Shred ' N' Vac® Troubleshooting - Echo ES-250 SHRED ‘N’ VAC Operator's Manual

OPERATION
4. Empty bag when debris level reaches intake opening. To empty bag, move stop switch to "STOP"
position, and wait for blower to stop running. Loosen Velcro strap at elbow and slide bag off elbow. Open
other end of bag, and empty contents. Close bag, and reattach to blower. Secure bag with Velcro strap.
Note: Vacuum action works best at higher engine speeds. Avoid using vacuum in areas where rocks or
other large, hard debris may be vacuumed into unit. Clear these areas with blower first, blowing light
debris into a pile. Use attachment to vacuum pile.
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SHRED ' N' VAC
Problem
Unit runs, but doesn't vacuum or
has poor suction
Unit stopped suddenly during
vacuuming, and now starter won't
work
Unit jams repeatedly during use
Vacuum tube difficult to install or
remove from unit
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Troubleshooting
Elbow or debris bag clogged
Obstructions in vacuum tube
Object stuck in fan housing
area
Material being vacuumed too
big or too hard for blades to
shred
Tube/housing fit tight.
Cause
Check elbow and debris bag, and
clear as needed. Make sure bag
is not folded over at intake during
use.
Check vacuum tube, and remove
obstructions. Avoid wet leaves.
Remove vacuum tube and check
fan area. Remove object.
Use vacuum for leaves and small
twigs, maximum 1/4" diameter x
3" long
Apply small amount of soapy
water to end of tube to ease
assembly or removal. Turns tube
1/4 turn to loosen for removal.
ES-250
Remedy
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