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The EA-400/500 Earth Auger Powerhead, Gear Case, and Loop Handles have been factory pre-assembled for your
convenience. The EA-400 Throttle Handle requires assembly.  These units are designed for one-person use as an ice
auger, and one or two-person use as an earth auger.

After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts.
Use the contents list to check for missing parts.

1 - Power Head/Handle/Gear Case Assembly
1 - Operator's Manual
1 - Warranty Registration Card
1 - Limited Warranty Statement
1 - Echo Power Blend 

TM

 2-stroke oil sample

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SSEMBLY

THROTTLE

 

HANDLE

 

ASSEMBLY

Tools Required:

Screwdriver, cutting tool

Parts Required:

Throttle Handle Assembly, screw, hex nut

1.

Cut and remove one (1) white plastic shipping tie that secures
handle assembly to packing materials.

NOTE
DO NOT cut or remove black plastic ties.

2.

Remove mounting screw and hex nut from throttle handle assembly,
and slide throttle handle onto mounting bar.

3.

Align hole in throttle handle assembly with hole in bar.

4.

Secure throttle handle to bar with screw and hex nut.

5.

Tighten securely.

EA-400

EA-400

EA-500

EA-500

Summary of Contents for EA-400

Page 1: ...400 EA 500 WARNING DANGER Read rules for safeoperationandinstructions carefully ECHOprovidesthisOperator s Manual whichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperand safe operation Failureto dosocouldresultinser...

Page 2: ...onal Condition and Safety Equipment 3 Equipment 6 EmissionControl 6 Description 7 Contents 9 Assembly 9 Throttle Handle Assembly 9 Auger Installation 10 Auger Extension Installation 10 Operation 11 Fu...

Page 3: ...stment Idle speed Carburetor Adjustment High Speed Mixture Description Application Symbol WARNING See Operator s Manual Wear Eye Ear And Head Protection Emergency Stop Fuel And Oil Mixture Carburetor...

Page 4: ...ator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud...

Page 5: ...WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emis sions and can cause serious injury or death Provide all operators of this...

Page 6: ...ory or replacement part unless it is recommended in the Operator s Manual Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer EMISSION CONTROL The emission control system for this engine is EM...

Page 7: ...Decal DESCRIPTION Locate these safety decals on your unit Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand the symbols and follow the instructions these symbols represent If a decal cannot be...

Page 8: ...opening 10 PRIMER BULB Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carbure tor for starting Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in th...

Page 9: ...Handle Gear Case Assembly 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 1 LimitedWarrantyStatement 1 Echo Power Blend TM 2 stroke oil sample ASSEMBLY THROTTLE HANDLE ASSEMBLY Tools Required Screwdr...

Page 10: ...10 in Ice Augers use socket head screws only AUGER EXTENSION Tools Required 2 9 16 in Wrenches Hex Wrench Parts Required Auger Extension 12 or 18 in Includes assembly hardware WARNING DANGER The muffl...

Page 11: ...nd TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of two stroke oil used per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanat...

Page 12: ...one hand and pull the recoil starter handle A until engine fires 5 or 6 pulls Do not hold engine by the throttle grip handle DO NOT depress throttle trigger when starting 7 Choke Lever Move the choke...

Page 13: ...rocedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke WARNING DANGER When engine starts the auger attachment may rotate even with the throttle trigger in idle released position 1 Stop Switc...

Page 14: ...ng When this occurs lift the auger to reduce the drilling load on the engine and allow drilling debris to be augered out of the hole Resumedrilling IMPORTANT While drilling the auger may twist suddenl...

Page 15: ...6 S H T N O M 0 7 2 R O S R U O H Y L R A E Y 0 0 6 S R U O H s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M r e l a e D o h c E d e d n e m m o c e R g n i s u o H r a e G e s a e r G 3 I s e r u d e c o...

Page 16: ...NOTICE If elements are fuel soaked very dirty deformed or torn replace otherwise engine damage may occur 4 If elements can be cleaned and reused be certain they still fit the cavity in the air cleaner...

Page 17: ...Required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overh...

Page 18: ...ket D andscreen E frommufflerbody 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Cylinder...

Page 19: ...ols required Screwdriver 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...

Page 20: ...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 n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l e c c a y l r...

Page 21: ...spark 2 Place the stop switch in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit and accessory augers 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that...

Page 22: ...Plug ChampionRCJ 6Y Gap0 65mm 0 026in Fuel Mixed GasolineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more...

Page 23: ...ExtensionShaft 7 8 Diameter Earth Auger Replacement Blades 99944900230 4 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 99944900240 6 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 99944900250 8 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 999449002...

Page 24: ...ture reference write them in the space provided below Model No _____________ SN ____________ SERVICE Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service...

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