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Echo PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES PAS-230 Operator's Manual

Summary of PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES PAS-230

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    Pro attachment series tm operator's manual model pas-230 x7532096801 x753002311 12/05 warning danger read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides an operator's manual with this unit and a separate operator's manual and safety manual (if available) with the attachment. All ...

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    2 copyright© 2005 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. I ntroduction 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 as well as your attachment operator's manual and safety manual (i...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 3 this symbol accompanied by the words warning and danger calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohib...

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    4 vibration and cold 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 sensa- tions, followed by loss of color and numbne...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 5 repetitive stress injuries 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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    6 e mission c ontrol epa phase 2 the emission control system for these engines are em/twc (engine modification and catalyst). An emission control label is located on the engine. (this is an example only, information on label varies by engine family). Product emission durability the 300 hour emission...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 7 15 11 12 13 14 16 9 1 2 3 4 10 17 18 5 6 7 8 shaft decal spanish decal english translation d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a deca...

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    8 1. Muffler, spark arrestor - the muffler controls the exhaust noise while the spark arrestor prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler where they could possibly start a fire. 2. Fuel tank - contains fuel and fuel filter. 3. Fuel tank cap - covers and seals fuel tank openin...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 9 c ontents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo deale...

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    10 tools required: screwdriver. Parts required: barrier bar handle adjustment note label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Stand in a comfortable operating position with attachment as- sembled, and position front handle for comfortable operation. Tighten handle screws. Barrier bar ...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 11 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...

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    12 starting cold engine warning danger 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. 1. Stop switch move ...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 13 starting warm engine 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. Warning danger the attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injur...

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    14 m aintenance your echo unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble-free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an echo service dealer for maintenance. To ...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 15 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle cleaning brush parts required: 90008 repower tm air and fuel filter kit 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat wh...

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    16 spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush. Parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074 important 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 cent...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 17 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (a). 3. Remove screw and arm rest (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remo...

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    18 1. Remove muffler cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (a), muffler gasket (b), and screen (c) from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note when cleaning carbon deposits, b...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 19 note every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is...

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    20 t roubleshooting t r a h c g n i t o o h s e l b u o r t m e l b o r p e n i g n e m e l b o r p k c e h c s u t a t s e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e - s k n a r c / d r a h s t r a t s t' n s e o d t r a t s r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f t a l e u f o n r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 21 s torage long term storage (over 30 days) warning danger 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 seriou...

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    22 s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- pas-230 unit length ------------------------------------------------- 1025 mm (40.4 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) height --------------------------------------------...

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    P ro a ttachment s eries tm o perator ' s m anual 23 notes.

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo or www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com s ervicing i nformation parts / serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies...