Echo PB-500H manual

Power Blower Operator's Manual MODELS PB-500H PB-500T W ARNING 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 opera- tion. X75001 1584 1 1/09 X7505200004[...]

2 I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome 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. Y ou will nd it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. t h e o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l Read and understand this manua[...]

3 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l I n t e r n a t I o n a l s y m b o l s Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Read and understand Operator's Manual. Fuel and oil mixture Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol[...]

4 Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the unit. Han[...]

5 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator ’ s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on [...]

6 W ARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com - bination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and s[...]

7 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 10 11 12 1 2 3 5 6 7 4 d e s c r I p t I o n PB-500H Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING in[...]

8 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CA T AL YST - The mufer or catalytic mufer controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the mufer[...]

9 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l 10 11 12 13 14 6 15 P/N X505002080 General W arning Decal (located on blower housing) P/N X505002310 Hot Decal (near mufer) 70 Category II dB(A) Measured at 50 ft. (15m) per ANSI B175.2 P/N X508000130 Sound Label (located on blower housing) PB-500T 1 2 3 4 7 5 9 8[...]

10 1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SP ARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CA T AL YST - The mufer or catalytic mufer controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the mufe[...]

11 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l c o n t e n t s PB-500H ___ 1 - Power Head ___ 1 - Flex Pipe ___ 1 - Pipe w/swivel ___ 1 - Straight Pipe ___ 1 - Straight Pipe w/decal ___ 1 - Operator's Manual ___ 1 - W arranty Registration Card ___ 1 - Plastic Bag ___ 2 - Clamps w/screws ___ 1 - Stick Handle ___ 1 - Bolt 6x45 ___[...]

12 a s s e m b l y PB-500H W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. I n s t a l l b l o w e r p I p e s / s t I c k h a n d l e 1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of exible pipe (B). 2. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into exible pipe (B). 3. Assemble exi[...]

13 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l G PB-500T W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. I n s t a l l b l o w e r p I p e s ( t ) 1. Place guide loop (G) across clamp, and turn until clip fully engages clamp band. NOTE Clamp with cable guide loop (G[...]

14 NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. f u e l W ARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels [...]

15 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required 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. IMPOR T ANT Spill[...]

16 s t a r t I n g c o l d e n g I n e • Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for start - ing. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit rmly . • (PB-500H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a com - fortable operating position. PB-500H 1. Thr ottle Lever Move throttle position lever (A) [...]

17 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s t a r t I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. PB-500H 1. Thr ottle Lever Move throttle position lever (A) midway between idle and full throttle positions. PB-500T 1. Thr ottle Position / Stop Switch Button Slide Thrott[...]

18 o p e r a t I n g b l o w e r W ARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT , and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in- jury , or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. AL W A YS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body . W ARNING Always wear safety glasses, hearing prote[...]

19 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s m a I n t e n a n c e Y our ECHO blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your blower achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want t[...]

20 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts r equir ed: Repower TM T une Up Kit NOTE Clean daily . 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter cov[...]

21 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s p a r k p l u g Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 3/4 in. Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge Parts Requir ed: Repower TM T une Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug (BPMR8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug , and check for fouling, wor[...]

22 e x h a u s t s y s t e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools r equir ed: Cross Head Screwdriver Parts Requir ed: Spark arrestor screen, Gasket IMPOR T ANT Carbon deposits in mufer will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically . 1. Remove spark plug and engine cover (ve screws). 2.[...]

23 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 T ools r equir ed: W ood or plastic scraper , Cross Head Screwdriver , 4 & 5mm Hex W rench Parts Requir ed: As needed: Mufer gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (5 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Rem[...]

24 c a r b u r e t o r a d j u s t m e n t Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break- in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required. High Altitude Operation Th[...]

25 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. t r o u b l e s h o o t I n g T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T m e l b o[...]

26 s t o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long T erm Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of[...]

27 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-500H, PB-500T Length PB-500H ------------------------------------------ 380mm (15.0 in.) Length PB-500T ------------------------------------------- 328mm (12.9 in.) W idth PB-500H ------------------[...]

28 ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from de fects in material and workmanship . Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair[...]

29 P o w e r B l o w e r o P e r a t o r ' s M a n u a l PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES  ?[...]

30 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIWA BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small of f-road engine (SORE). New equi[...]

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