Echo 260 Operator's Manual

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    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. Operator’s manual x770209...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Table of contents 99944200475 table of contents table of contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 introduction ..............................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    99944200475 introduction © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 3 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 help...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Safety 99944200475 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 t...

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    99944200475 safety © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 5 international symbols personal condition and safety equipment 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 op...

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    6 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Safety 99944200475 hand protection wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/ear ...

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    99944200475 safety © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 7 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, followe...

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    8 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Safety 99944200475 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 users of this equipment with the operator’s manual and safety...

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    99944200475 safety © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 9 • never reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings..

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Description 99944200475 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 in...

  • Page 11: Contents

    99944200475 contents © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 11 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 ...

  • Page 12: Assembly

    12 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Assembly 99944200475 assembly power head shaft/lower shaft assembly do not perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running. 1. Set power head/shaft assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (a) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-o...

  • Page 13: Operation

    99944200475 operation © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 13 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 re...

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    14 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Operation 99944200475 7. When starting to edge, run the engine at full throttle, and lower the blade gently into the ground, being careful not to hit the concrete with the blade. 8. Don't force the blade. Move only as quickly as the blade will allow. The complete un...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    99944200475 maintenance © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 15 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 befo...

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    16 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Maintenance 99944200475 3. Rotate blade until holes in inner blade adapter (b) and gear box align. Insert locking tool to lock pto shaft (c). Note: blade nut (d) is left hand thread. 4. Remove blade nut (d) in a clockwise direction using t-wrench. Remove outer blade...

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    99944200475 maintenance © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 17 drive shaft (lower) 1. Loosen screws (a) and remove center locating screw (b). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. 2. Pull flexible cable (c) from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with a thin coating [15 ml (1/2 ...

  • Page 18: Storage

    18 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Storage 99944200475 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..

  • Page 19: Specifications

    99944200475 specifications © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 19 specifications model 99944200475 shaft length 825 mm (32.48 in.) attachment width 150 mm (5.9 in.) attachment height 295 mm (11.61 in.) weight w/blade 2.49 kg (5.5 lb.) drive shaft type 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) flex shaft rotating direction clock...

  • Page 20: Warranty Statements

    20 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements 99944200475 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 ...

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    99944200475 warranty statements © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 21 echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo...

  • Page 22: Notes

    22 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Notes 99944200475 notes.

  • Page 23: Product Registration

    99944200475 product registration © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 23 product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy! Note: your information will never be sold or ...

  • Page 24: Notes

    24 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Notes 99944200475 notes.

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    99944200475 notes © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 25.

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    26 x7702093705 © 4/2015 echo inc. Notes 99944200475.

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    99944200475 notes © 4/2015 echo inc. X7702093705 27.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 28 s08500001001/s08500999999.