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Echo PB-2400 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Echo Power Blower Operator's Manual MODEL Type 1E

Summary of PB-2400

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    1 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual power blower operator's manual model type 1e pb-2400 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. 898...

  • Page 2: Warning

    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. I ntroduction welcome to the echo family. This echo product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-j...

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    3 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual m anual s afety s ymbols & 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 a...

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    4 s afety general description important see description and specification sections and decals in this section for full description and illustration of power head, and blower assembly. Warning danger this unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to oper...

  • Page 5: Attachments

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

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    6 physical condition -- your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: - if you are over 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 goggles that meet ansi z87.1 eye prot...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual hot humid weather -- heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. Safe operation setup/check operation area -- - review area to...

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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 emission control the emission control system for this engine is em (engine modifica- tion). An emission control label is located on the engine. (this is an example only, information on label varies by engine family). Important engine information en...

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    10 1. Air cleaner - contains replaceable felt element. 2. Choke lever - lever is located on right side of the air cleaner. Push lever down to close choke (starting position) and for emergency stopping. Lift up to open choke (run position). 3. Purge bulb - pumping purge bulb before starting draws fre...

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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 [ ] gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol) is not approved. Two stroke oil - a two-stroke e...

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    13 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual o peration important check unit for loose nuts, bolts and screws daily. Important recoil starter: use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. Starting cold engine 1. Move ignit...

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    14 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, do...

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    15 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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    16 air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 1" or 2" medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: part number 13031051830 air filter. Note clean daily. 1. Close choke, remove wing nut, air cleaner cover and air filter. 2. Brush dust off filter and wash in suitable solvent. 3. Dry filter be...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual final adjustment important limiter caps prevent exceeding c.A.R.B. And e.P.A. Emission limits and over rich adjustment, but not over lean adjustment, which can cause engine failure: do not exceed recommended hi speed engine r.P.M. During operation, or for long...

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    18 exhaust system level 3. Tools required: phillips screwdriver, 4mm allen wrench, soft metal brush. Wooden carbon scraper. Parts required: spark arrestor screen p/n 14586240630, gasket p/n 14586642031. Muffler and exhaust port important carbon deposits in cylinder exhaust port and muffler will caus...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual fuel filter level 1. Tools required: fuel line hook. 203-254 mm (8"-10") length of wire with one end bent into a hook. Clean cloth, funnel, and an approved fuel container. Parts required: part number 13120514930 note check fuel strainer periodically. Important...

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    20 starter rope replacement level 3. Tools required: safety goggles, screwdriver, 3mm allen wrench. Parts required: 890 mm (3.5 in) echo starter rope, lithium based grease. 1. Remove four (4) screws holding starter assembly on engine, remove starter. 2. Hold starter drum in place and cut off or unti...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 6. Thread the rope through the eyelet in the housing (c) then through the starter handle (d). Follow the illustration and tie another knot in the free end of the rope. Pull the knot into the handle. 7. Check that the hook (e) on the end of the spring touches t...

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    22 t roubleshooting remedy muffler wet with fuel engine does not crank no fuel at cylinder spark at end of plug wire no spark at end of plug wire spark at plug no spark at plug engine runs dies or accelerates poorly engine cranks fuel at carburetor no fuel at carburetor see your echo dealer open cho...

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s torage long term storage (over 30 days) do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of chi...

  • Page 24: Dealer?

    24 s ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo re power 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 ...