Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PB-413H Echo
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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODELS PB-413H Serial Number 02001001 - 02999999 PB-413T Serial Number 02001001 - 02999999 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 I NTRODUCTION 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 operating tips and SAFETY messages.
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 INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the Power Blower is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a Power Blower.
5 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 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.
6 SAFE OPERA TION W ARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. • Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects.
7 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL D ESCRIPTION PB-413H CONTENTS __ 1 - Power Head __ 1 - Flex Pipe __ 1 - Pipe w/swivel __ 1 - Straight Pipe __ 1 - Curved Pipe __ 1 - Operator's Manual.
8 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 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.
9 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 1 2 3 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 5 6 4 PB-413T CONTENTS __ 1 - Power Head __ 1 - Flex Pipe __ 1 - Pipe w/swivel __ 1 - Straight Pipe __ 1 - Curved Pipe __ 1 - Ope.
10 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 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.
11 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL S PECIFICA TIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- PB-413H, PB-413T Length ------------------------------------------------------- 320 mm (12.6 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 460 mm (18.
12 A SSEMBL Y PB-413H W ARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INST ALL BLOWER PIPES / STICK HANDLE 1 . Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B). 2 . Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into flexible pipe (B).
13 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL PB-413T W ARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INST ALL BLOWER PIPES 1 . Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B).
14 P RE -O PERA TION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (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.
15 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL O PERA TION • 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-413H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfort- able operating position.
16 ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE PB-413H 1. Throttle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE DETENT position. PB-413T 1. Throttle Lever/Stop Switch Move throttle lever (A) forward to idle position. Slide stop switch (B) forward to run position. PB-413H, PB-413T 2.
17 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL OPERA TING BLOWER W ARNING DANGER Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, a face filter mask and take all safety precautions or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets.
18 M AINTENANCE Your 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.
19 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: Tune Up Kit P/N 90070 NOTE Clean daily. 1 . Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed.
20 SP ARK PLUG Level 1. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge) Parts Required: Tune Up Kit P/N 90070 1 . Remove spark plug , and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean the plug or replace with a new one.
21 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1 . Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2 . Remove engine cover (five screws), pull cover away from engine. 3 . Clean cylinder fins (A) to allow cooling air to pass freely. 4 .
22 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 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.
23 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 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.
24 T ROUBLESHOOTING W ARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
25 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 2 . Place the stop switch in the "STOP" position. 3 . Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. 4 . Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required.
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ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O AKWOOD R OAD L AKE Z URICH , IL 60047 www .echo-usa.com DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO or www .echo-usa.com CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.
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