Echo ES-210 - 10-04 Operator's Manual

Summary of ES-210 - 10-04

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    Shred 'n' vac ® operator's manual model es-210 x753002111 12/04 x7531135201 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..

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    2 t able of c ontents introduction ............................................................... 2 - the operator's manual ....................................... 2 manual safety symbols and important information .. 3 safety ............................................................................

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    3 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual important the enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. Note this enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. Important note p/n 89016006361 p/n 89016003360 71 category ii db(a) measured at ...

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    4 warning danger shred ‘n’ vac® users risk injury to themselves and others if the shred ‘n’ vac® is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating shred ‘n’ vac®. International symbols symbol carburetor adjustment - idle speed ...

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    5 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual equipment • check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. Do not operate unit if leaks are found. • do not use blower if any part is missing or dam...

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    6 an emission control label is located on the engine. (this is an example only; information on label varies by engine family). Product emission durability the 300 hour emission durability period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emis- sions output meets applicable e...

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    7 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 13 14 d escription contents __ 1 - power head __ 1 - straight pipe __ 1 - pipe with nozzle __ 1 - shred 'n' vac ® suction tube __ 1 - elbow pipe __ 1 - debris bag __ 1 - operator's manual __ 1 - warranty registration card __ 1 - ec...

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    8 13. Debris bag - collects shredded material. 14. Blower pipes - twist lock design. 15. Primer bulb - pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, priming the carburetor for starting. Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank r...

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    9 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual a b c d a ssembly required tools: screwdriver warning danger never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running, or serious personal injury may result. Blower application install blower pipes 1. Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on b...

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    10 d e 5. Align grooves in discharge elbow with pegs on blower, and slide elbow (d) on to blower. Turn elbow counterclockwise to lock in place. Elbow must angle back toward operator position as shown. 6. Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow, and cinch bag (e) securely with velcro strap..

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    11 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual important spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. After use • do not store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to ...

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    12 o peration starting cold engine 1. Stop switch move stop switch button (a) away from the stop position. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke move choke (c) to cold start ( ) position. 4. Primer bulb pump primer bulb ...

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    13 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. 1. Stop switch move stop switch button (a) away from the stop position. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) forward to idle position...

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    14 blower operation 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. Never operate unit without either housing cover grill or vacuum tube installed on unit secu...

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    15 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual shred ‘ n ’ vac ® operation warning danger flying debris hazard. Never operate unit as a vacuum unless discharge elbow is installed and debris bag is securely cinched to elbow. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injuries. 1. Adjust debris ...

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    16 m aintenance your 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 to take your unit to an echo service dealer for maintenance....

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    17 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual air filter level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts required: 90008 repower tm air and filter kit note clean daily. 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter...

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    18 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench, feeler gauge parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074c 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 blast to clean. Remaining sand w...

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    19 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: cross head screwdriver, 3 mm hex wrench, soft metal brush parts required: spark arrestor screen, gasket important carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Sp...

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    20 cylinder exhaust port level 3. Important the cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. Echo strongly recommends that you return your unit to your echo dealer...

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    21 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual a b carburetor adjustment 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 s...

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    22 t roubleshooting 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 p k c e h c s u t a t s e s u a c y d e m e r - s k n a r c e n i g n e / d r a h s t r a t s t' n s e o d t r a t s r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o n d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u f d e g...

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    23 s hred 'n' v ac ® o perator ' s m anual s torage warning danger during operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may re...

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com s ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number and ...