Echo PE-266/S specifications Lubrication, Gear Housing, Drive Shaft

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PE-266/S

MAINTENANCE

 

 

Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer.

1.Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counterclockwise to decrease idle speed.

A

When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

Lubrication

Level 1.

Parts

POWER BLENDXTM 8 oz. or Lithium Base

Required:

Grease.

Note: Your debris shield may appear different than the debris shield shown.

Gear Housing

1.Remove plug (A) and add grease to gear housing. Do not over-fill.

2.Replace plug and tighten securely.

B

A

C

Drive Shaft

1.Loosen two (2) screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.

2.Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with a thin coating [15 ml (1/2 oz.)] of grease.

3.Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing. DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable.

4.Install the gear housing and shield assembly. Align locating screw hole with hole in drive shaft housing.

5.Tighten screws securely.

B

A

C

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