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X7722271404 / X772000164
SHRED 'N' VAC
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.
X7501182803
© 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
ES-250
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 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

    Primer Bulb Use two near fuel ON / OFF handed 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) X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 5: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Breathing Protection Wear a facemask 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 6 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.

  • Page 7: Equipment

    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.

  • Page 8: 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. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 9: 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 10 13. THROTTLE POSITION LEVER - Pull back to increase engine speed. Friction washers maintain throttle lever setting. 14. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradually for best operating technique. 15. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable air filter element. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 11: Contents

    ES-250 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. ____ 1 - Power Head ____ 1 - Blower Pipe (upper)

  • Page 12: Assembly

    Note: Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened. If loosening occurs, remove lower straight Blower Pipe Lower pipe, and install according to instructions 3 & 4. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 13: Remove Blower Pipes

    (K), and turn the vacuum tube clockwise so that it is locked. Note: Engine will not start/operate unless safety interlock switch (K) is activated by the vacuum tube. Install Bag 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 14 Assure short locking rib (C) faces downward. Slide elbow pipe into fan case until a clicking sound is heard. 3. Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow (D), and cinch bag securely with Velcro strap (E). X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: 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 16: Starting Cold Engine

    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. Starting Cold Engine 1. Stop Switch X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 17: Starting Warm Engine

    The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Throttle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle positions. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 18: Stopping Engine

    Move stop switch (A) 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 trimmer again. Operating Blower Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.

  • Page 19: Shred ' N' Vac Operation

    SHRED ‘ N’ VAC ® Operation Flying debris hazard. Never operate unit as a vacuum unless discharge elbow is installed and debris bag is securely cinched to elbow. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injuries. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 20: Shred ' N' Vac Troubleshooting

    Vacuum tube difficult to install or Tube/housing fit tight. Apply small amount of soapy remove from unit water to end of tube to ease assembly or removal. Turns tube 1/4 turn to loosen for removal. X7501182803 © 03/2013 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

    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. X7501182803 © 03/2013 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. Cleaning Grill 1. Brush accumulated debris from crankcase intake grill above the fuel tank. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 24: Exhaust System

    1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: Carburetor Adjustment

    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: Shredder Blade

    Do not operate SHRED ‘N’ VAC ® if shredder blade is damaged or broken. Return unit to Echo Dealer for service. 3. Install vacuum tube. Refer to “Install Vacuum Tube and Bag Assembly” in assembly section for correct assembly procedures.

  • Page 27: 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 Clean/replace air filter...

  • 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). 9. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Average Air Speed w/pipes (MPH) 61.24 m/sec (137 mph) Maximum Air Speed w/pipes (MPH) 73.76 m/sec (165 mph) Air Volume 11.07 m3/min. (391 cu. ft./min.) Sound Level at 50 ft. dB(A) scale per 70 dB(A) ANSI B175.265 dB(A) X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 30: Warranty Statements

    PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO ECHO PRODUCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED ECHO DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS. 1-800-432-ECHO.
  • Page 31 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS (&+2 3RZHU %OHQGŒ 7ZR6WURNH 2LO THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY: PD[LPXP ® DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES MERCHANTABILITY 99922201032 11/18/2011 X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 32: Notes

    NOTES ES-250 NOTES X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 33 ES-250 NOTES X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34 NOTES ES-250 X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 ES-250 NOTES X7501182803 © 03/2013 ECHO Inc.
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