Echo PB-403, Operator'S Manual

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SAFE OPERATION
Determine Operation Area --
• Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards
such as stones or metal objects.
• Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and
children and animals prevented from coming nearer than
15 m (50 ft.) while the blower is in use.
• Take wind conditions into account: avoid open doors
and windows.
• Provide all operators of this equipment with the
Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation.
• Do not point blower at people or animals.
• Start unit on ground with throttle at idle. Check that
blower pipe is not blocked by the ground or by any
objects.
WARNING DANGER
Do not operate this product indoors or in inad-
equately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains
poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or
death.
Keep A Firm Grip
• Hold handle with fingers together encircling the handle.
Keep A Solid Stance
• Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand
on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work
in odd positions or on ladders.
• Do not perform Maintenance or Assembly procedures
with engine running.
Noise Control
• Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and
hours of operations. Use only during appropriate hours.
• Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to
perform a task. The higher the engine speed the louder
the blower noise.
• Be a good neighbor.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
• During operation, the muffler or catalytic muffler and
surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Avoid
contact during and immediately after operation. Always
keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Allow the
engine and muffler to completely cool before performing
any maintenance activity.
E
MISSION
C
ONTROL
EPA Phase II
The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine
Modification).
An Emission Control Label is located on the unit. (This is
an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by
engine FAMILY).
PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY
The 300 hour emission durability period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions
output meets applicable California emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are
followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
ENGINE FAMILY: 1EHXS.0635RA
DISPLACEMENT: 63.3
CC
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PAHSE II EMISSION
REGULATIONS FOR S.O.R.E. REFER TO OWNER'S
MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS. EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD : 300
HRS.
IMPORTANT This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.