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1.

AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable air filter element.

2.

SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. Spark plug is located under the cover on LN models.

3.

SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER - The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust
noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler.
Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

4.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  When
engine starts, return handle slowly.  DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

5.

PRIMER BULB - Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the
carburetor for starting.  Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump
bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

6.

CHOKE  - Move lever up to Cold Start (

) starting position and for emergency stopping. Move lever down to

Run position (

).

7.

FUEL TANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank.

8.

BLOWER PIPES - Twist lock design.

9.

THROTTLE POSITION LEVER/STOP SWITCH - Combination stop switch and variable speed throttle lever.
When the lever is moved all the way forward the blower is at Wide Open Throttle (W.O.T.). When the lever is
moved rearward to detent, the blower is at idle. When the lever is moved rearward past the idle detent the blower will
stop.

10.

SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.

11.

THROTTLE HANDLE - Rotates downward for throttle control access. Spring loaded for flexible operation.

12.

SHOULDER HARNESS - Supports unit on operator's back. Pull down on loose ends of straps to position unit for
comfortable operation. Loosen straps to remove the unit.

13.

FLEXIBLE PIPE - Allows for full range of movement.

14.

STICK HANDLE - Provides comfortable grip for directing air flow.

Summary of Contents for PB-460LN

Page 1: ...operationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthis Operator sManualwhichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation X750006700 12 03 X7501128900 Power Blower Operator s Manual MODEL PB 460LN S...

Page 2: ...Customer Assistance 24 Warranty Card 24 Additional or Replacement Manuals 24 Manual Ordering Instructions 24 Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as...

Page 3: ...ver is shown within the circle is prohibited IMPORTANT Theenclosedmes sage provides information necessary for the protection of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maint...

Page 4: ...ection whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DONOTWEARSHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy work shoe...

Page 5: ...nds arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress In...

Page 6: ...conditions into account avoid open doors and windows 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 o...

Page 7: ...withSwivel __ 1 StraightPipe __ 1 CurvedPipe __ 1 Operator s Manual __ 1 Warranty Registration Card __ 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement __ 2 Clampsw screws __ 1 Stick Handle Assembly __ 1 Echo...

Page 8: ...he clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 6 CHOKE Move lever up to Cold Start starting position and for emergency stopping Move lever down to Run position 7 FUELTANKCAP Cover...

Page 9: ...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 methyl al...

Page 10: ...may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blowerelbow 4 Loosen wing nut E completely and expand stick handle clamp F 5 Align notches G in handle clamp with pipe pegs H Stick handle should be an...

Page 11: ...Useextremecarewhenmixing storingor handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under...

Page 12: ...o IDLE DETENT position 2 Choke Move choke B up to Cold Start position 3 Primer Bulb Pump primer bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional...

Page 13: ...D and engine should start Do not use choke B NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls use cold start procedures STOPPING ENGINE 1 Throttle Lever Move throttle lever A to idle detent position and a...

Page 14: ...e to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes 4 Set engine speed with throttle A 5 Use lower speed to blow dry grass and leaves from walks patios and drives 6 Additional speed may be necessary to clea...

Page 15: ...2 R O S R U O H Y L R A E Y s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M r e l a e D o h c E d e d n e m m o c e R t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e...

Page 16: ...he cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out 4 Wash silencer in suitable solvent such as dish washing solution 5 Dry silencer before reinstalling FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools...

Page 17: ...ols required 25 50mm 1 2 in cleaning brush cross head screwdriver Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air mustpass freely through...

Page 18: ...engine output and overheating Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically 1 Remove spark plug and engine covers five screws 1 Remove spark plug and engine cover five screws IMPORTANT Exact plac...

Page 19: ...n CW until the engine does not hesitate on acceleration For engine operation below 2 000 feet turn the high speed needle rich CCW until the engine runs between 6 200 and 7 200 RPM Then turn the low sp...

Page 20: ...ew just touches throttle plate then turn three 3 turns clockwise Final Adjustment IMPORTANT Limiter caps prevent exceeding emission limits and over rich adjustment but not over lean adjustment which c...

Page 21: ...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 r o s...

Page 22: ...accumulation 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...

Page 23: ...23 POWER BLOWER OPERATOR S MANUAL NOTES...

Page 24: ...CHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 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 C...

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