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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 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Table of contents pb-255ln table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pb-255ln introduction x7501186400 3 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 5 ©10/2014 echo inc. International symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description read and understand owners manual. Fuel and oil mixture carburetor adjustment - low speed mixture carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture wear eye, ea...

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    6 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Safety pb-255ln 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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    Pb-255ln safety x7501186400 7 ©10/2014 echo inc. • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late aftern...

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    8 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Safety pb-255ln 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...

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    Pb-255ln safety x7501186400 9 ©10/2014 echo inc. Keep a solid stance • maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Av...

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    10 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) pb-255ln emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later and/or c.A.R.B. Tier iii the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on...

  • Page 11: Description

    Pb-255ln description x7501186400 11 ©10/2014 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 instr...

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    12 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Description pb-255ln 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Stop switch - “slide switch” mounted on top of throttle handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 3. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. Safety decal - ...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Pb-255ln contents x7501186400 13 ©10/2014 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 14: Assembly

    14 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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...

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    Pb-255ln assembly x7501186400 15 ©10/2014 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 conne...

  • Page 16: Operation

    16 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Operation pb-255ln operation 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 remo...

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    Pb-255ln operation x7501186400 17 ©10/2014 echo inc. • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • never refuel a unit when the engine is hot or running! • do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fil...

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    18 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 19 ©10/2014 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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    20 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 21 ©10/2014 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 22: Maintenance

    22 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 23 ©10/2014 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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    24 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 25 ©10/2014 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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    26 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 x7501186400 27 ©10/2014 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 28: Troubleshooting

    28 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 29: Storage

    Pb-255ln storage x7501186400 29 ©10/2014 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 30: Specifications

    30 x7501186400 ©10/2014 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 31: Warranty Statements

    Pb-255ln warranty statements x7501186400 31 ©10/2014 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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    32 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Warranty statements pb-255ln echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo li...

  • Page 33: Product Registration

    Pb-255ln product registration x7501186400 33 ©10/2014 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 mis...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7501186400 ©10/2014 echo inc. Notes pb-255ln notes.

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    Pb-255ln notes x7501186400 35 ©10/2014 echo inc..

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    36 p42914001001/p42914999999.