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Echo PB-2520 Operator's Manual

Summary of PB-2520

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    X7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. English operator’s manual specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not ...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Table of contents pb-2520 2 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Table of contents table of contents ....................................................................................................... 2 introduction..........................................................................................

  • Page 3: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 introduction x7501190100 3 © 8/2017 echo inc. English introduction 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 a...

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety pb-2520 4 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Echo consumer product support if you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation, or maintenance of this product, call the echo consumer product support department at 1-800-673-1558 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (central standa...

  • Page 5: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 safety x7501190100 5 © 8/2017 echo inc. English the safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “warning” calls attention to an act or condition which can lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “caution” calls attention to an ...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety pb-2520 6 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Hot surface fuel and oil mixture idle speed fast speed finger severing primer bulb do not allow flames or sparks near fuel ignition on / off do not smoke near fuel choke control “cold start” position (choke closed) choke control “run” position (choke o...

  • Page 7: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 safety x7501190100 7 © 8/2017 echo inc. English personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Phys...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Safety pb-2520 8 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Breathing protection operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit. Dust masks can provide protection against dust, plant debris, and other p...

  • Page 9: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 safety x7501190100 9 © 8/2017 echo inc. English extended operation / extreme conditions prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may result in injury. Read and follow all safety and operation instructions to minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow instructions may result in painful wri...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Safety pb-2520 10 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Repetitive stress injuries (rsi) 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...

  • Page 11: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 safety x7501190100 11 © 8/2017 echo inc. English read the manual • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’s manual for instruc- tions on safe operation. Clear the work area • clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pet...

  • Page 12: Emission Control

    Emission control pb-2520 12 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. • check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged. • have repairs done only by an authorized echo service dealer. Moving parts can amputate fingers...

  • Page 13: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 emission control x7501190100 13 © 8/2017 echo inc. English an emission control label is located on the engine. (this is an example only, information on label varies by engine family). Product emission durability (emission compliance period) the 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is th...

  • Page 14: Description

    Description pb-2520 14 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Description locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. Safety label is for examp...

  • Page 15: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 contents x7501190100 15 © 8/2017 echo inc. English contents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be neces- sary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ech...

  • Page 16: Assembly

    Assembly pb-2520 16 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. 2. Align large locking ribs (a) on curved blower pipe with pipe lock (b) in fan case. Slide curved blower pipe into fan case until a clicking sound is heard. Do not assemble the opposite end of the curved blower pipe to the fan case. 3. Align tabs (...

  • Page 17: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 operation x7501190100 17 © 8/2017 echo inc. English remove blower pipes 1. Insert screwdriver into hole (g) to release pipe lock. 2. Pull pipe out of fan case. 3. Remove screwdriver. Operation moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects ...

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation pb-2520 18 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations rega...

  • Page 19: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 operation x7501190100 19 © 8/2017 echo inc. English two stroke oil - a two-stroke engine oil meeting iso-l-egd (iso/cd 13738) and j.A.S.O. Fd standards must be used. Echo brand 2-stroke oils meet these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an iso-l...

  • Page 20: Operation

    Operation pb-2520 20 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. 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 ...

  • Page 21: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 operation x7501190100 21 © 8/2017 echo inc. English move stop switch (a) away from the stop position. Note: engine will not run if safety switch is not activated. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke move choke ...

  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation pb-2520 22 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine rpm to operating speed. Note: allow engine to warm up 3 minutes before use. Starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the ch...

  • Page 23: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 operation x7501190100 23 © 8/2017 echo inc. English recoil starter: use short pulls - only 1/2 to 2/3 of rope for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. Note: if engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedure. Stopping engine 1. Throttle ...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation pb-2520 24 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Use reduced speed only when performing light-duty tasks or to comply with local noise regulations. Continuous low speed operation may allow fuel/oil residue to build-up on the piston and cause rapid build-up of carbon on the spark arrestor screen, ...

  • Page 25: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 maintenance x7501190100 25 © 8/2017 echo inc. English maintenance 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 ...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Maintenance pb-2520 26 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Important note - time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. Maintenance procedure notes: 1 low evaporative fuel tanks do not require regular maintenance to maintain emiss...

  • Page 27: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 maintenance x7501190100 27 © 8/2017 echo inc. English 1. Apply grease to throttle connecting rod at location (a). Air filter level 1. 1. Close choke (cold start [ ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from a...

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Maintenance pb-2520 28 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Pull the fuel line and filter from the tank. 3....

  • Page 29: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 maintenance x7501190100 29 © 8/2017 echo inc. English cooling system level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur ...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance pb-2520 30 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Cleaning cylinder fins blow compressed air through crankcase intake grill and discharge grill at area shown. Exhaust system see your dealer for maintenance. Carburetor adjustment engine break-in new engines must be operated a minimum duration of ...

  • Page 31: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 troubleshooting x7501190100 31 © 8/2017 echo inc. English 1. Start engine, run at idle for one minute. 2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. 3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is av...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting pb-2520 32 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Engine problem troubleshooting chart problem check status cause remedy engine cranks - starts hard/ doesn’t start fuel at carburetor no fuel at carburetor fuel strainer clogged fuel line clogged carburetor clean or replace see your dealer fue...

  • Page 33: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 storage x7501190100 33 © 8/2017 echo inc. English storage during operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may res...

  • Page 34: Specifications

    Specifications pb-2520 34 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. 7. Allow engine to cool. Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug. Remove the spark plug. Pour 7 cc (0.25 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. 8. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 ti...

  • Page 35: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 specifications x7501190100 35 © 8/2017 echo inc. English oil power blend x ™ or echo red armor ® premium universal 2-stroke oil fuel tank capacity 0.55 l (18.6 us fl. Oz.) starter system automatic recoil starter, centrifugal type idle speed 3000 rpm wide open throttle speed (w.O.T.) 7500 rpm...

  • Page 36: Product Registration

    Product registration pb-2520 36 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy! Note: your information will never be sold or misu...

  • Page 37: Pb-2520

    Pb-2520 product registration x7501190100 37 © 8/2017 echo inc. English.

  • Page 38: Notes

    Notes pb-2520 38 x7501190100 © 8/2017 echo inc. Notes.

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    Pb-2520 notes x7501190100 39 © 8/2017 echo inc. English.

  • Page 40: Echo, Incorporated

    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com p47115001001 - p47115999999.