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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Read and understand all provided literature before
use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7501186403
© 07/22 ECHO Incorporated
Operator's
Manual
PB-255LN

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  • Page 1 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts and Serial Number..............3 Service ....................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    SERVICING INFORMATION Parts and Serial Number Genuine ECHO parts and assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number and serial number of the unit with you. For future reference write them in the space provided below.

  • Page 4: Service

    Register your ECHO equipment online at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.

  • Page 5: Safety

    Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 6: International Symbols

    Hot Surface Mixture Idle speed Fast speed Finger severing Purge Bulb Ignition DO NOT Allow Ignition Flames or Sparks ON / OFF Near Fuel Choke Control DO NOT Smoke “COLD START” Near Fuel Position (Choke Closed) X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 7 Description Symbol Description Choke Control Wear Slip “RUN” Position Resistant (Choke Open) Footwear Beware of thrown objects Keep Bystanders and Helpers Away 15 m (50 ft.). Note: Not all symbols will appear on your unit. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 8: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements ◆ must be worn whenever you operate the unit. For additional safety, a full-face shield can be worn over ◆ safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 9 Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing and Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protective equipment whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
  • Page 10 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 11 Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death can result. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 12 Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 13: Equipment

    Incorporated 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. Do not attempt to modify this product. Serious injury can ◆...

  • Page 14: 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. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 15: 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. The safety decal is for example only. Your label may appear slightly different.

  • Page 16: Contents

    Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. 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. Power Head...

  • Page 17: Assembly

    (B) or screwdriver, and rotate so that lock symbol is at top of ring. coin Align locking ribs (E) on main blower pipe with recesses (D) in locking ring, and slide main blower pipe into locking ring. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 18: Remove Blower Pipes

    5 & 6. Remove Blower Pipes Release locking ring (C) with a coin or screwdriver (B), and rotate ring so that lock symbol is at top of ring. coin X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 20: Fuel

    NOT approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil, such as ECHO branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used.
  • Page 21 AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors. ◆ ECHO branded 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury will result.
  • Page 22 As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. • Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 23: Starting Cold Engine

    Always hold the unit firmly. Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle handle with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (E) until engine fires, or maximum 5 pulls. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 24: Starting Warm Engine

    Throttle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle positions. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 25: Stopping Engine

    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. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 27: Maintenance Intervals

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES: Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 28: Air Filter

    Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. Pull the fuel line and filter from the tank. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 29: Spark Plug

    Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf•cm (130-150 lbf•in). Cooling System Level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 30 Cleaning Cylinder Fins Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. Reassemble parts in reverse order. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 31: Exhaust System

    Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Install spark arrester screen, gasket, plate, deflector, and cover. Loosely reassemble engine cover. Tighten all screws securely. Attach spark plug lead. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 32 (or nuts) to 70-80 kgf•cm (60-70 lbf•in). Loosely reassemble engine cover. Tighten all screws securely. Attach spark plug lead. 10. Start engine, and warm to operating temperature. 11. Stop engine, and re-tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 33: Carburetor Adjustment

    (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 335 m (1,100 ft.) ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. If the engine is adjusted for operation above 335 m (1,100 ft.) ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 335 m (1,100 ft.) ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Carburetor See your dealer cylinder starts hard or OPEN choke Engine Fuel at Clean or replace does not cylinder Muffler wet Fuel mixture air filter start with fuel too rich Adjust carburetor See your dealer X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 35 Cooling system dirty ation in dirty or Clean system or plugged dusty locations properly Spark Spark arrester arrester Normal wear Replace screen screen plugged Engine Internal engine does not See your dealer problem crank X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 36: Storage

    10. Install the spark plug. Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug. 11. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 37: Specifications

    ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345- FD, two-stroke, air- cooled engine oil. Fuel Tank Capacity 0.5 L (16.9 US fl. oz.) Starter System Automatic recoil starter, centrifugal type Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 7,450 RPM X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 38: Product Registration

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Incorporated. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 39 PB-255LN PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7501186403 © 07/22 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 40 P42914001001 - P42914999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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