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Echo PE-280 specifications Operation, Support Handle, Fuel

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OPERATION

OPERATION	PE-280

6.Gather ignition wires and position behind air filter case.

7.Install air filter and cover.

Support Handle

1.Position support handle in comfortable operating position and tighten screws.

Note: Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location.

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OPERATION

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.

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can can create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.

Fuel

Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine components.

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Echo PE-280 specifications Operation, Support Handle, Fuel

Contents

Operator’s Manual Burn HazardPE-280 Power Edger PE-280 TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS Drive Shaft/Power HeadWarranty Registration The Safety ManualService INTRODUCTIONAdditional or Replacement Manuals SAFETYSAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important InformationPE-280 International SymbolsSAFETY Eye Protection Personal Condition and Safety EquipmentPhysical Condition Hand ProtectionSAFETY Vibration and ColdRepetitive Stress Injuries PE-280Clear the Work Area EquipmentRead the Manuals Keep a Firm GripEMISSION CONTROL EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVEEPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance PeriodHot Label DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION Shaft LabelDESCRIPTION PE-280PE-280 CONTENTSCONTENTS ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLYDrive Shaft/Power Head Throttle Linkage and Ignition LeadsSupport Handle OPERATIONOPERATION FuelPE-280 Fuel RequirementsHandling Fuel OPERATIONOPERATION Starting Cold EngineAfter use PE-280OPERATION Starting Warm EnginePE-280 Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in theNote If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure Stopping EngineOperation Techniques OPERATIONBefore edging, be sure to read and understand the entire PE-280OPERATION Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTESLevel Air FilterFuel Filter MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE Spark PlugCooling System PE-280MAINTENANCE Exhaust SystemSpark Arrestor Screen PE-280Engine Break-In Carburetor AdjustmentExhaust Port Cleaning High Altitude OperationDrive Shaft Gear HousingLubrication MAINTENANCEPE-280 Blade ReplacementMAINTENANCE LevelPE-280 TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTING Long Term Storage Over 30 Days STORAGESTORAGE PE-280PE-280 SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS MODELECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR WARRANTY STATEMENTSWARRANTY STATEMENTS PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS WARRANTY STATEMENTSPURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BYLake Zurich, IL ECHO, INCORPORATED400 Oakwood Road