Echo ES-255ES, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
Servicing guidelines
Maintenance and care
Cleaning air filter
Tools required:25-50 mm (1-2 in.) Cleaning brush
Parts required:Air filter
1. Close choke ( ). This prevents dirt from entering the car-
buretor throat when the air filter is removed.
2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover.
3. Remove air filter(A) and air filter(B) and lightly brush debris
from filter. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very
dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed.
4. If filter can be reused, be certain it:
ΠFits tightly in the air filter cavity.
ΠIs installed with the original side out.
5. Install air filter cover.
Area Maintenance Page Before use Monthly
Air filter Inspect/Clean/Replace 22 •
Fuel filter Inspect/Replace 23 •
Spark plug Inspect/Clean/Adjust/Replace 26 •
Carburettor Inspect 23 •
Cooling system Inspect/Clean 24 •
Exhaust system Inspect/Tighten/Clean 25 •
Starter Inspect - •
Fuel system Inspect - •
Screws, bolts and nuts Inspect/Tighten/Replace - •
IMPORTANT
Time intervals are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.
If you have any questions or problems, please contact your ECHO DEALER.
1. Air filter cover 2. Air filter(A)
3. Air filter(B)