Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PB-230LN Echo
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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-230LN Serial Number 003001001 & Up X750001870 08/00 X7501139500 W ARNING 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.
2 W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Introduction ...................................
3 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL IMPORTANT NOTE M ANUAL S AFETY S YMBOLS AND I MPORT ANT I NFORMA TION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words.
4 Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Read and understand Operator's Manual. Fuel and oil mixture INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol descr.
5 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL FUEL W ARNING 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.
6 Eye Protection -- Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the blower. Hand Protection -- Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
7 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL SAFE OPERA TION Determine Operation Area -- • Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. • Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects.
8 EXTENDED OPERA TION / EXTREME CONDITIONS V ibration and Cold -- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold.
9 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY: YEHXS.0254CB DISPLACEMENT: 22.8 CC THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHASE II EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S.O.R.E. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
10 1. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradually for best operating technique.
11 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL S PECIFICA TIONS L E D O M d l e H d n a H N L 0 3 2 - B P h t g n e L ) s e p i p o / w ( ) . n i 2 . 3 1 ( m m 5 3 3 h t d i W ) . n i 3 . 9 ( m m 5 3 2 t h g i e H ) . n i 8 . 4 1 ( m m 5 7 3 ) y r d ( t h g i e W ) .
12 P RE -O PERA TION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved.
13 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Mixing Instructions 1 . Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2 . Add 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3 . Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4 . Add remaining gasoline and remix.
14 A B C O PERA TION • 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.
15 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 5 . Place the blower on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (E) until engine fires. 6 . After engine fires, move choke lever to “Run” position and pull recoil starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs.
16 OPERA TING BLOWER W ARNING 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.
17 S OPLADOR MOTORIZADO M ANUAL DEL OPERADOR M ANTENIMIENTO Su soplador ECHO está diseñado para proporcionar muchas horas de servicio sin problemas. El mantenimiento programado regular permitirá que el soplador alcance ese objetivo.
18 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 REPOWER TM Air and Fuel 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.
19 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL W ARNING DANGER Do not perform maintenance on the engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise serious personal injury may occur.
20 Cleaning Grill 1 . Brush accumulated debris from crankcase intake grille above the fuel tank. Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1 . Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter. 2 . Remove four engine cover screws and remove cover from engine. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely.
21 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Cylinder Exhaust Port Level 3. IMPORTANT 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.
22 W ARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug against cylinder, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
23 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL W ARNING DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover becomes hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.
DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO or www .echo-usa.com CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8 - 5 Mon - Fri C.S.T. ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O AKWOOD R OAD L AKE Z URICH , IL 60047 www .
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