Echo PB-755S T manual

Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL: PB-755S H PB-755S T W ARNING Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an opera- tor ’ s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serio[...]

2 CopyRight© 2013 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. T able of C onTenTs Introduction ................................................................ 2 - The Operator's Manual ....................................... 2 Safety ......................................................................... 3 Manual Safety Symbols and Importan[...]

3 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual s afeTy manual safeTy symbols and ImporT anT Informa TIon Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. InTer[...]

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 re- quirements whenever you operate the unit. H[...]

5 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual 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 for instructions on Safe Operation . Clear the W ork Ar[...]

6 equIpmenT CheCk W ARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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 th[...]

7 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual d esCrIpTIon PB-755SH 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 instructions for specic information. Hot Decal[...]

8 1. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 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 ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual 17 16 3 6 5 4 7 8 9 PB-755ST 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 instructions for specic information. 74[...]

10 1. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 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 ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual C onTenTs PB-755S H ___ 1 - Power Head ___ 1 - Flex Pipe ___ 1 - Pipe w/swivel ___ 1 - Straight Pipe ___ 1 - Straight Pipe ___ 1 - Operator's Manual ___ 1 - Emission Control W arranty Statement ___ 1 - W arranty Registration Card ___ 1 - Plastic Bag ___ 2 - Clamps w/screws ___ 1 - Stick Handle ___ [...]

12 a ssembl y PB-755SH W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. InsT all blower pIpes / sTICk handle ( h ) 1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of exible pipe (B). 2. Assemble swivel pipe (C) into exible pipe (B) and tighten clamp (A). 3. Assemble exible pipe (B) [...]

13 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual PB-755ST W ARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. InsT all blower pIpes ( T ) 1. Place guide loop (G) across large clamp, and turn until clip fully engages clamp band. NOTE Clamp with cable guide loop (G) ts large end of e[...]

14 W ARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start res. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local re authorities for laws or regulations regarding re p[...]

15 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VER Y ammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container . • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow ames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen [...]

16 sT arTIng Cold engIne • 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-755SH 1. Thr ottle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE DETENT position. PB-755ST 1. Thr ottle Lever/Stop Switch Move throttle lever (A) forward to idle position. Slide [...]

17 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual sT arTIng w arm engIne PB-755SH 1. Thr ottle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE DETENT position. PB-755ST 1. Thr ottle Lever/Stop Switch Move throttle lever (A) forward to idle position. Slide stop switch (B) forward to run position. PB-755SH, PB-755ST 2. Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle (E)[...]

18 Read the Safety Section carefully . IMPOR T ANT T o avoid engine damage due to over -revving, do not block blower pipe opening. 1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. 3. PB-755SH Set engine speed with throttle lever (A). PB-755ST Control engine speed with throttle trigger (C), or th[...]

19 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. W [...]

20 aIr fIl Ter Level 1. Parts r equir ed: Repower TM T une Up Kit 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 cover . Brush dirt from inside cover . 3. Remove air lter and lightly brush debris [...]

21 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) sp ark plug Level 2. Parts Requir ed: Repower TM Tune Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a ne[...]

22 A Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover . 2. Clean cylinder ns (A) to allow cooling air to pass freely . 3. Install engine cover and attach spark plug lead. exhausT sysTem Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Requir ed: Spark arrestor screen, Gaskets W ARNING Do not perform maintenance on en[...]

23 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover . 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylin- der exhaust port. [...]

24 A Level 2. Parts r equir ed: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer . Before Adjustment Check that: • Air lter is clean and properly installed. • Spark arrestor screen is f[...]

25 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual T roubleshooTIng 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 A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T m e l b o r Pk c e h Cs u t a t Se s u[...]

26 DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open ame or spark. s Torage 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 [...]

27 P ower B lower o Pera tor ' s M anual s peCIfICa TIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- PB-755SH, PB-755ST Length ------------------------------------------------------ 375 mm (14.8 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 488 mm (19.0 in.) Height ----------------------------------------[...]

28 w arranTy s T a TemenTs 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 defects in material and workmanship . Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase[...]

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