Echo Type 1E PB-2100 manual

POWER BLOWER Operator's Manual MODEL T ype 1E PB-2100 Serial Number 001001 & Up W ARNING 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. X7501135101 89861020561 05/99 W ARNING The engine exhaust from this product [...]

2 W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Introduction[...]

3 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attenti[...]

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5 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Hot Surface Carburetor adjustment - Idle speed Carburetor adjustment - High speed mixture Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape "WARNING, SEE [...]

6 After Refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at lease 3M (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. 3 m (10 ft.) PERSONAL CONDITION & SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Powe[...]

7 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 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 or boots with non-skid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Hot [...]

8 Noise Control • Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of operations. Use only during appropriate hours. • Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task. The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise. • Be a good neighbor. Avoid Hot Surfaces • During operation, the exhaust area may become ve[...]

9 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL D ESCRIPTION After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. EMISSION CONTROL The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifica- tion). Emission Control Label locate[...]

10 1. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run . Slide back to stop. 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradually for best operating technique. 3. BLOWER PIPES - Twist lock design. 4. MUFFLER/SPARK ARRESTOR - The muffler contro[...]

11 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL S PECIFICA TIONS Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. M O DEL P B-[...]

12 A SSEMBL Y W ARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INST ALL BLOWER PIPES 1 . Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housing. 2 . Turn straight pipe clockwise to lock it into place. P RE -O PERA TION FUEL Fuel Requirements -[...]

13 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Handling Fuel -- W ARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. 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 flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always[...]

14 O PERA TION W ARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions which can cause serious injury or death. • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and[...]

15 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE 1. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Start - Pull Rope. Lay the blower on a flat clear area and pull the starter handle (D) until the engine fires. NOTE If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. STOPPING EN[...]

16 1 . Use only during appropriate hours. 2 . Make sure bevel at end of pipe faces outward. 3 . Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. 4 . Set engine speed with throttle position knob (F). NOTE The PB-2100 can be run at any speed between 2500 RPM to 7400 RPM once the engine has broken in (approximately after 3 fuel tanks). NO[...]

17 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL MAINTENANCE INTER V ALS IMPORTANT Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. (1) Replacement will be required for Commercial use after 600 hours. For Consumer use, cleaning every 6 months is required. Cleaning includes Rebuild K[...]

18 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25-50mm (1in.-2in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1 . Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2 . Remove th[...]

19 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL SP ARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: 3/4" Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7Y, P/N 99944500071 1 . Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand [...]

20 EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools Required: Cross Head Screwdriver. 20mm (3/4in.) spark plug deep socket. Soft metal brush. Wooden carbon scraper. Parts Required: Spark arrestor screen P/N 14586240630, gasket P/N 14586642031. 1 . Remove spark plug and engine cover see "Cooling System Clean- ing " page 19. 2 . Place pi[...]

21 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL Initial Adjustment 1 . With engine off, turn HI speed screw (C) counterclockwise to stop. 2 . Turn LO speed screw (B) midway between stops. 3 . Turn idle screw (A) until tip of screw just touches throttle plate; then turn three (3) turns clockwise. Final Adjustment 1 . Start engine, run at idle for one [...]

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23 P OWER B LOWER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL S TORAGE Long T erm Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte- nance which includes the following: 1 . Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. W ARNING DANGER Do not store in e[...]

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