Echo PB-500 H Operator's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Echo Manuals
  4. Blower
  5. PB-500 H
  6. Operator's manual

Echo PB-500 H Operator's Manual

Power blower
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

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 and a safety manual. Both 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.
X7505200007
© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.
PB-500 H/T
Power Blower
Burn Hazard

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Echo PB-500 H

Summary of Contents for Echo PB-500 H

  • 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 and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • 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 PB-500 H/T 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

    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) X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 6: 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 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.

  • Page 8: 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 9: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) • Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged. • Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.

  • Page 10: 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 11 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 12 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 13 13. LOCKING KNOB - Allows operator to adjust handle position for optimum comfort and control. 14. BLOWER PIPES - Exclusive positive locking system. 15. FLEXIBLE PIPE - Allows for full range of movement. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 14: Contents

    CONTENTS PB-500 H/T 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-500 H ____ 1 - Power Head ____ 1 - Flex Pipe...

  • Page 15: 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 16: Install Blower Pipes

    Align notch in handle with tabs (F). Install onto swivel pipe (C) past long ridges in pipe. 5. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into flexible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A). 6. Clip throttle cable into throttle cable guide loop (G). X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 17 Note: Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. For more information Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be scan this QR code. tightened. If loosening occurs, remove two straight pipes and install according to instructions 8 & 9. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 18: 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 19 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 20: Starting Cold Engine

    • Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. • (PB-500 H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable operating position. - PB-500 H PB-500 H 1.

  • Page 21: Starting Warm Engine

    Move Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button (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. X7505200007...

  • Page 22: Operating Blower

    1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. PB-500 H 3. PB-500 H Set engine speed with throttle lever (A). PB-500 T Control engine speed with throttle trigger (B), or for...

  • Page 23: 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 24: 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 26: Exhaust System

    1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) muffler gasket (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 27: 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 28 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 29: 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 30: 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. X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Average Air Speed w/pipes 72.87 m/sec (163 mph) Maximum Air Speed w/pipes 87.17 m/sec (195 mph) Air Volume 13.17 m /min. (465 cu. ft./min.) Sound Level at 50 ft. dB(A) scale per ANSI 70 dB(A) B175.265 dB(A) X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 32: 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 33 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 X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 34: Notes

    NOTES PB-500 H/T NOTES X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 PB-500 H/T NOTES X7505200007 © 02/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 36 (H) P02311001001/P02311999999 (T) P02011001001/P02011999999 (H) P33011001001/P33011999999 (T) P32911001001/P32911999999 (H) P02112001001/P02112999999 (T) P02212001001/P02212999999 (H) P31312001001/P31312999999 (T) P31212001001/P31212999999...

This manual is also suitable for:

Pb-500 t

Table of Contents