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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-250 W ARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides this Operator's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe opera- tion. X750012941 01/10 X7501 182001[...]
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2 T a b l e o f C o n T e n T s Introduction ................................................................ 2 - The Operator's Manual ....................................... 2 Safety ......................................................................... 3 - Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..................................[...]
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3 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s a f e T y m a n u a l s a f e T y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r T a n T I n f o r m a T I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those sym[...]
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4 Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the unit. Han[...]
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5 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 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 • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’ s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on S[...]
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6 e q u I p m e n T C h e C k W ARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi - nation. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions[...]
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7 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l d e s C r I p T I o n Locate the safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING instructions for specic informat[...]
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8 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 3. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. FUEL T ANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank. 5. RECOIL ST AR TER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until recoil sta[...]
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9 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l a s s e m b l y W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. I n s T a l l b l o w e r p I p e s 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Align locking ribs (A) on upper blower pipe with recesses (B) in fan case. Assu[...]
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10 W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers 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. Blower housing may contain shredder blades an[...]
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11 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container , and remix. IMPOR T ANT Spill[...]
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12 s T a r T I n g C o l d e n g I n e 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Thr ottle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke Move choke (C) to Cold Start ( ) Position. 4. Pur ge Bulb Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and ows freely in[...]
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13 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l D s T a r T I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Thr ottle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle[...]
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14 o p e r a T I n g b l o w e r W ARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT , and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousne, serious injury , or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. AL W A YS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body . W ARNING Always wear safety glasses, hearing protectio[...]
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15 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l m a I n T e n a n C e I n T e r v a l s m a I n T e n a n C e Y our ECHO blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your blower achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want t[...]
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16 a I r f I l T e r Level 1. T ools r equired: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) Cleaning brush. Parts r equir ed: REPOWER TM Air and Filter Kit NOTE Clean daily . 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter co[...]
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17 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) C o o l I n g s y s T e m Level 2. T ools r equired: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush, T orx L-W rench T27, pointed wood stick. Parts Requir ed: None, if you are careful. IMPOR T ANT T o maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely thro[...]
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18 Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (6 screws). Clean cylinder ns to allow cooling air to pass freely . 2. Loosely reassemble engine cover with 6 screws. 3. T ighten all screws securely . 4. Attach spark plug lead. e x h a u s T s y s T e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools r equired: [...]
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19 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l A B Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools r equired: T orx L-W rench T27, 4 mm Hex W rench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (6 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer[...]
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20 C a r b u r e T o r a d j u s T m e n T Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can 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 Operation Th[...]
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21 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l T r o u b l e s h o o T I n g W ARNING Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T m e l b[...]
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22 s T o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover becomes hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long T erm Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period o[...]
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23 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s p e C I f I C a T I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-250 Hand Held Length ------------------------------------------------------ 230 mm (9.1 in.) (w/o pipes) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 330 mm (13.0 in.) Height ----[...]
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24 w a r r a n T y s T a T e m e n T s ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship . Under normal use and maintenance from date[...]
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25 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES ?[...]
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26 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIWA BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small of f-road engine (SORE). New equi[...]
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27 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l n o T e s[...]
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CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T . ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d l a k e Z u r I C h , Il 60047-1564 www .echo-usa.com DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www .echo-usa.com a d d I T I o n a l o r r e p l a C e m e n T m a n u a l s Replacement Operator , Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalog[...]