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TM
Power Pruner
Hedge Clipper Attachment
Operator's Manual
Model 99946400060
Serial Number 001001 & Up
Models used on: PPT-230/231
PPT-260/261
PPT-2100
PPT-2400
PPFD-2400
WARNING DANGER
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an
Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual, with your Hedge Clipper Attachment.
These manuals must be read and understood for proper and safe operation, otherwise
serious personal injury may result.
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X7502303200
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2 INTRODUCTION 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 and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. IMPORTANT TM This attachment is designed for use with Echo's Power Pruners . Use of this attachment with any other ECHO Product will cause premature gear case failure and void the
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IMPORTANT SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and
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4 INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape description/application Symbol form/shape description/application description/application description/application DO NOT allow Wear slip resistant Read and understand Fuel and oil mixture flames or sparks foot wear. Operator's Manual. near fuel. Engine choke Ignition Finger Severing Wear eyes, ears and control. ON/OFF head protection Wear hand Hot Emergency stop Primer bulb protection. Use S
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 5 OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which following: affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and or twisted position. Instead
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6 SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Provide Safety And Operating Instructions To All Operators Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation. Keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 7 OPERATOR'S MANUAL DESCRIPTION The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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. CONTENTS LIST _____ 1 - Shaft Hedge Clipper Attachment _____ 1 - Operators Manual _____ 1 - Hedge Clipper Safety Manual _____ 1 - Blade Cover _____ 1 - Safety Glasses _____ 1
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8 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT Length ------------------------------------------------------- 775 mm (30.5 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 121 mm (4.75 in.) Weight ------------------------------------------------------ 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs.) Gear Case Ratio -------------------------------------------- 3.5 : 1 Cutter -------------------------------------------------------- Double Reciprocatin
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 9 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper cutting blades are very sharp! Always wear gloves when handling assembly, otherwise serious personal injury may result. F G C 3. Pull upper shaft tube (C) out of fiberglass lower shaft tube 127-152 E mm (5-6 in.), then slide (C) back into fiberglass lower shaft tube exposing inner drive shaft (E). (All Models) 4. Remove locator screw (F) in bottom of attachment adapter clamp. 5. Align star shaped drive of inner d
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10 B ADJUST ATTACHMENT POSITION A 1. Hard to reach areas can be trimmed by rotating the attachment in 90° increments. Loosen (do not remove) bolts (A). Rotate attachment in adapter (B) until desired blade attachment position is achieved. Align holes and tighten bolts (A). ADJUSTING CUTTING ANGLE OF BLADE 1. Place unit on a flat, clear area. Make sure stop switch is in the “STOP” position. D C 2. Move gear tension release lever (C) to “up” position. 3. Grip hedge clipper attachment at adapter (B
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MAINTENANCE Your ECHO product is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your
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12 5. Check cutting blade tightness. Tighten blade bolts (A) until snug with 10 mm wrench. Loosen bolts 1/2 turn. Hold bolts (A) from turning and tighten locknuts (B) with other 10 mm wrench. B A Gear Case TM Tools Required: Grease Gun with ECHO LUBE 14 oz. cartridge ® P/N 91015 or Lithium Based Grease. TM Parts required: ECHO LUBE or Lithium Based Grease. ® 1. Clean dirt from grease fittings. 2. Carefully pump grease in each fitting. DO NOT force grease. Too much pressure will force grease p
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SHARPENING BLADES Level 1. Tools Required: Flat File, Small Screwdriver. TM Parts required: Gear box gasket, ECHO LUBE or ® Lithium Based Grease. NOTE Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Use screwdriver to separate upper and lower cutters equal distance apart. 2. File each edge carefully. Follow the original shape of the blade. IMPORTANT If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat. 3. Lubricate cutting bl
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14 NOTES
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SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL NOTES
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SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS TM Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. DEALER? SERVICE Call Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed 1-800-432-ECHO by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our www.echo-usa.com We
