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Power Pruner TM Operator's Manual MODEL: PPT -265S W ARNING X770001241 09/08 X7702092901 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. ...
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2 Copyright© 2008 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome to the ECHO family . This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability . Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. Y ou will nd both easy to use and full of help ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 3 s a f e t y m a n u a l s a f e t y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r t a n t I n f o r m a t I o n Hot Surface Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Read and understand Operator's Manual. Wear eyes, ears and head protection ...
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4 Physical Condition Y our 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 W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE re- quirements whenever you operate the unit Fa ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 5 DANGER All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity ow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly when pruning, otherwise serious injury or death may result. W ARNING Do not ...
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6 Keep 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. • Operate the Power Pruner TM only from the ground or out of an ap- proved bucket lift. • Always evaluate the branches to be pruned for hazards such as loose d ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 7 e q u I p m e n t W ARNING Serious injury may result from the use of non approved guide bar and saw chain combinations. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this unit. Read and ...
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8 An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONL Y , information on label varies by engine F AMIL Y). PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that a ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 9 1 12 11 10 2 9 8 7 6 5 4 P/N X505002371 3 P/N X505002361 ...
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10 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter . 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration press trigger gradu- ally for best operating technique. 3. SHOULDER HARNESS - An adjustable strap that suspends the unit from the operator . 4. CUTTING A TT ACHMENT - Sea ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 11 c o n t e n t s Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly . After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. ___ Powe ...
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12 4. Align exible drive shaft coupler with engine socket and slide together until locating hole in shaft is visible through locating hole in engine housing. 5. Install locating screw (B) and tighten clamping bolts (A). B A A E F t h r o t t l e l I n k a G e a n d I G n I t I o n l e a d s 1. Install throttle linkage cable into fan cover clip ( ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 13 d c c I E F d W ARNING Saw Chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly , otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Loosen the two (2) screws (C) and locator screw (D) on cutting attachment. 2. Loosen clamp knob (E) turning counter clockwise. 3. Pull upper tube (F) ...
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14 s a W c h a I n t e n s I o n a d J u s t m e n t W ARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting attach- ment. W ear gloves when handling saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T o Adjust Saw Chain T ension 1. Move stop switch to STOP position. 2. Disconnect spark plug lead. 3. Loosen two gearcase cover nut ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 15 NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. f u e l W ARNING Alternative fuels ...
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16 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container , and remix. IMPOR T ANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some s ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 17 Automatic Oiling System 1. W ipe debris from around oil ll cap. 2. Remove oil ll cap and ll reservoir with a quality , low viscosity guide bar and saw chain oil. NOTE The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is preset to deliver 3 to 4 cc/min. at normal operating RPM. Duri ...
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18 C B d D A s t a r t I n G c o l d e n G I n e W ARNING The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury . Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 19 s t a r t I n G W a r m e n G I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. W ARNING The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachm ...
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20 s t o p p I n G e n G I n e 1. Thr ottle . Release throttle trigger , and allow engine to return to idle before stopping engine. 2. Stop Switch. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. W ARNING If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi- tion, close choke - COLD ST AR T position - to stall engine. Have your ECH ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 21 W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or ...
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22 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equired: Cleaning brush 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Parts r equired: Air Filter 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter cover . Brush dirt from inside cover ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 23 s p a r k p l u G Level 2. T ools r equired: 10x19mm (13/32x3/4in) T -wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts Requir ed: Spark Plug NGK BPM-8Y IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) oth- erwise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and chec ...
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24 e X h a u s t s y s t e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools Requir ed: Cross Head Screwdriver , 4mm Hex W rench, Soft Metal Brush Parts Requir ed: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove mufer cover screw and mufer cover (A). 2. Place piston at T op Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder . 3. Remove spark arres ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 25 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools r equired: 4mm Hex W rench, 8mm W rench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover (1 screw). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and ...
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26 c a r b u r e t o r a d J u s t m e n t 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 can be adjusted as required. This engine has been facto ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 27 G u I d e b a r a n d s a W c h a I n r e p l a c e m e n t W ARNING Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine running. Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide bar and saw chain. This saw chain is VER Y sharp, wear heavy gloves to protect your ...
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28 a B T o Adjust Saw Chain T ension 1. Move stop switch to STOP position. 2. Disconnect spark plug lead. 3. Loosen two gearcase cover nuts (A) until nger tight. 4. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster screw (B) clockwise un- til the chain ts snugly against the underside of the bar , as shown. Cold Chain Only - turn adjuster screw CW a ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 29 IMPOR T ANT Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above. PPT-265 Power Pruner B&C Combinations Bar P/N Chain P/N Chain Type Links Pitch Gauge Standard 12" Regular Bar P/N 12AOCD3744 M91VX44G 91 44 3/8" .050 Optional 1 ...
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30 f I l I n G s a W c h a I n Level 2. T ools r equired: 4 mm (5/32 in.) Round File, Flat File, Depth Gauge IMPOR T ANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration, and premature saw chain failure. W ARNING Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before servic- ing guide bar and saw chain. Always ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 31 t r o u b l e s h o o t I n G DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T M E L ...
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32 2. Place the stop switch in the "OFF" position. 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. IMPOR T ANT Some tree sap and resins are corrosive. Thoroughly wash the guide bar and sprocket areas after each use, then coat metal parts with light oil. 4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that ar ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 33 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PPT -265S Length (Standard) ------------------------------------------ 1.96 m (6 ft. 5 in.) Length (Extended) ----------------------------------------- 2.41 m (7 ft. 1 1 in.) Length w/extension ---- ...
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P o w e r P r u n e r TM o P e r a T o r ' s M a n u a l 35 n o t e s ...
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CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T . ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d L a k e Z u R i c h , iL 60047 www .echo-usa.com a d d I t I o n a l o r r e p l a c e m e n t m a n u a l s Safety Manuals in English/Spanish or English/French are available, free of charge, from your ECHO dealer or at www . echo-usa ...
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