Co-Pack)
__ 1, Operator's Manual
__ 1, Safety Manual
__ 1, Warranty Registration Card
__ 1, ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement
__ 1, 50:1 1 Gal. ECHO Oil Mix
__ 1, Front Handle
__ 4, 5X35 mm screws
__ 4, 5 mm nuts
__ 1, Scrench (Combination Spark Plug Socket/Screwdriver
__ 1, split pin
__ 1, 4 mm Hexagon Wrench
__ 1, Locking Tool
__ Safety Glasses

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ESCRIPTION

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.

EMISSION

 

CONTROL

The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification).

An Emission Control Label is located on the engine.  (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine
FAMILY).

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MPORTANT  ENGINE  INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY: VEH025UB24RA
DISPLACEMENT: 25.4cc
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI AND 1995 -
1999 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR
ULGE ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS.

Summary of Contents for PE-2601

Page 1: ...tructions 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 chemical...

Page 2: ...ational Symbols 4 Equipment 5 Fuel 6 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 6 Safe Operation 7 Extended Operation Extreme Conditions 8 Description 10 Emission Control 10 Contents 10 Specifications 13...

Page 3: ...d helpful information messages preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING an...

Page 4: ...ocate them Make 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 ORDERING inst...

Page 5: ...and in safe operating condition Check that front handle is adjusted for safe comfortable operation See Assembly for proper adjustment WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments Serious injury...

Page 6: ...paired After Refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3 M 10 ft from refueling location before starting After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return un...

Page 7: ...ng can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area Provid...

Page 8: ...t about by exposure to vibration and cold Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers The following precautions are s...

Page 9: ...tion may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extended or twisted position Instead try t...

Page 10: ...e 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...

Page 11: ...POWER EDGER OPERATOR S MANUAL 11 1 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 20...

Page 12: ...r for starting Pump the bulb 10 times until fuel is visible in clear fuel return line 9 AIRCLEANER Containsreplaceablefeltelement 10 CHOKE The choke control is located on the top of the air filter cas...

Page 13: ...c o ho l m o re tha n 1 0 e thyl a lc o ho l o r 1 5 M TB E O il 5 0 1 E C H O H ig h P e rfo rm a nc e tw o s tro k e a ir c o o le d e ng ine o il F ue l Ta nk C a p a c ity 0 6 4 lit 2 1 6 U S fl o...

Page 14: ...housing B is midway between the two arrows on shaft 4 Tighten bolt A THROTTLE LINKAGE AND IGNITION LEADS 1 Close choke and remove air filter cover 2 Connect ignition stop leads A and B 3 Place throttl...

Page 15: ...fornia Emission Defect Warranty Explanation Mixing Follow directions on the oil container Handling Fuel WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or seriou...

Page 16: ...as needed Do not use edger if any part is missing or dam aged Inspect fuel lines tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found Inspect shield for damage and is...

Page 17: ...may become very hot too hot to touch Avoid contact during and immediately after operation STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle If attachment rotates rea...

Page 18: ...tate even with the throttle trigger in idle released position 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move stop switch button A away from the STOP position 2 Primer Pump Bulb Pump primer bulb C until fuel is visible...

Page 19: ...a minimum blade depth usually with about 13 mm 1 2 in of the blade into the ground 5 Before edging plan your direction of travel so that the unit will always be positioned on your right side and so t...

Page 20: ...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 e k o h C n a e l C t...

Page 21: ...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 Fuel line hook 8...

Page 22: ...Level3 Toolsrequired CrossHeadScrewdriver 4mmHexWrench 25 50mm 1 or 2 in Medium Bristle Paint Brush Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures c...

Page 23: ...ylindercover D IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 7 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil s...

Page 24: ...d Screwdriver Tachometer ECHO P N 99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with California Emission Regulations This carburetor do...

Page 25: ...ver not shown for illustration clarity NOTE Blade nut D is left hand thread 4 Remove blade nut D in a clockwise direction using box wrench supplied Remove outer blade adapter E blade F and inner blade...

Page 26: ...O dealer See your ECHO dealer Spark at plug No spark at plug Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Adjust 0 65mm 0 026in Clean or replace Clean or replace Repla...

Page 27: ...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 to remove...

Page 28: ...ntenance of this product you may call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the...

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