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Echo Power Blend TC-210 Operator's Manual

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Summary of Power Blend TC-210

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 1 tiller/cultivator operator's manual model tc-210 warning users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Echo provides an op- erator’s manual. It must be read and unde...

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    2 copyright© 2013 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. I ntroduction 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 operations tips...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 3 s afety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols ...

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    4 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 may cause tingling and burning sen- sations followed by loss of color and numbn...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 5 danger do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. To avoid injury : • read and understand the operator’s manual. • know location and functions...

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    6 equipment warning use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this operator manual. Echo, inc. Will not be responsible for the failure of attachments or accessories which...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 7 3 11 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 15 d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "description" section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructio...

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    8 1. Stop switch - toggle switch mounted on upper right handle. Move switch forward to "run" position to run, back to "stop" position to stop unit. 2. Throttle trigger - spring loaded to return to idle when released. When accelerating, pull trigger gradually for best operating technique. Do not hold...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 9 c ontents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions some assembly is required. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged o...

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    10 f g, h f g, h 6. Remove (2) 1/4 " x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (f), (2) 1/4" lockwashers (g), and (2) 1/4" nuts (h) from top handle assembly. 7. Place top handle assembly between lower handles, align mounting holes and install (2) 1/4 " x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (f), (2) 1/4" lock- washers (g), and (2) ...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 11 fuel notice: use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the storage section of this manual....

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    12 handling fuel danger fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel ...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 13 starting cold engine warning the tines should not move at idle. If tines move, readjust carbu- retor according to "carburetor adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your echo dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Stop switch mo...

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    14 stopping engine 1.Throttle trigger release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting engine off. 2.Stop switch move stop switch to "stop" position (a). Warning if engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to stop posi- tion, close choke - cold start position - to stall engi...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 15 tilling / cultivating tilling cultivating warning engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconscious- ness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that ex...

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    16 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or ...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 17 air filter level 1. Parts required: repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 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...

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    18 spark plug level 2. 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 fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. Do not sand...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 19 3. Disconnect spark plug lead. 4. Remove bottom left (a) and bottom right (b) screws from cylinder cover. 5. Carefully pull cylinder cover forward, disengaging muffler gasket tabs and ignition lead, and lay aside. 6. Use brush to remove dirt from cylinde...

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    20 exhaust port cleaning level 2. Parts required: as needed: heat shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 21 level 2. Parts required: none. Note every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized echo dealer. 1. Before adjusting t...

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    22 lubrication level 1. Parts required: lithium base grease gear housing 1. Remove tines (see tine removal/cleaning - installation below). 2. Clean dirt from area around gear cover (a) and remove four (4) crosshead screws (b). Be careful not to tear sealing gasket (c). 3. Support tiller with exposed...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 23 t roubleshooting 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 r a h c g n i t o o h s e l ...

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    24 s torage long term storage (over 30 days) 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. Do not s...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 25 s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------- tc-210 length -------------------------------------------------- 1180 mm (46.5 in.) width --------------------------------------------------- 335 mm (13.2 in.) height -----------------...

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    26 w arranty s tatements 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 from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use an...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 27 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty attention two-stroke engine power p...

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