Power Edger Operator's Manual MODEL PE-200 Serial Number 05001001 - 05045500 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 and safe operation.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. 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 operations tips and SAFETY messages. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited. IM PO RT AN T NO Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol form/ shape Symbol description/ application Symbol form/ shape Read and understand Operator's Manual. Symbol description/ application Symbol form/ shape FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE WEAR EYES, EARS AND HEAD PROTECTION Symbol description/ application Symbol description/ application Symbol form/ shape Keep feet away from blade Direction of blade Thrown objects Emergency stop Wear slip resistant foot wear.
POWER EDGER 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 is unknown.
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. Read the Manuals • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on safe operation.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 7 DESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, power head and 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 - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. FRONT HANDLE - The front handle can be repositioned for comfortable operation by loosening the screws and moving the handle. 4. SHAFT DECAL (See page 3) 5. SHAFT DECAL (See page 3) 6. DEBRIS SHIELD/FLAP - Mounted over the cutting attachment. Helps protect operator by deflecting debris produced during the edging operation. 7.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- PE-200 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1750 mm (68.9 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 300 mm (11.8 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 290 mm (11.4 in.) Weight (dry w/cutter head) ------------------------------- 5.38 kg (11.9 lb.
ASSEMBLY DRIVE SHAFT/POWER HEAD Tools Required: 8 x 10 mm Spanner Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Drive Shaft Assembly 1. Stand engine on a level surface. 2. Loosen the two bolts (A) at drive shaft end of engine. 3. Carefully fit drive shaft assembly to engine, making sure that inner drive shaft engages into clutch mount. A NOTE Rotate the drive shaft housing until edger housing is in line with the engine. 4. Tighten bolts (A). THROTTLE LINKAGE 1.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 11 PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend TM Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards.
OPERATION STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER 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. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. A 2. 3. Choke Move choke (B) to “Cold Start” ( ) Position.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL STARTING WARM ENGINE 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. WARNING DANGER 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 (A) away from the STOP position 2.
OPERATING TECHNIQUES 1. Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier. 2 Before edging, check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown. 3. Plan to edge regularly to make it easier to keep a neat edge and to avoid having to make more than one pass. NOTE Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard surface and the top of the grass.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 15 MAINTENANCE Your ECHO edger is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your edger 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.
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Parts required: 90008 REPOWERTM 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 the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush. Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 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. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.). COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level 2.
1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug. 2. Remove muffler cover bolt (A). 3. Remove four screws that retain the engine cover. Two at the top of the Recoil Starter, two on either side of the front. Lift the cover from the engine and lay to the front of the engine. A NOTE The spark plug lead and grommet remain in the engine cover. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Use the brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL Cylinder Exhaust Port Level 3. IMPORTANT The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service.
BLADE REPLACEMENT/LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: Scrench, Locking Tool, Needle Nose Pliers, 8 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required: ECHO® LUBETM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease, Blade P/N 69601552632 NOTE Grease gear case every 15 - 25 hours of use. Replace blade when it is worn shorter than 6 in. Remove blade and holders before greasing to prevent damage to gear and bearings. 1. Shut engine off. 2. Remove split pin (A). 3.
POWER EDGER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 21 TROUBLESHOOTING EN GIN E PR OB LEM TR OU B LESH OOTIN G C H AR T Problem C h eck Status Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor No fuel at cyli nder Engi ne cranks starts hard/ doesn't start Engi ne runs, but di es or does not accelerate properly C au se R emedy Fuel strai ner clogged Fuel li ne clogged C arburetor C lean or replace C lean or replace See your Echo dealer C arburetor See your Echo dealer Fuel at cyli nder Muffler wet wi th fuel Fuel Mi xture t
STORAGE WARNING DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1.
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SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS 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 unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ SN. ____________ SERVICE DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO or www.echo-usa.
