x7722271404 / x772000164 99944200600 PAS 80 Tooth Blade Brushcutter Attachment FOR MODELS: SRM-2100SB, 2400SB, 210SB, 211SB, 225SB, 260SB, 261SB, PAS-2100, 2400, 2601, 210, 211, 225, 225VP, 225VPB, 230, 231, 260, 261, 265, 266, 280 Operator’s Manual Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 99944200600 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3 The Operator’s Manual ................................................................................................................ 3 The Safety Manual.........
99944200600 INTRODUCTION 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. The Operator’s Manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.
SAFETY Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. 99944200600 For more information scan this QR code. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video.
99944200600 SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning, See Operator’s Manual Safety/Alert DO NOT USE BLADES - Line Head Only Wear eye, ear and head protection Finger Severing Plan retreat pathfromfalling objects Wear hand and foot protection Rotating Cutting Attachment AVOID KICKOUT. Keep bystanders at least 15 meters (50 feet) away.
SAFETY 99944200600 Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS, • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
99944200600 SAFETY 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 nerve that runs through the area.
SAFETY 99944200600 Avoid Hot Surfaces • During operation, the drive shaft housing and attachment bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment 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. • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
9944200600 DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. 2 1 Metal Shield Label 3 4 Shaft Label 1. LOWER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - Includes the Debris Shield Assembly, Gear Housing assembly, Flexible Drive Cable, Metal Blade and Safety Decals. 2.
CONTENTS 99944200600 CONTENTS The ECHO product you 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.
99944200600 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly Do not perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running. Parts Required: PAS or SRM-SB Power Head w/Shaft & Coupling, Metal Shield, Bracket, Barrier Bar 1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. B 2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-out position. D 3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft. 4. Remove cardboard spacer, if necessary. 5.
ASSEMBLY 99944200600 Install Handle/Barrier Bar Note: The Barrier Bar is required when using grass or weed blades. Units equipped with U-Handles do not require installation of the Barrier Bar. 4-screw front handle 1. Remove screws and nuts and back plate from handle. 2. Position front handle on shaft and install Barrier Bar using four (4) 5x35 mm screws and (4) new nuts included with kit. Handle must be at least 10 inches (250 mm) from center of rear handle grip. 3.
99944200600 ASSEMBLY Balance Unit 1. Put on harness and attach unit to harness. 2. Slide harness clamp up and down until unit balances with head approximately 2 - 3 in. from the ground. 3. Tighten clamp screw. Note: In case of Emergency, the trimmer/brushcutter can be released from the the harness by pulling up on the quick-release collar. X7702273306 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
OPERATION 99944200600 OPERATION 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 completestop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Note: Refer to the Grass Trimmer / Brush Cutter Safety Manual for proper and safe trimming techniques. 14 X7702273306 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
99944200600 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 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.
MAINTENANCE 99944200600 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole. 3. Add grease if necessary using manual grease gun or squeeze-type tube. Do not use high pressure grease gun. DO NOT over-fill. A 4. Install plug (A). Drive Shaft (Lower) 1. Loosen two (2) screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. 2.
99944200600 STORAGE 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. X7702273306 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
SPECIFICATIONS 99944200600 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 99944200600 Shaft Length 870 mm (34.3 in.) Attachment Width 280 mm (11.0 in.) Attachment Height 225 mm (10.0 in.) Weight (dry) w/blade 1.5 kg (3.32 lb.) Drive shaft 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) Flex Shaft Rotating Direction Counter-clockwise viewed from the top Cutter Attachment 80 Tooth, 203 mm (8 in.) Metal Brush Blade 18 X7702273306 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
99944200600 WARRANTY STATEMENTS WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship.
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