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PRODUCT  EMISSION  DURABILITY

The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the
engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are
followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

E

MISSION

 C

ONTROL

California Tier III

The emission control system for this engine is EM/TWC (Engine Modification and Catalyst).

IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY:     5EHXS.0444KA  DISPLACEMENT:    44.0

CC

EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD : 300 HRS.
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD: 300 Hours
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH2 AND 2005 - 2006
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SORE
s.
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

EQUIPMENT

 

CHECK

WARNING  

  DANGER

Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment
combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which
have not been tested and approved 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, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found.

• Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged.

• Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer.

• Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator's Manual.

An Emission Control Label is located on the unit.  (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine
FAMILY).

Summary of Contents for PB-461LN

Page 1: ...Readrulesforsafeoperationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthis Operator sManualwhichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation Power Blower Operator s Manual MODEL PB 461LN X750006820 11...

Page 2: ...or Replacement Manuals 24 Manual Ordering Instructions 24 Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica tion but are subject...

Page 3: ...rburetor adjustment Low speed mixture Safety Alert Wear hand protection Use twohanded DO NOT smoke nearfuel DONOTallow flamesorsparks nearfuel Wear slip resistant foot wear Ignition ON OFF Primerbulb...

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: ...IONS AND ADJUSTMENTS EQUIPMENT CHECK WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination ECHO INC will not be responsible...

Page 7: ...Plug Cover Label Hot Decal near muffler General Warning Decal located on top of blower Sound Label located on blower housing Locate these safety decals on your unit Make sure the decals are legible a...

Page 8: ...topping Move lever down to Run position 7 FUELTANKCAP Coversandsealsfueltank 8 BLOWERPIPES Twistlockdesign 9 THROTTLEPOSITIONLEVER STOPSWITCH Combinationstopswitchandvariablespeedthrottlelever When th...

Page 9: ...n clamp A NOTE A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blowerelbow 4 Loosen wing nut E completely and open stick handle clamp 5 Align notches F in handle clamp with tabs G 6...

Page 10: ...andards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGDandJ A S O FCcertifiedoil suchasEchopremiumPower Blend TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission r...

Page 11: ...tle lever A to IDLE DETENT position 2 Choke Move choke B up to Cold Start position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an...

Page 12: ...ould 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 allow engine to r...

Page 13: ...Allow the engine 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 ne...

Page 14: ...O M 0 7 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...

Page 15: ...it still fits the 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 FIL...

Page 16: ...LING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level2 Tools 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 cooli...

Page 17: ...drop in engine output and overheating Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically 1 Remove spark plug and engine cover five screws IMPORTANT Exact placement of exhaust gaskets on muffler is cr...

Page 18: ...ngine 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 speed needle rich...

Page 19: ...ntil tip of screw 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 adj...

Page 20: ...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 r e t l i f l e u F s e u d i...

Page 21: ...ition 3 Remove 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 compl...

Page 22: ...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 alcohol more tha...

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

Page 24: ...merProductSupportDepartmentat1 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 Consumer P...

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