Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PB-770H Echo
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Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL: PB-770H PB-770T W ARNING 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 INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Read and understand Operator's Manual.
4 Physical Condition Your 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 Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.
5 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Repetitive S tress Injuries 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.
6 W ARNING Use only ECHO approved 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.
7 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 10 11 12 1 2 3 5 6 7 D ESCRIPTION PB-770H Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer.
8 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 3. 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.
9 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 10 11 12 13 14 6 15 P/N 89016009461 General W arning Decal (located on blower housing) P/N X505002310 Hot Decal (near muffler) 74 Category III dB(A) Measured at 50 ft.
10 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 3. 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.
11 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL C ONTENTS PB-770H __ 1 - Power Head __ 1 - Flex Pipe __ 1 - Pipe w/swivel __ 1 - Straight Pipe __ 1 - Straight Pipe w/decal __ 1 - Operator's Manual .
12 A SSEMBL Y PB-770H W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INST ALL BLOWER PIPES / STICK HANDLE ( H ) 1 . Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B). 2 . Assemble swivel pipe (C) into flexible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A).
13 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL PB-770T W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INST ALL BLOWER PIPES ( T ) 1 . Place guide loop (G) across clamp, and turn until clip fully engages clamp band.
14 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.
15 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 the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
16 ST ARTING COLD ENGINE • 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-770H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable operating position.
17 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. PB-770H 1.
18 Read the Safety Section on pages 3 - 6 carefully. IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over-revving, do not block blower pipe opening. 1 . Use only during appropriate hours. 2 . Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. 3. PB-770H Set engine speed with throttle lever (A).
19 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Cold W eather 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.
20 MAINTENANCE INTERV ALS 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.
21 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: Tune Up Kit NOTE Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to cleaning air filter. 1 . Brush dirt off air cleaner area.
22 SP ARK PLUG Level 1. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge Parts Required: Repower TM Tune Up Kit IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug (BPMR8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1 . Remove spark plug , and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.
23 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL COOLING SYSTEM Level 2. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush, Torx L-Wrench T27 Parts Required: None, if you are careful. IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area.
24 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 Tools required: Wood or plastic scraper, Torx L-Wrench T27 Parts Required: As needed: Muffler gasket 1 . Remove air filter cover. 2 . Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (10 screws). 3 . Place piston at top dead center.
25 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 5 . Inspect muffler gasket, and replace if damaged. 6 . Install muffler gasket and muffler. 7 . Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 95-130 in•lbf (110-150 kgf•cm). 8 . Install engine cover and attach spark plug lead.
26 A Idle Adjustment Before adjustment make sure that: • Air filter is clean and properly installed. • Spark arrestor screen and muffler are free of carbon.
27 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
28 S TORAGE W ARNING 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.
29 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-770H, PB-770T Length PB-770H ------------------------------------------ 375mm (14.8 in.) (w/o pipes) Length PB-770T ------------------------------------------- 375mm (14.
30 ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship.
31 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES GDUHVLGHQWLDORUQRQLQFRPHSURGXFLQJZDUUDQW G.
32 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.) a re pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE).
33 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL NOTES.
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ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O AKWOOD R OAD L AKE Z URICH , IL 60047 www .echo-usa.com CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T. S ER VICING I NFORMA TION P ARTS / SERIAL NUMBER Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer.
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