Echo PB-250 Operator's Manual

Summary of PB-250

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    Power blower operator's manual model pb-250 warning read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides this operator's manual, which must be read and understood for proper and safe opera- tion. X750012941 01/10 x7501182001.

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    2 t able of c ontents introduction ................................................................2 - the operator's manual .......................................2 safety .........................................................................3 - manual safety symbols and important information .....

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    3 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s afety 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 and key ...

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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 danger do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the manuals • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’s manual and safety manua...

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    6 equipment check warning use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. Echo, inc. Will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by echo. Read and...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual d escription locate the safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. See parts ordering instructions for sp...

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    8 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Stop switch - "slide switch" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 3. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. Fuel tank cap - covers and seals fuel tank. 5. Recoil starter handle - pull r...

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    9 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual a ssembly warning 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 recesses (b) in fan case...

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    10 warning 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing uni...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 container, a...

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    12 starting cold engine 1. Stop switch move stop switch button (a) away from the stop position. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke move choke (c) to cold start ( ) position. 4. Purge bulb pump purge bulb (d) until fue...

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    13 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual d 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 lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and f...

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    14 operating blower warning engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconsciousne, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. Warning always wear safe...

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    15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual maintenance intervals 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 t...

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    16 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts required: 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 dirt from air c...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) cooling system level 2. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush, torx l-wrench t27, pointed wood stick. Parts required: none, if you are careful. Important to maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass fr...

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    18 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (6 screws). Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. 2. Loosely reassemble engine cover with 6 screws. 3. Tighten all screws securely. 4. Attach spark plug lead. Exhaust system spark arrestor...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual a b exhaust port cleaning level 2. Tools required: torx l-wrench t27, 4 mm hex wrench, wood or plastic scraper parts required: as needed: heat shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (6 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead cen...

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    20 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. Idle speed can be adjusted as requ...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual t roubleshooting warning fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T r a h c g n i t o o h s e l b u o...

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    22 s torage warning 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) do not ...

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ---------------------------------------------------- pb-250 hand held length ------------------------------------------------------ 230 mm (9.1 in.) (w/o pipes) width -------------------------------------------------------- 330 mm (13.0 i...

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    24 w arranty s tatements 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 defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use an...

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    25 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty attention two-stroke engine power product...

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    26 echo incorporated emission control warranty statement for echo and shindaiwa brands the environmental protection agency (epa) and the california air resources board (c.A.R.B.) and echo incorporated (echo inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equi...

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

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    Consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047-1564 www.Echo-usa.Com dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246 or www.Echo-usa.Com additional or replacement manuals replacement operator, safety manuals, and parts c...