Power blower operator's manual model pb-255 x753002695 01/10 x7531180205 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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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 pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and ke...
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...
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...
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...
7 p ower b lower 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 spe...
8 c ontents 1 - power head 1 - blower pipe (main) 1 - blower pipe (fan-head) 1 - operator's manual 1 - warranty registration card 1 - echo power blend x tm 2-stroke oil sample power blower operator's manual model pb-255 x753002680 08/06 x7531180000 warning read rules for safe operation and instructi...
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. Blower application install blower pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver, a...
10 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. Fuel warning alternative fuels, such as e-15 (1...
11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual handling fuel 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 b...
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...
13 p ower b lower 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 ful...
14 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. Control engine speed with throttle trigger (f), or for continu- ous use, set engine speed with throttle position lever (b). Rotate throttle p...
15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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...
16 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 mixing, storing or handling. 1. Use a ...
17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 fl...
18 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 important carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked peri...
19 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 stabiliz...
20 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 o r t m e l b o r p k c e h c s u t a t...
21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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. Lon...
22 s pecifications model ---------------------------------------------------- pb-255 length ------------------------------------------------------ 340 mm (13.4 in.) (w/o pipes) width -------------------------------------------------------- 270 mm (10.6 in.) height -----------------------------------...
23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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...
24 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 owners this echo two-stroke engine p...
25 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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...
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