Echo WP-1000 Operator's Manual

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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
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 operations tips and SAFETY messages.
Page 3: Safety
ater PeratOr anual afeTy anual afeTy ymbols and mporTanT nformaTIon Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find 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: Typical Pump Applications
• Face cooling air intake (recoil start area) and muffler side of engine 3.3 ft. (1m) away from buildings, obstructions and other combustible objects. • Do not enclose unit, as it relies on free air circulation to cool the engine. Enclosing the unit can create a fire hazard resulting from entrapped gas fumes and overheating which can result in damage to the engine and other components.
Page 5 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. WARNING Water can be a conductor of electric current when exposed to live electrical wiring.
Page 6: Equipment
equIpmenT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect guards and shield for damage and ensure that they are securely in place. Replace if they are damaged or miss- ing.
Page 7: Description
Locate the safety decal on your unit. Make sure the decal 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 ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instruc- tions for specific information.
Page 8 1. sPARk ARREsTOR MUFFLER OR sPARk ARREsTOR MUFFLER WITh CATALysT - 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. 2.
Page 9: Contents
Due to packaging restrictions, the ECHO product you have purchased requires some assembly. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.
Page 10: Discharge Hose
dIsCharge hose Garden Hose NOTE Garden hose ranging from 13 mm (1/2 inch) to 19 mm (3/4 inch) in diameter can be used on the discharge end of this pump. 1. Remove vinyl cap from pump discharge port. 2. Attach the 25 mm to 3/4 inch adaptor (H) and washer (E) tightly onto pump discharge port.
Page 11: Operation
Echo brand premium Power Blend X Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend X , will void the two-stroke engine warranty.
Page 12 Handling Fuel 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 13: Priming The Pump
• Keeping the pump and associated equipment in good operating condition. prImIng The pump 1. All ECHO pumps are self-priming centrifugal pumps. Only a single priming operation at the beginning is needed to allow the pump to be used continuously or intermittently.
Page 14: Starting Cold Engine
WARNING Water can be conductor of electric current when exposed to live electrical wiring. Electrocution will result. • Do not operate pump in flooded basements without first shutting off electricity from outside the house. Pump should be located outside in a vented area. •...
Page 15: Starting Warm Engine
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 unit again. Cold weaTher operaTIon Pumps will not freeze when running. However, in freezing weather, re- move drain plug (A) and prime port plug (B) and drain the water from pump completely after use.
Page 16: Maintenance
If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOUR- SELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded.
Page 17: Air Filter
ater PeratOr anual aIr fIlTer Level 1. Parts required: REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. 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. 2.
Page 18: Spark Plug
spark plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded cen- ter electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3.
Page 19: Exhaust System
ater PeratOr anual NOTE The throttle cable remains assembled to the engine cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 3. Use the brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4.
Page 20 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove engine cover. See “Cleaning Cooling System” for step by step instructions.. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port.
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: Idle Speed Adjustment
(Non Emissions Models Without Limiter Caps) 1. Before adjusting the carburetor, clean or replace the air filter and spark arrester screen. 2. Fill pump housing with clean water. 3. Start engine and run for several minutes to reach operating tem- perature.
Page 23: Pump Casing
ater PeratOr anual pump CasIng Should the pump become clogged with debris: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the prime port plug (A) and drain plug (B) from the pump housing (C) and drain the water from the pump. 3.
Page 24: Troubleshooting
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Page 25: Troubleshooting Pump End
•Clean pump and impeller. then stops •Suction strainer clogs. •Clean strainer. •Pump seal worn. •Replace seal. (ECHO Dealer) •Foreign matter settled or solidified Pumps water, inside the pump. Impeller is clogged by •Remove pump casing and clean the pump then stops solid debris.
Page 26 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition Allow engine to cool then remove the spark plug cable). and pour 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug 9. Using garden hose, run clear water through the hole.
Page 27: Specifications
PeratOr anual peCIfICaTIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- WP-1000 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 310 mm (12.2 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 226 mm (8.9 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 305 mm (12.0 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 5.4 kg (11.9 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.268 in.)
Page 28: Warranty Statements
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
Page 29 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) 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.
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Page 32: 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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