Echo PB-620 Operator's Manual

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    Power blower operator's manual model pb-620 warning 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. X753002803 01/09 x7531122203.

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    2 copyright© 2009 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 international symbols personal condition and safety equipment warning power blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operat...

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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 danger 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 manuals • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’s manual and safety manua...

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    6 equipment check warning use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. Echo, inc. Will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by echo. Read and c...

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    7 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual locate the safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. See parts ordering instructions for specific inform...

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    8 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 arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon f...

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    9 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual c ontents ___ 1 - power head ___ 1 - flex pipe ___ 1 - pipe w/swivel ___ 1 - straight pipe ___ 1 - straight pipe w/decal ___ 1 - operator's manual ___ 1 - warranty registration card ___ 1 - echo emissions and warranty statement ___ 1 - plastic bag ___ 2 - clamp...

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    10 5. Assemble flexible pipe (b) to elbow (d) on blower and tighten clamps (a). Position guide loop (g) on inside (blower side) of flexible tube. Note a light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow. 6. Clip throttle cable into throttle cable guide loop (g). 7. Move h...

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    11 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual fuel requirements gasoline - use 89 octane [r+m/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol) is not app...

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    12 important stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Important stored two-stroke fuel may separate. Always shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. After use • do not store a unit with fuel in its ta...

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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 position/stop switch button slide throttle position /stop switch button (a) back to idle position (first detent away from stop position). 2. Purge ...

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    14 operating blower warning 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 your face and body. Warning always wear sa...

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

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    16 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts required: repower tm tune up 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 air clean...

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    17 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual spark plug level 1. Tools required: 19 mm spark plug deep socket, feeler gauge parts required: repower tm tune up kit important use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug, and check for fou...

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    18 a b c exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: cross head screwdriver, soft metal brush parts required: spark arrestor screen, gaskets (3) important carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodical...

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    19 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual exhaust port cleaning level 2. Tools required: 4 & 5 mm hexagon wrench, cross head screwdriver, wood or plastic scraper parts required: as needed: heat shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine or muffler cover (5 screws). 2. Place pi...

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    20 carburetor adjustment engine break-in new engines must be operated for a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required. ...

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    21 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual 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 befor...

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    22 danger fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 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...

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    23 p ower b lower o perator ' s m anual s torage warning 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. Long...

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    24 model ----------------------------------------------------- pb-620 length ------------------------------------------------------- 325 mm (12.8 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 520 mm (20.5 in.) height ------------------------------------------------------- 490 m...

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

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    26 notes.

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

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246 or www.Echo-usa.Com echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. S ervicing i nformation parts / serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts...