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Echo PB-460LN Operator's Manual

Summary of PB-460LN

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    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. X750006700 12/03 x7501128900 power blower operator's manual model pb-460ln serial number 02001001 - 02999999.

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    2 t able of c ontents introduction ............................................................... 2 - the operator's manual ....................................... 2 manual safety symbols and important information .. 3 safety ............................................................................

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    3 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual important note m anual s afety s ymbols and i mportant i nformation throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbol...

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    4 international symbols s afety i nstructions personal condition and safety equipment warning danger power blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating ...

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    5 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual extended operation / extreme conditions vibration and cold -- it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold ma...

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    6 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 regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the maintenance sectio...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual __ 1 - power head __ 1 - flex pipe __ 1 - pipe with swivel __ 1 - straight pipe __ 1 - curved pipe __ 1 - operator's manual __ 1 - warranty registration card __ 1 - echo emissions and warranty statement __ 2 - clamps w/screws __ 1 - stick handle assembly __ 1 -...

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    8 1. Air cleaner - contains replaceable air filter element. 2. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. Spark plug is located under the cover on ln models. 3. Spark arrestor - catalytic muffler / muffler - the muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arr...

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    9 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- pb-460ln length ------------------------------------------------------- 320 mm (12.6 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 460 mm (18.1 in.) height -------...

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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 / stick handle 1. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (a) into flexible pipe (b). 2. Assemble flexible pipe (b) to elbow (d) on blower. 3. Assem...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual p re -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 s...

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    12 o peration • 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. Starting cold engine 1. Throttle lever move throttle lever (a) to idl...

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    13 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual starting warm engine 1. Throttle lever move throttle lever (a) to idle detent position. 2. Primer bulb pump primer bulb (c) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Recoil starter pull ...

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    14 operating blower warning danger always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, a 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 d...

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    15 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual m aintenance 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...

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    16 warning danger allow the engine and muffler to completely cool before performing any maintenance activity. Air filter level 1. Tools required: 25mm-50mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts required: tune up kit p/n 90071 note clean daily. 1. Close choke, remove air cleaner cover, air filter, and si...

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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: tune up kit p/n 90071 1. Remove spark plug cover and spark plug, check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one....

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    18 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug cover and spark plug. 2. Remove engine cover (five screws), pull cover away from engine, and tie temporary knot in starter rope. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. Important always reinstall spark plug cover, otherwise engine cooli...

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    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 stabilize...

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    20 adjustment screws idle speed (a) control throttle opening at idle. Low (lo) speed (b) controls amount of fuel at low speed and supplementary fuel for smooth progression from idle to high speed. High (hi) speed (c) controls amount of fuel at full throttle before adjustment check that: • air filter...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual warning danger fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 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...

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    22 7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean echo 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole. B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine. C. Observe the piston locat...

  • Page 23: Notes

    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual notes.

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo or www.Echo-usa.Com 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 w...