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X7722271404 / X772000164
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.
X7505200601
© 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
PB-580 H/T
Power Blower
Burn Hazard

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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 Product 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

    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. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 5: International Symbols

    Choke Control COLD START Choke Control DO NOT allow Wear slip Position “RUN” Position flames or resistant (Choke (Choke Open) sparks near fuel footwear Closed) Keep bystanders and helpers away 15 m (50 ft.). X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection 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 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 8 • Avoid blowing debris towards people, pets, open windows, or vehicles when using unit. • Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects. Keep a Firm Grip • Hold the handle in one hand, with thumb and fingers encircling the handle. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 9: Equipment

    Use only ECHO 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.
  • 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. X7505200601 © 04/2015 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 11. HANDLE - Rotates downward for throttle control access. Spring loaded for flexible operation. 12. STICK HANDLE - Provides comfortable grip for directing air flow. 13. BLOWER PIPES - Exclusive positive locking system. 14. FLEXIBLE PIPE - Allows for full range of movement. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 13 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 14 Throttle Lever. Use Throttle Trigger to vary blower speed settings for intermittent operation. 13. BLOWER PIPES - Exclusive positive locking system. 14. FLEXIBLE PIPE - Allows for full range of movement. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 15: Contents

    PB-580 H/T CONTENTS 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. PB-580 H ____ 1 - Power Head ____ 1 - Flex Pipe...
  • Page 16: Assembly

    Do not force connection. Hold swivel pipe and turn straight pipe clockwise, engaging positive locking channels, until connection is firm. Do not force connection. 8. Assemble straight pipe with decal (K) to straight pipe (J) as in step 7. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 17: Install Blower Pipes

    (H) on handle (E). Align notch in handle with tabs (F). Install onto swivel pipe (C) past long ridges in pipe. 4. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into flexible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A). 5. Clip throttle cable into throttle cable guide loop (G). X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 18: Operation

    Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 19: Fuel

    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 20: Starting Cold Engine

    Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. PB-580 T 4. Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires, or a maximum of 5 pulls X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 21: Starting Warm Engine

    Move throttle lever (A) to “ “ (STOP) position. - PB-580 T 1. Throttle Lever Release throttle trigger. Move Throttle Lever (A) forward to idle position and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 22: Operating Blower

    Move Throttle Lever (A) all the way forward 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. Operating Blower Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.
  • Page 23: Cold Weather Operation

    Cold Weather Operation Plug For operation in cold weather, install plug in cold weather position (D), otherwise icing can occur. For operation in normal weather, install plug in warm weather position (C), otherwise over heating can occur. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 24: Adjust The Harness

    1. Loosen upper and lower buckles (A), then put blower on your back. 2. Pull strap (B) downward to adjust position of blower. 3. Pull (C) to adjust angle between your back and the blower. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 25: 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 26: Air Filter

    When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 27: 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. Cleaning Grill 1. Brush accumulated debris from intake grill between backpack frame and blower housing. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 28: Exhaust System

    Note: When cleaning carbon deposits, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 7. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. 8. Replace gasket. 9. Assemble components in reverse order. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 29 8. Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 90-110 kgf • cm (80-95 in • lbf). 9. Assemble components in reverse order. 10. Start engine, and warm to operating temperature. 11. Stop engine, and re-tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 30: Carburetor Adjustment

    3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” Page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockwise to decrease idle speed. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 31: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    4 - 6 mm (3/16-1/4 in.). 3. After adjustment, squeeze and release Throttle Trigger several times to verify Carburetor Throttle Shaft has full range of movement from idle to wide open throttle positions. 4-6 mm X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Muffler wet with fuel...
  • Page 33: Storage

    9. 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. 10. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). 11. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    Spark Plug NGK BPM8Y (Gap 0.65 mm [0.026 in.]) Fuel Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil) 50 : 1 Power Blend X or ECHO Red Armor ® ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and Fuel/Oil Ratio J.A.S.O. M345- FD, two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10% Gasoline ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE.
  • Page 35: Warranty Statements

    Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty. • ECHO’s Rapid Loader String Head carries a lifetime warranty on the line locking system, parts only; no labor. Refer to your operator’s manual for string head installation and maintenance instructions.
  • Page 36 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) 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.
  • Page 37: 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, Inc. 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 38: Notes

    NOTES PB-580 H/T NOTES X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 39 PB-580 H/T NOTES X7505200601 © 04/2015 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 40 (H): P44514001001 - P44514999999 (T): P44614001001 - P44614080844...

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