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Echo ES-255 SHRED ‘N’ VAC Operator's Manual

Summary of ES-255 SHRED ‘N’ VAC

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    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. Operator’s manual x750118...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Table of contents es-250 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................................... 2 introduction .................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Es-250 introduction x7501182904 3 © 05/2015 echo inc. Introduction 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 safet...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Safety es-250 safety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols ...

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    Es-250 safety x7501182904 5 © 05/2015 echo inc. International symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description read and understand owners manual. Fuel and oil mixture carburetor adjustment - low speed mixture carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture wear eye, ear...

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    6 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Safety es-250 personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical con...

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    Es-250 safety x7501182904 7 © 05/2015 echo inc. • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afterno...

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    8 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Safety es-250 repetitive stress injuries (rsi) it is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may ...

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    Es-250 safety x7501182904 9 © 05/2015 echo inc. Keep a solid stance • maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avo...

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    10 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) es-250 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on the emission control info...

  • Page 11: Description

    Es-250 description x7501182904 11 © 05/2015 echo inc. Description locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. See parts ordering instru...

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    12 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Description es-250 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Stop switch - “slide switch” mounted on top of throttle handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 3. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. Fuel tank - cont...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Es-250 contents x7501182904 13 © 05/2015 echo inc. Contents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer o...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    14 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Assembly es-250 assembly blower application never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install blower pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Align locking ribs (a) on upper blower pipe with re...

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    Es-250 assembly x7501182904 15 © 05/2015 echo inc. Remove blower pipes 1. Insert screwdriver (f) into hole located near lock symbol (g) to release pipe lock. Screwdriver tip may stick out opposite side of locking hole. 2. Pull pipe out of fan case. 3. Remove screwdriver. Vacuum/shredding application...

  • Page 16: Operation

    16 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Operation es-250 2. Align locking ribs (a) on elbow pipe with recesses (b) in fan case. Assure short locking rib (c) faces downward. Slide elbow pipe into fan case until a clicking sound is heard. 3. Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow (d), and cinch ...

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    Es-250 operation x7501182904 17 © 05/2015 echo inc. Fuel alternative fuels, such as e-15 (15% ethanol), e-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting echo requirements are not approved for use in echo 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, ov...

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    18 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Operation es-250 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 ...

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    Es-250 operation x7501182904 19 © 05/2015 echo inc. 4. Purge bulb pump purge bulb (d) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Recoil starter: use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. ...

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    20 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Operation es-250 4. Recoil starter place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle handle with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (e) until engine fires. Recoil starter: use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for starting. Do not al...

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    Es-250 operation x7501182904 21 © 05/2015 echo inc. Use reduced speed only when performing light-duty tasks or to comply with local noise regulations. Continuous low speed operation may allow fuel/oil residue to build-up on the piston and cause rapid build-up of carbon on the spark arrestor screen, ...

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    22 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Operation es-250 4. Empty bag when debris level reaches intake opening. To empty bag, move stop switch to “stop” position, and wait for blower to stop running. Loosen velcro strap at elbow and slide bag off elbow. Open other end of bag, and empty contents. Close ba...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Es-250 maintenance x7501182904 23 © 05/2015 echo inc. Maintenance moving parts can amputate fingers 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 r...

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    24 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 air filter level 1. 1. Close choke (cold start [ ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside ...

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    Es-250 maintenance x7501182904 25 © 05/2015 echo inc. Spark plug level 2. 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 new one. Do not sa...

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    26 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. 3. Reassemble parts in reverse order. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Carbon depo...

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    Es-250 maintenance x7501182904 27 © 05/2015 echo inc. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. 4. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Install h...

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    28 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 1. Start engine, run at idle for one minute. 2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. 3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idl...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Es-250 troubleshooting x7501182904 29 © 05/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshooti...

  • Page 30: Storage

    30 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Storage es-250 storage 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 result. Lon...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Es-250 specifications x7501182904 31 © 05/2015 echo inc. Specifications this spark ignition system complies with the canadian standard ices-002. Model es-250 length 330 mm (13.0 in.) ( w/o pipes) width 280 mm (11.0 in.) height 345 mm (13.6 in.) weight (dry) 4.3 kg (9.5 lb.) engine type air cooled, t...

  • Page 32: Warranty Statements

    32 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements es-250 warranty statements echo limited warranty statement for product sold in usa and canada beginning 01/01/2010 echo's responsibility echo incorporated’s limited warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this echo product is free from...

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    Es-250 warranty statements x7501182904 33 © 05/2015 echo inc. Echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo lim...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Notes es-250 notes.

  • Page 35: Product Registration

    Es-250 product registration x7501182904 35 © 05/2015 echo inc. Product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy! Note: your information will never be sold or misu...

  • Page 36: Notes

    36 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Notes es-250 notes.

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    Es-250 notes x7501182904 37 © 05/2015 echo inc..

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    38 x7501182904 © 05/2015 echo inc. Notes es-250

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    Es-250 notes x7501182904 39 © 05/2015 echo inc..

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