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Echo PB-255ES Operator's Manual

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Summary of PB-255ES

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    1top cover operator's manual pb-255es warning read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury..

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    2 important information 2important information please ensure that you read the operator's manual before using your product.  intended use of this product Œ echo power blowers are designed for blowing away dust of various sorts, including fallen leaves. Œ do not use this unit for any purpose other t...

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    3 contents for safe use of your product ............................................................................................... 4 warning notices ............................................................................................................. 4 other indicators ....................

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    4 for safe use of your product for safe use of your product be careful to read this section before using your product.  the precautions described in this section contain important safety information. Please observe them carefully.  you must also read the precautions that appear in the body of the ...

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    5 for safe use of your product do not use the product in plac- es with poor ventilation choke control "cold start" position (choke closed) beware of fire choke control "run" position (choke open) beware of electric shocks idle speed ignition on / offl fast speed engine start beware of high-temperatu...

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    6 for safe use of your product location in which the safety decal is attached Πthe safety decal shown below has been attached to the product described in this manual. Ensure that you understand what the decal means before using your product. Πif the decal becomes unreadable due to wear and tear or...

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    7 for safe use of your product handling fuel danger always keep well away from fire when refuelling fuel is highly inflammable and leads to a risk of fire if mishandled. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. Be careful to observe the following instr...

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    8 for safe use of your product handling the engine warning starting the engine be particularly careful to observe the following precau- tions when starting the engine:  check that none of the nuts and bolts are loose  check that there are no fuel leaks  place the product in a flat, well ventilate...

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    9 for safe use of your product handling the product general precautions warning operator's manual  be careful to read the operator's manual properly before using your product in or- der to ensure correct operation. ‹ failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. Do not use the produ...

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    10 for safe use of your product precautions for use warning users of the product the product should not be used by:  people who are tired  people who have taken alcohol  people who are on medication  people who are pregnant  people who are in poor physical condition  people who have not read t...

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    11 for safe use of your product protective gear warning repetitive stress injuries it is believed that over-using the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders may cause sore- ness, swelling, numbness, weakness and extreme pain to the areas just mentioned. Certain repetitive hand...

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    12 packing list packing list Πthe following parts are packed separately in the packing box. Πwhen you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains. Πcontact your echo dealer if anything is missing or broken. Number part name quantity number part name quantity (1) power head 1 (4...

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    13 description description 1. Stop switch "slide switch" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 2. Spark plug provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. Air cleaner contains replaceable air filter element. 4. Fuel tank contains fuel and fuel filter. 5. Fuel tank ...

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    14 before you start before you start assembly install blower pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Release locking ring with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate so that lock symbol (a) is at top of ring. 3. Align locking ribs (c) on the blower pipe(main pipe) with re- cesses (b) in locking ri...

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    15 before you start install vacuum tube(optional) a. Vacuum tube b. Debris bag c. Vacuum elbow 1. Turn knob anticlockwise until hinged housing cover is free to open for vacuum tube installation. 2. Opening housing cover, slide recess (g) on vacuum tube into locking rib (h) , and turn the vacuum tube...

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    16 before you start 3. Align locking ribs (j) on vacuum elbow with recesses (b) in locking ring, and slide vacuum elbow into locking ring. 4. After pushing vacuum elbow all the way in fan case so that line (k) will meet locking ring, rotate locking ring clockwise 1/8 turn to lock vacuum elbow in pla...

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    17 before you start remove blower pipes 1. Release locking ring with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate ring so that lock symbol (a) is at top of ring. 2. Remove pipes from locking ring. 1. Blower pipe(main pipe) 1. Blower pipe(main pipe) 2. Locking ring.

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    18 before you start preparing the fuel fuel Πfuel is a mixture of regular grade petrol and an air-cooled 2- stroke engine oil of reputable brand name. Minimum 89 octane unleaded petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol. Πrecommended mixtur...

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    19 engine operation engine operation starting the engine starting a cold engine Πrecoil 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. 1. Stop switch move stop switch away from the stop position. 2. Throttle p...

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    20 engine operation engine warm-up 1. Once the engine starts, allow it to warm up for 2 to 3 minutes at idling (i.E. Low speed). 2. Warming the engine helps to lubricate its internal workings more smoothly. Allow the engine to warm up fully, especially when it is cold. 3. Never run the engine withou...

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    21 operation operation operating blower Πread the safety section carefully. 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, or for continuous use, set engine speed with throttle position lever. Rot...

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    22 operation operating vacuum(optional) 1. Adjust debris bag strap to support bag on operator's shoul- der. 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 top handle with left hand, and rear handle ...

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    23 maintenance and care maintenance and care servicing guidelines maintenance and care cleaning air filter tools required:25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush parts required:air filter 1. Close choke ( ). This prevents dirt from entering the car- burettor throat when the air filter is removed. 2. Remov...

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    24 maintenance and care replacing fuel filter 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: fuel line and filter 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2...

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    25 maintenance and care operating choke twice to clear air from carburettor cham- bers. 3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw should be set to the specifica- tions found on page 29"specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw clockwise to incre...

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    26 maintenance and care shredder blade 1. With engine stopped, remove spark plug wire, remove vac- uum tube from unit. 2. Remove accumulated debris from blade and inspect for damage. 3. Install vacuum tube. Refer to "install vacuum tube and install bag"(page 15) in assembly section for correct assem...

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    27 maintenance and care troubleshooting table problem diagnosis cause solution engine is diffi- cult to start, fluctuating ro- tation or the engine does not start no fuel is entering the over- flow pipe fuel filter is clogged fuel system is clogged internal carburettor parts sticking clean or replac...

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    28 maintenance and care long-term storage(30 days or more) 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of chil- dren. 2. Place the stop switch in the "stop" position. 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from ex- terior of unit. 4. Perform all periodic lubrication and...

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    29 specifications specifications these specifications are subject to change without notice. Pb-255es mass (dry , without pipes): kg 4.4 external dimensions (without pipes): length width height mm mm mm 340 260 350 engine: type engine displacement maximum power engine speed at maximum engine power re...

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    30 x750-016 98 0 x750 118-240 0 2007 1notes and rear cover memorandum.

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    31 x750-016 98 0 x750 118-240 0 2007 memorandum.

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    32 x750-016 98 0 x750 118-240 0 2007 7-2 suehirocho 1-chome, ohme, tokyo 198-8760, japan phone: 81-428-32-6118. Fax: 81-428-32-6145. Printed in japan 0x0xxxx zzzz es ©.