Echo PPT-260 - 08-00 Operator'S Manual Download

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OWER

RUNER

PERATOR

ANUAL

Power Pruner

Operator's Manual

MODEL:

PPT-260

Serial Number 03001001

- 03999999

WARNING

DANGER

X750002130
08/00

X7502096000

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 PPT-260 - 08-00

Page 1: ...tor s Manual MODEL PPT 260 Serial Number 03001001 03999999 WARNING DANGER X750002130 08 00 X7502096000 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual...

Page 2: ...7 Kickback 8 ExtendedOperation ExtremeConditions 9 Description 10 Contents 10 Emission Control 10 Specifications 13 Assembly 14 Shaft Tube Power Head 14 Cutting Attachment to Shaft Tube Installation 1...

Page 3: ...ds 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 Loc...

Page 4: ...tion Use two handed DO NOT smoke nearfuel DONOTallow flamesorsparks nearfuel Wearslip resistant foot wear Enginechoke control Ignition ON OFF Chainlubrication Primerbulb INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS EQUIPMEN...

Page 5: ...y may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equaliz...

Page 6: ...oves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable prote...

Page 7: ...arned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the Power PrunerTM is in use Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Operation WAR...

Page 8: ...jury to the operator or any one standing close by Hold the Power PrunerTM firmly with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the front and rear handles Be aware of the down and outward path the...

Page 9: ...petitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Cer...

Page 10: ...by engine FAMILY EMISSION CONTROL EPA Phase II The emission control system for these engines are EM Engine Modification CONTENTS __ PowerHead __ Shaft Tube Assembly __ Cutting Attachment W Guide Bar...

Page 11: ...POWER PRUNERTM OPERATOR S MANUAL 11 1 12 11 10 2 3 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 8 7 6 5 4 22 23 24...

Page 12: ...erorcatalyticmufflercontrolsexhaustnoise and emission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Keep exhaustareaclearofflammabledebris 15 FUELTANK Con...

Page 13: ...u F l i o e n i g n e d e l o o c r i a e k o r t 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...

Page 14: ...r until engine rests against the machine surface of lower shaft tube housing coupler C 3 Rotate lower shaft tube housing to align engine and rear handle assembly in an upright position 4 Tighten bolt...

Page 15: ...ten locator screw E Tighten four 4 cutting attachment screws D 7 Extend upper shaft tube to desired length Tighten center clamp knob F turning clockwise THROTTLE LINKAGE AND IGNITION LEADS 1 Close cho...

Page 16: ...II Emission Defect Warranty Explanation SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT ToolsRequired 10x19mm 13 32x3 4in T wrenchprovided WARNING DANGER Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attac...

Page 17: ...gine is HOT NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks out doors over bare ground Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Inspect for fuel leak...

Page 18: ...min at normal operating RPM During heavy or dry cutting conditions the oil discharge volume may be adjusted to assure adequate lubrication Refill the oil reservoir with each tank of fuel IMPORTANT To...

Page 19: ...ose or damaged saw chain should not be used Refer to page 29 for correct Filing Saw Chain procedures Check that shoulder harness is adjusted for safe comfortable operation See figure at right for prop...

Page 20: ...mediately after operation Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not move at idle If cutting attach ment moves readjust ca...

Page 21: ...buretor Adjust ment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer otherwise serious personal injury may result 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move Stop Switch button A forward away from the STOP positi...

Page 22: ...ee trunk 2 Finish top cut slightly farther out on limb 3 Flush cut stub at trunk DO NOT use for felling or bucking NOTE Refer to Pole Pruner Safety Manual for proper and safe pruning techniques MAINTE...

Page 23: ...f u M e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 2 R I n o i s s i m s n a r T r e w o P t f a h S l i O n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 1 I I r a B e d i u G e t a c i r b u L n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I I n i a h C w...

Page 24: ...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 Too...

Page 25: ...45 155kg cm 125 135in lb COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING Level2 Tools required Cross Head Screwdriver 3 mm Hex wrench 25 or 50 mm 1 or 2 in medium bristle paint brush Parts Required None IMPORTANT To maintain...

Page 26: ...T 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 and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank EX...

Page 27: ...must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return...

Page 28: ...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 B...

Page 29: ...t 30 angle One fifth 1 5 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 n...

Page 30: ...a k r a p S e r i w g u l p f o k r a p s o N f o d n e t a e r i w g u l p f f o h c t i w s p o t S m e l b o r p l a c i r t c e l E h c t i w s k c o l r e t n I n o h c t i w s n r u T r e l a e...

Page 31: ...starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor 7 Remove the spark plug and pour 7 cc 1 4 oz 1 2 tablespoon of fresh clean two stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plu...

Page 32: ...maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 00am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model...

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