Echo PPT-2620 User manual

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Operator’s Manual

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.

PPT-2620 / H

POWER PRUNERTM

Burn Hazard

The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may

become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and

muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may occur.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive

harm.

Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others

if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are

not followed. Echo provides an operator’s manual and a

safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper

and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents ........................................................................................ 2

Introduction ................................................................................................. 4

Servicing Information .................................................................................. 4

Parts/Serial Number ............................................................................ 4

Service................................................................................................. 4

Echo Consumer Product Support ........................................................ 5

Product Registration ............................................................................ 5

Additional or Replacement Manuals .................................................... 5

Safety .......................................................................................................... 5

Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ............................. 5

International Symbols .......................................................................... 6

Personal Condition and Safety Equipment .......................................... 8

Kickback............................................................................................. 12

Equipment.......................................................................................... 13

Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative) .............................................. 15

CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information................................. 15

Description ................................................................................................ 16

Contents.................................................................................................... 19

Assembly................................................................................................... 20

Drive Shaft/Handle Assembly ............................................................ 20

Cutting Attachment to Drive Shaft Installation ................................... 20

Saw Chain Adjustment....................................................................... 22

Operation .................................................................................................. 23

Fuel.................................................................................................... 23

Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain......................................... 26

Note: Very little visible oil on the saw chain will provide sufficient

lubrication. ......................................................................................... 27

Starting Cold Engine.......................................................................... 27

Starting Warm Engine........................................................................ 28

Stopping Engine ................................................................................ 30

Pruning Techniques ........................................................................... 31

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Maintenance ............................................................................................. 32

Skill Levels......................................................................................... 33

Maintenance Intervals ....................................................................... 33

Air Filter ............................................................................................. 34

Fuel Filter .......................................................................................... 35

Spark Plug......................................................................................... 36

Cooling System ................................................................................. 37

Exhaust System ................................................................................ 38

Carburetor Adjustment ...................................................................... 40

Lubrication......................................................................................... 42

Guide Bar and Saw Chain Replacement........................................... 43

Filing Standard Saw Chain ................................................................ 44

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 47

Storage ..................................................................................................... 48

Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)................................................... 48

Specifications ........................................................................................... 50

Product Registration ................................................................................. 52

Notes ........................................................................................................ 54

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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. Keep the manuals in a safe

place for future reference.

The operators manual contains specifications and information for safety,

operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.

Scan the QR codes throughout the operator’s manual for more information.

The safety manual explains possible hazards and the measures you should

take to insure safe operation.

SERVICING INFORMATION

Parts/Serial Number

Genuine ECHO 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

and Serial Number of the unit

with you. For future reference

write them in the space provided

below.

Model No. _________________

Serial No. _________________

Service

Service of this product during

the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service

Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer

nearest you, ask your retailer or call:

1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web

Site. www.echo-usa.com. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/

repairs, proof of purchase is required.

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Echo Consumer Product Support

If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application,

operation, or maintenance of this product, call the ECHO Consumer

Product Support Department at 1-800-673-1558 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

(Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please

know the model and serial number of your unit.

Product Registration

out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your

product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if

we find it necessary to contact you.

Additional or Replacement Manuals

Replacement Operator or Safety Manuals, and Parts

Catalogs, are available from your Authorized ECHO

Service Dealer, or at www.echo-usa.com, or by contacting

ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

(800-673-1558). Always check www.echo-usa.com for

updated information.

Safety Videos are available from your Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. A

$5.00 shipping charge is required for each video.

SAFETY

Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information

Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts

and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.

The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what

they mean to you.

The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER”

calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious

personal injury or death if not avoided.

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The safety alert symbol accompanied by the wrod “WARNING”

calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious

personal injury or death if not avoided.

The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION”

calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or

moderate personal injury if not avoided.

The enclosed message provides information necessary for the

protection of the unit.

Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and

maintenance of the unit.

CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL

This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited.

Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.

International Symbols

Symbol Description Symbol Description

Warning, See

Operator’s Manual

Carburetor Adjustment -

High Speed Mixture

Wear Eye, Ear and

Head Protection

Carburetor Adjustment -

Idle Speed

Wear Hand and Foot

Protection

Carburetor Adjustment -

Low Speed Mixture

Safety/Alert Emergency Stop

Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture

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Finger Severing

Do not operate closer

than 15 m (50 ft.) from

electrical hazard.

Avoid all power lines.

This unit is not insulated

against electrical

current.

Plan retreat path from

falling objects.

DO NOT Allow Flames

or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON / OFF

DO NOT Smoke Near

Fuel Primer Bulb

Choke Control “RUN”

Position (Choke Open)

Choke Control “COLD

START” Position (Choke

Closed)

Wear Slip Resistant

Footwear

Chain Lubrication

Do not operate closer

than 15 m (50 ft.) from

electrical hazards.

Keep bystanders at least

4.5 m (15 ft.) away.

Symbol Description Symbol Description

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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

operating unit.

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

Eye Protection

• Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements

must be worn whenever you operate the unit.

• For additional safety, a full-face shield may be worn over

safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp

branches or flying debris.

Hand Protection

Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the

handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold

environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your

hands.

Hearing/Ear Protection

ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.

Breathing Protection

Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens

may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while

operating unit. Dust masks can provide protection against dust, plant debris,

and other plant matter such as pollen. Make sure the mask does not impair

your vision, and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions.

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Proper Clothing

Wear snug-fitting, durable clothing:

• Pants should have long legs, shirts should have long sleeves.

• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS.

• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or

hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or

surrounding growth.

• Keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in.

Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles:

• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES.

• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.

Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net.

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.

The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic

field during operation, 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 operating this

machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not

recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a

pacemaker.

Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions

Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may result in

injury. Read and follow all safety and operation instructions to

minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow instructions may result

in painful wrist/hand/arm injuries.

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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.

• Keep your body warm, especially

the head, neck, feet, ankles,

hands, and wrists.

• Maintain good blood circulation by

performing vigorous arm

exercises during frequent work

breaks, and also by not smoking.

• Limit the hours of operation. Try to

fill each day with jobs where

operating the unit or other hand-

held power equipment is not

required.

• If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of the fingers followed

by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before further

exposing yourself to cold and vibration.

Repetitive Stress Injuries

(RSI)

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 put

you at a high risk for developing a

Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An

extreme RSI condition is Carpal

Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which

could occur when your wrist swells

and squeezes a vital nerve that runs

through the area. Some believe that

prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS. CTS can cause

severe pain for months or even years.

To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following:

• Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted position. Instead try

to maintain a straight wrist position. Also, when grasping, use your whole

hand, not just the thumb and index finger.

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