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PAS-225/SB/VP/VPB

SPECIFICATIONS

X7732274006

PAS-225 SB Only:

Storage Hook Installation

Insert small end of hook into

locating hole on attachment

shaft.

Slide plastic cap onto end of

attachment shaft.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

PAS-225

Length

1033 mm (40.7 in.)

Width

256 mm (10.1 in.)

Height

236 mm (9.3 in.)

Weight (dry)

4.25 kg (9.4 lb.)

Engine Type

Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine

Bore

32.2 mm (1.27 in.)

Stroke

26.0 mm (1.02 in.)

Displacement

21.2 cc (1.29 in

Exhaust

Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with
catalyst

Carburetor

Diaphragm with purge pump

Ignition System

Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge ignition type

Spark Plug

NGK BPM-8Y (BPMR-8Y in Canada)
Gap 0.65 mm (0.026 in.)

Fuel

Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil)

Fuel/Oil Ratio

50:1

Gasoline

Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing
methyl alcohol, more than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15%
MTBE. Do not use alternative fuels such as E-15 or
E-85.

Summary of Contents for Pro Attachment PAS-225VP

Page 1: ...25VPB Pro Attachment Series The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury ...

Page 2: ...uel 20 Operation with Blades 24 Blade Selection 25 Starting Cold Engine 27 Starting Warm Engine 28 Stopping Engine 29 Applications 30 Operating Techniques Nylon Line Head 30 Operating Techniques Metal or Plastic Blade 31 Reaction Forces 32 Blade Cutting Problems 33 Edger Operation Techniques 34 Operating Blower 36 Maintenance 37 Skill Levels 38 Maintenance Intervals 38 Air Filter 39 Fuel Filter 40...

Page 3: ...ation maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www echo usa com manuals OR https www shindaiwa usa com manuals SERVICING INFORMATION Parts and Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are a...

Page 4: ...plication operation or maintenance of this product call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in...

Page 5: ...ersonal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which might lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided The enclosed message provides inform...

Page 6: ... Wear Eye Ear and Head Protection CarburetorAdjustment Idle Speed Wear Hand and Foot Protection CarburetorAdjustment Low Speed Mixture Safety Alert Stop Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture AVOID KICKOUT Keep Bystanders At Least 15 m 50 ft Away Beware Thrown Objects Wear Eye Protection Keep Bystanders and Helpers Away 15 m 50 ft DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF H T L STOP ...

Page 7: ...ART Position Choke Closed Keep Feet Away From Blade Rotating Cutting Attachment Thrown Objects Wear Face Shield Finger Severing Wear Slip Resistant Footwear Do not operate closer than 15 m 50 ft from electrical hazards Keep bystanders at least 15 m 50 ft away Plan a retreat path from falling objects DO NOT USE Line Head blades Only DO NOT USE BLADES Line Head Only Symbol Description Symbol Descrip...

Page 8: ...s used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good If you are tired or sick If you are taking medication If you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or ...

Page 9: ...d other plant matter such as pollen Make sure the mask does not impair your vision and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts should have long sleeves DO NOT WEAR SHORTS DO NOT WEAR TIES SCARVES JEWELRY or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surround...

Page 10: ... It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought 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 strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailm...

Page 11: ...ition Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling...

Page 12: ...ep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not overreach Avoid Hot Surfaces During operation the drive shaft housing and attachment bearing housing may become very hot too hot to touch Avoid contact during and immediately after operation Equipment Use only ECHO attachments Serious in...

Page 13: ...e disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before assembling unit removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Do not connect spark plug lead to spark plug unitl unit is ready for use DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running Moving ...

Page 14: ...ne Family on the Emission Control Information label sample below is B C K or T the emission control system is EM and TWC 3 way catalyst The fuel tank fuel line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information o...

Page 15: ... Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer Safety label is for example only Your label my appear slightly different 1 2 3 4 6 5 8 10 9 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 17 20 21 23 24 22 25 27 28 29 30 26 31 ...

Page 16: ...aner 11 Drive Shaft Coupler 12 Upper Drive Shaft Assembly 13 Support Handle For Left Hand 14 Harness Ring 15 Stop Switch 16 Throttle Trigger Lockout 17 Throttle Trigger 18 Throttle Handle For Right Hand 19 Power Head 20 Nylon Cutting Attachment 21 Cutoff Knife 22 Debris Shield with Cutoff Knife 23 Trimmer Driveshaft Assembly 24 Storage Hook 25 Blower Pipe 26 Blower Drive Shaft Assembly 27 Blade 28...

Page 17: ... PAS 225 VP VPB 1 Power Head with Upper Drive Shaft Assembly 1 Lower Drive Shaft Trimmer Attachment 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty Statement 1 Storage Hook Assembly Included with PAS 225SB only 1 Power Head with Upper Drive Shaft Assembly 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty Statement 1 Trimmer Attachment 1 Power Blower Attachment or Power Edger Attachment 1 Storage Hook Assembly 1 Support Handle 1 Lowe...

Page 18: ...l locater pin A out and turn counterclockwise one quarter turn to lock out position 3 Remove storage hook and cap from attachment drive shaft Note Your coupler may appear different than coupler shown Earlier model power heads may have shorter couplers 4 Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler B Rotate the shaft C to make sure the inner lower drive shaft engages the square upper ...

Page 19: ... further shaft rotation 6 Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob D Balance and Adjust Unit 1 Loosen harness ring clamp screw A 2 Put on harness and attach unit to harness 3 Slide harness clamp up or down until unit balances with head or blade 200 mm 100 mm 8 in 4 in from the ground 4 Tighten harness clamp screw 5 Loosen handle clamp screw s and position handle for comfo...

Page 20: ...sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or other hard objects Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels such as E 15 15 ethanol E...

Page 21: ...e to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the two stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire or ignite with explosive force Read and follow the oil manufacturer s instructions and observe all safety warnings and precautions...

Page 22: ...T fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel tank Wipe up spills immediately Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is he...

Page 23: ...equire the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit Return unused fuel to an approved f...

Page 24: ...ar or restrictive harness U Handle ensures a higher safety factor Do Not install blades on GT Curved Shaft model trimmers Use only ECHO approved parts Failure to use the correct parts can cause the blade to fly off Seriously injury to the operator and or bystanders can occur Arbor diameter of upper blade plate must match arbor diameter of blades Pro Maxi Cut Grass Weed Blade Tri Cut Grass Weed Bla...

Page 25: ...ade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury Blades MUST be sharp Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders Never use an edging blade circular saw blade or any other type of unapproved blade 3 Tooth Grass Weed Blades may be used wherever the nylon line head is used DO NOT use this b...

Page 26: ...houlder Waist Harness Use of the shoulder waist harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer brushcutter use not just blade operation The shoulder waist harness when used in a trimming operation with nylon line head suspends the trimmer from the operator s shoulder and reduces operator fatigue During blade operation the same fatigue reduction is achieved Safety to the operator is also enhanced by reduci...

Page 27: ...s of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown and surfaces that could cause loss of control 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke lever B to COLD START position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 4 Recoil S...

Page 28: ... runs Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes Note If engine does not start with choke in RUN position after 2 3 pulls repeat instructions 2 5 6 Throttle Trigger After engine warm up grip throttle handle and support handle Depress the throttle trigger lockout and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed Starting Warm Engine...

Page 29: ...ep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand Rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires Note If engine does not start after 2 3 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Switch Move stop switch ...

Page 30: ... Feed the line gradually into the material you wish to cut avoiding contact with fences or other barriers GT models Tilt cutting head to the left while cutting to direct debris away from the operator Scything Scything Swing the cutting head in a level arc gradually feeding the line into the material being cut Move forward with each arc to cut a swath Width of cutting swath depends on arc Use a lar...

Page 31: ...arge sections of field grass and weeds swing the cutting head in a level arc gradually feeding the blade into the material being cut Adjust throttle speed according to your work Do not swing the main pipe with arms Turn hips to swing the blade horizontally from right to left and cut weeds on the left side of the blade Do not scythe back and forth as the grass may scatter and kickback may occur eas...

Page 32: ...loss of balance or loss of control of the equipment resulting in serious injury to operator and bystanders Understanding what causes these reactive forces may help you to avoid them and can help you to maintain control of the equipment if you experience a sudden reaction during cutting Reactive forces occur when the force being applied by the cutting teeth of a blade meet resistance and some of th...

Page 33: ...the cutting job Using properly sharpened blades Applying consistent even force to the blade during the cut Avoiding obstacles and ground hazards Using extra care when cutting harder materials such as extremely dry brush saplings and small trees Cutting from a stable secure position Blade Cutting Problems Binding Blades may bind in the cut if dull or forced Binding can damage blade and result in bl...

Page 34: ...rea and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown 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 surface and the top of the grass Never adjust blade height with engine running otherwise serious personal injury may result 4 Loosen adjustme...

Page 35: ...edge run the engine at 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 only as quickly as the blade will allow The complete unit specifically the drive shaft assembly and muffler exhaust area may become very hot during use Avoid contact during and immediately after operation otherwise serious personal injury...

Page 36: ...y can result Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets Use reduced speed only when performing light duty tasks or to comply with local noise regulations Continuous low speed operation may allow fuel oil residue to build up on the piston and cause rapid build up of carbon on the spark arrestor screen resulting in overheating and engine damage To reduce harmful build up run eng...

Page 37: ...orming service Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders Always follow all maintenance instructions as written otherwise serious personal injury can result Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that ...

Page 38: ...QUIRED SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 Fuel System Inspect 1 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 3 1 3 Months Air Filter Replace 1 Fuel Filter Inspect 1 Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect 1 Spark Plug Inspect Clean Replace 1 Muffler Spark Arresto...

Page 39: ...Air Filter Level 1 1 Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside cover 3 Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in...

Page 40: ...h the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand Pull and twist slightly to separate 4 Install the new filter with the reverse action Note Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank ...

Page 41: ...p by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 lbf in Cooling System Level 2 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...

Page 42: ... Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Remove air cleaner cover A 3 Remove engine cover B DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 4 Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter...

Page 43: ...ody F 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove engine cover 2 Place piston at top dead center Remove muffl...

Page 44: ...8 Start engine and warm to operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment Level 2 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 engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed ca...

Page 45: ...uring carburetor adjustments Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety instructions For units equipped with a clutch be sure the cutting attachment stops moving when the engine idles When the unit is turned off make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down 1 Check idle speed and reset if necessary If a tachometer is available idle speed screw A should be set ...

Page 46: ...y by loosening clamping screw C and removing set screw D 5 Remove upper flex cable E wipe clean and apply a thin coating of 15 ml 0 5 oz of grease 6 Install cable Make sure that the flex cable fully engages into the clutch square drive socket 7 Slide coupler on upper drive shaft until fully seated and align set screw hole in coupling with hole in upper drive shaft 8 Install and tighten set screw D...

Page 47: ...not require lubrication 1 Clean all loose debris from gear case 2 Remove plug A and check level of grease 3 Add grease if necessary DO NOT over fill Drive Shaft Lower 1 Loosen screw B and remove locating screw C Pull gear case and shield from drive shaft housing 2 Pull flexible cable D from the drive shaft housing wipe clean and re coat with 15 ml 0 5 oz of grease A B C ...

Page 48: ...tall the gear housing and shield assembly Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note For normal use Speed Feed head disassembly is not necessary However if circumstances require disassembly follow these instructions 1 Press top of locking tabs A on both sides of Speed Feed head to release cover B from eyelet carrier C 2 Remove cover from eyelet carrier D B A C ...

Page 49: ... may be hot Never use wire or wire rope that can break off and become a dangerous projectile Serious injury can occur 1 Cut one piece of line to recommended length 2 0 mm 0 080 in diameter 6 m 20 ft 2 4 mm 0 095 in diameter 6 m 20 ft 2 Align arrows on top of knob with openings in eyelets 3 Insert one end of trimmer line into an eyelet and push line equal distance through trimmer head ...

Page 50: ...lockwise to wind line onto spool until about 13 cm 5 in of each line remains exposed Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed Feed head are worn smooth or if holes appear replacement of the cover or the entire Speed Feed head required ...

Page 51: ...nd bending If ANY of these problems are discovered replace the blade When sharpening a blade always remove the same amount of materials from each tooth to maintain balance A blade that is not balanced will cause unsafe handling due to vibration and can result in blade failure 1 File each tooth at a 30 angle a specific number of times e g four strokes per tooth Work your way around the blade until ...

Page 52: ...urs of use 1 Clean all loose debris from gear box 2 Remove plug G and check level of grease Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole 3 Add grease if necessary using squeeze type tube Do not use high pressure grease gun DO NOT over fill Drive Shaft Lower 1 Loosen screw A and remove center locating screw B Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing Parts Required Lithium Bas...

Page 53: ...Edger Blade Replacement Level 1 Parts required Blade new split pin Note Replace blade when it is bent damaged or worn shorter than 152 4 mm 6 in 1 Remove split pin A 2 Align hole in inner blade adapter B with notch in gear housing and insert locking tool G to prevent PTO shaft C from rotating 3 Remove L H blade nut D by turning clockwise Remove outer blade adapter E and blade F 4 Install and cente...

Page 54: ...t cylinder Carburetor See your dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark STOP switch OFF Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65 mm 0 026 in Clean or replace ...

Page 55: ...uns but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper adjustment Vibration Adjust Cooling system Cooling systemdirty or plugged Extended operation in dirty or dusty locations Clean Spark arrestor screen Spark arrestor screen plugged Normal wear Replace Engine does not crank N A Internal engine problem See your ...

Page 56: ...FF 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 the screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel tank completely Press purge bulb 6 7 times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again Close choke start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel 7 Allow engine to c...

Page 57: ...two stroke single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32 2 mm 1 27 in Stroke 26 0 mm 1 02 in Displacement 21 2 cc 1 29 in3 Exhaust Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst Carburetor Diaphragm with purge pump Ignition System Flywheel magneto capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPM 8Y BPMR 8Y in Canada Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil...

Page 58: ...rrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst Carburetor Diaphragm with purge pump Ignition System Flywheel magneto capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPM 8Y BPMR 8Y in Canada Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not u...

Page 59: ...de shield 1 62 1 Shield Open anti clog MODEL Speed Feed Trimmer Shaft Length 834 mm 32 8 in Attachment Width 177 mm 6 9 in Attachment Height 236 mm 9 29 in Weight dry with line head 1 07 kg 2 3 lb Drive Shaft 6 35 mm 0 25 in Flex Shaft Gear Case Ratio 1 62 1 Direction of Rotation Counter clockwise viewed from the top Cutter Head Speed Feed Nylon line head Line Capacity 6 m 20 ft MODEL Power Blower...

Page 60: ... NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Incorporated Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration If you do not have access to the Internet you can complete the form below and mail to ECHO Incorporated Product Registration PO Box 1139 Lake Zurich IL 60047 R...

Page 61: ...PAS 225 SB VP VPB PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7732274006 61 09 21 ECHO Incorporated ...

Page 62: ...NOTES PAS 225 SB VP VPB 62 X7732274006 09 21 ECHO Incorporated NOTES ...

Page 63: ...PAS 225 SB VP VPB NOTES X7732274006 63 09 21 ECHO Incorporated NOTES ...

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