Echo Pro Attachment PAS-225 Operator's Manual

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Summary of Pro Attachment PAS-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 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Table of contents pas-225 table of contents table of contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 introduction .................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pas-225 introduction © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 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 helpful...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Safety pas-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 ...

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    Pas-225 safety © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 5 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 hea...

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    6 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Safety pas-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 co...

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    Pas-225 safety © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 7 • 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 aftern...

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    8 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Safety pas-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...

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    Pas-225 safety © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 9 avoid hot surfaces • during operation, the drive shaft housing and attachment bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment use only echo attachments. Serious injury may result f...

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    10 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) pas-225 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 ...

  • Page 11: Description

    Pas-225 description © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 11 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 instr...

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    12 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Description pas-225 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle handle - for right hand - contains stop switch, throttle lockout, and throttle trigger. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be he...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Pas-225 contents © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 13 contents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer ...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    14 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Assembly pas-225 assembly power head shaft/lower shaft assembly 1. Set power head/shaft assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (a) out, and turn counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock-out position. 3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft. 4. Remove car...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Pas-225 operation © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 15 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 remo...

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    16 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Operation pas-225 • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • 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 ...

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    Pas-225 operation © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 17 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...

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    18 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Operation pas-225 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 a...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Pas-225 maintenance © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 19 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 ...

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    20 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pas-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...

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    Pas-225 maintenance © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 21 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 s...

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    22 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pas-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 a...

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    Pas-225 maintenance © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 23 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 m...

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    24 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Maintenance pas-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 ...

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    Pas-225 maintenance © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 25 lubrication level 1. Drive shaft upper 1. Loosen clamping knob (a). 2. Pull locator pin (b) and rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise to lockout position. 3. Remove attachment. 4. Remove coupler (e) from upper drive shaft assembly by loosening clampi...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    26 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting pas-225 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 troubleshoot...

  • Page 27: Storage

    Pas-225 storage © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 27 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. Lo...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    28 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Specifications pas-225 specifications this spark ignition system complies with the canadian standard ices-002. Model pas-225 length 1010 mm (39.76 in.) width 246 mm (9.69 in.) height 250 mm (9.84 in.) weight (dry) 3.75 kg (8.26 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stro...

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    Pas-225 specifications © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 29 echo optional attachments use only echo attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non echo attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual.Echo, i...

  • Page 30: Warranty Statements

    30 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements pas-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 fro...

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    Pas-225 warranty statements © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 31 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 li...

  • Page 32: Notes

    32 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Notes pas-225 notes.

  • Page 33: Product Registration

    Pas-225 product registration © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 33 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 mis...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7722274905 © 11/2015 echo inc. Notes pas-225 notes.

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    Pas-225 notes © 11/2015 echo inc. X7722274905 35.

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