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Operator's
Power Blower
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.
This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7505200905
© 11/2018 ECHO Inc.
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EB600RT

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual EB600RT Power Blower 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS EB600RT TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts/Serial Number................3 Service ....................4 Consumer Product Support ..............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......4 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    SERVICING INFORMATION Parts/Serial Number Genuine SHINDAIWA Parts and Assemblies for your SHINDAIWA products are available only from an Authorized SHINDAIWA Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you.

  • Page 4: Service

    Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877-986-7783. Dealer information is also available on WWW.SHINDAIWA-USA.COM.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    EB600RT SAFETY The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided.
  • Page 6 SAFETY EB600RT Symbol Description Symbol Description Fuel and Oil Hot Surface Mixture Idle speed Fast speed Finger severing Primer Bulb DO NOT Allow Ignition Flames or Sparks ON / OFF Near Fuel Choke Control DO NOT Smoke “COLD START” Near Fuel...

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    EB600RT SAFETY Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 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. Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed.
  • Page 8 SAFETY EB600RT Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection 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 may be worn over ◆...
  • Page 9 EB600RT SAFETY Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.
  • Page 10 SAFETY EB600RT Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).
  • Page 11 EB600RT SAFETY Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manual • Provide all users of this equipment with literature for instructions on safe operation.

  • Page 12: Equipment

    SAFETY EB600RT Equipment Use only 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.

  • Page 13: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    EB600RT EMISSION CONTROL EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission...

  • Page 14: Description

    DESCRIPTION EB600RT 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 dealer. Safety label is for example only.
  • Page 15 EB600RT DESCRIPTION Safety Decal Spark Plug Spark Arrestor - Catalytic Muffler / Muffler Recoil Starter Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Cap Shoulder Harness Choke Purge Bulb 10. Handle 11. Throttle Position Lever 12. Throttle Trigger 13. Blower Pipes 14. Flexible Pipe X7505200905 ©...

  • Page 16: Contents

    CONTENTS EB600RT CONTENTS The Shindaiwa product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.
  • Page 17 EB600RT ASSEMBLY Note: Anti-static wire prior to assembly. Route anti-static wire below fan housing and clip wire into throttle cable retaining clip (X). Position wire outside blower elbow. Insert anti-static wire through flex tube. Leave enough slack in anti-static wire to allow for full rotation of elbow.
  • Page 18 ASSEMBLY EB600RT Note: Hang handle freely from blower to assure throttle cable is not twisted before installing handle (E). Position cable along the outside of elbow. Loosen knob (H) on handle (E). Align notches in handle with tabs (F) and install onto swivel pipe (C) past long ridges in pipe.

  • Page 19: Operation

    EB600RT OPERATION OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

  • Page 20: Fuel

    2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A 2-stroke engine oil, such as Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils meet these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O.
  • Page 21 AVOID repeated or prolonged skin contact. ◆ AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors. ◆ Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable.

  • Page 22: Starting Cold Engine

    OPERATION EB600RT Mixing Instructions Fuel to Oil Mix – 50:1 Ratio Fill an approved fuel container Metric with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of gal. fl. oz. engine oil to gasoline. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
  • Page 23 EB600RT OPERATION Throttle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE position. Choke Move choke (B) UP to COLD START ( ) position. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

  • Page 24: Starting Warm Engine

    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 Shindaiwa dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. X7505200905...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    EB600RT MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

  • Page 26: Maintenance Intervals

    MAINTENANCE EB600RT Maintenance Intervals SKILL COMPONENT/SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Clean Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 3 Months Air Filter Replace...

  • Page 27: Fuel Filter

    EB600RT MAINTENANCE CLOSE choke (COLD START ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter.

  • Page 28: Spark Plug

    MAINTENANCE EB600RT Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When...

  • Page 29: Cooling System

    EB600RT MAINTENANCE 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. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •...

  • Page 30: Exhaust System

    MAINTENANCE EB600RT Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. Remove spark plug. Remove starter.
  • Page 31 EB600RT MAINTENANCE Remove spark plug. Remove starter Remove engine cover. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) heat shield (B). Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port.

  • Page 32: Carburetor Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE EB600RT Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.

  • Page 33: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    EB600RT MAINTENANCE Start engine, run at idle for one minute. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING EB600RT TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status...
  • Page 35 EB600RT TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Contaminants or Replace filter or Fuel filter dirty residue in fuel replace fuel Engine Fuel vent Contaminated...

  • Page 36: Storage

    STORAGE EB600RT STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)

  • Page 37: Specifications

    EB600RT SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EB600RT 379 mm (14.92in.) Length (w/o pipes) 478 mm (18.82 in.) Width (w/o pipes) 459 mm (18.07 in.) Height (w/o pipes) Weight (dry) (w/o 10.3 kg (22.7 lb.) pipes) Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Engine Type 46.0 mm (1.81 in.)

  • Page 38: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Shindaiwa Power Equipment Please go to http://www.shindaiwa-usa.com 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 39 EB600RT PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7505200905 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 40 P45713001001 - P45713999999 P48213001001 - P48213999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 -usa www.shindaiwa .com...

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