Echo PB-200 - 12-05 Operator's Manual

Summary of PB-200 - 12-05

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    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. Power blower operator's manual model pb-200 x753002361 12/05 x7531135301.

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    2 i ntroduction 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 safety messages. The operator ’ s manual read and under...

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    3 p ower b lower 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. S afety manual safety symbols and important information important note throughout t...

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    4 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 physically and mentally well. Eye protection wear eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce requi...

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    5 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual repetitive stress injuries 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 put you at a hi...

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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 compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets app...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 p/n 89016009461 65 category i db(a) measured at 50 ft. (15m) per ansi b175.2 p/n x508000120 sound label (located on blower housing) d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you under...

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    8 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. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel...

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    9 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. Blower application install blower pipes 1. Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housin...

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    10 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 an approved fuel storage container. Stor...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual starting cold engine • provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. • before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protec...

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    12 a b e 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 move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Recoil start...

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    13 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 avoi...

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    14 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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    15 p ower b lower 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 is...

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    16 spark plug level 2. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark plug deep socket, feeler gauge parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074 important 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 cen...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug lead and spark plug. 2. Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter. 3. Remove engine cover (five screws), pull cover away from engine. Loosely install spark plug to prevent dirt from entering cylinder. Clean ...

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    18 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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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 tr a t s t' n s e o d tr 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...

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    20 s torage warning danger during operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover becomes hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long term storage (over 30 days) ...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- pb-200 hand held length ------------------------------------------------------- 330 mm (13.0 in.) (w/o pipes) width -------------------------------------------------------- 215 mm (8.5...

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    22 notes.

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual notes.

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo or www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. S ervicing i nformation parts / serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When ...