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Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly 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.
The Operator’s Manual ........................ 3 Servicing information ......................... 3 Parts/Serial Number........................3 Service ............................3 Echo Consumer Product Support ....................3 Product Registration ........................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals .................... 3 Safety..............................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..............4 International Symbols ........................
Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.
SAFETY PB-760 LN H/T SAFETY 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.
PB-760 LN H/T SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and Carburetor Carburetor understand Fuel and oil Adjustment - Adjustment - owners mixture Low speed High speed manual. mixture mixture Wear eye, ear Carburetor and head...
Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
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ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
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SAFETY PB-760 LN H/T Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) 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 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.
EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) PB-760 LN H/T EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission...
Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) 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 instructions for specific information.
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DESCRIPTION PB-760 LN H/T 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 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.
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Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) 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 instructions for specific information.
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DESCRIPTION PB-760 LN H/T 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 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.
PB-760 LN H/T CONTENTS CONTENTS 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. PB-760 LN H ____ 1 - Power Head...
ASSEMBLY PB-760 LN H/T ASSEMBLY PB-760 LN H 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 flexible pipe (B). 2. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into flexible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A).
PB-760 LN H/T ASSEMBLY Note: Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. For more information Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be scan this QR code. tightened. If loosening occurs, remove two straight pipes and install according to instructions7 & 8.
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ASSEMBLY PB-760 LN H/T 3. Position cable along the outside of elbow (D). Loosen knob (H) on handle (E). Align notch in handle with tabs (F). Install onto swivel pipe (C) past long ridges in pipe. 4. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into flexible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A).
Fuel 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 problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
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OPERATION PB-760 LN H/T • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING! •...
• 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. • (PB-760 LN H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable operating position. - PB-760 LN H PB-760 LN H 1.
Move Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button (A) all the way forward to STOP position. 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 unit again. X7531125901...
1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. PB-760 LN H 3. PB-760 LN H Set engine speed with throttle lever (A). PB-760 LN T Control engine speed with throttle trigger (C), or for...
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OPERATION PB-760 LN H/T Cold Weather Operation: 1. Remove back cushion (A) from frame. 2. Install intake cover (B) on frame over air intake. 3. Install back cushion (A) to frame over intake cover. Note: Blower performance may be reduced slightly.
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-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded.
MAINTENANCE PB-760 LN H/T Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: REPOWER TUNE UP 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.
PB-760 LN H/T MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit 0.65 mm Use only NGK BPM-6Y spark plug (BPMR-6Y in Canada) (0.026 in.) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.
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PB-760 LN H/T Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. Idle Adjustment Before adjustment make sure that: •...
PB-760 LN H/T TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder...
STORAGE PB-760 LN H/T STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)
Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty. • ECHO’s Rapid Loader String Head carries a lifetime warranty on the line locking system, parts only; no labor. Refer to your operator’s manual for string head installation and maintenance instructions.
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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. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual.
Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.