Echo Trimmer manual

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    Power Pruner TM Attachment 99944200530 Operator's Manual Serial Number 001001 - 008665 X7502302201 89865124561 06/99 W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual for Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Trimmer. Those manuals and this manual mu[...]

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    2 W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual for Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Trimmer. Those manuals and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation, otherwise serious personal injury may result. I NTRODUCTION Wel[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA T OR ' 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 prohibited. IMPORTANT The enclosed message pro[...]

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    4 DECALS Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate the decal. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions. If the decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO Dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instruction[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 5 Guide Bar and Saw Chain W ARNING DANGER • Serious injury may result from the use of non approved guide bar and saw chain combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual. • ECHO , INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices or access[...]

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    6 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Power Pruner TM Attachment users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Pruner TM Attachment is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Pruner TM . Physical Condition -- Your judgment and physi[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 7 Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. SAFE OPERA TION W ARNING DANGER All over head electrical conductors and communications wires[...]

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    8 Keep A Firm Grip • Grip unit with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the handle, and drive shaft housing. Keep A Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not overreach. • Operate the unit only from the ground or [...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 9 EXTENDED OPERA TION / EXTREME CONDITIONS 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 burn[...]

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    10 D ESCRIPTION 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 for missing parts. CONTENTS 1 - Power Pruner TM Attachment - Plastic Bag (co-pack) - Operators Man[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 11 S PECIFICA TIONS Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica- tion, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equip[...]

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    12 6. Secure lower drive shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob (E). E FRONT HANDLE REMOV AL Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: None 1. Remove four (4) screws, nuts and handle halves from pruner. 2. Loosely attach handle halves together and store handle assembly for later use. SA W CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT Tools Required: 1[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 13 1. Wipe debris from around oil fill cap. 2. Remove oil fill cap and fill reservoir with a quality, low viscosity guide bar and saw chain oil. NOTE The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is preset to deliver 3 to 4 cc/min. at normal operating RPM. During heavy or dry cutting conditio[...]

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    14 O PERA TION NOTE Refer to your Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Operator's Manual for correct engine fueling, starting and stop- ping instructions. PRUNING TECHNIQUES The Power Pruner ™ Attachment is designed for light to medium trimming of limbs and branches up to 203 mm (8 in.) in diameter. Follow these tips for successf[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 15 M AINTENANCE Your ECHO Pruner attachment is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled mainte- nance will help your Pruner attachment achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECH[...]

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    16 LUBRICA TION Drive Shaft (Lower) Level 1 T ools Required: 8 mm W rench, Screwdriver Parts Required: High T emperature automotive grease, Clean rag IMPORTANT Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high temperature automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result. 1 . Loo[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 17 GUIDE BAR AND SA W CHAIN REPLACEMENT W ARNING DANGER Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine running. This saw chain is VERY sharp, wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when handling it. Wear eye protection meeting CE or ANSI specification Z87.1. Guide Bar R[...]

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    18 FILING SA W CHAIN Level 3. Tools Required: 4.5 mm round File P/N 89751001130; Flat File P/N 89751100230; Depth Gauge P/N 89751400232 IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration and premature chain failure. W ARNING DANGER Always stop engine and wear gloves when filing saw chain, otherwise seriou[...]

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    P OWER P RUNER TM A TT ACHMENT O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 19 NOTES[...]

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    ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O AKWOOD R OAD L AKE Z URICH , IL 60047 DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO ECHO Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Technical Publications Orders S ERVICING I NFORMA TION P ARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER TM Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When [...]