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Echo PB-1000 Operator's Manual

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    1 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual power blower operator's manual model pb-1000 serial number 001001 & up 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. X7501134700...

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    2 warning 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 ............................................................... 2 - the operator's manual ...

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    3 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual m anual s afety s ymbols and i mportant i nformation 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...

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    4 equipment before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed: • 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. Spark arrestor muffler •...

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    5 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 3 m 10 ft. Minimum personal condition and safety equipment physical condition -- your 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...

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    6 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 with nonskid soles; • do not wear open toed shoes, • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair aw...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual use proper clothing & equipment • before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protective equipment and clothing. • keep long hair away from engine and blower intake. Retain hair wi...

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    8 extended operation / extreme conditions vibration and cold -- it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensatio...

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    9 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual d escription contents 1 - power head 1 - straight pipe 1 - pipes with nozzle 1 - operator's manual 1 - warranty registration card 1 - t-wrench.

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    10 1. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 2. Ignition switch - "toggle switch" mounted on side of handle. Move switch up to start and run. Move down to stop. 3. Muffler/spark arrestor - the spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise while the spark arrestor prevents hot, glowi...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual a ssembly warning danger never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install blower pipes 1. Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housing. 2. Turn straigh...

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    12 p re -o peration fuel fuel requirements -- gasoline - use 89 octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not approved. Two stroke oil - a two-stroke engine oil me...

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    13 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual after refueling - • wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting. After use - • do not store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. S...

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    14 2. Pump primer bulb (b) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Close choke (c) (move choke lever up) and pull starter handle (d) until engine fires. 4. Open choke (c) and if necessary, restart engine. Allow engine to war...

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    15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual operating blower 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. Read the safety section carefully. Important to avoid ...

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    16 m aintenance warning danger do not perform maintenance on engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Your echo blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your blower a...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: air filter p/n 13031004560 note clean daily. 1. Close choke, remove wing nut, air cleaner cover and air filter. 2. Brush dust off filter. 3...

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    18 spark plug level 1. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark plug deep socket, feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge), parts required: spark plug , ngk bpm-7a p/n 15901010630 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 ...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Remove engine cover (seven screws) and clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: cross head screwdriver. Scrench. 3 mm allen wrench, 4 ...

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    20 adjusting carburetor - general level 2. Tools required: screwdriver, tachometer. Parts required: none. Note do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If you have difficultly, see your echo dealer. Adjustment screws idle speed (a) control throttle opening at idle. Low (lo) speed (b) controls amou...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 4. If tachometer is available, turn idle speed (a) clockwise until a speed of 2500-3400 rpm is achieved and engine idles without stalling. High speed adjustment note engine must be at normal operating temperature. 1. Turn the (hi) adjustment screw (c) counter ...

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    22 m e l b o r p d r a h s t r a t s - e n i g n e t r a t s t o n s e o d - e n i g n e e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e s k n a r 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 r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u f d e g g o l c e n il l e u f r o t e r u b r a c n a e l c ...

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual warning danger do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result. 2. Place the ignition switch in the "stop" position. 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from ext...

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    24 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, type number and serial number of the unit with you. You can find all three ...