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WARNING

   

   

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.

SHRED 'N' VAC

®

Operator's Manual

MODEL

ES-231

Serial Number 06001001 - 06001247

X753000370
03/03

X7531130700

Summary of Contents for 06001247

Page 1: ...feoperationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthis Operator sManualwhichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation SHRED N VAC Operator s Manual MODEL ES 231 Serial Number 06001001 06001247...

Page 2: ...ge 22 ServicingInformation 24 Parts Service 24 ECHO Consumer Product Support 24 Warranty Card 24 Additional or Replacement Manuals 24 P age 9 Supplement SUP22203709 25 Specifications descriptions and...

Page 3: ...s prohibited IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit SAFETY DECAL...

Page 4: ...ng durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DONOTWEARSHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles DONOTWEAROPENTOEDSHOES DONOTOPERATEUNIT...

Page 5: ...I AnextremeRSIconditionisCarpalTunnelSyndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may c...

Page 6: ...d setting then necessary to perform a task The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise Be a good neighbor AvoidHotSurfaces During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding...

Page 7: ...whenvacuuming 6 RECOILSTARTERHANDLE Pullrecoilhandleslowlyuntilstarterengages thenquicklyandfirmly When engine starts return handle slowly DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur 7 FU...

Page 8: ...gnition type SparkPlug NGKBPM 8YGap0 65mm 0 026in ExhaustSystem Spark Arrestor Muffler w Catayst Fuel Mixed GasolineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Oct...

Page 9: ...ot start operate unless safety interlock switch D is activated by the vacuum tube 3 Remove blower pipe assembly from unit ASSEMBLY WARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with...

Page 10: ...egs on blower and slide elbow D on to blower Turn elbow counterclockwise to lock in place Elbow must angle back toward operator position as shown 5 Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow an...

Page 11: ...Useextremecarewhenmixing storingor handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under...

Page 12: ...e for starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly 5 Recoil Starter Place the blower on a flat clear area Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoi...

Page 13: ...45 60 cm 18 24 in of rope for starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure STOPPING ENGINE 1 Throttle...

Page 14: ...ng appropriate hours 2 Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes 3 Control engine speed with throttle trigger A or for continuous use set engine speed with throttle position lever B...

Page 15: ...nto a pile Use attachment to vacuum pile 4 Empty bag when debris level reaches intake opening To empty bag move stop switch to Stop position and wait for blower to stop running Loosen Velcro strap at...

Page 16: ...n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I 1 R t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M f l e s r u o Y t I o D r e t l i F r i...

Page 17: ...y replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools required Fuellinehook 200...

Page 18: ...r Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat...

Page 19: ...ly EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools required CrossHeadScrewdriver 3mmHexWrench 25 50mm 1 2in mediumbristlebrush Parts Required SparkarrestorscreenP N14586240630 1ea GasketsP NV1040000...

Page 20: ...engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service SHREDDER BLADE Level1 WARNING DANGER Never...

Page 21: ...ewdriver tachometer EchoP N99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with Emission Regulations This carburetor does not have accele...

Page 22: ...w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e v i t c e f e d g u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g...

Page 23: ...rage Over 30 Days Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time 30 days or longer without performing protective storage mainte nance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust fre...

Page 24: ...maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model...

Page 25: ...e vacio 2 Mientras sujeta la tapa de la caja en la posici n abierta alinee la flecha en el tubo de vac o con el interruptor de seguridad D y sujete el tubo de vac o con la abrazadera B La abrazadera c...

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