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POWER BLOWER
Operator's Manual
MODELS:
Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which
must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
X7501125401
PB-600
Serial Number 001001 & Up
PB-601
Serial Number 001001 & Up
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
DANGER
X750000951
05/00

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  • Page 1 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X750000951 X7501125401 05/00...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job- dependability. Read and understand this manual. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information

    See Description and Specification sections and Decals in this section for full description and illustration of power head, and blower assembly. THROTTLE POSITION THROTTLE POSITION FILTER LEVER/STOP SWITCH LEVER/STOP SWITCH FILTER BLOWER BLOWER PIPES PIPES MUFFLER MUFFLER RECOIL STARTER HANDLE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE PB-600 PB-601...

  • Page 4: Decals

    If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. GENERAL WARNING DECAL (located on top of blower housing)

  • Page 5: Equipment

    ACCESSORIES - Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged. - Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer. - Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Breathing Protection -- Wear a face mask 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: Safe Operation

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Hot Humid Weather -- 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. SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area -- - Review area to be cleared.

  • Page 8: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.

  • Page 9: Description

    SMALL NON ROAD ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. CONTENTS 1-Power Head 1-Blower Pipe Assembly 1-Plastic Bag 1- Operator's Manual 1- Warranty Registration Card 1- ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement 2- Clamps w/screws 1- Stick Handle Assembly (PB-600 Only) 1-Bottle ECHO 2-Stroke Oil Mix...
  • Page 10 PB-600 PB-601...
  • Page 11 12. LOCKING KNOB (PB-601) - Allows operator to adjust handle position for optimum comfort and control. 13. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 14. HANDLE - (PB-600) Rotates downward for throttle control access. Spring loaded for flexible operation. (PB-601) Used by operator to direct and control air flow.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Spark Arrestor Muffler Fuel Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil) Fuel/Oil Ratio 50:1 ECHO High Performance, two-stroke air cooled engine oil 89 Octane unleaded. DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more Gasoline than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE 50:1 ECHO High Performance, two-stroke air cooled engine oil 1.9 lit.

  • Page 13: Assembly

    INSTALL BLOWER PIPES STICK HANDLE PB-600 1. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into flexible pipe (B). 2. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower. 3. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B) and tighten.

  • Page 14: Install Blower Pipes Pb-601

    INSTALL BLOWER PIPES PB-601 1. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into flexible pipe (B). 2. Remove clamp screw (D) on handle (E). Spread clamp and install onto straight pipe with swivel (C). 3. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (G) on blower. 4.

  • Page 15: Pre-Operation

    NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD approved oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty.
  • Page 16 Handling Fuel WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. •...

  • Page 17: Operation

    - 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. - Rotate spring loaded throttle handle downward to a comfortable operating position (PB-600 only). STARTING COLD ENGINE PB-600 (PB-600) 1A.

  • Page 18: Starting Warm Engine

    DANGER PB-601 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 blower again. OPERATING BLOWER WARNING DANGER Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, a face filter mask and take all safety precautions or serious personal injury may result.
  • Page 19 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL PB-600 IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over revving, do not block blower pipe opening. 1. Use only during appropriate hours. PB-601 2. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    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. If task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25mm - 50mm (1 in. - 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: Tune-up Kit P/N 90067 NOTE Clean daily. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed.

  • Page 22: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG Level 1. Tools required: 3/4" Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge), Parts Required: Tune-Up Kit P/N 90067 1. Remove spark plug , and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean.

  • Page 23: Exhaust System

    3. Install spark arrestor screen, gaskets, and cover. Install spark plug and engine cover. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT GENERAL Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, tachometer (Echo P/N 99051130017) Parts required: none. NOTE Do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If you have difficultly, see your ECHO dealer.
  • Page 24 Before Adjustment Check that: - Air filter is clean and properly installed. - Spark arrestor screen and muffler are free of carbon. - Blower pipes are installed. Initial Adjustment 1. With engine off, turn HI speed screw (C) counterclockwise to stop.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    No fuel at Fuel strainer clogged Clean Cranks carburetor carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean Carburetor See your ECHO deale Fuel at No fuel at Carburetor See your ECHO deale cylinde cylinde Muffler wet Fuel Mixture is too ric Open choke...

  • Page 26: Storage

    7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz., 1/2 tablespoon) of fresh, clean ECHO 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.
  • Page 27 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...

  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above:...

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Pb-601

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