Echo PB-8010, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance and care
Replacing fuel filter
Tools required: 200-250 mm (8-10 in.) length of wire with
one end bent into a hook, clean rag, funnel,
and an approved fuel container
Parts required: Fuel line and filter
1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap
and empty fuel tank.
2. Use the "fuel line hook" to pull the fuel line and filter from the
tank.
3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter.
Carburettor adjustment
Tools required: Screwdriver, tachometer
Parts required: None
Before Adjustment
Check that:
Air filter is clean and properly installed.
Spark arrester screen and silencer are free of carbon.
Blower pipes are installed.
1. Start engine, run at idle for one minute.
2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes.
3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is
available, idle speed screw should be set to the specifica-
tions found on Page 28"Specifications" of this manual. Turn
idle screw clockwise to increase idle speed; anticlockwise to
decrease idle speed.
1. Fuel cap
3. Fuel line
5. Fuel tank 2. Fuel filter
4. Fuel line hook
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing,
storing or handling.
NOTE
If filter is excessive dirty or no longer fits properly, replace it.
1. Screw
NOTE
Every unit is run at the factory and the carburettor is set in com-
pliance with Emission Regulations. This carburettor does not
have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles. Do not
attempt to use carburettor adjustment procedures provided in
the Warranty Emissions Booklet.