Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PB-255 Echo
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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-255 X753002695 01/10 X7531 180205 W ARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides this Operator's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe opera- tion.
2 Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. T a b l e o f C o n T e n T s Introduction ................................................................ 2 - The Operator's Manual ....................................... 2 Safety .
3 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s a f e T y m a n u a l s a f e T y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r T a n T I n f o r m a T I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words.
4 Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.
5 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
6 e q u I p m e n T C h e C k W ARNING 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.
7 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l d e s C r I p T I o n Locate the safety decal on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer .
8 C o n T e n T s 1 - Power Head 1 - Blower Pipe (main) 1 - Blower Pipe (fan-head) 1 - Operator's Manual 1 - W arranty Registration Card 1 - Echo Power Blend X TM 2-stroke oil sample Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-255 X753002680 08/06 X7531180000 WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instruct ions carefully.
9 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l a s s e m b l y W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. b l o w e r a p p l I C a T I o n Install Blower Pipes 1.
10 NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual.
11 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VER Y 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.
12 s T a r T I n g C o l d e n g I n e 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Thr ottle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke Move choke (C) to Cold Start ( ) Position.
13 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s T a r T I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2.
14 Read the Safety Section carefully . IMPOR T ANT T o avoid engine damage due to over -revving, do not block blower pipe. 1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Control engine speed with throttle trigger (F), or for continu- ous use, set engine speed with throttle position lever (B).
15 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l Y our ECHO blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your blower achieve that goal. 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.
16 f u e l f I l T e r Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 200-250 mm (8-10 in.) length of wire with one end bent into a hook. Clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel container . Parts r equir ed: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FIL TER KIT . DANGER Fuel is VER Y ammable.
17 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l C o o l I n g s y s T e m Level 2. T ools r equir ed: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush, 4 mm Hex W rench Parts Requir ed: None, if you are careful. IMPOR T ANT T o maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder n area.
18 e x h a u s T s y s T e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools r equir ed: Cross Head Screwdriver , 4 mm Hex W rench, Soft metal brush Parts Requir ed: Spark arrestor screen, Gasket IMPOR T ANT Carbon deposits in mufer will cause a drop in engine output and overheating.
19 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l C a r b u r e T o r a d j u s T m e n T Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break- in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize.
20 DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
21 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s T o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover becomes hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.
22 s p e C I f I C a T I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-255 Length ------------------------------------------------------ 340 mm (13.4 in.) (w/o pipes) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 270 mm (10.
23 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l w a r r a n T y s T a T e m e n T s ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S.
24 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES .
25 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIW A BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.
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CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T . ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d l a k e Z u r I C h , Il 60047-1564 www .echo-usa.com P0771 1001001/P0771 1999999 P091 12001001/P091 12999999 DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www .
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