Echo PB-201 - Operator's Manual

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    Power blower operator's manual model pb-201 serial number 02001001 - 02017000 x750001260 08/00 x7501139000 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 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 important note 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 symbol...

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    4 symbol description/application symbol form/shape symbol description/application symbol form/shape read and understand operator's manual. Fuel and oil mixture international symbols symbol description/application symbol form/shape symbol description/application symbol form/shape hot surface carburet...

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    5 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual fuel warning 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 ...

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    6 eye protection -- wear eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce requirements whenever you operate the blower. Hand protection -- wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Breathing prote...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual safe operation determine operation area -- • do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. • review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects. • spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and ch...

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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 important engine information engine family: yehxs.0214ca displacement: 21.2 cc this engine meets u.S. Epa ph1 and 2000 and later california emission regulations for s.O.R.E. Refer to owner's manual for maintenance specifications and adjustments. D escription em...

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    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. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fue...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model pb-201 hand held length 330 mm (13.0 in.) (w/o pipes) width 215 mm (8.5 in.) height 340 mm (13.4 in.) weight (dry) 3.9 kg (8.6 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine displacement 21.2 cc (1.39 cu. In.) bo...

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    12 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 housing. 2. Turn straight pipe clockwise t...

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    13 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual handling fuel warning 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/ca...

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    14 a b c o peration • 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 15m (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protective equipment and clothing. • do not oper...

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    15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 5. Place the blower on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (e) until engine fires. 6. After engine fires, move choke lever to “run” position and pull recoil starter handle/rope until engine s...

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    16 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 engine damage due to over revving, ...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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...

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    18 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) medium bristle paint 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 removed. Brush accumulated d...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual warning danger muffler and catalytic mufflers operate at extremely high tempera- tures. Muffler area must be kept clean. Do not perform maintenance on the engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise serious personal injury may occ...

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    20 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark lead and spark plug. 2. Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter. 3. Remove five engine cover screws and remove cover from engine. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. 4. Remove spark plug and loosely reassemble engine cover wit...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 stabilize...

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    22 warning danger fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug against cylinder, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T roubleshooting problem engine - starts hard engine - does not start cause remedy engine...

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

  • Page 24: Dealer?

    Echo incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 technical publications orders dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo echo, i ncorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8 - 5 mon - fri c.S.T. S ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repow...