THIS MANUAL. tion and maintenance. Read it carefully to familiarize your- WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION. self with the operating of your ECHO product. IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS UNIT, OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER USERS RISK INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTH- ERS IF THE UNIT IS USED IMPROPERLY, AND/OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE WORN WHEN OPERATING THIS UNIT. OPERATOR SAFETY •...
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HOT HUMID WEATHER EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatique • Wear eye protection goggles. which may lead to heat stroke. Delay heavy work until the • Wear hearing protection. If this guideline is not followed, temperature drops.
Locate these safety decals on your unit. 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. P/N 89016006361...
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DESCRIPTION 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. THROTTLE POSITION LEVER - Pull back to increase engine speed. Friction washers maintain throttle trig- ger setting. 3. SILENCER/SPARK ARRESTER - The spark arrester muffler controls the exhaust noise while the spark ar- rester prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler.
ASSEMBLING WARNING DANGER NEVER PERFORM MAINTENANCE OR ASSEM- BLY PROCEDURES WITH ENGINE RUNNING. NOTE Never operate unit without either fan grid and blower pipes or vacuum tube with vaccum elbow and debris bag are installed securely on the unit. INSTALLING VACUUM TUBE FOR VACUUM US- Knob 1.
89 Octane unleaded petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol. • Recommended mixture ratio; 50 : 1 for ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil (2%). WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable.
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3. Move ignition switch to STOP (downward) position. Throttle lever WARNING DANGER IF ENGINE DOES NOT STOP, SHIFT CHOKE LEVER UP CLOSED POSITION. YOU MUST HAVE YOUR ECHO DEALER INSPECT AND RE- PAIR IGNITION SWITCH BEFORE USING UNIT AGAIN. Throttle trigger...
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OPERATING VACUUM WARNING DANGER • ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AND USE A FACE FILTER MASK. (READ THE SAFE OPERATION CAREFULLY.) • DO NOT POINT VACUUM TUBE IN THE DIRECTION OF PEOPLE OR PETS. NOTE Throttle position lever Do not block vacuum pipe to avoid engine damage due to over speed.
REDUCE CHANCES OF DAMAGE • In dusty conditions, wet down surfaces to prevent blowing • Before starting the job, check wind direction. Avoid blow- up dust. ing in the direction of open doors and windows, cars, pets, children or anything that could be harmed by blowing •...
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CLEANING AIR FILTER NOTE Clean daily. 1. Close choke, remove wing stud, air cleaner cover and air filter. 2. Brush dust off filter and wash in suitable solvent. 3. Dry filter before reinstalling. ADJUSTING CARBURETTOR GENERAL NOTE Do not adjust carburettor unless necessary. If you have trouble with carburettor, see your dealer.
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SPARK PLUG 1. Check plug gap. Correct gap is 0.6 - 0.7 mm. 2. Inspect electrode for wear. 3. Inspect insulator for oil or other deposits. 4. Replace plug if needed and tighten to 15 - 17 N·m (150 to 170 kgf·cm). NOTE 0.6 - 0.7 mm Do not overtighten spark plug.
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REPLACING FUEL FILTER NOTE A clogged fuel filter will cause hard starting or poor engine performance. 1. Pick up the fuel filter through fuel tank opening with a piece of steel wire or the like. 2. Remove old filter from fuel line. 3.
STORAGE LONG TERM STORAGE (OVER 60 DAYS) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (60 days or longer) without performing protective storage main- tenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust-free place, out of the reach of children.
Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol. Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil. Ratio 50 : 1 (2 %)