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OWER

RUNER

PERATOR

ANUAL

Power Pruner

Operator's Manual

MODEL:

PPT-230

Serial Number 05001001 - 05999999

WARNING

DANGER

X750003790
02/03

X7502099800

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 Power Pruner PPT-230

Page 1: ...ator s Manual MODEL PPT 230 Serial Number 05001001 05999999 WARNING DANGER X750003790 02 03 X7502099800 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation ...

Page 2: ... Pruning Techniques 17 Maintenance 18 SkillLevels 18 Maintenance Intervals 18 AirFilter 19 FuelFilter 19 SparkPlug 20 CoolingSystemCleaning 20 ExhaustSystem 21 Carburetor Adjustment 22 GuideBarandSawChainReplacement 23 FilingSawChain 24 Troubleshooting 25 Storage 26 ServicingInformation 28 Parts 28 Service 28 ECHO Consumer Product Support 28 Warranty Card 28 Additional or Replacement Manuals 28 Sp...

Page 3: ...receded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you IMPORTANT Theenclosedmessage provides information necessary for the protection of the unit SAFETY DECALS Locate these safety decals on your unit 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 b...

Page 4: ...protection whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable protective clothing chain saw safety pants or chaps are recommended Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DONOTWEARSHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy protective safety shoes or boots with non skid soles DONOTWEAROPENTOEDSHOES DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED Hot Surface Symbol description application ...

Page 5: ...void using your wrist in a bent ex tended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Takeperiodicbreakstominimizerepetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and armmuscles Immediately stop using all power e...

Page 6: ...ppery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not overreach Operate the Power PrunerTM only from the ground or out of an approved bucket lift Always evaluate the branches to be pruned for hazards such as loose dead branches which may fall and strike the operator or helpers Remove hazards before pruning Plan retreat path from falling objects Cut branches bounce whe...

Page 7: ...check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts CONTENTS __ PowerHead __ Drive Shaft Assembly __ Cutting Attachment W Guide Bar and Saw Chain __ PlasticBag __ Operator s Manual __ Safety Manual __ Warranty Registration Card __ Warranty Statement __ T Wrench combination screwdriver spark plug socket __ 3mm...

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Page 9: ...e for right hand placement Includes stop switch and throttle trigger 13 TOPGUARD Protectsarmfromhotengine 14 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER MUFFLER Themufflerorcatalyticmufflercontrolsexhaustnoise and emission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris 15 FUELTANK Containsfuelandfuelfilter 16 FUELTANKCAP C...

Page 10: ...olineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil 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 55lit 18 6 USfl oz Starter System AutomaticRecoilStarter Clutch CentrifugalType Sprocket Type 6 tooth spur 9 53 mm 3 8 in pitch Power Transmission Shaft...

Page 11: ...lide together until engine rests against the machine surface of lower drive shaft coupler C 3 Rotate lower drive shaft to align engine and rear handle assembly in an upright position 4 Tighten bolt A securely so engine will not rotate on lower shaft tube CUTTING ATTACHMENT TO DRIVE SHAFT INSTALLATION WARNING DANGER Saw Chain is sharp Always wear gloves when handling assembly otherwise serious pers...

Page 12: ...ur 4 cutting attachment screws D 7 Extend upper tube to desired length Tighten center clamp knob F turningclockwise THROTTLE LINKAGE AND IGNITION LEADS 1 Connect two 2 ignition leads from throttle cable tubing A and B to two 2 ignition leads on engine 2 Place throttle linkage C through adjustment fixture D and install wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole E Check throttle for freedom...

Page 13: ...tion SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING DANGER Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attachment Wear gloves when handling saw chain otherwise serious personal injury may result To Adjust Saw Chain Tension 1 Loosen two 2 10 mm 13 32 in guide bar nuts A located on cutting attachment 2 Turn the adjuster slot B clockwise until saw chain touches the bottom of guide bar Turning ad...

Page 14: ...r for ordering information After Refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine 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...

Page 15: ...t carburetor according to Carburetor Adjust ment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer otherwise serious personal injury may result NOTE Refer to Pole Pruner Safety Manual for proper and safe pruning techniques 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke B to Cold Start Position 3 Primer Pump primer bulb C until fuel is visible and f...

Page 16: ...ally depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke and do not depress throttle trigger WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not move at idle If cutting attach ment moves readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjust ment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO ...

Page 17: ... Plan retreat path from falling branch Cut branches bounce when striking ground Long branches should be removed in several pieces Do not stand directly beneath branch being cut When ready to cut Hold cutting shoe against branch This will prevent whipping of the branch DO NOT use back and forth sawing action Look out for branch immediately behind the branch being cut If saw chain hits rear branch d...

Page 18: ...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 I m e t s y S e k o h C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r e t l i F l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 I R I e n i L l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 R I I I m e t s y S g n i l o o C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r o t s e r r A k r a p S r e l f f u M e c a l ...

Page 19: ...the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement See Carburetor Adjustment Section FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools required 200 250 mm 8 10 in length of wire with one end bent into a hook Clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container Parts Required 90008REPOWERTM AirandFuelFilterKit WARNING DANGER ...

Page 20: ...equired 4mmHexwrench Cleaning brush 25 50 mm 1 2in Parts Required None 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 the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on th...

Page 21: ...scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 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 Level2 Tools Required Cross Head Screwdriver Soft Metal Brush 4mmHexWrench Parts Required SparkArrestorScreenP N14586240630 GasketP N14586642031 A ...

Page 22: ...r 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjustments can be made During the break in period your engi...

Page 23: ...disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain This saw chain is VERY sharp wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it Wear eye protection meeting CE or ANSI specification Z87 1 A Guide Bar Replacement Installation Level2 Tools Required 10x19mm 13 32x3 4 in T wrench Remove two 2 10 mm 13 32 in guide bar nuts A and relieve saw chain tension turning adjuster slot B...

Page 24: ... of the file should be exposed above top cutter edge 2 Keep file horizontal in cutter and file in one direction 3 File until cutter top and side bevel edges are sharp without nicks 4 Place depth gauge tool B firmly on top of cutter with 025 slot and end against front cutter raker File cutter raker with flat file until flush with top of depth gauge 5 Finish cutter sharpening by rounding front raker...

Page 25: ... 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 e c c a y l r e p o r p r e t l i f r i A y t r i d r e t l i f r i A r a e w l a m r o N e c a l p e r r o n a e l C r e t l i f l e u F y t r i d r e t l i f l e u F s e u d i s e r s t n a n i m a t n o...

Page 26: ... or personal injury may result Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time 30 days or longer without performing protective storage mainte nance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result 7 Remov...

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Page 28: ...tenance 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 model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION You may register your Echo equipment using the warranty registration card or register on line at ...

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