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TM
Pro Attachment Series
Operator's Manual
MODEL PAS-265
wArning
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual (if avail-
able) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and understood for proper and
safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X750010523
X7502024003
12/09
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2 Introdutc Ion Welcome 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 as well as your attachment operator's manual and SAFETY MANUAL (if available) before operation. You will find these manuals easy to read and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. eht rot opear 's manual Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It c
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tm Pro Att Achmetn Serie S o Per A or t 'S m Anu Al 3 s fetya m anual s afety s ymolsb and I tan mport I t forman Ino Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. CIRCLE AND SLASh SyMbOL DAngEr This symbol means the specific action The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word shown is prohibi
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4 rsonalep cond It Ion dna safety euq Ipentm wArning TM TM Pro Attachment Series users risk injury to themselves and others if the Pro Attachment Series unit is used im- properly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a TM Pro Attachment Series unit. Physical Condition Proper Clothing Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • if you are tired or sic
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tm Por Att Acmenth Siere S o Per A or t 'S m Aun Al 5 Repetitive 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. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital ne
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6 equ Ipment wArning TM Use only ECHO approved attachments for Pro Attachment Series models. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. NOTE ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not TM been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this Pro Attachment Series . • Check unit for loose/missing
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tm Pro Att Achment Sriee S o Per A ro t 'S m Anu Al 7 d rsec Itp Ino Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are 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. Hot Decal (near muffler) 10 9 1 8 P/n X505002310 7 2 6 3 5 4 12 11 13 15 14 17 18 16 Shaft Decal Spanish Decal English Translation P/n 89022809560 P/n X50
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8 1. POWER hEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITh CATAL yST -The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 3. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter. 4. FUEL TANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank opening. 5. RECOIL STARTER
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tm Pro Att Achmnte Seeri S o Per A or t 'S m Aun Al 9 c tstnone The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, other assembly may be necessary. 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. 1 - Power Head w / Upper Drive Shaft Assembly 1 - Plastic Bag (co-pack) - 1, Operator's Manual - 1, Wa
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10 tnorf eldahn eadustntmj /barr Ire bra y lbmesas Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: Barrier Bar Handle Adjustment mIn acIsp nG NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Stand in a comfortable operating position with attachment assem- bled, and position front handle for comfortable operation. Tighten handle screws. Barrier Bar Assembly NOTE The barrier bar may be used with the PAS attachments indicated in the barrier bar table. 1. Unscrew bottom bracket o
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12 o t arep Ino wArning Moving parts can amputate fingers 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 servicing unit. wArning Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconscious- ness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious
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tm Pro Att Achmnte Seeri S o Per A or t 'S m Aun Al 13 Handling Fuel wArning Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALW
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14 rta st In G cdlo en GIne wArning 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. A 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward, away from the STOP posi- tion. 2. Choke Lever Move choke lever (B) to Cold Start ( ) Position. B C 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and
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tm Por Att Achtnme Serie S o Per A ro t 'S m Aun Al 15 art st In G rma w en GIen 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. A wArning The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button
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16 m a Ienanetnc wArning Moving parts can amputate fingers 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 servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free
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tm Por Att Achtnme Serie S o Per A ro t 'S m Aun Al 17 a Ir f I rte l Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Cleaning brush TM Parts required: REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT 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. Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter. Replace filte
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18 rka sp pul G Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush TM Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 0.65 mm 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. (0.026 in.) 4. Tig
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tm Pro Att Acmenth Serei S o Per A or t 'S m Aun Al 19 IMPORTANT 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. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. e Xhatsu mystes Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools Required: Cross Head Screwdriver, 4mm Hex Wrench, Soft Metal Brush Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove
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20 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: 4mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover B A (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits 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
