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TM
Power Pruner Attachment
99944200530
Operator's Manual
Serial Number 001001 - 008665
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANCAIS
WARNING DANGER
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and
a Safety Manual for Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Trimmer. Those manuals
and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation, otherwise serious
personal injury may result.
89865124561
X7502302201
06/99
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2 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 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 for Pro Attachment Series power source or Sp
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IMPORTANT TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND 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 bystan
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4 DECALS Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate the decal. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions. If the decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO Dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. Shaft Tube INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape description/appl
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 5 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
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6 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER TM TM Power Pruner Attachment users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Pruner Attachment is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when TM operating a Power Pruner . Physical Condition -- Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: - if you are sick, - if you are taking medication, - if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 7 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. Determine
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8 Keep A Firm Grip • Grip unit with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the handle, and drive shaft housing. 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 unit only from the 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 operato
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 9 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
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10 DESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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 TM 1 - Power Pruner Attachment - Plastic Bag (co-pack) - Operators Manual - Safety Manual - Warranty Registration Card - Guide Bar Cover - Safety Glasses 5 6 1 3 4 2 7 9 8 1. GRIP, FRONT - Cushioned grip for left hand.
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS TM M O D E L P OW ER PR U N ER AT TACH M E NT Length 145.5 cm (57.25 in.) W idth 7.0 cm (2.75 in.) Height 1.27 cm (5.0 in.) W eight 2.0 kg (4.45 lbs.) S procket Type 6 tooth spur, 9.53 (3/8 in.) pitch D rive S haft 1/4 in. Flex C able G ear Reduction Ratio 1.5:1 O iling System Autom atic Handle Left foam grip G uide B ar and S aw C hain 254 m m (10 in.), 9.53 m m (3/8 in.) pitch Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material
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12 6. Secure lower drive shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob (E). E FRONT HANDLE REMOVAL Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: None 1. Remove four (4) screws, nuts and handle halves from pruner. 2. Loosely attach handle halves together and store handle assembly for later use. SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT Tools Required: 10 mm (13/32 in.) Wrench, Screwdriver A WARNING DANGER Always wear gloves when handling saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may resul
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PRE-OPERATION 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. NOTE The discharge volume of the automatic oiler is preset to deliver 3 to 4 cc/min. at normal operating RPM. During heavy or dry cutting conditions the oil discharge volume may be adjusted to assure adequate lubrication. Refill the
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14 OPERATION NOTE Refer to your Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Operator's Manual for correct engine fueling, starting and stop- ping instructions. PRUNING TECHNIQUES The Power Pruner™ Attachment is designed for light to medium trimming of limbs and branches up to 203 mm (8 in.) in diameter. Follow these tips for successful operation. CORRECT • Plan cut carefully. Check direction branch will fall. • Long branches should be removed in several pieces. • Do not stand directly benea
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MAINTENANCE Your ECHO Pruner attachment is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled mainte- nance will help your Pruner attachment 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
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16 LUBRICATION Drive Shaft (Lower) Level 1 Tools Required: 8 mm Wrench, Screwdriver Parts Required: High Temperature automotive grease, Clean rag IMPORTANT Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high temperature automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can A result. 1. Loosen clamping knob (D). B 2. Pull locator pin (A) and rotate 1/4 turn counter clockwise to C lockout position. D 3. Remove lower drive shaft assembly. 4
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 17 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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 specification Z87.1. Guide Bar Replacement / Installation Level 3 Tools Required: 10 mm (13/32 in.) Wrench, Screwdriver • Remove two (2) 10 mm (13/32 in.) guide bar nuts (A) and relieve sa
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18 FILING SAW CHAIN Level 3. Tools Required: 4.5 mm round File P/N 89751001130; Flat File P/N 89751100230; Depth Gauge P/N 89751400232 IMPORTANT Dull or damaged cutters will result in poor cutting performance, increased vibration and premature chain failure. WARNING DANGER Always stop engine and wear gloves when filing saw chain, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Set round file (A) in cutter at 30° angle. One fifth (1/5) of the file should be exposed above top cutter edge.
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TM POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 19 OPERATOR'S MANUAL NOTES
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SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS TM Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER 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 refer- ence, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ Type No. ____________ SN. __________ DEALER? SERVICE Service of this product duri
