Echo PB-8010, Operator'S Manual

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Description
Description
1. Spark plug Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.
2. Spark arrester - Catalytic silencer / Silencer The silenc-
er or catalytic silencer controls exhaust noise and emis-
sion. The spark arrester screen prevents hot, glowing
particles of carbon from leaving the silencer. Keep ex-
haust area clear of flammable debris.
3. Type and serial number .
4. Starter handle Pull recoil handle slowly until recoil 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. Air cleaner Contains replaceable air filter element.
6. Choke Choke is located on the Carburettor.Move choke
lever to position to close choke for cold starting.
7. Purge bulb Pumping purge bulb before starting engine
draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from the
carburettor. Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible. Pump
purge bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
8. Fuel tank Contains fuel and fuel filter.
9. Fuel tank cap Covers and seals fuel tank.
10. Shoulder harness Used to support unit on operator's
back. The straps are adjustable.
11. Handle Used by operator to direct and control air flow.
12. Throttle position lever (Throttle setting device) Com-
bination stop switch and variable speed throttle lever.
When the lever is moved all the way backward, the
blower is at Wide Open Throttle (W.O.T.). When the le-
ver is moved forward to detent, the blower is at idle.
When the lever is moved forward past the idle detent the
blower will stop.
13. Throttle trigger Spring-loaded throttle trigger controls
engine speed. Releasing trigger returns engine to
speed set by Throttle position lever. Always release trig-
ger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off
with Throttle position lever. Use throttle trigger to vary
blower speed settings for intermittent operation.
14. Locking knob Allows operator to adjust handle position
for optimum comfort and control.
15. Blower pipes Exclusive positive locking system.
16. Flexible pipe Allows for full range of movement.