Echo PB-230LN User's Manual
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1. A A Sound Level at 50 ft dB A scale per 66 dB A ANSI B175 2 12 MECHO ASSEMBLY WARNING A DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result BLOWER APPLICATION Install Blower Pipes 1 Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housing Turn straight pipe clockwise to lock into place Align grooves in fan head nozzle with pegs on straight pipe and slide fan head nozzle onto straight pipe Turn fan head nozzle clockwise to lock into place PRE OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline Use 89 Octane 34 mid grade or higher gasoline known to be good quality Gasoline may contain up to 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether Gasohol containing methyl wood alcohol is NOT approved Two Stroke Oil A two stroke engine oil meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FC Standards must be used Echo brand Premium 50 1 oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD and J A S O FC certified oil such as Echo Premium 50 1 Two stroke Oil will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of two stroke oil used per the statement listed in the EPA Phase II Emission Defect Warranty Explanation IMPORTANT Echo Premium 2 Stroke Oil may be mix2. Before starting the unit equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m 50 ft Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing Keep long hair away from engine and blower intake Retain hair with cap or net Start unit on ground with throttle at idle Check that blower pipe is not blocked by the ground or by any objects 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 perform Maintenance or Assembly procedures with engine running Noise Control Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of operations Use only during appropriate hours Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise Be a good neighbor Avoid Hot Surfaces During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Avoid contact during and immedi ately after operation Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris Allow the engine and muffler to completely cool before performing any maintenance activity Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL ob CA AAE 7 8 MECHO EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers o
3. Al cargar O G meses P g o 90 o 270 Anualmente Sistema Mantenimiento nivel de OAMESdE combustible habilidad usar horas horas Procedimientos De Mantenimiento Recomendados Del Distribuidor Echo Orificio de escape del Inspeccionar Limpiar I L cilindro Descarbonizar Procedimientos De Mantenimiento De Do It Yourself Filtro de aire Inspeccionar Limpiar Reemplazar Estrangulador Inspeccionar Limpiar Filtro de Inspeccionar Reemplazar combustible Sistema de Inspeccionar Reemplazar combustible Fugas Sistema de Inspeccionar Limpiar enfriamiento Apagachispas del Inspeccionar Reemplazar silenciador Cuerda del motor de Inspeccionar Limpiar arranque AA Tornillos Tuercas Inspeccionar Apretar Pernos Reemplazar INSPECCIONAR R REEMPLAZAR L LIMPIAR NOTA IMPORTANTE Los intervalos indicados son m ximos El uso real y su experiencia determinar n la frecuencia del mantenimiento requerido NOTAS DE PROCEDIMIENTOS DE MANTENIMIENTO Todas las recomendaciones de reemplazo se basan en encontrar piezas da adas o desgastadas durante la inspecci n 18 MECHO AIR FILTER Level 1 Tools required 25 50 mm 1 2 in medium bristle paint brush Parts required 90030 REPOWER Air and Fuel Filter Kit NOTE Clean daily 1 Close choke Cold Start Position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area 2 Remove the
4. Bottle ECHO 2 Stroke Oil Mix Z lt Z e PA e PA PA p yA Z 4 Xx Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL EMISSION CONTROL EPA Phase II The emission control system for these engines are EM Engine Modification IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY YEHXS 0254CB DISPLACEMENT 22 8 cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PHASE Il EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S O R E REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 300 HRS E monmrz coma cn An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY The 300 hour emission durability period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable EPA emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual ECHO INCORPORATED EMISSIONS AND WARRANTY STATEMENTS FOR EPA PHASE MODELS 9 10 MECHO STOP SWITCH SLIDE SWITCH mounted on top of handle Push forward to start and run Slide back to stop THROTTLE TRIGGER Spring loaded to return to idle when released During acceleration press trigger gradually for best operating technique SPARK PLUG Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture CHOKE Choke is located on top o
5. air cleaner cover Clean and inspect the element for damage If element is fuel soaked and very dirty replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it estill fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover eis installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level 1 Tools required Fuel line hook 203 254 mm 8 10 in length of wire with one end bent into a hook Clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container Parts required 90030 REPOWER Air and Filter Kit WARNING A DANGER Fuelis VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Use the fuel line hook to pull the fuel line and filter from the tank 3 Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter WARNING A DANGER Do not perform maintenance on the engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool otherwise serious personal injury may occur SPARK PLUG Level 2 Tools required 3 4 in Spark Plug deep socket Feeler gauge preferably a wire gauge Parts Required 90065 REPOWER Tune Up Kit 1 Remove spark plug and check for fouling worn and rounded center electrode 2 Clean the plug or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrod
6. be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Adjustment High altitude adjustment is not required for proper operation of this 21 engine Level 2 Tools required Screwdriver tachometer Echo P N 99051130017 Parts required none NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with EPA Emission Regulations This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles Idle Adjustment Before adjustment make sure that e Air filter is clean and properly installed e Spark arrestor screen is free of carbon e Blower pipes are installed Start engine run at idle for one minute Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers Check idle speed and reset if necessary If a tachometer is available idle speed screw A should be set to the specifications found on Page 11 Specifications of this manual Turn idle screw A clockwise to increase idle speed counter clockwise to decrease idle speed 22 MECHO TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine starts hard Engine does not start Engine Cranks Fuel at carburetor Fuel at cylinder Spark at end of plug wire Spark at plug does not crank No fuel at carburetor No fuel at cylinder Muffle
7. MECHO Power Blower Operator s Manual MODEL PB 230LN Serial Number 003001001 amp Up WARNING DANGER e The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become lb extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur X7501139500 A WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING A DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully ECHO provides this Operator s Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation X750001870 08 00 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 You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages WARNING A DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides this Operator s Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation THE OPERATOR S MANUAL contains specifications and information for operation starting stop ping maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Maintenance The Operator s Manual Skill Levels Manual Safety Symbols and Importa
8. Move at least 3m 10 ft from refueling location before starting After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved air tight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames Do not store fuel longer than 30 days IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel con tainer thoroughly before each use 3m 10 ft MINIMUM S M W 1 2 4 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 G0 31 14 MECHO OPERATION e Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator s Manual and instructions for safe operation e Before starting the unit equip yourself and any other person working 50 ft within the 15 m 50 ft Safety Zone with the required Protective ST tis AK Equipment and clothing E lt e Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas STARTING COLD ENGINE 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move stop switch button A away from the STOP position 2 Move throttle position lever B midway between idle and full throttl
9. e 4 Tighten spark plug to 145 155 kg cm 125 135 in Ib COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level 2 Tools required 25 50mm 1 2 in medium bristle brush 3 mm Hex Wrench Cross Head Screwdriver Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when e Air intakes are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder e Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL 19 Y 0 65 mm 0 026 in INTAKE GRILL Wess ON 20 MECHO Cleaning Grill 1 Brush accumulated debris from crankcase intake grille above the fuel tank Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1 Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter 2 Remove four engine cover screws and remove cover from engine Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely 3 Loosely reassemble engine cover with four cross head and two hex head screws 4 Tighten all screws securely EXHAUST SYSTEM Spar
10. e positions 3 Close Choke Cold Start Move choke C to Cold Start Position 4 Purge Bulb Pump Pump primer bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times IMPORTANT Recoil starter Use short pulls only 1 2 2 3 of rope for starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly 5 Place the blower on a flat clear area Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope E until engine fires 6 After engine fires move choke lever to Run position and pull recoil starter handle rope until engine starts and runs Allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes NOTE If engine does not start with choke in Run position after 4 pulls repeat instructions 7 After engine warm up gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed STARTING WARM ENGINE 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move stop switch button A away from the STOP position 2 Move throttle position lever B forward to idle position 3 Place the blower on a flat clear area Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope E until engine fires IMPORTANT Recoil starter Use short pulls only 1 2 2 3 of rope for starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly NOTE If engine does not sta
11. ed at 50 1 ratio for applica tion in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals Mixing Instructions 1 Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline Add 2 stroke oil to gasoline Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline Add remaining gasoline and remix Install fuel container cap and wipe any spilled fuel from container and surrounding area Handling Fuel Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL 13 WARNING A DANGER Fuelis VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result e Use an approved fuel container e DONOT smoke near fuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running DONOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After Refueling e Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit e
12. eed the louder the blower noise Minimize dust by using blower at lower speeds Keep debris on your property Be Smart be a good neighbor SOPLADOR MOTORIZADO 1 7 MANUAL DEL OPERADOR MANTENIMIENTO Su soplador ECHO est dise ado para proporcionar muchas horas de servicio sin problemas El mantenimiento programado regular permitir que el soplador alcance ese objetivo Si no est seguro o no dispone de las herramientas necesarias puede llevar la m quina a su distribuidor de servicio ECHO para el mantenimiento Se ha clasificado cada tarea de mantenimiento para que decida si desea hacer el mantenimiento USTED o el distribuidor de ECHO Si la tarea no est indicada vea a su distribuidor ECHO para efectuar las reparaciones NIVEL DE HABILIDAD Nivel 1 F cil de hacer La mayor a de las herramientas vienen con la unidad Nivel 2 Dificultad moderada Tal vez se necesiten algunas herramientas especializadas Nivel 3 Serequiere experiencia Se requieren herramientas especializadas Echo recomienda devolver la unidad a su distribuidor ECHO para efectuar el servicio de la misma ECHO ofrece juegos de mantenimiento y piezas REPOWER para facilitar su trabajo de mantenimiento Debajo de cada t tulo de tarea se indican los distintos n meros de pieza necesarios para dicha tarea Consulte con su distribuidor en lo que se refiere a esas piezas INTERVALOS DE MANTENIMIENTO Componente Procedimiento de Necesaras Diaiamente
13. es a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you 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 e Downloading free from www echo usa com e Purchasing from your Echo Dealer e Sending a check or money order for 2 00 per Parts Catalog or 1 50 per Operator s Manual made payable to ECHO INCORPORATED State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have part number of the manual if known your name and address and mail to address above Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer A 5 00 shipping charge will be required for each video Available Parts Catalog PB 230LN S N 003001001 amp UP Part Number 99922203230 MECHO ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwoop Roan LAKE ZURICH IL 60047 www echo usa com
14. f 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 the ailment is unknown Keep your body warm especially the head neck feet ankles hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the blower or other hand held power equipment is not required If you 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 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 Anextreme 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 yea
15. f the air cleaner Move choke lever to COLD START to close choke for cold start Move choke lever to RUN position to open choke SPARK ARRESTOR CATALYTIC MUFFLER MUFFLER The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Pull recoil handle slowly until recoil starter engages then quickly and firmly When engine starts return handle slowly DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur FUEL TANK CAP Covers and seals fuel tank AIR CLEANER Contains replaceable air filter element THROTTLE POSITION LEVER Pull back to increase engine speed Friction washers maintain throttle lever setting PRIMER BULB Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carburetor for starting Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times BLOWER PIPES Twist lock design Power BLOWER 1 1 OPERATOR S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS PB 230LN Hand Held 335 mm 13 2 in w o pipes 50 1 ECHO High Performance two stroke air cooled engine oil 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE E 50 1 ECHO High Performance two stroke air cooled engine oil 9 4 m min 332 cu ft min
16. g otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result Long Term Storage Over 30 Days Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time 30 days or longer without performing protective storage mainte nance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children WARNING A DANGER Do not store where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark Place the stop switch A in the STOP position Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required Tighten all screws and nuts Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc 1 4 oz 1 2 tablespoon of fresh clean ECHO 2 stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole A Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole ANA A N A B Pull the recoil starter handle 2 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine NN Z Ay X YA Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there Install the spark plug do not connect ignition cable Remove blower pipe assembly from unit SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genui
17. k Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 2 in medium bristle brush Parts Required Spark arrestor screen P N 14586240630 Wea 1 ea Gaskets P N V 104000030 V 104000050 A IMPORTANT Tools required Cross Head Screwdriver 3 mm Hex Wrench 25 50 mm ZF Carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically 1 Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter 2 Remove four engine cover screws and remove cover from engine Clean cylinder fins with brush to allow cooling air to pass freely 3 Remove spark arrestor cover A gaskets B and C and spark arrestor screen D from muffler Replace screen if plugged with carbon deposits 4 Install spark arrestor screen gaskets and cover 5 Loosely reassemble engine cover with four cross head and two hex head screws 6 Tighten all screws securely Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL Cylinder Exhaust Port Level 3 IMPORTANT The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjustments can
18. ne 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 and Serial Number of the unit with you You can find these numbers on the engine housing For future reference write them in the space provided below Model No SN SERVICE DEALER Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed Call by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or 1 800 432 ECHO call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our or Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs www echo usa com proof of purchase is required ECHO CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application CONSUMER PRODUCT operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO SUPPORT Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 from 8 00am 1 800 673 1558 to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before p calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help 8 5 Mon Fri C S T 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 provid
19. nt Information Maintenance Intervals Air filter Fuel Filter International Symbols Spark Plug Equipment Cooling System Exhaust System Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Carburetor Adjustment Safe Operation Troubleshooting Extended Operation Extreme Conditions Storage Description Servicing Information Emission Control Contents Service Specifications ECHO Consumer Product Support Assembly Warranty Card Blower Application Additional or Replacement Manuals Pre Operation Manual Ordering Instructions Operation Starting Cold Engine Starting Warm Engine Stopping Engine Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this Operating Blower literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica tion but are subject to change without notice Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories and may CopyRight 2000 By Echo Incorporated not include all standard equipment All Rights Reserved Power BLOWER 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 Up O kp 4 o This symbol accompanied by the words WARN ING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal inju
20. o not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After Refueling e Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit e Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT 3m 10 MINIMUM WARNING A DANGER Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Blower is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Blower Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good e if you are tired or sick e if you are taking medication e if you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well 5 6 _WECIHO Eye Protection Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the blower ON Fa E Hand Protection Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle Gl
21. oves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Breathing Protection Wear a face mask to protect against dust Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing e Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves e DONOT WEAR SHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles e DONOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES DONOTOPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED Keep long hair away from engine and blower intake Retain hair with cap or net A Hot Humid Weather Xx Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead a to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler BSSRBSOSAE SES SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Review area to be cleared Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects Spectators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the blower is in use Take wind conditions into account avoid open doors and windows Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator s Manual and instructions for safe operation Do not point blower at people or animals Use Proper Clothing amp Equipment
22. r wet with fuel No spark at end of plug wire No spark at plug Dies or accelerates poorly Engine properly Blower does not work runs is weak or uneven Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Carburetor Fuel Mixture is too rich Stop switch off Electrical problem Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Internal engine problem Air filter dirty Fuel filter dirty Fuel vent plugged Spark plug Carburetor Cooling system plugged Spark arrestor screen plugged Blower pipe clogged loose or damaged Clean Clean See your ECHO dealer See your ECHO dealer Open choke Clean replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your ECHO dealer Turn switch on See your ECHO dealer Adjust 0 65mm 0 026in Clean or replace Clean or replace Replace plug See your ECHO dealer Clean or replace Replace Replace Clean and adjust replace Adjust Clean Clean Unclog Tighten WARNING A DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and or explosion Never test for ignition spark by ground ing spark plug against cylinder otherwise serious personal injury may result Power BLOWER 23 OPERATOR S MANUAL STORAGE WARNING A DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover becomes hot Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storin
23. rs To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent 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 amp force in which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult 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 DESCRIPTION EMISSION CONTROL Refer to Emission Control Label on engine to determine EPA Phase I or EPA Phase II compliance EPA Phase I The emission control system for these engines are EM Engine Modification IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY YEHXS 0254CB DISPLACEMENT 22 8 cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PHI EMISSION REGULA TIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS E wormrz cons cam An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This isan EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY CONTENTS 1 Power Head 1 Blower Pipe Assembly 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement 1
24. rt after 4 pulls use Cold Start Procedure STOPPING ENGINE 1 Release throttle trigger F and allow engine to idle for a minute 2 Move stop switch A to STOP position WARNING A DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using blower again Power BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL 15 16 MECHO OPERATING BLOWER WARNING A DANGER Always wear safety glasses hearing protection and a face filter mask or serious personal injury may result Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets Read the Safety Section carefully IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over revving do not block blower pipe 1 Use only during appropriate hours Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes Set engine speed with throttle position lever B Rotate lever forward for lower speed back for higher speed Use lower speed to blow dry leaves from a lawn or flower bed Additional speed may be necessary to clean grass and leaves from walks patios and drives or to move gravel dirt snow bottles or cans from a driveway street parking lot or stadium NOTE Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to perform a task Remember the higher the engine sp
25. ry to IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit operator and bystanders The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is NOTE This enclosed message provides shown within the circle is prohibited tips for use care and maintenance of the unit SAFETY DECALS HOT DECAL Locate these safety decals on your unit The complete unit illustra tion found in the DESCRIPTION section will help you locate them Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING y iij ni li instructions for specific information 1 yey A amp P N89016003360 P N89016006361 MECHO INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Read and understand Fuel and oil mixture Engine choke Ignition Operator s Manual control Ej ON OFF Wear eyes ears and Finger Severing head protection Emergency stop Primer bulb Carburetor adjustment Idle speed Wear hand protection Use Carburetor adjustment Carburetor adjustment two handed Low speed mixture High speed mixture Wear slip Safety Alert 7 resistant foot wear DO NOT allow DONOT smoke flames or sparks nearfuel nearfuel EQUIPMENT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed e Check unit for loose missing nuts bol
26. ts and screws Tighten and or replace as needed e Inspect fuel lines tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found Spark Arrestor Catalytic Muffler Muffler e The muffler or catalytic muffler controls the exhaust noise and emissions The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Make sure the spark arrestor screen is in good repair and properly seated in the muffler Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris Avoid contact during and immediately after operation Parts e Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged e Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer e Do not use any attachment accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator s Manual FUEL WARNING A DANGER Fuelis VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result e Use an approved fuel container e DONOT smoke near fuel e DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel e Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize e NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT e NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running e DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground e Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling e Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found d
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