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Echo SHRED ‘N’ VAC ES-250 Operator's Manual

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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 x750118...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Table of contents es-250 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction .................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Es-250 introduction x7501182803 3 © 03/2013 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 safet...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Safety es-250 safety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols ...

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    Es-250 safety x7501182803 5 © 03/2013 echo inc. 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 con...

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    6 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Safety es-250 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 pace...

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    Es-250 safety x7501182803 7 © 03/2013 echo inc. 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 manual • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’s manual for instruction...

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    8 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) es-250 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 comp...

  • Page 9: Description

    Es-250 description x7501182803 9 © 03/2013 echo inc. Description 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 instruc...

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    10 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Description es-250 1. Safety decal - lists important safety precautions. 2. Stop switch - "slide switch" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 3. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. Fuel tank - contains fuel...

  • Page 11: Contents

    Es-250 contents x7501182803 11 © 03/2013 echo inc. 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. ____ 1 - power head ____ 1 - blower pipe (upper) ____ 1 - blower pipe...

  • Page 12: Assembly

    12 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Assembly es-250 assembly blower application never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install blower pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Align locking ribs (a) on upper blower pipe with re...

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    Es-250 assembly x7501182803 13 © 03/2013 echo inc. Remove blower pipes 1. Insert screwdriver (f) into hole located near lock symbol (g) to release pipe lock. Screwdriver tip may stick out opposite side of locking hole. 2. Pull pipe out of fan case. 3. Remove screwdriver. Vacuum/shredding application...

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    14 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Assembly es-250 2. Align locking ribs (a) on elbow pipe with recesses (b) in fan case. Assure short locking rib (c) faces downward. Slide elbow pipe into fan case until a clicking sound is heard. 3. Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow (d), and cinch b...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Es-250 operation x7501182803 15 © 03/2013 echo inc. 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 remov...

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    16 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Operation es-250 • 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 fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • do...

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    Es-250 operation x7501182803 17 © 03/2013 echo inc. Move stop switch (a) away from the stop position. 2. Throttle position lever move throttle position lever (b) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke move choke (c) to cold start ( ) (closed) position. 4. Purge bulb pump purge bul...

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    18 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Operation es-250 3. Purge bulb pump purge bulb (d) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. 4. Recoil starter place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/ro...

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    Es-250 operation x7501182803 19 © 03/2013 echo inc. Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face filter mask or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets. Use reduced speed only when performing light-duty tasks or to comply with ...

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    20 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Operation es-250 debris bag is flammable and could be ignited if allowed to contact hot muffler cover or exhaust. Keep bag away from hot surfaces at all times. 1. Adjust debris bag strap to support bag on operator’s shoulder. Bag must not be folded at intake area, ...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Es-250 maintenance x7501182803 21 © 03/2013 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 before r...

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    22 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 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 inside ...

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    Es-250 maintenance x7501182803 23 © 03/2013 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 not sa...

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    24 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 cleaning cylinder fins 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Clean cylinder fins to allow cooling air to pass freely. 3. Reassemble parts in reverse order. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Carbon depo...

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    Es-250 maintenance x7501182803 25 © 03/2013 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 heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Install h...

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    26 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-250 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, idl...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Es-250 troubleshooting x7501182803 27 © 03/2013 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 troubleshooti...

  • Page 28: Storage

    28 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Storage es-250 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. Lon...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Es-250 specifications x7501182803 29 © 03/2013 echo inc. Specifications model es-250 length 330 mm (13.0 in.) ( w/o pipes) width 280 mm (11.0 in.) height 345 mm (13.6 in.) weight (dry) 4.3 kg (9.5 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) stroke...

  • Page 30: Warranty Statements

    30 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements es-250 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 from...

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    Es-250 warranty statements x7501182803 31 © 03/2013 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 pr...

  • Page 32: Notes

    32 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Notes es-250 notes.

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    Es-250 notes x7501182803 33 © 03/2013 echo inc..

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    34 x7501182803 © 03/2013 echo inc. Notes es-250

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    Es-250 notes x7501182803 35 © 03/2013 echo inc..

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