Echo PROTHATCH 99944200563 User's Manual
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1. St Augustine Floratam Pers ley or Zoysia varieties The dethatcher tines will damage delicate interconnected root systems of these grass varieties Dethatching Operation 1 Operate dethatcher in straight rows changing direction from row to row as shown If thatch is very dense a second dethatching opera tion may be required and should be performed 90 to the original pattern to assure best results Hold unit in a comfortable position engage throttle trigger to full and allow dethatcher tines to pull forward over the ground For heavy thatch removal gently pull back against dethatching rotation to allow the tines to fully penetrate and remove thatch IMPORTANT Do not remove grass guide attached to the gear housing to achieve deeper tine engagement The guide prevents tines from penetrat ing too deeply into the ground which can cause the dethatcher to bounce during operation and cause uneven thatch removal PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 1 3 OPERATOR S MANUAL MAINTENANCE A 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 attachment is designed to provide ma2. to an act or condi tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or IMPORTANT death if not avoided The enclosed message provides information neces sary for the protection of the unit CAUTION The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form shape Symbol form shape descriptionapplleation Symbol form shape Symbol form shape Read and under O Fuel and oil Keep feet away stand Operator s mixture from rotaing at Thrown objects Manual tachment Wear eyes ears Hot gt x and head protec Surface Enone enone z Primer tion control bulb DO NOT smoke Carburetoradjust Emergency stop ment near fuel Siow spesa Ignition mixture ON OFF Wear hand DO NOT allow Carburetor adjust protection Use flames or sparks Carburetor adjust ment two handed near fuel ment High speed Idle speed mixture 7 a sy Wear slip resis fant foot wear Safety Alert Keep bystanders and helpers aie pare away 15 m 50 ft 4 MECHO PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT A WARNING ProThatch users risk injury to themselves and others if the ProThatch attachment is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating the ProThatch attach ment Failure to do so can result in seri
3. 1 800 673 1558 Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 from 8 30 8 30 4 30 Mon Fri C S T am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION You may register your Echo equipment using the warranty registration card or register on line at www echo usa com Registering provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you www echo usa com ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT MANUALS Safety Manuals in English Spanish or English French are available free of charge from your ECHO dealer or at www echo usa com Operator s and Parts Manuals are available by Downloading free from www echo usa com e Purchasing from your Echo Dealer e Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit part number of the manual your name and address and mail to the address below Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer A 5 00 shipping charge will be required for each video MECHO ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwoop Roap LAKE Zurich IL 60047 1564 WWW ECHO USA COM S08300001001 S08300999999
4. MECHO ProThatch Attachment Operator s Manual Model 99944200563 MODELS USED ON SRM 260SB 261SB PAS 2400 PAS 230 231 PAS 260 261 PAS 265 A WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides an Opera tor s Manual with your original Pro Attachment Series power source or Split Boom Trimmer That manual and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation Failure to do so can result in serious injury X770001301 X7702093501 03 09 2 MECHO 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 included with your attachment You will find this manual easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages THE OPERATOR S MANUAL contains specifications and information for operation starting MECHA stopping maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Prothatch Atachmen TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Operation The Operator s Manual Maintenance Skill Levels Maintenance Intervals Lubrication Tine Replacement Storage Specifications Servicing Information Assembly Parts Serial Number Fender Wheel Assembly to Service Lower Shaft Assembly ECHO Customer Assistance Lower Drive Shaft Assembly to Warranty Card Dethatcher Assembly Additional or Replacement Manuals Front J Handle Assembly
5. Power Head Shaft to Lower Shaft Assembly Fender Wheel Assembly Adjustment Front J Handle Adjustment Manual Safety Symbols amp Important Information 3 International Symbols Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Equipment Description Contents Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment Copyright 2009 By Echo Incorporated All Rights Reserved PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT OPERATOR S MANUAL SAFETY 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 The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word This symbol means the specific action DANGER calls attention to an act or condition shown is prohibited Ignoring these prohi which WILL lead to serious personal injury or bitions can result in serious or fatal injury death if not avoided A DANGER S CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL NOTE A WARNING This enclosed message provides tips for use care and The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word maintenance of the unit WARNING calls attention
6. Tighten J Handle bracket bolts A 11 12 MECHO OPERATION A 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 NOTE e Refer to your Pro Attachment Series or Split Boom Operator s Manuals for correct engine fueling starting and stopping instructions Dethatching Information Thatch is a normal buildup of grass and leaf clippings around the base of grass stems Excessive thatch prevents air wa ter and nutrients from reaching the root system increasing the probability of lawn disease from mold spore and insects When excessive thatch is removed air water nutrients and pesticides are allowed to keep your lawn healthy promoting denser greener grass In most areas some thatch approximately 6 13 mm 0 25 0 50 in is healthy for soil water reten tion Never remove all thatch from your lawn Contact your local government agriculture agency for best dethatching practice for your lawn type and area Dethatching is recommended in early spring and late summer to allow grass to fill in low density areas of your lawn Dethatching should also be performed at regular intervals throughout spring and summer Dethatching is not recommended for grasses that have above ground root systems such as
7. and protective covers are properly assembled to unit e NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running Moving parts may not be visible through openings PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 7 OPERATOR S MANUAL DESCRIPTION Locate this safety decal on your attachment Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If it cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information j P N 89016025560 8 FLEXIBLE DRIVE CABLE Cable end fits into drive shaft coupler of Pro Attachment Series or Split Boom mod els Lubricate drive cable every 25 hours with high temperature automotive grease FENDER WHEEL ASSEMBLY Consists of pre assembled wheels wheel bracket fender and rubber flap For best results wheels should be adjusted for 13 mm 0 5 in ground clearance and are intended to provide operational stability over uneven ground FENDER RUBBER FLAP Provides operator protection against thrown thatch rocks and other debris Always insure that fender and flap are in place and in good condition before operating Pro Thatch Attachment LOWER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Included separately in the carton and must be assembled to the dethatcher gear housing assembly Contains flexible drive cable outer shaft housing and safety decal DETHATCHER GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY Right and left reels pre assembled to gear housing DETHATCHER REELS Detha
8. bly Assemble handle parts with fasteners and store in a safe place for future application with other attachments 2 Remove two 2 J Handle bracket bolts A with 10 mm wrench 3 Install J Handle assembly with handle grip on the left side viewed from the operator s position onto the upper drive shaft Lightly snug bolts A to temporarily hold handle in place 9 10 MECHO POWER HEAD SHAFT TO LOWER SHAFT ASSEMBLY Tools Required None Parts Required PAS or SRM SB Power Head w Shaft amp Coupling 1 Set Power Head Shaft Assembly on a level surface 2 Pull locator pin A out and turn counter clockwise 1 4 turn to lock out position 3 Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft 4 Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler B to decal assembly line C making sure that the inner lower drive shaft engages into the square upper drive shaft socket NOTE Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings Short couplings fit flush to decal point E New couplings are 4 3 4 in long and fit flush to line C 5 Rotate locator pin A 1 4 turn clockwise to engage lower shaft hole Insure locator pin is fully engaged by twisting lower drive shaft Locator pin should snap flush in coupler Full engagement will prevent further shaft rotation 6 Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob D FENDER WHEEL ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT Dethatcher combing efficiency is best wh
9. en sations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown e Keep your body warm especially the head neck feet ankles hands and wrists e Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exer cises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or other hand held power equipment is not required e Ifyou experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 5 OPERATOR S MANUAL Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury RSI An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a be
10. en the full weight of the dethatcher assembly rests on the tines during operation Wheel height should be adjusted for 6 13 mm 0 25 0 50 in above ground for operational stability over uneven grass Perform wheel height adjust ment procedures as follows 1 Loosen 2 two lower hex head wheel bracket bolts B with 4 mm hex wrench 2 Hold unit in comfortable operating position on a flat surface and check for wheel to ground clearance of 6 13 mm 0 25 0 50 in 3 Rotate wheels towards tines to reduce ground clearance away from tines to increase ground clearance Tighten bolts B esi l 0 25 0 50 in PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT OPERATOR S MANUAL IMPORTANT Do not rotate wheels against tines Wheels and tines will be dam aged during operation If wheel rotation is not sufficient to provide proper wheel height clear ance then perform these additional steps 4 Loosen two upper wheel bracket bolts C with 10 mm wrench 5 Slide fender wheel assembly up drive shaft housing until proper wheel clearance is achieved Tighten hex head bolts C FRONT J HANDLE ADJUSTMENT Tools Required 10 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required None 1 Loosen two 2 J Handle bracket bolts A with 10 mm wrench 2 Rest dethatcher tines on flat surface Stand to left side of drive shaft housing with right hand on throttle grip and left hand on J Handle Move J Handle up or down drive shaft housing for comfortable operating position
11. facing upward and locating arrow decal C is aligned with edge of fender clamp Tighten bolts A LOWER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY TO DETHATCHER GEAR HOUSING Tools Required 4 amp 5mm Hex Wrench Parts Required Dethatcher Gear Housing Lower Drive Shaft with Fender Wheel Assembly 1 Place dethatcher gear housing on a flat surface with gear housing shaft mount at 45 angle Remove gear housing shaft alignment screw A with 4 mm hex wrench Loosen gear housing shaft mounting bolt B with 5 mm hex wrench PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT OPERATOR S MANUAL 4 Install and seat lower drive shaft end end with fender wheel as sembly into gear housing shaft mount Make sure grass guide D is facing down toward the ground 5 Rotate and align hole in drive shaft housing with gear housing shaft hole Install and tighten alignment screw A with 4 mm hex wrench 6 Tighten gear housing shaft mounting bolt B with 5 mm hex wrench 7 Check for proper inner flex cable C engagement into gear hous ing adaptor If flex cable extends out of drive shaft then cable is not properly engaged Rotate and push cable end until lower cable end slides into place in gear housing adaptor Cable end will recess approximately 16 mm 5 8 in into drive shaft FRONT J HANDLE ASSEMBLY Tools Required 10 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required Pro Attachment Series or Split Boom Upper Shaft and Power Head 1 Remove original front handle assem
12. g bolt B 3 Pull gear box from drive shaft housing 4 Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing wipe clean and re coat with a thin coating 15 ml 1 2 oz of grease 5 Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 6 Position lower drive shaft end without safety decal into gear housing shaft mount 7 Align hole in drive shaft housing with gear housing shaft hole C and seat lower drive shaft end into gear housing shaft mount Install and tighten locator screw A 8 Tighten gear housing mounting bolt B TINE REPLACEMENT Level 2 Tools Required Vise Grip 10 mm 13 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required Thatching spring P N 61004725560 Screw P N 88995325560 plastic tube P N 21001325560 Bent or broken tines should be replaced before operation for best det hatching efficiency A WARNING Never replace tines with engine running Tines are sharp wear gloves to protect your hands when replacing them PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 1 5 OPERATOR S MANUAL Tine Replacement Outer five 5 rows from open reel end 1 Hold inner tine mounting bolt from turning with 13 mm wrench inserted through open reel end Grip plastic sleeve at the base of the tine firmly with vice grip Re move tine from bolt turning tine counter clockwise Remove bolt Insert new bolt with star washer through reel mounting hole IMPORTANT Star washer must be assembled
13. he rear Dethatcher Head Left and right reels mounting 22 tines each totaling 44 tines 3mm 19 in spring steel Combing Width 571 mm 22 5 in Lubrication Lithium Base Grease Gear Reduction Ratio Dethatcher Operating RPM Engine Wide Open Throttle RPM w attachment 7 700 8 500 PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 1 7 OPERATOR S MANUAL NOTES 18 MECHO PRoTHATCH ATTACHMENT 1 9 OPERATOR S MANUAL NOTES SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS SERIAL NUMBER Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER Parts and Assem blies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the attachment with you You can find these numbers on the driveshaft model serial number label For future reference write them in the space provided below Model No SN DEALER SERVICE Call Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer For the name and address of 1 800 432 ECHO the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required ECHO CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT CONSUMER PRODUCT If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica SUPPORT tion operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO
14. ing and muffler cover area may become very hot too hot to touch Avoid contact during and immediately after operation 6 MECHO EQUIPMENT A WARNING Use this attachment with ECHO approved models only Serious injury may result from the use of this attachment combined with a non approved ECHO product Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed ECHO INC will not be responsible for the failure of dethatching devices accessories and parts which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with this ProThatch Attachment e Check unit for loose missing nuts bolts and screws Tighten and or replace as needed e Inspect ProThatch tines for damage and that they are firmly secured in place Replace tines if damaged or missing e Check that the dethatcher attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition Parts Do not use dethatcher attachment if any part is missing or damaged e Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer Do not use any accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator s Manual AA warninc Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings e 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 DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards
15. nt extended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles See a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented A DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death Read the Manuals e Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation Clear the Work Area e Spectators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the unit is in use Keep a Firm Grip Hold the front and rear handles with both hands with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles Keep a Solid Stance e Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on lad ders Do not over reach Avoid Hot Surfaces During operation the drive shaft housing attachment bearing hous
16. ny hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your 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 YOUR SELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If the task is not listed see your ECHO dealer for repairs SKILL LEVEL Level 1 Easy to do Most required tools come with unit Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Component System Maintenance ProcedureSkill Level Frequency Drive Shaft Grease 1 Every 25 hours of use Gear Housing Grease 1 Every 25 hours of use Tines Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Before each use Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Before each use LUBRICATION Level 1 Tools Required 13 mm Open End Wrench Clean Rag Parts Required EP 0 OR 00 Grease Gear Housing 1 Clean all loose debris from gear housing 2 Remove screw plug A and check level of grease 3 Add grease if necessary DO NOT over fill 4 Install screw plug A 14 MECHO Drive Shaft Lower IMPORTANT Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with ECHO LUBE grease every 25 hours of operation otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result 1 Remove gear housing locator screw A 2 Loosen gear housing mountin
17. on tine mounting bolt otherwise bolt and tine will loosen on the reel 4 Install tine onto bolt turning tine clockwise with vice grip Tighten securely Tine Replacement Inside tine nearest gear housing 5 Disconnect dethatcher attachment from Power Head Shaft Refer to instructions on page 10 Rotate flex cable C mounted in the dethatcher assembly drive shaft housing Turn flex cable end until front dethatcher gear hous ing to reel end clearance is achieved for tine bolt head access with 13 mm wrench See photo at right Replace tines following steps 4 above Connect dethatcher attachment to Power Head Shaft Refer to As sembly instructions on page 10 16 MECHO STORAGE 1 Clean dethatcher attachment with a bristle brush and rinse with clear water IMPORTANT Do not immerse this attachment in water Water will enter gear housing and damage gears bearings and seals Apply thin coating of oil to metal parts to prevent rust Lubricate lower shaft assembly with grease Refer to Lubrication instructions on page 13 Store ProThatch Attachment in a dry place out of reach of children with lower shaft housing in a horizontal or vertical postion to pre vent grease loss from open shaft end SPECIFICATIONS PRO THATCH ATTACHMENT Shaft Length 928 mm 36 5 in Attachment Width 565 mm 22 2 in 403 mm 15 9 in 9 6 kg 21 14 lb 6 35 mm 0 25 in Rotating Direction Away from the operator viewed from t
18. ous injury Physical Condition Hearing Protection Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever e if you are sick unit is used e if you are taking medication e if you have taken alcohol or drugs Proper Clothing Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well Wear snug fitting durable clothing e Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves Eye Protection e Wear hair covering to contain long hair Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE re DO NOT WEAR SHORTS quirements whenever you operate the unit DO NOT WEAR TIES SCARFS JEWELRY Hand Protection Wear sturdy work shoes with non skid soles DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED Keep long hair away from engine and air intake Retain hair with cap or net Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands 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 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 s
19. tcher reels have 22 tines each and are pre assembled to the gear housing Reels must be installed properly to prevent side pull GRASS GUIDE Attached to the dethatcher assembly gear housing The guide prevents tines from penetrating to deeply into the ground which can cause the dethatcher to bounce and give uneven thatch removal TINES Steel springs with 51 mm 2 in fingers Tines are protected by a plastic cover to prevent thatch and dirt buildup 8 MECHO CONTENTS 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 ProThatch Attachment Dethatcher Gear Housing Assembly Lower Drive Shaft Assembly Fender Wheel Assembly J Handle Operators Manual Warranty Registration Card ASSEMBLY FENDER WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO LOWER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Tools Required 10 mm Open End Wrench Parts Required Lower Drive Shaft Assembly Fender Wheel Assembly Remove vinyl cap from lower end of drive shaft tube Loosen two 2 fender wheel assembly bracket bolts A with 10 mm open end wrench The bolts should be very loose to prevent bracket from damaging locating arrow decal label Install fender wheel assembly fender side first onto end of lower drive shaft without serial number label End of drive shaft should be 95 mm 3 74 in from fender clamp Assure locating hole B is
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