Echo PPT-230 User Manual
POWER PRUNER
TM
Power Pruner
TM
Operator's Manual
MODEL: PPT-230
Serial Number 05001001 - 05999999
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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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.
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. 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.
THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe
place for future refenence. It contains specifications and information for
operation, starting, stopping, maintenance, storage, and assembly
specific to this product.
THE SAFETY MANUAL
Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe
place for future refenence. It explains possible hazards involved with
the use of Power PrunerTM and what measures you should take to make
their use safer.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ...............................................................2
- The Operator's Manual........................................2
- The Safety Manual .............................................2
Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information .. 3
Safety .........................................................................3
- Decals ................................................................. 3
- International Symbols......................................... 4
Safety Instructions .................................................... 4
- Personal Condition and Safety Equipment .........4
- Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions ............5
- Equipment ...........................................................5
- Safe Operation .................................................... 6
- Kickback .............................................................6
Emission Control........................................................ 7
Description ................................................................ 7
- Contents .............................................................7
Specifications........................................................... 10
Assembly ................................................................. 11
- Drive Shaft/Power Head ................................... 1 1
- Cutting Attachment to Drive Shaft Installation 11
- Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads................. 12
- Saw Chain Tension Adjustment ....................... 13
Pre-Operation ........................................................... 13
- Fuel ................................................................... 13
- Lubricating the Guide Bar and Saw Chain ........ 1 4
- Adjusting Automatic Oiler................................ 15
Copyright© 2003 By Echo, Incorporated
All Rights Reserved.
Operation ................................................................. 15
- Starting Cold Engine ......................................... 15
- Starting Warm Engine....................................... 1 6
- Stopping Engine ............................................... 17
- Pruning Techniques ......................................... 17
Maintenance ............................................................ 18
- Skill Levels ........................................................ 18
- Maintenance Intervals ......................................18
- Air Filter ............................................................ 19
- Fuel Filter .......................................................... 19
- Spark Plug......................................................... 2 0
- Cooling System Cleaning.................................. 2 0
- Exhaust System................................................. 2 1
- Carburetor Adjustment ..................................... 22
- Guide Bar and Saw Chain Replacement ............ 2 3
- Filing Saw Chain ............................................... 24
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 25
Storage..................................................................... 26
Servicing Info rmation............................................... 2 8
- Parts.................................................................. 28
- Service ..............................................................28
- ECHO Consumer Product Support.................... 28
- Warranty Card .................................................. 2 8
- Additional or Replacement Manuals ................ 28
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.
POWER PRUNER
TM
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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.
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
IMPORTANT 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.
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NOTE
SAFETY
DECALS
Locate these safety decals on your unit. 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.
Shaft Coupling
Hot Decal (near muffler)
P/N 89016006361
P/N 89016022660
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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
Read and understand
Operator's Manual.
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
Fuel and oil mixture
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
DO NOT allow
flames or sparks
near fuel.
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
Wear slip resistant
foot wear.
Wear eyes, ears and
head protection
Hot
Surface
Safety/Alert
Avoid all power
lines. This unit is not
insulated against
electrical current.
Keep bystanders at
least 15 meters
(50 feet) away.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL
CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Finger Severing
Wear hand
protection. Use
two handed.
DO NOT smoke
near fuel.
Do not operate clos-
er than 15 M (50 ft.)
from electrical
hazards.
Plan retreat path
from falling
objects.
Emergency stop
Chain lubrication
Carburetor adjustment
- Low speed mixture
Carburetor adjustment
- Idle speed
Choke Control
"Cold Start"
Position
(Choke Closed)
Ignition
ON/OFF
Primer bulb
Carburetor adjustment
- High speed mixture
Choke Control
"Run"
Position
(Choke Open)
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Power PrunerTM users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power PrunerTM is used improperly and or safety
precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power PrunerTM.
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
Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the Power PrunerTM.
Face and Head Protection
When trimming overhead, always wear head protection
meeting ANSI Z89.1 or CE requirements with a full face
shield. Head protection with full face shield will help
protect you from falling branches and debris.
Hand Protection
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your
grip on the Power Pruner handles. Gloves also reduce the
transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
Hearing Protection
ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever
unit is used.
Proper Clothing
Wear snug fitting, durable protective clothing; chain saw
safety pants or chaps are recommended.
• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,
• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY.
Wear sturdy protective safety shoes or boots with nonskid soles;
• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
POWER PRUNER
TM
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.
• 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
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.
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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.
• Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition
and rest your hands.
• Reduce the speed and force with which
you do the repetitive movement.
• Do exercises to strengthen the hand and
arm muscles.
• Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel
tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers,
hands, wrists, or arms. The sooner RSI/
CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be
prevented.
EQUIPMENT
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Serious injury may result from the use of non-approved guide bar and saw chain combinations. 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. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual.
• Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten
and/or replace as needed.
• Inspect fuel lines, tank, and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO
NOT operate unit if leaks are found.
Guide Bar and Saw Chain
• Check that the cutting attachment, guide bar, and saw chain is firmly
attached and in safe operating condition.
• Use only one Echo-approved extension on the pruner.
• Do not hit rocks, stones, tree stumps, and other foreign objects with
the saw chain.
• Do not cut into the ground with the saw chain.
• If cutting attachment end strikes an obstruction, stop engine immediately and inspect saw chain for damage.
• Do not operate with a dull, fractured, or discolored saw chain.
• Remove all foreign objects from work area.
• Always cover the guide bar and saw chain with guide bar cover
during transportation and for storage.
• Keep exhaust area clear of flammable
debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
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SAFE
OPERATION
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All overhead 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.
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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 operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual,
and instructions for safe operation.
• Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical
current.
Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
• Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect
against falling branches and debris.
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
ground or out of an approved bucket lift.
• Always evaluate the branches to be
pruned for hazards such as loose dead
branches, which may fall and strike the
operator or helpers. Remove hazards
before pruning.
• Plan retreat path from falling objects.
• Cut branches bounce when striking
ground.
• Check that shoulder harness is adjusted
for safe, comfortable operation.
• Turn the Power Pruner
from tree to tree.
• Avoid any contact with saw chain.
TM
only from the
TM
off when moving
Keep A Firm Grip
• Grip Power PrunerTM with both hands with thumbs and fingers
encircling the handle, and shaft tube.
KICKBACK
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Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the Power PrunerTM and result in serious injury to the operator or
any one standing close by. Hold the Power PrunerTM firmly with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the
front and rear handles. Be aware of the down-and-outward path the pruner will take after the cut is made.
Kickback may occur when the moving saw chain at the nose or tip of
the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut. In some cases this may cause a
lightning-fast reverse action, kicking the guide bar and saw chain up
and back, or down and back, towards the operator. Either of these
reactions may cause the operator to lose control of the Power PrunerTM,
which could result in serious personal injury.
With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the
element of surprise which contributes to accidents.
Avoid contact of the guide bar tip with any object while the saw chain
is moving.
Cut only wood. Avoid striking concrete, metal, wire, or other obstructions which could cause kickback or damage to the saw chain.
If the saw chain does strike a foreign object, immediately stop the
engine, inspect and repair the Power PrunerTM if necessary.
POWER PRUNER
TM
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
EMISSION CONTROL
EPA Phase 2
The emission control system for these engines are EM (Engine
Modification).
An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an
EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine FAMILY).
PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY
The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the
engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures
are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
ENGINE FAMILY: 3EHXS.0234EA DISPLACEMENT: 22.8 cc
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD: 300 Hours
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH 2 EMISSION
REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINE. REFER
TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
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DESCRIPTION
Due to packaging restriction the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly.
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
__ Power Head
__ Drive Shaft Assembly
__ Cutting Attachment W/ Guide Bar and Saw Chain
__ Plastic Bag
__ Operator's Manual
__ Safety Manual
__ Warranty Registration Card
__ Warranty Statement
__ T-Wrench (combination screwdriver/spark plug socket)
__ 3 mm hex wrench
__ 4 mm hex wrench
__ Safety Glasses
__ Echo Power Blend TM 2-stroke oil sample
__ Shoulder Harness
__ Guide Bar Cover
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POWER PRUNER
TM
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter.
2. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration press trigger gradually
for best operating technique.
3. SHOULDER HARNESS - An adjustable strap that suspends the unit from the operator.
4. CUTTING ATTACHMENT - Sealed, gear ratio is 1.5:1 reduction.
5. CUTTING SHOE - Used to capture and stabilize branch while cutting. Place cutting shoe against branch, accelerate
and lower saw chain into branch.
6. GUIDE BAR - 254 mm (10 in.) guide bar w/chain tensioner.
7. SAW CHAIN - 91 VS 9.53 mm (3/8 in.) low profile Oregon® saw chain. Runs approximately 609.6 m/min. (2000 ft/min)
at full throttle.
8. AUTOMATIC OILER ASSEMBLY - Self oiling. Use high quality, low viscosity, non detergent bar and chain oil.
9. LOWER SHAFT TUBE - Durable fiberglass mesh housing.
10. STOP SWITCH - Mounted on top of handle assembly. Move switch forward to run, back to stop.
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11. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depressed before throttle trigger can be operated.
12. REAR HANDLE ASSEMBLY - Sturdy handle for right hand placement. Includes stop switch and throttle trigger.
13. TOP GUARD - Protects arm from hot engine.
14. SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER -The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise
and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep
exhaust area clear of flammable debris.
15. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter.
16. FUEL TANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank opening.
17. RECOIL STARTER - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly. When engine starts
return handle slowly. DO NOT let handle snap back or damage will occur.
18. PRIMER BULB - Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carburetor for starting. Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an
additional 4 or 5 times.
19. AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY - Contains replaceable air filter element.
20. CHOKE - Located above air cleaner housing. Move lever to starting position ( ) (close choke) and back to run
position ( ) (open choke).
21. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.
22. GUIDE BAR COVER - Used to cover guide bar and saw chain during transport and storage. Remove guide bar
cover before using unit.
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