Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PE-230 Echo
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Power Edger Operator's Manual MODEL PE-230 W ARNING X770001002 12/09 X7702090202 Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides an Opera- tor's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
2 I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome 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. Y ou will nd both easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 3 s a f e t y m a n u a l s a f e t y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r t a n t I n f o r m a t I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.
4 Physical Condition Y our 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. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 5 Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the ngers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas.
6 e m I s s I o n c o n t r o l EP A Phase II The emission control system for these engines are EM (Engine Modication). An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONL Y , information on label varies by engine F AMIL Y).
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 7 15 16 17 18 19 14 13 20 21 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 12 d e s c r I p t I o n Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them.
8 1. POWER HEAD - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter . 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 9 c o n t e n t s The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary . After opening the carton, check for damage.
10 B A C D E t h r o t t l e l I n k a g e a n d I g n I t I o n l e a d s 1. Connect ignition stop leads (A) and (B). 2. Place throttle linkage (C) through adjustment xture (D) and install wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole (E).
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 11 f u e l NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual.
12 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container , and remix.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 13 s t a r t I n g c o l d e n g I n e W ARNING 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.
14 s t a r t I n g w a r m e n g I n e 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. W ARNING The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 15 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.
16 m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers 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.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 17 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Cleaning brush Parts r equired: REPOWER TM Air & Fuel Filter Kit. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed.
18 s p a r k p l u g Level 2. T ools Requir ed: T -Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush. Parts Requir ed: REPOWER TM T une-Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded cen- ter electrode.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 19 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) mufer cover screws and mufer cover (A). 3. Remove screw and arm rest (B). 4. Remove cylinder cover (C). IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns.
20 1. Remove two (2) mufer cover screws and mufer cover (A). 2. Place piston at T op Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder . 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (B), gasket (C) and screen (D) from mufer body . 4. Clean carbon deposits from mufer components.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 21 NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer .
22 A B d r I v e s h a f t l u b r I c a t I o n Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 8 mm Open End Wrench, 4 mm Hex W rench, Clean rag Parts Requir ed: POWER BLENDX TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. 1. Loosen two (2) screws (A) and remove center locating screw (B).
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 23 A B C D E F G 5. Remove plug (G) and ll gear case with grease. Install plug. 6. Install inner blade adapter (B) onto PTO shaft (C). 7. Install and center new blade (F) onto inner adapter (B).
24 t r o u b l e s h o o t I n g DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 25 s t o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.
26 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PE-230 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1755 mm (69.1 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 315 mm (12.
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 27 w a r r a n t y s t a t e m e n t s ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S R.
28 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES .
P o w e r e d g e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 29 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIW A BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.
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