Echo PB-603 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
MODEL
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.
X7501125501
PB-603
Serial Number 03001001 - 03999999
WARNING
DANGER
X750002271
04/03

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  • Page 1 Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-603 Serial Number 03001001 - 03999999 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. X750002271 X7501125501 04/03...
  • 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

    Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 4: International Symbols

    Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a blower. Physical Condition Hearing Protection Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever • if you are tired or sick, unit is used. • if you are taking medication, •...
  • Page 5: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which following: affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold.
  • Page 6: Safe Operation

    SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated Noise Control areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause • Follow local noise regulations on sound serious injury or death. levels and hours of operations. Use only during appropriate hours.
  • Page 7: Description

    ___ 1 - Straight Pipe ___ 1 - Straight Pipe w/decal ___ 1 - Operator's Manual ___ 1 - Warranty Registration Card ___ 1 - ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement ___ 1 - Plastic Bag 2 - Clamps w/screws 2 - Cable Ties...
  • Page 8 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER - The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- PB-603 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 320 mm (12.6 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 460 mm (18.1 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 480 mm (18.9 in.) (in blower configuration w/side handle) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 8.7 kg (19.3 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Displacement ----------------------------------------------- 58.2 cc (3.56 cu.
  • Page 10: Assembly

    (D). NOTE Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle/ low idle extremes are adjusted properly, if not, consult your Echo Dealer. 8. Assemble straight pipe (J) to pipe with swivel (C), turning straight pipe counter-clockwise to lock in place.
  • Page 11: Pre-Operation

    Echo premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed Storage at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. your local government for the laws affecting your area.
  • Page 12: Operation

    PERATION • Check unit for loose nuts, bolts, and screws daily. • 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. STARTING COLD ENGINE 1.
  • Page 13: Starting Warm Engine

    Slide stop switch (B) to Stop position. WARNING DANGER 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.
  • Page 14: Operating Blower

    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 a task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.
  • Page 15: Maintenance Intervals

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS n i l t I - t l i t l i n i l l f f l i o s t l t n i l l i...
  • Page 16: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning brush. Parts required: REPOWER Tune Up Kit P/N 90072 NOTE Clean daily. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area.
  • Page 17: Spark Plug

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 1. Tools required: 19 mm Spark Plug deep socket, feeler gauge Parts Required: REPOWER Tune Up Kit P/N 90072 1. Remove spark plug, and check for fouling, and worn or rounded center electrode. 2.
  • Page 18: Exhaust System

    The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service.
  • Page 19: Carburetor Adjustment

    Then turn the low-speed needle rich (CCW) until the engine does not hesitate on acceleration. DO NOT REMOVE LIMITER CAPS! Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, tachometer (Echo P/N 99051130017) Parts required: None. NOTE Do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If you have difficulty, see your ECHO dealer.
  • Page 20 Initial Adjustment 1. With engine off, turn HI speed screw (C) counterclockwise to stop. 2. Turn LO speed screw (B) midway between stops. 3. Turn idle screw (A) until tip of screw just touches throttle plate; then turn three (3) turns clockwise. Final Adjustment IMPORTANT Limiter caps prevent exceeding C.A.R.B.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL ROUBLESHOOTING n i l n i l n i l t l i f l f f t ' n c t i c t i t n I c t i i t c t l i f t l i f / s t t l i f...
  • Page 22: Storage

    2. Place the stop switch in the "STOP" position. 7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean ECHO 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris through the spark plug hole.
  • Page 23 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...
  • Page 24: Servicing Information

    • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog, or $1.50 per Operator's Manual, made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the 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 below.

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