POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 1 Power Pruner Operator's Manual MODELS: PPT-2100 TYPE 1/1E Serial Number 503550 - 506999 PPT-2400 TYPE 1/1E Serial Number 505900 - 518599 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-thejob-dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 3 MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. 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.
DECALS Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL Guide Bar and Saw Chain WARNING 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 accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this unit. • Check that the cutting attachment, guide bar and saw chain is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.
PERSONAL CONDITION & SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Power Pruner users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Pruner is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Pruner. Physical Condition -Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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 OPERATION WARNING DANGER All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. Never touch wires directly or indirectly when pruning, otherwise serious injury or death may result.
Keep A Firm Grip • Grip Power Pruner with both hands with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handle, and lower shaft tube. 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 Power Pruner only from the ground or out of an approved bucket lift.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION/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 burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.
DESCRIPTION EMISSION CONTROL - Emissions Models Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly. The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). 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. IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY: TEH024UB24RA DISPLACEMENT: 23.6cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S.
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1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter. 2. REAR HANDLE ASSEMBLY - Sturdy handle for right hand placement. Includes stop switch and throttle trigger. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depressed before throttle trigger can be operated. 4. STOP SWITCH - Mounted on top of handle assembly. Move switch forward to run, back to stop. 5. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 13 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PPT-2100 PPT-2400 Length (Standard) 2286 mm (90.0 in.) 2743 mm (108.0 in.) Length (Extended) 3410 mm (134.25 in.) 3886 mm (153.0 in.) Width 222 mm (8.75 in.) 222 mm (8.75 in.) Height 229 mm (9.0 in.) 229 mm (9.0 in.) Weight (dry) 7.4 kg (16.3 lb.) 7.7 kg (16.9 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.268 in.) 34.0 mm (1.339 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.04 in.) 26.0 mm (1.04 in.) 21.
ASSEMBLY SHAFT TUBE / POWER HEAD Tools Required: T-wrench, 8-10 mm Wrench, Combination L-Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Shaft Tube Assembly; Cutting Attachment 1. Loosen bolt (A). B 2. Match square socket in engine shaft with square power transmission shaft (B) and slide together until engine rests against the machine surface of lower shaft tube housing coupler (C). A C 3. Rotate lower shaft tube housing to align engine and rear handle assembly in an upright position. ALIGN & PUSH 4.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 2. 15 Loosen center clamp knob (F) turning counter clockwise. F 3. Pull upper shaft tube (G) out of fiberglass lower shaft tube 127-152 mm (5-6 in.), then slide (G) back into fiberglass lower shaft tube exposing inner power transmission shaft (H). Align and join star shaped drive end of inner power transmission shaft (H) with cutting attachment shaft (I). H 4. Align ridges on upper shaft tube (G) with seams in cutting attachment. G G H 5.
B 4. Tighten the 10mm linkage nuts (E). 5. Check throttle for freedom of movement and make sure it returns to idle position. If the throttle linkage does not allow the carburetor throttle plate (C) to return to idle against idle screw (D), loosen linkage nuts; turn throttle linkage nut (E) counter clockwise until throttle plate (C) rests against idle screw (D). Hold linkage nut (E) from turning and tighten other linkage nut. E 6. Connect ground wire terminal under screw (F) on fan housing. 7.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 17 PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ R +2 M] gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. Two-Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard.
IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. S M 1 2 8 9 15 16 22 23 29 30 T 3 10 17 24 31 W T F S 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 14 18 19 20 21 25 26 27 28 AUTOMATIC OILING SYSTEM 1. Turn oil fill cap 450 counter clockwise and lift to remove. 2. Fill with a quality, low viscosity, guide bar and saw chain oil.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL DETERMINE OPERATION AREA • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and fellow workers in the 15 M (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protective equipment and clothing. 15 M (50 ft.) • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions such as overhead electrical lines or dead branches. • Spectators, children and animals must be prevented from coming nearer than 15 M (50 ft.) while the pruner is in use.
WARNING DANGER Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc. which could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting. Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 M (50 ft.) from starting area, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 4. Lay the pruner on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp rear handle grip and throttle lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires. 5.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Stop Switch - Stop. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. WARNING A DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using pruner again.
MAINTENANCE Your ECHO Power PrunerTM is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your pruner 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 help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your ECHO Service Dealer for repairs.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER FILTER KIT 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3. If element can be cleaned and reused, be certain it: -properly fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover.
SPARK PLUG Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7A (15901010630 - PPT-2100) NGK BPM-7Y (15901019630 - PPT-2400) 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 sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.). 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING Level 3. Parts Required: None.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 1. 2. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and throttle linkage end from the carburetor swivel. A Remove the four screws that retain the engine cover (A). Two at the top of the recoil starter, two on either side of the front. Lift the cover from the engine and lay to the front of the power pruner. NOTE The throttle linkage remains assembled to the engine cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. 3.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models Level 2. Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with HI (A) and LO (B) needle adjustment limiters that prevent settings outside acceptable limits. 1. Before adjusting the carburetor, clean or replace the air filter and spark arrester screen. 2.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 27 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Non Emissions Models NOTE If carburetor has limiter caps follow "Carburetor Adjustment" procedures for Emission models on previous page. Idle Speed Adjustment Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (C) CW (clockwise) until saw chain begins to turn, then turn screw out CCW (counter clockwise) until saw chain stops turning. Turn screw out, CCW an additional 1/4 turn.
GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING 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 Z87.1 specification. Guide Bar Replacement / Installation Level 3 • Loosen two (2) 11mm (7/16 in.) guide bar bolts (A) and relieve saw chain tension turning screw (B) counter clockwise. B • Remove sprocket cover.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 29 FILING SAW CHAIN 1 A Level 3. IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration and premature saw chain failure. 2 WARNING 1/5 DANGER Always stop engine and wear gloves when filing saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 3 1. Set round file (A) in cutter at 30° angle. One fifth (1/5) of the file should be exposed above top cutter edge. 2. Keep file horizontal in cutter and file in one direction. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine starts hard does not start Engine Cranks Cause Remedy Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Carburetor Clean Clean See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture is too rich Spark at end of plug wire No spark at end of plug wire Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Open choke Clean/replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your Echo dealer Turn switch on See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at pl
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL STORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result. 2. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. 3.
SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO Re Power Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find all three numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ Type No. ____________ SN.
SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL PART NUMBER 89865024661 (X7502301401) FOR MODELS: PPT-2100 S/N 507000 & UP PPT-2400 S/N 518000 & UP CUTTING ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The enclosed pages include important assembly and adjustment procedures for your new Power Pruner. Please replace original pages 10, 13 - 16, 18, and 29 in the Operator’s Manual with revised pages 10A, 13A - 16A, 18A and 29A for proper and safe operation.
10A DESCRIPTION EMISSION CONTROL - Emissions Models Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly. The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). 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.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 13A SPECIFICATIONS MODEL P P T -2 1 0 0 P P T -2 4 0 0 L e n g th ( S ta n d a rd ) 2 .2 6 m (7 ft., 5 i n .) 2 .7 4 m ( 9 ft.) L e n g th ( E xte n d e d ) 3 .4 1 m ( 1 1 ft., 2 .2 5 i n .) 3 .9 1 m ( 2 ft., 9 .7 5 i n .) L e n g th w /e xte n s i o n 5 .0 0 m (1 6 ft., 5 i n .) 5 .4 9 m ( 1 8 ft.) W i d th .2 2 m ( 8 .7 5 i n .) H e ig ht .2 3 m ( 9 .0 i n .) W e i g h t ( d ry) E n g i n e Typ e B o re S tro k e D i s p la c e m e n t 7 .4 k g (1 6 .
14A ASSEMBLY SHAFT TUBE / POWER HEAD Tools Required: 10x19mm (13/32x3/4in) T-wrench, 8x10 mm Wrench, Hex Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Shaft Tube Assembly; Cutting Attachment 1. Loosen bolt (A). C B 2. Match square socket in engine shaft with square power transmission shaft (B) and slide together until engine rests against the machine surface of lower shaft tube housing coupler (C). A 3. Rotate lower shaft tube housing to align engine and rear handle assembly in an upright position. 4.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 15A 2. Loosen center clamp knob (F) turning counter clockwise. 3. Pull upper shaft tube (G) out of fiberglass lower shaft tube 127-152 mm (5-6 in.), then slide (G) back into fiberglass lower shaft tube exposing inner power transmission shaft (H). Align and join star shaped drive end of inner power transmission shaft (H) with cutting attachment shaft (I). 4. Align ridges on upper shaft tube (G) with seams in cutting attachment. F H G G H 5.
16A 4. Tighten the 10mm linkage nuts (E). 5. Check throttle for freedom of movement and make sure it returns to idle position. If the throttle linkage does not allow the carburetor throttle plate (C) to return to idle against idle screw (D), loosen linkage nuts; turn throttle linkage nut (E) counter clockwise until throttle plate (C) rests against idle screw (D). Hold linkage nut (E) from turning and tighten other linkage nut. 6. Connect ground wire terminal under screw (F) on fan housing. B 7.
18A IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. S M 1 2 8 9 15 16 22 23 29 30 T 3 10 17 24 31 LUBRICATING THE GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN Automatic Oiling System 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.
POWER PRUNER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 29A GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING 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 Z87.1 specification. Guide Bar Replacement / Installation Level 3 Tools required: 10mm (13/32 in.) Socket, Screwdriver • Loosen two (2) 10mm (13/32 in.