10 
Maintenance
WARNING
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.
Your ECHO product is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help 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
skill levels
Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.
Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.
maintenance intervals
Component | Maintenance Procedure | Skill Level | Interval |
Drive Shaft | Grease | 1 | Every 25 hours of use [1] |
Gear Housing | Grease | 1 | Every |
Screws/Nuts/Bolts | Inspect/Tighten/Replace | 1 | Before Each Use |
Blades | Lubrication | 1 | Every |
Blades | Sharpen | 2 | As needed |
Blades | Tighten Screws/Nuts | 1 | Every 40 hours of use |
IMPORTANT - Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.
[1] Apply POWER BLENDXTM Grease.
lubrication
Blades
Level 1
Tools Required: Clean rag, brush , oil can
Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication),