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Echo PB-260 Operator's Manual

Summary of PB-260

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    Power blower operator's manual model pb-260 warning danger read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. Echo provides this operator's manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X753001110 06/03 x7531132700

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    2 copyright© 2003 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. The operator ' s manual read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It contains specifications and information for operation, starting, stopping, maintenance, storage, and assembly specif...

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    3 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual important the enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. Note this enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. S afety manual safety symbols and important information important note throughout t...

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    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...

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    5 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual repetitive stress injuries 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 put you at a hi...

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    6 e mission c ontrol epa phase 2 the emission control system for these engines are em (engine modification). Product emission durability the 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions ...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. Se...

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    8 sound label (located on blower housing) p/n 89016009461 65 category i db(a) measured at 50 ft. (15m) per ansi b175.2 p/n x508000120 general warning decal (located on top of blower housing) 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. ...

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    9 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual c ontents __ 1 - power head __ 1 - elbow pipe __ 1 - flex pipe __ 1 - swivel pipe __ 1 - straight pipe __ 1 - straight pipe __ 1 - operator's manual __ 1 - warranty registration card __ 1 - echo emissions and warranty statement __ 2 - clamps w/screws __ 1 - sti...

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    10 a ssembly warning danger never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install blower pipes 1. Remove elbow retaining screw from blower housing. 2. Align grooves in elbow with pegs on blower housing and slide elbow onto housing. 3. Tur...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual o peration fuel fuel requirements gasoline - use 89 octane [r+m/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not approved. Two stroke ...

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    12 a starting cold engine • recoil 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. • rotate throttle handle downward to a comfortable operating position. 1. Throttle lever move throttle lever (a) to idle detent ...

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    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. Throttle lever move throttle lever (a) to idle detent position. 2. Primer pump primer bulb (c) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank...

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    14 operating blower warning danger always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, face filter mask and take all safety precautions or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets. Read the safety section carefully. Important to avoid engine dam...

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    15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual maintenance intervals warning danger allow the engine and muffler to completely cool before performing any maintenance activity. / t n e n o p m o c m e t s y s e c n a n e t n i a m e r u d e c o r p d ' q e r l l i k s l e v e l y l i a d r o e r o f e b e s...

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    16 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1-2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts required: 90030 repower tm air and filter kit note clean daily. 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual spark plug level 2. Tools required: 3/4 in. Spark plug deep socket, feeler gauge parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90075 important use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and ch...

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    18 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug and remove spark plug. 2. Remove 3 screws (a) from starter assembly and remove starter. Warning danger the starter assembly contains a powerful spring that may have stored energy. Do not disassemble starter. Disassembly of start...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: screwdriver, 3 mm hex wrench, soft metal brush parts required: spark arrestor screen p/n 14586240630, gasket p/n v104000350 important carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output an...

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    20 cylinder exhaust port level 3. Important the cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. Echo strongly recommends that you return your unit to your echo dealer...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 s e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e - s k n a r c / d r a h s t r a t s t' n s e o d t r a t s r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o n d e g ...

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    22 warning danger during operation the muffler - 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. Long term storage (over 30 days) do not stor...

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- pb-260 length (w/hip throttle) ------------------------------------ 394 mm (15.5 in.) width (w/hip throttle) ------------------------------------ 384 mm (15.1 in.) height -------------...

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    S ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number and serial number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engin...