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The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover

may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of ex-

haust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal in-

jury 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.

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.

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Page 1 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.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 ................
Page 3 Edger Blade Replacement..............44 Troubleshooting ..................45 Storage ..................... 47 Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)........... 47 Storage Hook Installation ..............48 Specifications ................... 49 ECHO Optional Attachments............. 50 Product Registration ................. 52 Notes ......................54 X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 4: Introduction
PAS-225 VP INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manu- factured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. Read and under- stand this manual and the safety manual. Keep the manuals in a safe place for future reference.
Page 5: Echo Consumer Product Support
Register your ECHO equipment on-line at www.echo-usa.com or by filling 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.
Page 6: International Symbols
Warning, See Adjustment - High Operator’s Manual Speed Mixture Wear Eye, Ear Carburetor and Head Adjustment - Idle Protection Speed Carburetor Wear Hand and Adjustment - Low Foot Protection Speed Mixture Safety / Alert Emergency Stop X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 7 Primer Bulb Near Fuel Choke Control Choke Control “COLD START” “RUN” Position Position (Choke (Choke Open) Closed) Keep Feet Away Rotating Cutting From Blade Attachment Thrown Objects Wear Face Shield Wear Slip Resistant Finger Severing Footwear X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 8: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment
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. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 9 Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold envi- ronments, 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.
Page 10 In the ab- sence 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 inju- ry.
Page 11 Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 12: Equipment
ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attach- ments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual. X7732274200...
Page 13 If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 15: Description
Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. X7732274200...
Page 16 14. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST 15. FUEL TANK 16. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE 17. FUEL TANK CAP 18. PURGE BULB 19. CHOKE 20. AIR CLEANER 21. SPARK PLUG 22. WHEEL 23. BLADE 24. DEBRIS SHIELD / FLAP X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 17: Contents
Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. 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. ____1 Power Head with Upper Drive Shaft Assembly...
Page 18: Nylon Line Head Installation
Assemble adapter plate (C) onto PTO shaft (A). Nylon Line Head Installation Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: Cutoff knife is sharp. ◆ Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. ◆ X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 19: To Advance Trimmer Line
Note: Your nylon line head may appear different than nylon line head shown. To Advance Trimmer Line See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement. Note: To advance trimmer line, tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 20: Remove Nylon Line Head
Note: Earlier model power heads may have shorter couplings. Note: Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 21: Support Handle Installation
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 po- sition unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 22: Fuel
13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. Echo brand 2-stroke oils meet these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345-FD certified oil, such as Echo brand 2-stroke oils, will void the two- stroke engine warranty. X7732274200...
Page 23 PAS-225 VP OPERATION Echo brand 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result.
Page 24: Operation With Blades
Metal Blade Weed Blade Grass/Weed Blade Support Handle, w/ or w/ U-Handle or Support U-Handle or Support o Barrier Bar Handle w/Barrier Bar Handle w/Barrier Bar Shield w/cutoff knife Shield w/cutoff knife Shield w/o cutoff knife X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 25: Blade Selection
Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick-out and injury to yourself and bystanders. Plastic/Nylon Grass/Weed Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 26 During blade operation, the same fatigue reduction is achieved. Safety to the operator is also enhanced by reducing the possibility of blade contact with the operator's hands and feet by restricting trimmer movement. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 27: Edger Operation Techniques
Hold edger as shown. Before edging, be sure to read and understand the entire Oper- ator's Manual to avoid serious injury. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 28: Starting Cold Engine
The attachment will operate immediately when the engine 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 surfaces that could cause loss of control. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 29 Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN” position after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip throttle handle and support handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 30: Starting Warm Engine
Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle trig- ger lockout with left hand. Rap- idly pull recoil starter handle/ rope (D) until engine fires. Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 31: Stopping Engine
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, we recommend that you take your unit to an ECHO Servicing Dealer for maintenance.
Page 32: Maintenance Intervals
MAINTENANCE PAS-225 VP Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit for information on Maintenance Kits. Maintenance Intervals REQ’D MAINTENANCE COMPONENT/SYSTEM SKILL PROCEDURE LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Clean* Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean* Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope...
Page 33: Air Filter
Level 1. Parts Required: Tune up Kit Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 34: Spark Plug
DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. Adjust spark plug gap by bend- 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) ing outer electrode. Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf•cm (130-150 in•lbf). Cooling System Level 2. Parts Required: None. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 35 Removal of cooling passage block- ages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of main- tenance is not warranted. Remove spark plug lead. Remove air cleaner cover (A) and engine cover (B). X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 36: Exhaust System
Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Remove spark plug lead and engine cover. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 37 Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield Remove spark plug lead and engine cover. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 38: Carburetor Adjustment
1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 39: Lubrication
Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Drive Shaft Upper Loosen clamping knob (A) Pull locater pin (B) and rotate ¼ turn counterclockwise to lock- out position. Remove attachment. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 40 Install and tighten set screw (D), and tighten clamping screw (C). Gear Housing Clean all loose debris from gear case. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. Add grease if necessary. DO NOT over-fill. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 41: Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions
However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. Press top of locking tabs (A) on ® both sides of Speed Feed head to release cover (B) from eyelet carrier (C). Remove cover from eyelet carrier. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 42: Nylon Line Replacement
Hold trimmer head while turn- ing knob clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 13 cm (5 in.) of each line remains exposed. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 43: Sharpening Metal Blades
A blade that is not balanced will cause unsafe handling due to vibration and can result in blade failure. File each tooth at a 30 degree angle a specific number of times, e.g., 4 strokes per tooth. Work your way around the blade until all teeth are sharp. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 44: Edger Blade Replacement
(G) to prevent PTO shaft (C) from rotating. Remove L.H. blade nut (D) by turning clockwise. Remove outer blade adapter (E), and blade (F). Install and center blade (F) on inner blade adapter (B). X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 45: Troubleshooting
- Inter- See your Echo wire lock switch dealer Incorrect gap - Adjust to 0.65mm Covered with (0.026 in.) Spark at No spark carbon - Fouled plug with fuel - Plug Clean or replace defective plug X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 46 During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surround- ing cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flam- mable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 47: Storage
10. Install the spark plug. Storage Hook Installation Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 48 SPECIFICATIONS PAS-225 VP SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PAS-225 Value Pack Length 1010 mm (39.7 in.) Width 246 mm (9.7 in.) Height 235 mm (9.2 in.) Weight (dry) 3.75 kg (8.2 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)
Page 49: Specifications
Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this man- ual and attachment manual. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting de- vices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units.
Page 50: Echo Optional Attachments
Trimmer 99944200540 Rapid Loader™ Trimmer 99944200610 Rapid Loader™ Curved Shaft Trimmer 99944200615 Pro-Torque Trimmer 99944200545 0.91 m (3.0 ft.) Extension* 99944200535 * For use with: Articulating Hedge Trimmer, Hedge Trimmer, and Power Pruner™ Attachments ONLY. X7732274200 © 5/2017 ECHO Inc.
Page 51 Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
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