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- Page 1 1Top cover OPERATOR'S MANUAL PB-255ES WARNING READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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Page 2: Important Information
Always keep your manual in a place where it is readily accessible. If you have lost your manual or it is damaged and no longer readable, please purchase a new one from your ECHO DEALER. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents For safe use of your product....................4 Warning notices ......................4 Other indicators ......................4 Symbols ......................... 4 Location in which the safety decal is attached............... 6 Handling fuel........................7 Handling the engine....................... 8 Handling the product ..................... 9 Packing list........................ -
Page 4: For Safe Use Of Your Product
For safe use of your product For safe use of your product Be careful to read this section before using your product. The precautions described in this section contain important safety information. Please observe them carefully. You must also read the precautions that appear in the body of the manual itself. Text following a [diamond mark] mark describes the potential consequences of failing to observe the precaution. - Page 5 For safe use of your product Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica- Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica- tion tion Choke Control Do not use the product in plac- "Cold Start" es with poor ventilation Position (Choke Closed) Choke Control "Run" Beware of fire Position (Choke Open) Beware of electric shocks...
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Page 6: Location In Which The Safety Decal Is Attached
If the decal becomes unreadable due to wear and tear or damage, or peels off and is lost, please purchase a replacement decal from your ECHO DEALER and attach it in the location shown in the illustrations below. Ensure that the decal is readable at all times. -
Page 7: Handling Fuel
If you do find fuel leaks or discharges, stop using the Tighten the fuel tank cap securely after refuelling. product immediately and contact your ECHO DEALER Fuel spills can cause fire and burns when ignited. to have it repaired. -
Page 8: Handling The Engine
You could burn yourself. once the engine starts. Do not use the product if there Remove the spark plug cap before performing checks are abnormal vibrations or sounds. Contact your ECHO and maintenance DEALER to have it repaired. An accident could occur if the product starts unexpectedly. -
Page 9: Handling The Product
For safe use of your product Handling the product General precautions WARNING Operator's manual Loaning or assigning your product Be careful to read the operator's manual When loaning your product to another party, ensure properly before using your product in or- that the person borrowing the product receives the op- der to ensure correct operation. - Page 10 For safe use of your product Precautions for use WARNING Users of the product Turn off the engine when moving around The product should not be used by: When moving around in the situations described below, people who are tired turn off the engine and move with the product shouldered.
- Page 11 (RSI). Contact your ECHO DEALER for repair. To reduce the risk of RSI, do the following: Continuing to use parts when they are damaged could lead Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted to an accident or serious injury.
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Page 12: Packing List
Packing list Packing list The following parts are packed separately in the packing box. When you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains. Contact your ECHO DEALER if anything is missing or broken. Number Part name Quantity... -
Page 13: Description
Description Description 1. Stop switch "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. 9. Purge bulb Pumping purge bulb before starting engine Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from the 2. -
Page 14: Before You Start
Before you start Before you start Assembly WARNING Read the operator's manual carefully to ensure that you assemble the product correctly. Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running. Using a product that has been incorrectly assembled could lead to an accident or serious injury. Install blower pipes Stand unit upright on blower base. - Page 15 Before you start Install vacuum tube(OPTIONAL) a. Vacuum tube b. Debris bag c. Vacuum elbow Turn knob anticlockwise until hinged housing cover is free to open for vacuum tube installation. 1. Knob Opening housing cover, slide recess (G) on vacuum tube into locking rib (H) , and turn the vacuum tube clockwise so that it would be locked.
- Page 16 Before you start Align locking ribs (J) on vacuum elbow with recesses (B) in locking ring, and slide vacuum elbow into locking ring. 1. Vacuum elbow After pushing vacuum elbow all the way in fan case so that line (K) will meet locking ring, rotate locking ring clockwise 1/8 turn to lock vacuum elbow in place.
- Page 17 Before you start Remove blower pipes Release locking ring with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate ring so that lock symbol (A) is at top of ring. 1. Blower pipe(main pipe) Remove pipes from locking ring. 1. Blower pipe(main pipe) 2.
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Page 18: Preparing The Fuel
If you do find fuel leaks or discharges, stop using the product immediately and contact your ECHO DEALER to have it repaired. If the fuel ignites, it could cause burns and fire. -
Page 19: Engine Operation
Engine operation Engine operation Starting the engine WARNING When starting the engine, observe the precautions described from Page 4 in the section "For safe use of your prod- uct" to ensure that you operate the product correctly. Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality. NOTE Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to 1. Stop switch 2. Throttle position lever STOP position, close choke - position - to stall engine. 3. Throttle trigger Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using blower again. -
Page 21: Operation
Operation Operation Operating blower WARNING Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, face filter mask and take all safety precautions or serious personal in- jury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets. IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over revving, do not block blower pipe opening. -
Page 22: Operating Vacuum(Optional)
Also, vacuuming up sticky material like mud or fallen leaves turning to leaf mold may cause fan case or pipe to clog. Contact the local ECHO dealer in your area should you notice a significant decrease in suction power or abnormal vibrations using your unit. -
Page 23: Maintenance And Care
Time intervals are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. Maintenance and care If you have any questions or problems, please contact your ECHO DEALER. Cleaning air filter Tools required:25-50 mm (1-2 in.) Cleaning brush... - Page 24 High Altitude Adjustment High altitude adjustment is not required for proper operation of this engine. Tools required: Screwdriver, tachometer (Echo P/N 99051130017) Parts required:None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburettor is set in com- pliance with Emission Regulations.
- Page 25 Maintenance and care operating choke twice to clear air from carburettor cham- bers. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw should be set to the specifica- tions found on Page 29"Specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw clockwise to increase idle speed;...
- Page 26 ® Do not operate SHRED'N'VAC if shredder blade is damaged or broken. Return unit to Echo Dealer for service. With engine stopped, remove spark plug wire, remove vac- uum tube from unit. Remove accumulated debris from blade and inspect for damage.
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Page 27: Troubleshooting Table
ECHO DEALER. Do not attempt to dismantle the product. Consult your ECHO DEALER in the event of a problem that is not covered in the table above, or other such concerns. For spare parts and consumables, please use only genuine parts and designated products and components. Using parts from other manufacturers or non-designated components may result in a malfunction. -
Page 28: Long-Term Storage(30 Days Or More)
Fit the spark plug. (Do not connect the spark plug cap. ) Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. 1. Spark plug 2. Spark plug cap Please contact your ECHO DEALER in order to dispose of the product or its parts in compliance with national laws. -
Page 29: Specifications
Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol. Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ISO-L-EGD Stand- ard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC,FD grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil. Ratio 50 : 1 (2%) - Page 30 1Notes and rear cover MEMORANDUM X750-016 98 0 X750 118-240 0 2007...
- Page 31 MEMORANDUM X750-016 98 0 X750 118-240 0 2007...
- Page 32 7-2 SUEHIROCHO 1-CHOME, OHME, TOKYO 198-8760, JAPAN PHONE: 81-428-32-6118. FAX: 81-428-32-6145. X750-016 98 0 Printed in Japan 0x0xxxx zzzz ES X750 118-240 0 © 2007...