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Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time 
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and 
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.

Operator’s Manual

X7504220703

© 10/2013 ECHO Inc.

x7722271404 / x772000164

EA-410

Earth Auger

Burn Hazard

The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. 
Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may 
occur.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause 
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used 
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s 
manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so 
could result in serious injury.

Summary of Contents for EA-410

Page 1: ...or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur The engine exhaust from this product conta...

Page 2: ...ment 9 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 10 EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 10 Description 11 Contents 13 Assembly 14 Throttle Handle Assembly 14 Auger Installation 14 Auger Extension 15...

Page 3: ...e Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs p...

Page 4: ...t or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serio...

Page 5: ...nd head protection Carburetor Adjustment Idle speed DO NOT smoke near fuel Primer Bulb Wear hand and foot protection Carburetor Adjustment Low speed mixture Choke Control Run Position Choke Open Choke...

Page 6: ...n the handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Breathing Protection Wear a face mask to protect against dust Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing pr...

Page 7: ...If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration Repetitive Str...

Page 8: ...dren and animals prevented from coming nearer than 3 m 10 ft while the unit is in use Before starting the unit equip yourself and any person helping you with the required Protective Equipment and Clot...

Page 9: ...sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly asse...

Page 10: ...ission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations provi...

Page 11: ...safety decal s on your unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PAR...

Page 12: ...B Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank purging air from the carburetor Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return lin...

Page 13: ...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 dam...

Page 14: ...on 1 Carefully place engine on a flat surface with muffler side down 2 Remove assembly hardware from auger 3 Slide auger assembly onto gear case PTO shaft 4 Align PTO shaft mounting hole with auger mo...

Page 15: ...hole into ground 15 to 20 in deep Stop engine and clean off auger mounting bolt hardware 2 Remove auger mounting hardware Lift engine off auger and set aside The engine should be supported on the grou...

Page 16: ...lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components Fuel Requirements Gasoline Use 89 Octane R M 2 mid grade or higher gasoline known to be good quality Gasoline may contain up to 10 Ethanol grain a...

Page 17: ...f 2 stroke oil to gasoline 3 Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline 4 Add remaining gasoline close fuel container and remix Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some st...

Page 18: ...handle DO NOT depress throttle trigger when starting 7 Choke Lever Move the choke lever to the OPEN RUN position position Restart engine if necessary and allow to warm up at idle for several minutes N...

Page 19: ...ecoil starter handle A until the engine fires Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine...

Page 20: ...efully if it contacts large rocks roots or other hidden obstacles Release throttle trigger immediately and lift auger out of hole Clear the obstacles to prevent damage and then resume drilling 6 Drill...

Page 21: ...may be required Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANC...

Page 22: ...filter element clean using low pressure 40 psi or less compressed air directed at inside of filter When using compressed air always direct air stream at inside surface of filter so dust and debris wi...

Page 23: ...or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 in lbf Cooling...

Page 24: ...ul not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remov...

Page 25: ...etor adjustments can be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Operation This e...

Page 26: ...dle speed screw A should be set to the specifications found on Specifications page of this manual Turn idle screw A clockwise to increase idle speed counter clockwise to decrease idle speed When carbu...

Page 27: ...at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with ca...

Page 28: ...p switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nu...

Page 29: ...Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend XTM ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than...

Page 30: ...Earth Auger Replacement Blades 99944900230 4 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 99944900240 6 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 99944900250 8 Replacement Blade Earth Auger 99944900260 10 Replacement Blade Eart...

Page 31: ...CATION 5 YEAR WARRANTY All units for residential or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for YH HDUV from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS RU WZR VWURNH HQJLQH SRZHUHG SURGXFWV...

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