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Operator's Manual
The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot.
Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may
occur.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator's
manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
X7504220703
© 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
EA-410
Earth Auger
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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Operator’s Manual ........................ 3 Servicing Information ......................... 3 Parts/Serial Number........................3 Service ............................3 Echo Consumer Product Support ....................3 Warranty Registration ........................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals .................... 3 Safety..............................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..............4 International Symbols ........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY EA-410 Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    Grip With Both Emergency Safety/Alert legs away Hands On Stop from blade Auger During Operation Never Operate Auger In an Area With Fuel and oil Underground Hot Surface mixture Electric, Gas, Water, Or Telephone Lines X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    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; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
  • Page 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 8 • Do not operate auger in any position other than upright. • During operation, the muffler cover area will become very hot. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Allow engine and muffler to completely cool before performing any maintenance. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) Equipment Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. 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 listed in this manual and safety manual.

  • Page 10: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 11: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 12 18. DECOMPRESSION BUTTON - Push button to assist starting. Automatically resets after engine starts and runs. 19. LOWER SUPPORT HANDLE - Used for support grip by Operator during two-man operation. 20. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 13: Contents

    After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    5. Secure auger to PTO shaft with hardware provided, and tighten securely. Note: Six, 8, & 10 in. Earth Augers hardware style shown in illustration. Two, 3, & 4 in. Earth augers and 8 & 10 in. Ice Augers use socket head screws only. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: Auger Extension

    PTO shaft. 3. Remove extension hardware. 4. Slide extension onto auger shaft, align holes, and install mounting hardware. Tighten securely. 5. Install engine on extension shaft, and secure with hardware removed in step 2. Tighten securely. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 16: Operation

    Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
  • Page 17 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 container thoroughly before each use. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 18: Starting Cold Engine

    Note: After engine starts, engine decompression button will automatically reset for normal operation. The auger attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

  • Page 19: Stopping Engine

    Move stop switch button (B) backward to “STOP” position. 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 unit again. X7504220703...

  • Page 20: Drilling

    During operation, the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during use, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded.

  • Page 22: Air Filter

    1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Use a hook to pull the fuel line and filter from the tank. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 23: Spark Plug

    Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. 1. Periodically blow dirt and debris off cooling fins with a compressor and safety nozzle, or; X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 24: Exhaust System

    Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: Gear Housing

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.
  • Page 26 “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockwise to decrease idle speed. When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

     See your Echo dealer doesn’t start Stop switch off  Turn switch to ON  Spark at end of See your Echo dealer  No spark Electrical problem plug wire Interlock switch See your Echo dealer Spark gap incorrect Adjust to .65mm (0.026 in.)...

  • Page 28: Storage

    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. 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    51 mm - 254 mm (2 in. - 10 in.) Rotation Clockwise, viewed from top Handle Cushioned Bow w/Grip Idle Speed 2,500 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 3,600 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) 10,600 RPM X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 30: Auger Accessoires

    Ice Auger Replace Blades * 99944900300 8” Replacement Blade - Ice Auger 99944900310 10” Replacement Blade - Ice Auger Auger Adapter 99944900335 Auger Adapter for 1 “ Auger mount * All auger accessories include required assembly hardware. X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 31: Warranty Statements

    ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair or replace at ECHO’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized ECHO servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions.
  • Page 32 . Gasohol which contains a is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual. of unauthorized attachments.

  • Page 33: Notes

    EA-410 NOTES NOTES X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34 NOTES EA-410 X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 EA-410 NOTES X7504220703 © 10/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 36 ECHO, INCORPORATED S05503001001/S05503999999 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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