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Echo SHRED'N'VAC ES-255 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 x753118...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Table of contents es-255 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ..................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Es-255 introduction x7531180307 3 © 07/2013 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 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Safety es-255 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 helpful,...

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    Es-255 safety x7531180307 5 © 07/2013 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, ear...

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    6 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Safety es-255 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 cond...

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    Es-255 safety x7531180307 7 © 07/2013 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 pace...

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    8 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Safety es-255 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. Do ...

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    Es-255 emission control (exhaust / evaporative) x7531180307 9 © 07/2013 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 objects a...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Description es-255 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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    Es-255 description x7531180307 11 © 07/2013 echo inc. 1. Stop switch - "slide switch" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 2. Spark plug - provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. Fuel tank cap - covers and seals fuel tank. 4. Recoil starter handle - pull rec...

  • Page 12: Contents

    12 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Contents es-255 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 13: Assembly

    Es-255 assembly x7531180307 13 © 07/2013 echo inc. 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. Release locking ring (c) with a coin or screwdriver...

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    14 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Assembly es-255 4. After inserting main blower pipe into fan case so that line (f) meets locking ring (c), rotate locking ring clockwise 1/8 turn to lock mian blower pipe in place.. 5. Align groove (h) in fan-head pipe with tabs (g), and slide fan-head pipe over mai...

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    Es-255 assembly x7531180307 15 © 07/2013 echo inc. Vacuum/shredding application install vacuum tube 1. Turn knob (i) counter clockwise until hinged housing cover is free to open for vacuum tube installation. 2. Open housing cover, slide recess (j) on vacuum tube into locking rib (k), and turn the va...

  • Page 16: Operation

    16 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Operation es-255 4. After inserting elbow into fan case so that line (m) meets locking ring (c), rotate locking ring clockwise 1/8 turn to lock elbow in place. 5. Place debris bag opening over flared end of elbow, and cinch bag (o) securely at the position (n) with ...

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    Es-255 operation x7531180307 17 © 07/2013 echo inc. Fuel alternative fuels, such as e-15 (15% ethanol), e-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting echo requirements are not approved for use in echo 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, ov...

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    18 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Operation es-255 mixing instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel c...

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    Es-255 operation x7531180307 19 © 07/2013 echo inc. 4. Purge bulb pump purge bulb (d) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Recoil starter: use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. ...

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    20 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Operation es-255 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/rop...

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    Es-255 operation x7531180307 21 © 07/2013 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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    22 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Operation es-255 shred ‘ n’ vac ® operation flying debris hazard. Never operate unit as a vacuum unless discharge elbow is installed and debris bag is securely cinched to elbow. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injuries. Debris bag is flammable a...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Es-255 maintenance x7531180307 23 © 07/2013 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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    24 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-255 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 c...

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    Es-255 maintenance x7531180307 25 © 07/2013 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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    26 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-255 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 depos...

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    Es-255 maintenance x7531180307 27 © 07/2013 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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    28 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Maintenance es-255 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, idle...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Es-255 troubleshooting x7531180307 29 © 07/2013 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 30: Storage

    30 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Storage es-255 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. Long...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Es-255 specifications x7531180307 31 © 07/2013 echo inc. Specifications model es-255 length 340 mm (13.4 in.) ( w/o pipes) width 260 mm (10.2 in.) height 350 mm (13.8 in.) weight (dry) 4.4 kg (9.7 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) stroke...

  • Page 32: Warranty Statements

    32 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements es-255 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-255 warranty statements x7531180307 33 © 07/2013 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 pro...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x753180307 © 07/2013 echo inc. Notes es-255 notes.

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    Es-255 notes x7531180307 35 © 07/2013 echo inc..

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    36 p08811001001/p08811999999 p18812001001/p18812999999.