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Echo PB-500 H Operator's Manual

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Summary of PB-500 H

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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 x750520...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Table of contents pb-500 h/t table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction .............................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Pb-500 h/t introduction x7505200007 3 © 02/2014 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 s...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Safety pb-500 h/t safety videos are available from your echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. Safety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and hel...

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    Pb-500 h/t safety x7505200007 5 © 02/2014 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,...

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    6 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Safety pb-500 h/t 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...

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    Pb-500 h/t safety x7505200007 7 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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 ...

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    8 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Safety pb-500 h/t all over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result...

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    Pb-500 h/t emission control (exhaust & evaporative) x7505200007 9 © 02/2014 echo inc. • do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged. • have repairs done only by an authorized echo service dealer. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objec...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Description pb-500 h/t description pb-500h 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 ord...

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    Pb-500 h/t description x7505200007 11 © 02/2014 echo inc. 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. Spark arrestor - catalytic muffler / muffler - the muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arr...

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    12 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Description pb-500 h/t pb-500t 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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    Pb-500 h/t description x7505200007 13 © 02/2014 echo inc. 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. Spark arrestor - catalytic muffler / muffler - the muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arr...

  • Page 14: Contents

    14 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Contents pb-500 h/t 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. Pb-500 h ____ 1 - power head ____ 1 - flex pipe ____ 1 - pipe w/s...

  • Page 15: Assembly

    Pb-500 h/t assembly x7505200007 15 © 02/2014 echo inc. Assembly pb-500 h never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install blower pipes/stick handle 1. Assemble clamps (a) onto both ends of flexible pipe (b). 2. Assemble straight pipe...

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    16 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Assembly pb-500 h/t note: blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened. If loosening occurs, remove two straight pipes and install according to instructions 7 & 8. Pb-500t never perform maintenan...

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    Pb-500 h/t assembly x7505200007 17 © 02/2014 echo inc. 7. Move handle (e) to desired position. Tighten knob (h) hand tight. 8. Assemble straight pipe (i) onto swivel pipe (c), until you feel light resistance. Do not force connection. Hold swivel pipe and turn straight pipe clockwise, engaging positi...

  • Page 18: Operation

    18 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Operation pb-500 h/t 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 r...

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    Pb-500 h/t operation x7505200007 19 © 02/2014 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 ...

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    20 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Operation pb-500 h/t 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. • (pb-500 h): rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable ope...

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    Pb-500 h/t operation x7505200007 21 © 02/2014 echo inc. Starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. - pb-500 h 1. Throttle lever move throttle position lever (a) midway between idle and full throttle positions. - pb-500 t 1. Throttle position ...

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    22 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Operation pb-500 h/t 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 fr...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Pb-500 h/t maintenance x7505200007 23 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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 befo...

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    24 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Maintenance pb-500 h/t 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 ins...

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    Pb-500 h/t maintenance x7505200007 25 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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 no...

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    26 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Maintenance pb-500 h/t cleaning cylinder fins 1. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2. Remove engine cover. 3. Clean cylinder fins (a) to allow cooling air to pass freely 4. Replace engine cover. 5. Connect spark plug lead exhaust system spark arrestor scr...

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    Pb-500 h/t maintenance x7505200007 27 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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 muffler gasket, and replace if damaged. 5. In...

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    28 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Maintenance pb-500 h/t 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,...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Pb-500 h/t troubleshooting x7505200007 29 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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 troublesh...

  • Page 30: Storage

    30 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Storage pb-500 h/t 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....

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Pb-500 h/t specifications x7505200007 31 © 02/2014 echo inc. Specifications model pb-500 h pb-500 t length (w/o pipes) 380 mm (15.0 in.) 328 mm (12.9 in.) width (w/o pipes) 545 mm (21.5 in.) 470 mm (18.5 in.) height (w/o pipes) 490 mm (19.3 in.) weight (dry) (w/o pipes) 9.4 kg (20.7 lb.) 9.2 kg (20....

  • Page 32: Warranty Statements

    32 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Warranty statements pb-500 h/t 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 ...

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    Pb-500 h/t warranty statements x7505200007 33 © 02/2014 echo inc. 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...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7505200007 © 02/2014 echo inc. Notes pb-500 h/t notes.

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    Pb-500 h/t notes x7505200007 35 © 02/2014 echo inc..

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