PE-2620/S Edger Operator’s Manual The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. X7502350201 © 06/2018 ECHO Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PE-2620/S TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................. 3 Servicing Information .................................................................................. 3 Parts/Serial Number ............................................................................ 3 Service................................................................................................. 4 ECHO Consumer Product Support.........
PE-2620/S INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. This product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and onthe-job dependability. Read and understand all provided literature. Keep manuals in a safe place for future reference.
SAFETY PE-2620/S Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site www.echo-usa.com. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/ repairs, proof of purchase is required.
PE-2620/S SAFETY The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.
SAFETY Symbol PE-2620/S Description Symbol Description Safety/Alert Emergency Stop Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture AVOID KICKOUT Keep Bystanders At Least 15 m (50 ft.) Away.
PE-2620/S SAFETY Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may occur. Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit.
SAFETY PE-2620/S Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection ◆ ◆ Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit. For additional safety, a full-face shield may be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris. Hand Protection Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles.
PE-2620/S SAFETY Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which may interfere with some pacemakers.
SAFETY PE-2620/S • Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands, and wrists. • Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking. • Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or other handheld power equipment is not required.
PE-2620/S SAFETY • Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles. • Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or arms. The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current.
SAFETY PE-2620/S Equipment Use only ECHO attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual. • Check unit for loose or missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten or replace as needed.
PE-2620/S EMISSION CONTROL EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions).
DESCRIPTION PE-2620/S 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.
PE-2620/S 6. CONTENTS Blade 7. Wheel 8. Driveshaft Assembly 9. Throttle Trigger 10. Throttle Handle - For Right Hand 11. Spark Plug 12. Top Guard 13. Recoil Starter Handle 14. Spark Arrestor Muffler or Spark Arrestor Muffler with Catalyst 15. Fuel Tank 16. Fuel Tank Cap 17. Choke 18. Air Cleaner 19. Purge Bulb CONTENTS After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts.
ASSEMBLY PE-2620/S ASSEMBLY Support Handle 1. If necessary, position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screws. Note: Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location. 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 complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
PE-2620/S OPERATION Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of diesel or alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
OPERATION ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ PE-2620/S DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING! DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately. Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling. Inspect for fuel leakage.
PE-2620/S OPERATION Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. Used oil and gasoline, and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials. Disposal laws vary by locality. Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control.
OPERATION 2. PE-2620/S Choke Move choke lever (B) to COLD STARTposition. 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 4. C B Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position.
PE-2620/S OPERATION 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 button (A) forward away from the STOP position. 2. A Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (B) until fuel is visible in the “Clear” fuel return line. Pump bulb an additional four or five times. 3. A B Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles.
OPERATION PE-2620/S Stopping Engine 1. Throttle Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. A A Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. Edger Operation Techniques 1. Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier.
PE-2620/S 4. Loosen adjustment knob (A). Move wheel (B) up to increase cutting depth, or down to decrease cutting depth. A depth of 0.5 in. (13 mm) is optimal. Tighten adjustment knob (A). 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. 6. OPERATION A B Position edger as shown. Before edging, be sure to read and understand the entire Operator's Manual to avoid serious injury. 7.
MAINTENANCE PE-2620/S 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.
PE-2620/S MAINTENANCE Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE COMPONENT/SYSTEM SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean* Fuel System Inspect3 Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean* Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace* 1 2 1 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect3 1 3 Months Air Filter Fuel Filter Fuel Cap Gasket Spark Plug Muffler Spark Arrestor Replace* Inspect* 1 Inspect/Clean/Replace* Cylinder Exhaust Port Inspect/Clean/De
MAINTENANCE PE-2620/S *Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. Air Filter Level 1 Parts Required:Tune Up 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 air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. Assure throttle wire retaining clip (A) remains in place as shown when removing or installing air filter cover. A 3. 4.
PE-2620/S MAINTENANCE Assure air filter is assembled with pleats oriented vertically. Fuel Filter Level 1. Parts Required:Tune Up Kit. Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank. Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank. 3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter.
MAINTENANCE PE-2620/S Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. Spark Plug Level 2.
PE-2620/S MAINTENANCE Cooling System Level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: • Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder. • Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder. This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving.
MAINTENANCE 5. Remove grass and leaves from the grid (C) between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 6. Assemble components in reverse order. PE-2620/S C Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover (A). 3. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon or dirt from entering cylinder. 4. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (B), gasket (C), and screen (D), from muffler body. 5.
PE-2620/S MAINTENANCE Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: Heat Shield (as needed) 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port (C). B A C Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port.
MAINTENANCE PE-2620/S Carburetor Adjustment Level 2. When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.
PE-2620/S 1. MAINTENANCE Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counterclockwise to decrease idle speed. A A Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Grease. Note: Your debris shield may appear different than the debris shield shown. Gear Housing 1. Remove plug (A) and add grease to gear housing.
MAINTENANCE PE-2620/S Drive Shaft 1. Loosen screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. B 2. Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and recoat with 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease. 3. Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing. DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable. 4. Install the gear housing and shield assembly. Align locating screw hole with hole in drive shaft housing. 5. Tighten screws securely.
PE-2620/S TROUBLESHOOTING 4. Install and center blade (F) on inner blade adapter (B). 5. Install outer adapter (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) firmly, turning counterclockwise. C Note: Never reuse old split pin. 6. B Install new split pin (A) to secure nut, and bend both legs of pin counterclockwise around PTO shaft (C). F E A D TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.
TROUBLESHOOTING PE-2620/S ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status No fuel at cylinder Cause Carburetor Remedy See your dealer OPEN choke Engine starts hard Fuel at cylinder Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich Adjust carburetor or Engine does not start Spark at end of plug wire No spark Spark at plug Air filter Engine runs, but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Engine does not crank 36 Clean or replace air filter Air filter dirty Stop switch OFF - Electr
PE-2620/S STORAGE STORAGE 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.
SPECIFICATIONS PE-2620/S SPECIFICATIONS This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002. MODEL PE-2620 PE-2620S Length (without cutter head) 1753 mm (69.0 in.) 1788 mm (70.3 in.) Width 352 mm (13.8 in.) 273 mm (10.7 in.) Height 335 mm (13.1 in.) 344 mm (13.5 in.) Dry Weight (without cutter head) 6.38 kg (14.1 lb.) 6.43 kg. (14.1 lbs.) Type of engine Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Displacement 25.4 cc (1.55 in.
PE-2620/S MODEL PRODUCT REGISTRATION PE-2620 PE-2620S Gear Reduction Ratio Rotating Direction Cutter Head 2.07 Counterclockwise; viewed from left side 8 in. blade Vibration Reduction Systems Rubber cushion on engine mount.
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