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Echo PB-251 Operator's Manual

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    Shred'n'vac ® operator's manual model es-255 x750011944 11/09 x7501180704 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..

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    2 copyright© 2010 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. T able of c ontents introduction ................................................................2 - the operator's manual .......................................2 safety .......................................................................

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    3 s hred 'n'v ac ® 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 pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and ...

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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 s hred 'n'v ac ® 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 man...

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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 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual d escription locate the safety decal 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 s...

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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. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 5. Fuel tank cap - covers ...

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    9 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual a ssembly warning never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Blower application install blower pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver,...

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    10 vacuum / shredding application remove blower pipes 1. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate ring so that lock symbol (a) is at top of ring. 2. Remove pipes from locking ring. Install vacuum tube 1. Turn knob (i) counter clockwise until hinged housing cover is free to ope...

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    11 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual install bag 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate so that lock symbol (a) is at top of ring. 3. Align locking ribs (l) on elbow with recesses (d) in locking ring, and slide elbow into locking...

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    12 notice: use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the storage section of this manual. Warning alternative fuels, such as e-15 (15% et...

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    13 s hred 'n'v ac ® 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,...

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    14 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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    15 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual 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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    16 read the safety section carefully. Important to avoid engine damage due to over-revving, do not block blower pipe. 1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. 3. Control engine speed with throttle trigger (f), or for continu- ous use, set...

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    17 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual 1. Adjust debris bag strap to support bag on operator’s shoulder. Bag must not be folded at intake area, or intake will clog. Further adjustment may be necessary as the debris bag fills and becomes heavier. 2. Grip throttle control handle with left hand, and...

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    18 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. To help you ...

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    19 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual fuel filter level 1. Tools required: 200-250 mm (8-10 in.) length of wire with one end bent into a hook. Clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel container. Parts required: repower tm air & fuel filter kit. Danger fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when...

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    20 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) cooling system level 2. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush, 4 mm hex wrench. Parts required: none, if you are careful. Important to maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carrie...

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    21 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: cross head screwdriver, 4 mm hex wrench, soft metal brush parts required: spark arrestor screen, gasket 1. Remove engine cover (two screws), pull cover away from engine. Clean cylinder fins with b...

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    22 a b exhaust port cleaning level 2. Tools required: 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 (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a w...

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    23 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual shredder blade level 1. Warning never remove vacuum tube or open fan guard when shred ‘n’ vac ® is running or serious personal injury may result. Always wear heavy-duty work gloves when working in shredder blade area. 1. With engine stopped, remove spark plu...

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    24 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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    25 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual danger 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 roubleshooting t r a h c g n i t o o h s e l b u ...

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    26 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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    27 s hred 'n'v ac ® o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------------es-255 length ------------------------------------------------------------340 mm (13.4 in.) (w/o pipes) width --------------------------------------------------------------260 mm...

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    28 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 and maintenance from dat...

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    29 s hred 'n'v ac ® 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 produ...

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    30 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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    31 s hred 'n'v ac ® 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 s ervicing i nformation parts / serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ ...