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Echo PE-225 Operator's Manual

Summary of PE-225

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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 x772227...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Table of contents pe-225 table of contents table of contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 introduction ....................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pe-225 introduction x7722279201 3 ©3/2015 echo inc. 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 op...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Safety pe-225 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 ech...

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    Pe-225 safety x7722279201 5 ©3/2015 echo inc. International symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description warning, see operator’s manual carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture do not allow flames or sparks near fuel ignition on / off wear eye, ear and head p...

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    6 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Safety pe-225 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 operating unit. Physical condi...

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    Pe-225 safety x7722279201 7 ©3/2015 echo inc. • do not operate unit barefooted. 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...

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    8 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Safety pe-225 repetitive stress injuries (rsi) 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 pu...

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    Pe-225 safety x7722279201 9 ©3/2015 echo inc. Avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment use only echo attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. Echo, inc. Will ...

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    10 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) pe-225 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later and/or c.A.R.B. Tier iii the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on th...

  • Page 11: Description

    Pe-225 description x7722279201 11 ©3/2015 echo inc. 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 instruct...

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    12 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Description pe-225 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout leve...

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    Pe-225 contents x7722279201 13 ©3/2015 echo inc. Contents 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. Immediately notify your re...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    14 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Assembly pe-225 assembly drive shaft/power head 1. Stand engine on a level surface. 2. Remove vinyl cap from drive shaft. 3. Loosen the two bolts (a) at drive shaft end of engine. 4. Carefully fit drive shaft assembly to engine, making sure that inner drive shaft eng...

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    Pe-225 assembly x7722279201 15 ©3/2015 echo inc. 5. Secure ignition leads against engine housing with clips (h, i). 6. Install air filter and cover. Support handle 1. If necessary, position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screws. Note: label shows minimum spacing for su...

  • Page 16: Operation

    16 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Operation pe-225 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 removin...

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    Pe-225 operation x7722279201 17 ©3/2015 echo inc. • 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 f...

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    18 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Operation pe-225 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 ca...

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    Pe-225 operation x7722279201 19 ©3/2015 echo inc. Starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: if atta...

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    20 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Operation pe-225 edger operation techniques engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed awa...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Pe-225 maintenance x7722279201 21 ©3/2015 echo inc. 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 rem...

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    22 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pe-225 air filter level 1. 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 co...

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    Pe-225 maintenance x7722279201 23 ©3/2015 echo inc. Spark plug level 2. Use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 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...

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    24 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pe-225 2. Remove air cleaner cover (a). 3. Remove engine cover (b). Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 6. Remove grass and ...

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    Pe-225 maintenance x7722279201 25 ©3/2015 echo inc. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. 1. Remove engine cover (b). 2. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (c), gaskets (d), (e), and screen (f), from muff...

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    26 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pe-225 carburetor adjustment level 2. 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 emi...

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    Pe-225 maintenance x7722279201 27 ©3/2015 echo inc. Gear housing 1. Remove plug (a) and add grease to gear housing. Do not over-fill. 2. Replace plug and tighten securely. Drive shaft 1. Loosen two (2) screws (b) and remove center locating screw (c). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing...

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    28 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pe-225 2. Align hole in inner blade adapter (b) with notch in gear housing, and insert locking tool (g) to prevent pto shaft (c) from rotating. 3. Remove l.H. Blade nut (d) by turning clockwise. Remove outer blade adapter (e), and blade (f). 4. Install an...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Pe-225 troubleshooting x7722279201 29 ©3/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshooting...

  • Page 30: Storage

    30 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Storage pe-225 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 ...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Pe-225 specifications x7722279201 31 ©3/2015 echo inc. Specifications model pe-225 length 1772 mm (68.6 in.) width 305 mm (12.0 in.) height 370 mm (14.6 in.) weight (dry) w/cutter head 6.0 kg (13.2 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) strok...

  • Page 32: Warranty Statements

    32 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements pe-225 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 d...

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    Pe-225 warranty statements x7722279201 33 ©3/2015 echo inc. 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 limit...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Notes pe-225 notes.

  • Page 35: Product Registration

    Pe-225 product registration x7722279201 35 ©3/2015 echo inc. 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 misuse...

  • Page 36: Notes

    36 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Notes pe-225 notes.

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    38 x7722279201 ©3/2015 echo inc. Pe-225.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 40 t76014001001-t76014999999 t76114001001-t76114999999.