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Echo PB-1000 Operator's Manual

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Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's
Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
X7501134700
PB-1000
Serial Number 001001 & Up
WARNING
P
OWER
O
PERATOR
DANGER
B
LOWER
1
'
M
S
ANUAL
99922202616
01/95

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  • Page 1 Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL PB-1000 Serial Number 001001 & Up WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. 99922202616 X7501134700 01/95...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job- dependability. Read and understand this manual. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information

    Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.

  • Page 4: Equipment

    • Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged. ATTACHMENTS • Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer. • Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 5: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Breathing Protection -- Wear a face mask to protect against dust. Hearing Protection -- ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.

  • Page 6: Safe Operation

    Proper Clothing -- Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS, • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, •...
  • Page 7 OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Use Proper Clothing & Equipment • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. • Keep long hair away from engine and blower intake. Retain hair with cap or net.

  • Page 8: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- It is 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 tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.

  • Page 9: Description

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL ESCRIPTION CONTENTS 1 - Power Head 1 - Straight Pipe 1 - Pipes with Nozzle 1 - Operator's Manual 1 - Warranty Registration Card 1 - T-Wrench...
  • Page 10 1. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. IGNITION SWITCH - "TOGGLE SWITCH" mounted on side of handle. Move switch up to start and run. Move down to stop. 3. MUFFLER/SPARK ARRESTOR - The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise while the spark arrestor prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Gasoline 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE. 50:1 ECHO High Performance 2-stroke engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0.5 lit. (17 U.S. fl. oz.) Starter System Automatic rewind starter Centrifugal type...

  • Page 12: Pre-Operation

    13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards, must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC certified oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. IMPORTANT...

  • Page 13: Operation

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL After Refueling - • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting. After use - • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.

  • Page 14: Starting Warm Engine

    2. Pump primer bulb (B) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Close choke (C) (move choke lever up) and pull starter handle (D) until engine fires.

  • Page 15: Operating Blower

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL OPERATING BLOWER WARNING DANGER Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face filter mask or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets. Read the Safety Section carefully. IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over revving, do not block blower pipe.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 17: Air Filter

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: Air Filter P/N 13031004560 NOTE Clean daily. 1. Close choke, remove wing nut, air cleaner cover and air filter. 2.

  • Page 18: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG Level 1. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge), Parts Required: Spark Plug , NGK BPM-7A P/N 15901010630 1. Remove spark plug , and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2.

  • Page 19: Exhaust System

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Remove engine cover (seven screws) and clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools Required: Cross Head Screwdriver. Scrench. 3 mm Allen wrench, 4 mm Allen wrench.

  • Page 20: Carburetor Adjustment

    Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, tachometer. Parts required: none. NOTE Do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If you have difficultly, see your ECHO dealer. Adjustment Screws Idle Speed (A) Control throttle opening at idle. Low (LO) Speed (B) Controls amount of fuel at low speed and supplementary fuel for smooth progression from idle to high speed.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    OWER LOWER PERATOR ANUAL 4. If tachometer is available, turn idle speed (A) clockwise until a speed of 2500-3400 RPM is achieved and engine idles without stalling. High Speed Adjustment NOTE Engine must be at normal operating temperature. 1. Turn the (HI) adjustment screw (C) counter clockwise 1-1/4 turn. 2.

  • Page 22: Storage

    ROUBLESHOOTING s t r i a r i l l r e l r e l i l y i l y f f u r e l r u t h t i r / n t l i f r e l f f o e r i...
  • Page 23 7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz., 1/2 tablespoon) of fresh, clean ECHO 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.

  • Page 24: Servicing Information

    • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above.

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