Shindaiwa Echo PB-580 H Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

X7505200609

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Operator’s 

Manual

PB-580 H/T

Power Blower

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals 
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, 
or other reproductive harm.

Read and understand all provided literature before 
use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Summary of Contents for Echo PB-580 H

Page 1: ...Power Blower The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literat...

Page 2: ...2 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 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 Operatio...

Page 3: ...eration maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms us...

Page 4: ...serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual Registering your produ...

Page 5: ...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: ...vering 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 Slip Resista...

Page 7: ...area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing a...

Page 8: ...are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit Dust masks can provide protection against dust plant deb...

Page 9: ...njury Failure to follow instructions may result in painful wrist hand arm injuries It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be b...

Page 10: ...o the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index fing...

Page 11: ...of injury from thrown objects Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection If you are approached stop the engine Avoid blowing debris towards people pets open windows or vehicles when using...

Page 12: ...irs done only by an authorized service dealer Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engine disconnect spar...

Page 13: ...l line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on t...

Page 14: ...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 ex...

Page 15: ...hrottle Position Lever stop Switch 3 Spark Plug 4 Shoulder Harness 5 Safety Decal 6 Stick Handle 7 Blower Pipes 8 Flexible Pipes 9 Spark Arrestor Muffler with or without Catalyst 10 Fuel Tank 11 Fuel...

Page 16: ...it 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 example o...

Page 17: ...arness 2 Safety Decal 3 Throttle Control 4 Blower Pipes 5 Flexible Pipes 6 Spark Arrestor Muffler with or without Catalyst 7 Fuel Tank 8 Fuel Tank Cap 9 Recoil Starter Handle 10 Air Cleaner 11 Spark P...

Page 18: ...retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts 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...

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 Loos...

Page 20: ...traight 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 ins...

Page 21: ...anti static wire through flex tube Leave enough slack in anti static wire to allow for full rotation of elbow Note A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow 4 As...

Page 22: ...ottle cable guide loop 9 Move handle E to desired position Tighten knob H hand tight 10 Assemble straight pipe K onto swivel pipe until you feel light resistance Hold swivel pipe and turn straight pip...

Page 23: ...tion This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements Eng...

Page 24: ...nded to extend engine life in all air cooled 2 stroke and 2 4 stroke hybrid engines Two Stroke Oil A two stroke engine oil such as ECHO branded 2 stroke oils meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O...

Page 25: ...en fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill...

Page 26: ...y Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames...

Page 27: ...le Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 4 Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle D until engine fires or a maximum of 5 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke lever back to RUN posi...

Page 28: ...is visible Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle D and engine should start Do not use choke B Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use cold start proc...

Page 29: ...injury or death Exhaust can cause serious burns ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body Always wear safety glasses hearing protection and a face filter mask or se...

Page 30: ...lks patios and drives Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing 6 Additional speed may be necessary to clean grass and leaves from a lawn or flower bed 7 Higher speed may be necessary to mo...

Page 31: ...blower pipe assembly if protective metal ring is worn cracked or deformed Cold Weather Operation Plug For operation in cold weather install plug in cold weather position C otherwise icing can occur F...

Page 32: ...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 back 2 Pull strap B do...

Page 33: ...is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recomme...

Page 34: ...TEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 1 Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 1 Screws Nut...

Page 35: ...ated dirt from air cleaner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside cover 3 Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty o...

Page 36: ...ulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and...

Page 37: ...st 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 preventing cooling air...

Page 38: ...verheating Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically 1 Remove spark plug 2 Remove starter 3 Remove engine cover 4 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cyli...

Page 39: ...gine cover 4 Place piston at top dead center Remove muffler A heat shield B 5 Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon f...

Page 40: ...will increase and 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 d...

Page 41: ...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 specifications found on Specifications Page of this manual...

Page 42: ...idle to wide open throttle positions TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and or explosion Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug ho...

Page 43: ...m 0 026 in Clean or replace plug Engine runs but dies or Engine does not acceler ate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminants or res...

Page 44: ...ccumulation 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 tank completely Press p...

Page 45: ...Ignition System Flywheel magneto capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPM8Y NGK BPMR8Y in Canada Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Gasoline Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasolin...

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