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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.

X753001120
06/03

X7531132800

Power Blower

Operator's Manual

MODEL

PB-261

Summary of Contents for PB-261 i

Page 1: ...Readrulesforsafeoperationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthisOperator s Manualwhichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation X753001120 06 03 X7531132800 Power Blower Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...ratingBlower 14 Maintenance 14 SkillLevels 14 Maintenance Intervals 15 AirFilter 16 FuelFilter 16 SparkPlug 17 CoolingSystem 17 ExhaustSystem 19 Carburetor Adjustment 20 Troubleshooting 21 Storage 22...

Page 3: ...eans whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER SHRED N VAC users risk injury to themselves and others if the SHRED...

Page 4: ...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 are coole...

Page 5: ...arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely pe...

Page 6: ...ved by ECHO Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual Check unit for loose missing nuts bolts and screws Tighten and or replace as needed Inspect fuel lines...

Page 7: ...e safety decals on your unit Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See P...

Page 8: ...aceableairfilterelement 8 CHOKE Move lever to Cold Start position for starting and emergency stopping Move lever to Run position to run engine 9 HANDLE Rotates downward for throttle control access Spr...

Page 9: ...bowPipe __ 1 FlexPipe __ 1 SwivelPipe __ 1 StraightPipe __ 1 StraightPipe __ 1 Operator s Manual __ 1 Warranty Registration Card __ 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement __ 2 Clampsw screws __ 1 Sti...

Page 10: ...lamps B onto both ends of flexible pipe C 6 Assemble straight pipe with swivel D into flexible pipe C and tightenclamp B 7 Assemble flexible pipe C to elbow E on blower and tighten clamp B NOTE A ligh...

Page 11: ...ccur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an...

Page 12: ...ntil fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times NOTE Energy is stored in the starter spring each time the handle rope is pulled Generally...

Page 13: ...ter Gently pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires NOTE If engine does not start after 5 engine engagements use cold start procedures STOPPING ENGINE 1 Throttle Lever Move throttle lever...

Page 14: ...Minimize dust by using blower at lower speeds and by dampening material with water mist when necessary Keep debris on your property Be Smart be a good neighbor MAINTENANCE Your ECHO blower is designed...

Page 15: ...l p e R t c e p s n I 1 I R s k a e L m e t s y S l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 I R I m e t s y S g n i l o o C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r o t s e r r A k r a p S r e l f f u M e c a l p...

Page 16: ...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 200 250mm 8 10in lengthofw...

Page 17: ...rush 3mmHexWrench Cross Head Screwdriver Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area Th...

Page 18: ...rter base screws C 5 Remove engine cover and starter base NOTE Upper lip of starter base fits behind engine cover screw holes Guide starter base opening over starter pawl assembly D and remove base an...

Page 19: ...arrestor screen D from muffler Replace screen if it has holes burned through or is plugged with carbon deposits NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalyticelementinsidemuf...

Page 20: ...set in compliance with emission regulations Carburetor adjustments other than idle speed must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer BeforeAdjustment Check that Air filter is clean and properly ins...

Page 21: ...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 e p o r p r e t l i f r i A y t r i d r e t l i f r i A r a e w l a m r o N e c a l p e r r o n a e l C r e t l i f l e u F y t r i d...

Page 22: ...n of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all screws and nuts 6 Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil...

Page 23: ...026in ExhaustSystem Spark Arrestor Muffler w catalyst Fuel Mixed GasolineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing me...

Page 24: ...8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRA...

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