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Echo PB-460LN Operator's Manual

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Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im-
properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator's
manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury.
X7531121804
PB-460LN
WARNING
X753002784
04/13

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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im- properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 3: Safety

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will fi nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
  • Page 4 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such informa- tion, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker. Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fi...
  • Page 5 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fi ngers, 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 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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.

  • Page 7: Description

    Hot Decal (near muffl er) If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specifi c information.

  • Page 8: Contents

    1. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable air fi lter element. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. Spark plug is located under the cover on LN models. 3. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST - The muffl er or catalytic muffl...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL SSEMBLY WARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INSTALL BLOWER PIPES STICK HANDLE 1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of fl exible pipe (B). 2. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into fl exible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A).

  • Page 10: Operation

    WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance prob- lems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.

  • Page 11: Handling Fuel

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY fl ammable. 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 fl ames or sparks near fuel. •...

  • Page 12: Starting Cold Engine

    STARTING COLD ENGINE • 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 fi rmly. • Rotate throttle handle downward to a comfortable operating posi- tion.

  • Page 13: Starting Warm Engine

    2. Move throttle lever (A) to "O" (Stop) position. WARNING If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi- tion, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using blower again.

  • Page 14: Operating Blower

    OPERATING BLOWER WARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in- jury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. WARNING Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, a face fi...

  • Page 15: 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 16: Air Fi Lter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Parts required: Tune Up Kit NOTE Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to cleaning air fi lter. 1. Brush dirt off air cleaner area. Keep dirt away from engine and air intake grid. 2.

  • Page 17: Fuel Filter

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL FUEL FILTER Level 1. Parts required: Tune Up Kit DANGER Fuel is VERY fl ammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank.

  • Page 18: Cooling System

    COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level 2. Parts Required: None, if you are careful. IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air mustpass freely through the cylinder fi n area. This fl ow of air carriescombustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •...
  • Page 19 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark arrestor screen, Gaskets (3) IMPORTANT Carbon deposits in muffl er will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodi- cally.

  • Page 20: Exhaust Port Cleaning

    Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove engine cover. See “Cleaning Cylinder Fins” for step by step instructions. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffl er (A) gasket (B), and heat shield (C). 3.

  • Page 21: Carburetor Adjustment

    (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be ad- justed by an authorized ECHO service dealer. IMPORTANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result.
  • Page 22 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 emission limits and over rich ad-...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL ROUBLESHOOTING i a r i l l r e l i l y i l y r e l f f u r e l h t i r u t r / n t l i f s t r r e l t ' n...

  • Page 24: Storage

    TORAGE WARNING During operation the muffl er or catalytic muffl er and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of fl ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte- nance which includes the following: 1.

  • Page 25: Specifi Cations

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-460LN Length ------------------------------------------------------ 325 mm (12.8 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 520 mm (20.5 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 435 mm (17.1 in.) Weight (dry) ----------------------------------------------- 12.0 kg (26.4 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Displacement ----------------------------------------------- 44.0 cc (2.69 cu.

  • Page 26: Warranty Statements

    ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair or replace at ECHO’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized ECHO servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions.
  • Page 27 . Gasohol which contains a is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual. of unauthorized attachments.

  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. ECHO, INCORPORATED...

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