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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-200 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. X753002361 X7531135301 12/05...
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.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY 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. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
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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.
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OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Repetitive Stress Injuries 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).
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 and safety manual.
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 ORDER- ING instructions for specific information.
(methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine...
Handling Fuel IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of WARNING DANGER hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or shut-off containers to reduce fuel handling or serious personal injury may result. spillage.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL STARTING COLD ENGINE • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.
Move 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.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL OPERATING BLOWER WARNING DANGER Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face filter mask or serious personal injury may result. . Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets. Read the Safety Section carefully. IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over-revving, do not block blower pipe.
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.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) Cleaning brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER Air and Filter Kit 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 filter area.
SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1. Remove spark plug lead and spark plug. 2. Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter. 3. Remove engine cover (five screws), pull cover away from engine. Loosely install spark plug to prevent dirt from entering cylinder. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely.
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. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT...
8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition carburetor. cable). 7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz.) of 9. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. fresh, clean ECHO 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.
OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- PB-200 Hand Held Length ------------------------------------------------------- 330 mm (13.0 in.) (w/o pipes) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 215 mm (8.5 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 340 mm (13.4 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 3.8 kg (8.38 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Displacement ----------------------------------------------- 21.2 cc (1.39 cu.
• Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below.
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