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TM
POWER PRUNER
1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
TM
Power Pruner
Operator's Manual
MODELS: PPF-2100 TYPE 1/1E
Serial Number 001001 - 001162
PPF-2110 TYPE 1/1E
Serial Number 001001 - 001016
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a
Safety Manual. Both must be read and under
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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. WARNING DANGER 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
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TM POWER PRUNER 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS & 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 bystanders. IMPORTANT The e
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4 DECALS Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions 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. Engine Cover INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol fo
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TM POWER PRUNER 5 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Guide Bar and Saw Chain WARNING DANGER • Serious injury may result from the use of non approved guide bar and saw chain combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual. • 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. • Check that the cutting attachment, guide bar and saw chain is firmly attached and in safe
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6 PERSONAL CONDITION & SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER TM TM Power Pruner users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Pruner is used improperly and or safety TM precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Pruner . 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 physica
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TM POWER PRUNER 7 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. Never touch wires directly or indirectly when pruning, otherwise serious injury or death may result. Determine Operation Area • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual, and instructions for safe operation. • Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. • Review t
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8 Keep A Firm Grip TM • Grip Power Pruner with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the handle, and shaft tube. 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. TM • Operate the Power Pruner only from the ground or out of an approved bucket lift. • Always evaluate the branches to be pruned for hazards such as loose dead branches which may fall and strik
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TM POWER PRUNER 9 OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold 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 ailment i
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10 EMISSION CONTROL - Emissions DESCRIPTION Models Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have The emission control system for this engine is EM purchased requires some assembly. (Engine Modification). After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : TEH021UB24RA parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI A
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TM POWER PRUNER 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PPF-2100 23 24 PPF-2110 22 21 20 19 14 18 17 16 15 1 3 2 4 5 6 8 7 13 9 12 25 10 11
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12 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter. 2. REAR HANDLE ASSEMBLY - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. STOP SWITCH - Mounted on top of rear handle assembly. Move switch forward to run, back to stop. 5. STRAP HOOK - Used to secure unit to shoulder harness. 6. FRONT HANDLE - Cushioned grip
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TM POWER PRUNER 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS M0 ODEL P0PF-210 PPF-211 2.39m(7ft,10in.) Length 3.30m(10ft,10in.) Lengthw/Optional3ft.extension Width 0.22m(8.75in.) Height 0.23m(9.0in.) W) eight(dry) 5) .91kg(13.0lb. 6.9kg(15.2lb. EngineType Aircooled,two-stroke,singlecylindergasolineengine 32.2mm(1.268in.) Bore Stroke 26.0mm(1.04in.) 21.2cc(1.29cu.in.) Displacement ExhaustSystem SparkArrestorMuffler Carburetor Diaphragm,w/primerbulb IgnitionSystem CDI(capacitordischargeignition) NGKBPMR-7A
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14 ASSEMBLY TM For your convenience the Power Pruner has been shipped with the power head attached and throttle linkage assembled. We recommend the power head remain attached to the drive shaft and housing at all times. CUTTING ATTACHMENT TO DRIVE SHAFT INSTALLATION Tools Required: 3 mm Hex Wrench Parts Required: Power Head/Drive Shaft; Cutting Attachment WARNING DANGER Saw chain is sharp! Always wear gloves when handling cutting attachment, otherwise serious personal injury may res
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TM POWER PRUNER 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL TM 1. Remove the cutting attachment from the Power Pruner shaft housing by removing the location bolt (B), loosening the (4) four lower bolts (A) clamping the cutting attachment to the shaft B housing and slide the cutting attachment off. 2. Loosen the 4 screws (D) on the extension clamp and slide the A A extension onto the shaft housing until the hole (E) in the extension clamp lines up with the hole (C) in the shaft housing. Insert the #8 x 1/2 in. self-tap
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16 PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements R + M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] gasoline or gasohol known to be good 2 quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. Two-Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to
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TM POWER PRUNER 17 OPERATOR'S MANUAL IMPORTANT SM T W TF S Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 12 34 5 6 7 thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 IMPORTANT 22 23 24 2526 27 28 Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel con- tainer thoroughly before each use. 29 30 31 LUBRICATING THE GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN Automatic Oiling System 1. Wipe debris from around oil fill cap. 2. Remove oil fill
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18 EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. • Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and the saw chain is correctly tensioned on the guide bar. Dull, loose or damaged saw chain should not be used. Refer to page 29 for correct Filing Saw Chain pro
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TM POWER PRUNER 19 OPERATOR'S MANUAL OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions which can cause serious injury or death. • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual, and instructions for safe operation. • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.
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20 5. After engine fires (or five [5] pulls), move choke lever back to “Run” position. Hold throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout fully depressed and pull recoil starter handle/rope until engine starts and 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 5 pulls, repeat instructions. 6. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. ST
