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PB-580H/T

TROUBLESHOOTING

X7505200705

ENGLISH

ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Problem

Check

Status

Cause

Remedy

Engine
cranks -
starts
hard/
doesn’t
start

Fuel at
carburetor

No fuel at
carburetor

Fuel strainer
clogged
Fuel line
clogged
Carburetor

Clean or replace

See your dealer

Fuel at
cylinder

No fuel at
cylinder

Carburetor

See your dealer

Muffler wet
with fuel

Fuel Mixture
too rich

OPEN choke
Clean/replace air
filter
See your dealer

Spark at
end of plug
wire

No spark

Stop switch
OFF
Electrical prob-
lem
Interlock switch

Turn switch to ON
See your dealer

Spark at
plug

Spark gap
incorrect
Covered with
carbon
Fouled with fuel
Plug defective

Adjust to 0.65mm
(0.026 in.)
Clean or replace
spark plug

Safety

Interlock

Switch not

activated

Suction tube or

fan housing

cover not

properly

assembled

Re install Suction

tube, or tighten

knob on fan

housing cover.

Engine
runs,
but dies
or
does not
acceler-
ate
properly

Air filter

Air filter dirty

Normal wear

Clean or replace

Fuel filter

Fuel filter dirty

Contaminants/
residues in fuel

Replace

Fuel vent
plugged

Contaminants/
residues in fuel

Clean or replace

Spark Plug

Plug dirty/worn Normal wear

Clean and adjust
or replace

Carburetor

Improper
adjustment

Vibration

See your dealer

Cooling
System

Cooling
system dirty/
plugged

Extended oper-
ation in dirty/
dusty locations

Clean

Spark
Arrestor
Screen

Spark arrestor
screen
plugged

Normal wear

Replace

Summary of Contents for PB-580H

Page 1: ...equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment Operator s Manual PB 580H T Power Blower The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California t...

Page 2: ...tive 13 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 13 Description 14 Contents 18 Assembly 19 Install Blower Pipes and Stick Handle 19 Install Blower Pipes 20 Operation 22 Operating Blower 22 Cold Weat...

Page 3: ...insure safe operation SERVICING INFORMATION Parts Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer When you do need to buy part...

Page 4: ...Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator or Safety Manuals and Parts Catalogs are available from your Authorized ECHO Service Dealer or at www echo usa com or by contacting ECHO Inc 400...

Page 5: ...e provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific...

Page 6: ...Finger severing Primer Bulb DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Wear Sli...

Page 7: ...afety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good If you are tired or sick If...

Page 8: ...matter such as pollen Make sure the mask does not impair your vision and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have lon...

Page 9: ...believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold Exposure to vibration and cold may cause...

Page 10: ...stead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the sp...

Page 11: ...ep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing de...

Page 12: ...with thumb and fingers 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 ladde...

Page 13: ...l varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emiss...

Page 14: ...cal s on your 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 The safety decal...

Page 15: ...fety Decal 2 Spark Plug 3 Spark Arrestor Muffler with or without Catalyst 4 Recoil Starter Handle 5 Air Cleaner 6 Fuel Tank Cap 7 Shoulder Harness 8 Choke 9 Purge Bulb 10 Throttle Position Lever stop...

Page 16: ...n your 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 The safety decal is for...

Page 17: ...1 Safety Decal 2 Spark Plug 3 Spark Arrestor Muffler with or without Catalyst 4 Recoil Starter Handle 5 Air Cleaner 6 Fuel Tank Cap 7 Shoulder Harness 8 Choke 9 Purge Bulb 10 Handle 11 Throttle Positi...

Page 18: ...rts Use the contents list to check for missing parts PB 580 H PB 580 T 1 Power Head 1 Flex Pipe 1 Pipe With Swivel 1 Straight Pipe 1 Straight Pipe With Decal 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Statement 2...

Page 19: ...pipe with swivel C into flexible pipe B 3 Assemble flexible pipe B to elbow D on blower and tighten clamps A Note A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow 4 Loo...

Page 20: ...ht pipe J as in step 7 Note Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened If loosening occurs remove two straight pipes and install...

Page 21: ...to blower elbow 4 Assemble flexible pipe to elbow D on blower Position clamp with cable guide loop G on outside of flexible pipe and tighten clamp Note Hang handle freely from blower to assure throttl...

Page 22: ...ower use will eventually loosen pipe connections Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened If loosening occurs remove two straight pipes and install according to instructions 10 1...

Page 23: ...er pipe 1 Use only during appropriate hours Contact your local government for the ordinances affecting your area 2 To reduce sound levels limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time 3...

Page 24: ...debris in trash receptacles Contacting blower pipe tip on abrasive surfaces can create sharp cutting edges and can result in personal injury if touched Do not scrape or drag blower pipe tip when oper...

Page 25: ...me over air intake 3 Install back cushion A to frame over intake cover Note Blower performance may be reduced slightly Adjust the Harness 1 Loosen upper and lower buckles A then put blower on your bac...

Page 26: ...ethanol wood alcohol is NOT approved ECHO Red Armor Fuel Power Fuel is 93 octane ethanol free fuel premixed with ECHO Red Armor engine oil at 50 1 ratio Use of ECHO Red Armor Fuel Power Fuel is recomm...

Page 27: ...uired amount of gasoline 2 Add 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 i...

Page 28: ...only 1 2 2 3 of rope length for starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in Always hold the unit firmly PB 580H Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable operating position 1 Thr...

Page 29: ...t with choke in RUN position after 5 pulls move choke to COLD START position and repeat steps 3 5 6 Throttle Lever Allow engine to warm up for several minutes before use 7 Throttle Lever After engine...

Page 30: ...LE position and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Throttle Lever Move throttle lever A to O STOP position PB 580 T 1 Throttle Lever Release throttle trigger Move Throttle Lev...

Page 31: ...with the necessary tools we recommend that you take your unit to an ECHO Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it each maint...

Page 32: ...ion integrity Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection Air Filter Level 1 Fuel System Inspect 1 1 3 Months Air Filter Replace 1 Fuel Filter Inspect 1 Fuel Ca...

Page 33: ...damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install...

Page 34: ...r using an un certified replacement part Spark Plug Level 2 Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug BPMR8Y in Canada otherwise severe engine damage may occur 1 Remove spark plug and check for fouling worn and r...

Page 35: ...Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted Cleaning Grill 1 Brush accumulated debris from intake grill between backpack frame and blower housing Cleaning Cylind...

Page 36: ...ler components Note When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 7 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 8 Replace gasket 9...

Page 37: ...w carbon particles to enter the cylinder 6 Replace heat shield Assure heat shield is installed correctly behind rib A and in front of rib B in fan case 7 Install muffler 8 Tighten muffler mounting bol...

Page 38: ...SL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized service dealer If the engine is adjusted for operat...

Page 39: ...rottle 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 specific...

Page 40: ...xpose Adjustment Screw D 2 Turn Adjustment Screw until Throttle Trigger free play is 4 6 mm 3 16 1 4 in 3 After adjustment squeeze and release Throttle Trigger several times to verify Carburetor Throt...

Page 41: ...incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace spark plug Safety Interlock Switch not activated Suction tube or fan housing cover not properl...

Page 42: ...e fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark 2 Place the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic...

Page 43: ...IFICATIONS This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 MODEL PB 580 H PB 580 T Length w o pipes 379 mm 14 92in 379 mm 14 92 in Width w o pipes 537 mm 21 14 in 478 mm 18 82...

Page 44: ...Internet you can complete the form below and mail to ECHO Inc Product Registration PO Box 1139 Lake Zurich IL 60047 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than...

Page 45: ...PB 580H T PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7505200705 45 12 2017 ECHO Inc ENGLISH...

Page 46: ...NOTES PB 580H T 46 X7505200705 12 2017 ECHO Inc NOTES...

Page 47: ...PB 580H T NOTES X7505200705 47 12 2017 ECHO Inc ENGLISH...

Page 48: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www echo usa com H P44713001001 P44713999999 T P44813001865 P44813999999...

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