Echo POWER EDGER PE-280 User Manual

WARNING Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im-properly and/or safety precautions are not followed.

105. Tighten two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) securely.ABBABCDCDthrottle lInkage and IgnItIon leads1. Close choke and remove air lter cover.2.

Power edgeroPerator's Manual11NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor p

12Handling Fuel WARNINGFuel is VERY ammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result.• Use an app

Power edgeroPerator's Manual13startIng cold engIne WARNINGe attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in po

14startIng warm engIneThe starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open

Power edgeroPerator's Manual15operatIng technIques WARNINGEngine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing

16Your ECHO edger is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your edger achieve that goal. If

Power edgeroPerator's Manual17aIr fIlterLevel 1.Parts required: REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (cold start position). Th

18spark plugLevel 2.Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANTUse only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other-wise severe engine damage

Power edgeroPerator's Manual19exhaust systemSpark Arrestor ScreenLevel 2.Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove mufer cover

2Copyright© 2013 By Echo, IncorporatedAll Rights Reserved.IntroductIonWelcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to

20Exhaust Port CleaningLevel 2.Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover. 2. Place

Power edgeroPerator's Manual21Level 2.Parts required: NoneNOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli-ance with

22blade replacement/lubrIcatIonLevel 1.Parts Required: ECHO® LUBETM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease, Blade P/N 69601552632, split p

Power edgeroPerator's Manual23troubleshootIng DANGERFuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignitio

24storage WARNINGDuring operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris

Power edgeroPerator's Manual25specIfIcatIonsMODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PE-280Length -----------------------------

26ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITYECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warrant

Power edgeroPerator's Manual27PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES

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Power edgeroPerator's Manual3safetymanual safety symbols and Important InformatIonThroughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd

4Physical ConditionYour judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick,

Power edgeroPerator's Manual5 WARNINGDo not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous

6 WARNINGMoving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. • ALWAYS stop

Power edgeroPerator's Manual7145678923Shaft DecaldescrIptIonLocate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that y

81. POWER HEAD - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter.2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever m

Power edgeroPerator's Manual9assembly Parts Required: Power head, Drive Shaft AssemblydrIve shaft/power head1. Stand power head upright on a le