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Echo PB-255LN Operator's Manual

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    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 include all standard equipment. Operator’s manual x750118...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Table of contents pb-255ln table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pb-255ln introduction x7501183502 3 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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 and safe...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Safety pb-255ln safety 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...

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    Pb-255ln safety x7501183502 5 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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. Physical co...

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    6 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Safety pb-255ln the ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pac...

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    Pb-255ln safety x7501183502 7 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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 manual • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’s manual for instructio...

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    8 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) pb-255ln 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 com...

  • Page 9: Description

    Pb-255ln description x7501183502 9 © 4/2013 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. See parts ordering instru...

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    10 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Description pb-255ln 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 imp...

  • Page 11: Contents

    Pb-255ln contents x7501183502 11 © 4/2013 echo inc. Contents after opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. ____ 1 - power head ____ 1 - blower pipe (main) ____ 1 - blower pipe...

  • Page 12: Assembly

    12 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Assembly pb-255ln assembly 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. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate so th...

  • Page 13: Operation

    Pb-255ln operation x7501183502 13 © 4/2013 echo inc. 5. Align groove (h) in fan-head pipe with tabs (g), and slide fan-head pipe over main pipe until there is light resistance. Do not force connection.. 6. Hold main pipe, and turn fan-head pipe clockwise, engaging positive locking channels until con...

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    14 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Operation pb-255ln operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or othe...

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    Pb-255ln operation x7501183502 15 © 4/2013 echo inc. • move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. 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 con...

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    16 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Operation pb-255ln starting cold engine 1. Stop switch move stop switch (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 ( ) (closed) p...

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    Pb-255ln operation x7501183502 17 © 4/2013 echo inc. Starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. 1. Stop switch move stop switch (a) away from the stop position. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle a...

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    18 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Operation pb-255ln operating blower engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed away from ...

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    Pb-255ln operation x7501183502 19 © 4/2013 echo inc. Two-hand operation for added comfort and control, grip throttle control handle with left hand, and lower handle/stand with right hand..

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    20 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pb-255ln 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 before ...

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    Pb-255ln maintenance x7501183502 21 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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 air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside...

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    22 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pb-255ln spark plug level 2. Use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. Do not s...

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    Pb-255ln maintenance x7501183502 23 © 4/2013 echo inc. Cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. 3. Reassemble parts in reverse order. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Carbon dep...

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    24 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Maintenance pb-255ln never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. 4. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Install ...

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    Pb-255ln maintenance x7501183502 25 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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 available, id...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    26 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Troubleshooting pb-255ln troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshoot...

  • Page 27: Storage

    Pb-255ln storage x7501183502 27 © 4/2013 echo inc. 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 result. Lo...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    28 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Specifications pb-255ln specifications model pb-255 ln length 340 mm (13.4 in.) (w/o pipes width 270 mm (10.6 in.) height 350 mm (13.8 in.) weight (dry) 4.6 kg (10.2 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) str...

  • Page 29: Warranty Statements

    Pb-255ln warranty statements x7501183502 29 © 4/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements 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 fro...

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    30 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements pb-255ln purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories &gj** &^j* attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to pr...

  • Page 31: Notes

    Pb-255ln notes x7501183502 31 © 4/2013 echo inc. Notes.

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    32 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Notes pb-255ln.

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    Pb-255ln notes x7501183502 33 © 4/2013 echo inc..

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    34 x7501183502 © 4/2013 echo inc. Notes pb-255ln.

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    Pb-255ln notes x7501183502 35 © 4/2013 echo inc..

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