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Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully.  ECHO provides an Opera-

tor's Manual and a Safety Manual.  Both must be read and understood for proper 

and safe operation.

Power Edger

Operator's Manual

 

MODEL 

PE-265

   

PE-265S

 

 

X7502024202

X750010172

12/09

Summary of Contents for Power Edger PE-265

Page 1: ...ation and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Opera tor s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation Power Edger Operator s Manual MODEL PE 265 PE 26...

Page 2: ...k Plug 19 Cooling System 19 Exhaust System 20 Carburetor Adjustment 22 High Altitude Operation 21 Drive Shaft Lubrication 23 Blade Replacement Lubrication 23 Troubleshooting 25 Storage 26 Specificatio...

Page 3: ...d mixture Emergency stop Carburetor adjust ment Low speed mixture Wear slip resis tant foot wear Ignition ON OFF Primer bulb Keep feet away from blade Thrown objects Direction of blade Choke Control C...

Page 4: ...ng or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought a...

Page 5: ...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 developi...

Page 6: ...t meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual An Emission Control Label is located on the engi...

Page 7: ...legible and that you understand and follow the instruc tions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information P...

Page 8: ...8 Shaft Decal 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 10 P N X505002510 PE 265S P N X505001930...

Page 9: ...ally for best operating technique 10 GRIP Rear right hand handle 11 SPARK PLUG Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture 12 TOP GUARD Protects arm from the hot engine 13 RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Pull recoil...

Page 10: ...gning cen ter locating hole in driveshaft housing with center drive shaft bolt A provides correct alignment Contents The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre assembled for your convenience...

Page 11: ...all wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole E Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle low idle extremes are adjusted properly The throttle linkage must be adjust...

Page 12: ...onents front handle Tools Required Torx T27 L Wrench Parts Required Front Handle Lower Bracket 4 5 x 35 mm screws NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location 1 Assemble front handle and...

Page 13: ...T 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 gov ernment for the laws aff...

Page 14: ...ter Lay the unit 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 pu...

Page 15: ...C until fuel will 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 cle...

Page 16: ...e positioned on your right side and so that you walk on a hard surface whenever possible 6 Hold edger as shown warning Before edging be sure to read and understand the entire Operator s Manual to avoi...

Page 17: ...POWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier maintenance intervals COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HO...

Page 18: ...ber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter cover fuel filter Level 1 Tool...

Page 19: ...rush 25 50 mm 1 2 in Parts Required 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 carri...

Page 20: ...ench Soft Metal Brush Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket 1 Remove muffler cover screw and muffler cover A 2 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 3...

Page 21: ...sits from cylinder exhaust port IMPORTANT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particl...

Page 22: ...is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 3 Tools required Screwd...

Page 23: ...2 oz of grease 3 Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 4 Install the gear housing and shield assembly blade replacement lubrication Level 1 Tools Require...

Page 24: ...ebris from gear box 6 Remove plug G and check level of grease Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole 7 Add grease if necessary using manual grease gun or squeeze type tube Do not u...

Page 25: ...T r 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...

Page 26: ...2 Place the stop switch in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all t...

Page 27: ...Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend X ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FC FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more tha...

Page 28: ...ill be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive sh...

Page 29: ...ncorrect storage procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator...

Page 30: ...ned built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to confo...

Page 31: ...Power Edger Operator s Manual 31 notes...

Page 32: ...able on our Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the appli...

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