Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual MODEL 99944200475 MODELS USED ON: SRM-260SB/261SB PAS-2400 PAS 230/231 PAS 260/261 PAS-265 WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Trimmer. Those manuals and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
Introduction Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-thejob-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. the attachment operator's manual Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual Safety manual safetysymbols andimportant 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. Circle and slash symbol DANGER This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.
personal condition and safety equipment warning Edger users risk injury to themselves and others if the edger is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating an edger. 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.
Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual 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).
equipment warning Use this attachment with ECHO approved models only. Serious injury may result from the use of this attachment combined with a non approved ECHO product. 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 shield for damage and is securely in place. Replace if shield is damaged or missing. • Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.
Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual 1. Blade - Rotates to provide cutting action. 2. Debris Shield/Flap - Mounted over the cutting attachment. Helps protect operator by deflecting debris produced during the edging operation. 3. Drive Shaft Assembly - Contains a specially designed liner and the flexible drive shaft. 4. Wheel - Adjustable up/down, sets depth of blade. Contents After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts.
NOTE Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings. Short couplings fit flush to decal point (E). New couplings are 4-3/4 in. long, and fit flush to line (C). D C NOTE Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine. 5. Rotate locator pin (A) 1/4 turn clockwise to engage lower shaft hole. Insure locator pin is fully engaged by twisting lower drive shaft. Locator pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engagement will prevent further shaft rotation. 6.
Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual warning Never adjust blade height with engine running, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 4. WHEEL Adjust the blade's depth of cut to produce a fine cut between sidewalk and grass using a minimum blade depth, usually with about 13 mm (1/2 in.) of the blade into the ground. 5. Before edging, plan your direction of travel so that the unit will always be positioned on your right side and so that you walk on a hard surface whenever possible.
skill level Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. maintenance intervals Component/System Maintenance Procedure Drive Shaft Gear Housing Screws/Nuts/Bolts Grease Grease Inspect/Tighten/Replace Skill Level 1 1 1 Frequency Every 25 hours of use Every 15 - 25 hours of use Before each use blade replacement/lubrication Level 1.
Power Edger Attachment Operator's Manual 5. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 6. Remove plug (G) and check level of grease. Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole. G 7. Add grease if necessary using manual grease gun or squeeze-type tube. Do not use high pressure grease gun. DO NOT over-fill. 8. Install inner blade adapter (B) onto PTO shaft (C). 9. Install and center new blade (F) onto inner adapter (B). 10. Install outer adapter (E) and nut (D).
Storage Storage Hook Installation 1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. 2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. Specifications MODEL ���������������������������������������������������� 99944200475 Shaft Length ������������������������������������������������ 825 mm (32.48in.) Attachment Width ����������������������������������������� 150 mm (5.9 in.) Attachment Height ����������������������������������������� 295 mm (11.61 in.
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Servicing Information parts/serial number Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the attachment with you. You can find these numbers on the driveshaft model/serial number label. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ SN. ____________ service DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO www.echo-usa.
