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ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR 

PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010

ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY

ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship.  

Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair or replace at ECHO’s discretion, any defective product 

free of charge at any authorized ECHO servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions.

 THIS LIMITED 

WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO ECHO PRODUCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED ECHO DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL 

PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS.

 Repair 

parts and accessories replaced under this warranty are warranted only for the balance of the original unit or accessory warranty period. Any 

damage caused by improper installation or improper maintenance is not covered by this warranty. All parts or products replaced under warranty 

become the property of ECHO, Inc. This warranty is separate from the Emission control warranty statement supplied with your new product. 

Please consult the Emission Control Warranty Statement for details regarding emission related parts. For a list of Authorized ECHO Dealers 

refer to WWW.ECHO-USA.COM or call 

1-800-432-ECHO. 

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY

To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your ECHO equipment on-line at WWW.ECHO-USA.COM

 or by fill

-

ing out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a direct 

link if we find it necessary to contact you.

The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the 

operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing 

dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been 

made.  For your nearest authorized ECHO servicing dealer, call ECHO’s Dealer Referral Center, at 1-800-432-ECHO or you can locate an ECHO 

servicing dealer at WWW.ECHO-USA.COM. Should you require assistance or have questions concerning ECHO’s Warranty Statement, you 

can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1-800-673-1558 or contact us through the web at WWW.ECHO-USA.COM. 

PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD

RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION  

• 

 

5 YEAR WARRANTY - 

All units for residential, or non-income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for 

five

 

(5) years

 from 

date of purchase. 

EXCEPTIONS: 

 

For two-stroke engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, flexible drive cables, SRM solid drive shafts, and TC tines 

are warranted for the 

life*

 of the product on parts only.

 

Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, blades, and nylon trimmer heads for residential or non-income 

producing use will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 

60 days

 from original product 

purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty.

• 

 

ECHO’s Rapid Loader String Head carries a lifetime warranty on the line locking system, parts only; no labor. Refer to your operator’s 

manual for string head installation and maintenance instructions.

• 

 

All SB-Series and PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES Split Shaft attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are 

designed to fit.

COMMERCIAL APPLICATION 

• 

 

1 YEAR WARRANTY - 

All Chain Saws, QuikVent Saws, and Cut-Off Saws for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income 

producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for one 

(1) year

 from the date of purchase.

• 

 

2 YEAR WARRANTY - 

All other

 

units for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income producing use will be covered by this 

limited warranty for two 

(2) years

 from the date of purchase. 

EXCEPTIONS: 

 

For two-stroke engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, flexible drive cables, SRM solid drive shafts and TC tines, 

are warranted for the 

life*

 of the product on parts only. 

 

Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, blades, and nylon trimmer heads for commercial, institutional, 

agricultural, industrial, rental, or income producing will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period 

of 

30 days

 from original product purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by 

this warranty.

• 

 

ECHO’s Rapid Loader String Head carries a lifetime warranty on the line locking system, parts only; no labor. Refer to your operator’s 

manual for string head installation and maintenance instructions.

• 

 

All SB-Series and PRO ATTACHMENT SERIES Split Shaft attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are 

designed to fit.

RENTAL APPLICATION - 90 DAYS WARRANTY

•  Units for rental use will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. 

*

  

ECHO’s liability under the “Lifetime” coverage is limited to furnishing parts specified under the PRO

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Summary of Contents for PB-255

Page 1: ...r s Manual MODEL PB 255 X753002695 01 10 X7531180205 warning Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides this Operator s Manual which must be read and understood for proper...

Page 2: ...l or Replacement Manuals 28 Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica tion but are subject to change without notice Illus...

Page 3: ...y alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condi tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided Circle and slash symbol This symbol means the s...

Page 4: ...th cap or net Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures ar...

Page 5: ...r operation Repetitive Stress 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 t...

Page 6: ...mplete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into any open...

Page 7: ...l cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information 1 2 4 6 7 9 10 3 8 11 12 13 P N X505002310 P N X505002080 Hot Decal near muffle...

Page 8: ...8 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 carbo...

Page 9: ...fter inserting main blower pipe into fan case so that line F meets locking ring C rotate locking ring clockwise 1 8 turn to lock mian blower pipe in place 5 Align groove H in fan head pipe with tabs G...

Page 10: ...ase locking ring C with a coin or screwdriver and rotate ring so that lock symbol A is at top of ring 2 Remove pipes from locking ring Operation WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause seve...

Page 11: ...T store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local gov ernment for the laws aff...

Page 12: ...o not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly 5 Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat clear area Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle r...

Page 13: ...ll recoil starter handle rope E until en gine fires IMPORTANT Recoil starter Use short pulls only 1 2 2 3 of rope for start ing Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly NOTE I...

Page 14: ...l handle with left hand and lower handle stand with right hand operating blower WARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT and contains Carbon Monoxide CO a poison gas Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness seriou...

Page 15: ...obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Allow unit to cool before performing service Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces maintenance intervals COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINT...

Page 16: ...stall the new filter air filter Level 1 Tools required 25 50 mm 1 2 in Cleaning brush Parts required REPOWERTM AIR FUEL FILTER KIT NOTE Clean daily 1 Close choke Cold Start Position This prevents dirt...

Page 17: ...mal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted Cleaning Grill 1 Brush accumulated debris from crankcase intake grill above the fuel tank Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1 Remove...

Page 18: ...d attach spark plug lead 5 Tighten all screws securely Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 Tools required Wood or plastic scraper 4 mm Hex Wrench Parts Required As needed Heat Shield 1 Remove spark plug lea...

Page 19: ...usted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 2 Tools required Screwdriver tachometer Echo P N 99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is...

Page 20: ...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 n E...

Page 21: ...Place the stop switchs in the STOP 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 sc...

Page 22: ...r with catalyst Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend X ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FC FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded...

Page 23: ...ntial or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexi...

Page 24: ...e procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is the...

Page 25: ...t SORE was designed built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it...

Page 26: ...26 notes...

Page 27: ...27 Power Blower Operator s Manual notes...

Page 28: ...presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica tion operation or maint...

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