Echo PE-261 Operator'S Manual Download

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Power Edger

Operator's Manual

MODEL

PE-261

Serial Number 06001001 - 06001400

WARNING

DANGER

X750003460
01/02

X7502098800

Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an
Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for
proper and safe operation.

Summary of Contents for PE-261

Page 1: ...al Number 06001001 06001400 WARNING DANGER X750003460 01 02 X7502098800 Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be rea...

Page 2: ...Operating Techniques 14 Maintenance 15 SkillLevels 15 Maintenance Intervals 16 AirFilter 17 FuelFilter 17 SparkPlug 18 CoolingSystem 18 ExhaustSystem 19 Carburetor Adjustment 20 BladeReplacement Lubr...

Page 3: ...l and on the product itself you will find safety alerts and helpful information messages preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they m...

Page 4: ...AL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Edger users risk injury to themselves and others if the edger is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety...

Page 5: ...ged exposure to vibration 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 ex tended or twisted...

Page 6: ...ns or on ladders Do not over reach EMISSION CONTROL California Tier 2 The emission control system for these engines are EM TWC Engine Modification with catalyst PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY The 300 hou...

Page 7: ...the contents list to check for missing parts CONTENTS __ 1 Edger Assembly __ 1 PowerHead __ 1 Drive Shaft Assembly __ 1 PlasticBag Co Pack __ 1 Operator s Manual __ 1 Safety Manual __ 1 Warranty Regi...

Page 8: ...The choke control is located on the top of the air filter case Move lever to COLD START to close choke for cold starting Move lever to RUN position to open choke 13 SPARK PLUG Providessparktoignitefue...

Page 9: ...s o w t e c n a m r o f r e P h g i H O H C E 1 0 5 e n i l o s a G l o h o c l a l y h t e m g n i n i a t n o c l e u f e s u T O N O D d e d a e l n u e n a t c O 9 8 E B T M 5 1 r o l o h o c l a...

Page 10: ...t 4 Tighten bolt A THROTTLE LINKAGE AND IGNITION LEADS 1 Close choke and remove air filter cover 2 Loosen nut A and place threaded end of throttle linkage in bracket slot Finger tighten nut A 3 Place...

Page 11: ...WarrantyExplanation IMPORTANT EchoPremium2 StrokeOilmaybemixedat50 1ratioforapplication in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals Mixing Instructions 1 Fill a...

Page 12: ...tainers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting th...

Page 13: ...throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke NOTE If engine does not star...

Page 14: ...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 Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard sur...

Page 15: ...t full throttle and lower the blade gently into the ground being careful not to hit the concrete with the blade 8 Don t force the blade Move as quickly as the blade will allow WARNING DANGER The compl...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...irty 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 Fuellinehook...

Page 18: ...rossHeadScrewdriver 4mmHexWrench Cleaning Brush 25or50mm 1or2in mediumbristlepaint brush Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air m...

Page 19: ...er A 3 Remove screw and arm rest B 4 Removecylindercover C IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Remove grass a...

Page 20: ...ufflerbody 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic body 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned t...

Page 21: ...crewdriver Tachometer ECHOP N99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with emission regulations This carburetor does not have acce...

Page 22: ...ool supplied to lock PTO shaft C NOTE Shield cover 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 Remov...

Page 23: ...e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e...

Page 24: ...2 Place the stop switch in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the...

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Page 28: ...or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the m...

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