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PB-500 H/T

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Summary of Contents for PB-500 H

Page 1: ...ytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur The engine exhaust from this product contains chem...

Page 2: ...ety Equipment 6 Equipment 8 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 9 EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 9 Description 10 Contents 14 Assembly 15 Install Blower Pipes Stick Handle 15 Install Blow...

Page 3: ...the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs...

Page 4: ...act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to ser...

Page 5: ...mixture Carburetor Adjustment High speed mixture Wear eye ear and head protection Finger severing Safety Alert Carburetor Adjustment Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Idle Speed Fast speed Wear ha...

Page 6: ...p on the handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Breathing Protection Wear a facemask to protect against dust Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing...

Page 7: ...ed If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration Repetitive S...

Page 8: ...avoid open doors and windows Do not point blower at people or animals Review area to be cleared Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects Keep a Firm Grip Hold the handle in one hand...

Page 9: ...jury or property damage may occur Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using EMISSION CONTROL EXHAUST EVAPORATIVE EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III The emission control...

Page 10: ...r unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructio...

Page 11: ...are adjustable 8 CHOKE Move lever UP to close choke starting position and for emergency stopping Move DOWN to open choke run position 9 PURGE BULB Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh...

Page 12: ...Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for...

Page 13: ...bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank purging air from the carburetor Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump purge bu...

Page 14: ..._ 1 Operator s Manual ____ 1 Warranty Registration Card ____ 1 Emissions Control Warranty Statement ____ 2 Clamps w screws ____ 1 Stick Handle ____ 1 Bolt 6x45 ____ 1 Washer 6 ____ 1 Wing nut ____ 1 E...

Page 15: ...of flexible pipe to blower elbow 4 Loosen wing nut E completely and expand stick handle clamp F Align notches G in handle clamp with tabs H 5 Slide stick handle onto swivel pipe C Stick handle F shou...

Page 16: ...le clamps A onto both ends of flexible pipe B 3 Assemble flexible pipe B to elbow D on blower Position guide loop G on inside blower side of flexible tube and tighten clamp A Note A light lubricant ma...

Page 17: ...rn straight pipe clockwise engaging positive locking channels until connection is firm Do not force connection 9 Assemble straight pipe with decal J to straight pipe I as in step 8 Note Blower use wil...

Page 18: ...operation including but not limited to improper clutch engagement Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components Fuel Requireme...

Page 19: ...dd the proper amount of 2 stroke oil to gasoline 3 Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline 4 Add remaining gasoline close fuel container and remix Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydroca...

Page 20: ...t Position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb D until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 4 Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle E u...

Page 21: ...If engine does not start after 5 pulls use cold start procedures Stopping Engine PB 500 H 1 Throttle Lever Move throttle lever A to IDLE DETENT position and allow engine to return to idle before shut...

Page 22: ...spark arrestor screen after approximately 40 hours of operation Read the Safety Section carefully To avoid engine damage due to over revving do not block blower pipe 1 Use only during appropriate hou...

Page 23: ...mon tools may be required Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Maintenance Intervals...

Page 24: ...ammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Use a hook to pull the...

Page 25: ...cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventin...

Page 26: ...carbon dirt from entering cylinder 3 Remove spark arrestor cover A gasket B and spark arrestor screen C from muffler 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposits...

Page 27: ...exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting emission and durability perform...

Page 28: ...tle for 5 minutes operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers 3 Check idle speed and reset if necessary If a tachometer is available idle speed screw A should be set to the specificati...

Page 29: ...ch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace C...

Page 30: ...F 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 the screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel ta...

Page 31: ...gnition type Spark Plug NGK BPM 8Y Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend XTM ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engi...

Page 32: ...e 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...

Page 33: ...PA or California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation X G Only use gasoline which contains G Gasohol which contains a 6 7 J 9 is also approved The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed...

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