Echo PB-620ST manual

Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-620ST W ARNING 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 opera- tion. X753003741 1 1/09 X7531 123401[...]

2 Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. t h e o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It contains specications and information for operation, starting, stopping, maintenance, storage, and assembly specic to this product. t a b l [...]

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 I n t e r n a t I o n a l s y m b o l s p e r s o n a l C o n d I t I o n a n d s a f e t y e q u I p m e n t W ARNING Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear mus[...]

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[...]

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 [...]

6 PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD) The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emis- sions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. e q u I p m [...]

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 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 specic information. d e s C r I p t I[...]

8 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CA T AL YST - The mufer or catalytic mufer controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the mufer[...]

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 C o n t e n t s ____ 1 - Power Head ____ 1 - Flex Pipe ____ 1 - Pipe w/swivel ____ 1 - Straight Pipe ____ 1 - Straight Pipe w/decal ____ 1 - Operator's Manual ____ 1 - W arranty Registration Card ____ 1 - Plastic Bag ____ 2 - Clamps w/screws ____ 1 - Guide Loop W ARNING Never perform[...]

10 5. Assemble exible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower and tighten clamps (A). Position guide loop (G) on inside (blower side) of exible tube. NOTE A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of exible pipe to blower elbow . 6. Clip throttle cable into throttle cable guide loop (G). 7. Move handle (E) to desired position. T ighten knob ([...]

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 Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality . Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. T wo Stroke Oil - A [...]

12 IMPOR T ANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta- bilizer is added. IMPOR T ANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. AL W A YS shake fuel container thor- oughly before each use. After use • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur . Return unused f[...]

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 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. Thr ottle Position/Stop Switch Button Slide Throttle Position /Stop Switch Button (A) back to idle posi- tion (rst detent away from stop position). 2. Pur ge Bulb Pum[...]

14 IMPOR T ANT Use reduced speed only when performing light-duty tasks or to comply with local noise regulations. Continuous low speed opera- tion may allow fuel/oil residue to build-up on the piston and cause rapid build-up of carbon on the spark arrestor screen, resulting in overheating and engine damage. T o reduce harmful build-up, run engine a[...]

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 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, [...]

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 T une Up 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 cover[...]

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 s p a r k p l u g Level 1. T ools r equired: 19 mm Spark Plug deep socket, feeler gauge Parts Requir ed: REPOWER TM T une Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug, and check for fouling, and w[...]

18 A B C e x h a u s t s y s t e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools r equired: Cross head screwdriver , soft metal brush Parts Requir ed: Spark arrestor screen, Gaskets (3) IMPOR T ANT Carbon deposits in mufer will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically . 1. Remove spark plug lead f[...]

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 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools r equired: 4 & 5 mm Hexagon wrench, Cross head screwdriver, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine or mufer cover (5 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead ce[...]

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 for a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel 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 This eng[...]

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 Initial Adjustment 1. W ith engine off, turn HI speed screw (C) counterclockwise to stop. 2. T urn LO speed screw (B) midway between stops. 3. T urn idle screw (A) until tip of screw just touches throttle plate; then turn three (3) turns clockwise. Final Adjustment IMPOR T ANT Limiter ca[...]

22 DANGER 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 o u b l e s h o o t I n g T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T m e l b o r Pk c e h Cs u t a t Se s u a C y d e m e R - s k n a r c[...]

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 t o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become 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 (Ove[...]

24 MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-620ST Length ------------------------------------------------------ 325 mm (12.8 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 475 mm (18.7 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 490 mm (19.3 in.) W eight (dry) ----------------------[...]

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 ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO In corporated’s Limited Warranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship . Under normal use an[...]

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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 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 [...]

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