Echo PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES PAS-230 Operator's Manual

Summary of PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES PAS-230

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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 x753209...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Table of contents pas-230 table of contents table of contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 introduction .................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pas-230 introduction © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 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 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Safety pas-230 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-230 safety © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 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 opera...

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    6 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Safety pas-230 operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye protection eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit. Hand protection wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on ...

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    Pas-230 safety © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 7 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 sen...

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    8 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Safety pas-230 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 ma...

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    Pas-230 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 9 ◆ never reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings. Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks ...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Description pas-230 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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    Pas-230 description © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 11 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Grip - rear (right hand) handle. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevent...

  • Page 12: Contents

    12 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Contents pas-230 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...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    Pas-230 assembly © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 13 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 counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-out position. 3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft. 4. Remove ca...

  • Page 14: Operation

    14 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Operation pas-230 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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    Pas-230 operation © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 15 • 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 hot or running! • do not fill fuel...

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    16 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Operation pas-230 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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    Pas-230 operation © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 17 note: if attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “carburetor adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your echo dealer. 1. Stop switch move stop switch button (a) forward away from the stop position. 2. Purge bulb pump purge bulb ...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    18 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pas-230 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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    Pas-230 maintenance © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 19 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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    20 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pas-230 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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    Pas-230 maintenance © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 21 2. Remove muffler cover (a). 3. Remove screw and top guard (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the...

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    22 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pas-230 exhaust port cleaning level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder...

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    Pas-230 maintenance © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 23 note: every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized echo dealer. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. ...

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    24 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pas-230 5. Remove upper flex cable (f), wipe clean, and apply a thin coating of 1/2 oz. (15ml) of grease. 6. Install cable. Make sure that the flex cable fully engages into the clutch square drive socket. 7. Slide coupler on upper drive shaft until full...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Pas-230 troubleshooting © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 25 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 26: Storage

    26 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Storage pas-230 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 27: Specifications

    Pas-230 specifications © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 27 specifications model pas-230 length 1025 mm (40.4 in.) width 250 mm (9.84 in.) height 250 mm (9.84 in.) weight (dry) 4.0 kg (8.82 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) stroke 28.0 mm ...

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    28 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Specifications pas-230 echo approved optional attachments use only echo approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and att...

  • Page 29: Warranty Statements

    Pas-230 warranty statements © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 29 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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    30 x7532098805 © 04/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements pas-230 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories &gj** &^j* attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to pr...

  • Page 31: Notes

    Pas-230 notes © 04/2013 echo inc. X7532098805 31 notes.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 32 s67711001001/s67711999999 s75212001001/s75212999999.