Echo PE-266/S manual

Specifications, descriptions and illustrativ e material in th is literature are as accurate as known at the time of publ ication, but are subject to change without notice . Illustrations ma y include optional equipment and accessories, and ma y not include all standard equipment. Operator ’ s Manual X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. x7722271404 / x[...]

2 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS PE-266/S TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ................................................... .......................................................................... . 2 Introduction ................................................... .........................................................[...]

PE-266/S INTRODUCTION X7502026303 3 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION W elcome to the ECHO f amily . This ECHO product w as designed and manuf actured to provide long lif e and on-the-job dependability . Read and understand this man ual and the SAFETY MANU AL. Y ou will find both easy to use and full of helpful oper ating tips and SAFETY messages. T[...]

4 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PE-266/S Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator , Safety Man uals, and P ar ts Catalogs are a vailab le from your ECHO dealer or at www .echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Ro ad, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Alw ays chec k the ECHO Web Site f or updated inf or matio[...]

PE-266/S SAFETY X7502026303 5 © 6/2014 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 protectio n Carburetor Adjustment - Idle spee[...]

6 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PE-266/S Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/o r safety precautions are not followed. Prope r clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical Condition Y our judgment and ph ysical dexte r it[...]

PE-266/S SAFETY X7502026303 7 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. The ignition components  of thi s machine generate an electromagnetic field  during opera tion which may interfere with some pacemakers.  To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operatin[...]

8 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PE-266/S All over head electrical conductors and com munications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against el ectrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may resul t. Do not operate this product indoors or in inade[...]

PE-266/S EMISSION CONTRO L (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) X7502026303 9 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. ◆ AL W A YS stop engine, disconnect spark plug, a nd make sure all mo ving par ts hav e come to a complete stop bef ore removing obstru[...]

10 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION PE-266/S DESCRIPTION Locate the saf ety decal(s) on your unit. Mak e sure the decal(s) is legib le and that you understand an d follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a ne w one can be ordered from y our ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING instru ctions f or specific inf or mation. 1 [...]

PE-266/S DESCRIPTION X7502026303 11 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. 1. PO WER HEAD - Includes the Engine , Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Star ter . 2. THR OTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This le ver must be held during star ting. Operation of the throttle trigger is pre vented unless th rottle tr igger loc kout le ver is engaged. 3. ST OP SWITCH - ?[...]

12 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS PE-266/S CONTENTS The ECHO product y ou purchased has been factory pre-a ssemb led for y our conv enience . Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assemb ly ma y be necessar y . After opening the car ton, chec k for damage . Immediately not ify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of d amage[...]

PE-266/S ASSEMBLY X7502026303 13 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY Drive Shaft/Power Head 1. Stand pow er head upr ight on a le v el surface . 2. Loosen the driv e shaft clamp bolt (A) at engine drive shaft clamp . 3. Remov e dust cap if necessary , and carefully fit driv e shaft assembly to eng ine making sure that inner dr iv e shaft engages into clut[...]

14 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY PE-266/S 4. Secure ignition leads behind air filter case with clip (H). 5. Install air filter and co ver . Support Handle 1. If necessary , position suppor t handle f or comf or table operation and secu rely tighten screws . Note: Label shows minim um spacing f or suppor t handle location. H M I N S P A C[...]

PE-266/S OPERATION X7502026303 15 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo re removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicin[...]

16 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PE-266/S • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when t he engine is HOT or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fil l fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spil [...]

PE-266/S OPERATION X7502026303 17 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engin e starts, and could result in possible serious injury.  Keep mov able parts of the attachment away from objects that could be come entangled or thrown, and surface s that could cause loss of control. 1. Stop Switch Mo[...]

18 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PE-266/S Starting Warm Engine The star ting procedure is the same as Cold Star t e xcept DO NO T close the choke , and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. The attachment should not move at id le, otherwise serious personal injury may resu lt. Note: If attachment mo ves , readjust carbu[...]

PE-266/S OPERATION X7502026303 19 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. 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 away from yo ur face and body. 1. Bef ore edging, wat[...]

20 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PE-266/S MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo re removing obstructions, clearing debris, or serv[...]

PE-266/S MAINTENANCE X7502026303 21 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. * Replacement is recomme nded based on the finding of dama ge or wear during inspection. Air Filter Level 1 1. Close choke (Cold Start P osition [ ]). This prev ents dir t from entering the carbureto r throat when the air filter is remov ed. Brush accumulated dir t from air cleaner area. 2. Re[...]

22 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PE-266/S Note: F ederal EP A regulations require all model y ear 2012 and later gasoline p owered engines p roduced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When ser vicing model y ear 2012 and later equipment, onl[...]

PE-266/S MAINTENANCE X7502026303 23 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. 1. Remov e spark plug lead. 2. Remov e air cleaner cov er . 3. Remov e muffler cov er (A). 4. Remov e engine cov er (B). DO NO T use a metal scraper to remo ve dir t from the cylinder fins . 5. Use brush to remov e dir t from the cylinder fins. 6. Remov e grass and lea ves from the g r id betw[...]

24 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PE-266/S Exhaust P ort Cleaning Level 2 1. Remov e spark plug lead from spark plug, and remov e engine co ver . 2. Place piston at top dead cen ter . Remov e muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder e xhaust por t. Ne ver use a met al tool [...]

PE-266/S MAINTENANCE X7502026303 25 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. Note: Ev er y unit is run at the factory and the carb uretor is set in compliance with emission regulations . Carburet or adjustments, other than idle speed, must be p erformed by an authorize d ECHO dealer . 1. Check id le speed and reset if necessar y . If a tachometer is av ailab le, idle s[...]

26 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PE-266/S Blade Replacement Level 1. Note: Replace b lade when it is bent, damaged, or worn shor ter than 6 inches. 1. Remov e split pin (A). 2. Align hole in inner b lade adapter (B) with notch in gear housing, and inser t loc king tool (G) to pre vent PT O shaft (C) from rotating. 3. Remov e L.H. blad[...]

PE-266/S TROUBLESHOOTING X7502026303 27 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flamm able and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug nea r cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TR OUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy En[...]

28 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. STORAGE PE-266/S STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and s urrounding 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 Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store y ou[...]

PE-266/S SPECIFICATIONS X7502026303 29 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PE-266, PE-266S Length (PE-266) 1760 mm (69.3 in.) Length (PE-266S) 1782 mm (70.16 in.) Width (PE-266) 250 mm (9.85 in.) Width (PE-266S) 254 mm (10.0 in.) Height (PE-266) 315 mm (12.4 in.) Height (PE-266S) 335 mm (13.19 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head (PE-266) 6.61 kg ([...]

30 X7502026303 © 6/2014 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS PE-266/S WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in materia l and workmanshi[...]

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