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Power Blower
Operator's Manual
MODEL PB-620H
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 opera-
tion.
X753003721
X7531123601
12/09
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2 Itrodunct Ino 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 SAFETY messages. eht ort oprae 's manlau 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
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Power Belowr 3 o P or t era 's Manual s afety mnuala tafeys symbols dan I atn tropm I t ormafn Ion 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 and key words and what they mean to you. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL DANGER This symbol means the specific action The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word shown is prohibited. Ignoring these
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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 requirements whenever you operate the unit. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle. Gloves also
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Power Blower 5 o P or t era 's Manual Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs thr
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6 equ Ipment chkce WARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. 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 comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual. • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
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Power Bwlore 7 o P ro t ear 's Manual d rces Ipt Ion 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 information. 1 Hot Decal (near muffler) 10 2 11 3 9 P/N X505002310 8 4 5 12 6 14 13 7 General Warning Decal (located on top of blower housing) Sound Label (located on blower housing) P/N
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8 1. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable air filter element. 2. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 3. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST - The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 5. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slow
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Power Blower 9 o P ro t rea 's Muanla c ontenst ____ 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 - Plastic Bag ____ 1 - Stick Handle ____ 2 - Clamps w/screws a y ssembl B A A WARNING Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. I all nst bloewr p Ipes / st Ikc adlehn 1. Assemble c
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10 5. Loosen wing nut (E) completely and expand stick handle clamp (F). F 6. Align notches (G) in handle clamp with pipe pegs (H). Stick H G C handle should be angled away from operator. 7. Slide stick handle onto pipe with swivel (C) 8. Position stick handle for comfortable operation, and tighten wing nut (E). H G E 9. Assemble straight pipe (J) onto swivel pipe (C), until you feel light resistance. Do not force connection. Hold swivel pipe and turn straight pipe clockwise, engaging positiv
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Power Blower 11 o P or t era 's Manual WARNING 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, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets,
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12 After use • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return IMPORTANT unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local gov- days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta- ernment for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in bilizer is added. an approved, airtight container. Store in a w
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Power Blower 13 o P or t era 's Manula art st Ing ram w eng Ine A 1. Throttle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE DETENT position. 2. Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle (D) and engine should start. Do not use choke (B). NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedures. B D opp st Ign nge Ine 1. Throttle Lever Move throttle lever (A) to idle detent position and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. A 2. Move throttle lever (A) to (Stop
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14 t opera Ing browel WARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in- jury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. WARNING Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection, a face filter mask, and take all safety precautions, or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of p
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Power Blower 15 o P or t era 's Manlau m a Intenance 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 servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO blower is designed
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16 a Ir f I etr l Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: Tune Up Kit NOTE Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to cleaning air filter. 1. Brush dirt off air cleaner area. Keep dirt away from engine and air intake grid. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover and away from edges of air filter. 3. Check air filter seal for tight fit with air filter case. 4. Remove air filter from case. Use care to pre
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Power Blower 17 o P ro t aer 's Mlanua fuel f I ret l Level 1. Tools required: 200-250 mm (8 - 10 in.) length of wire with one end bent into a hook, clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel container. TM Parts required: REPOWER Tune Up Kit DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Use the “fuel line hook” to pull the fuel line and filter from the
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18 cool Ing systme Level 2. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush, cross head screwdriver Parts Required: None, if you are careful. IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: • Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder. • Dust and grass build up on
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Power Bwlore 19 o P ro t ear 's Manual IMPORTANT Carbon deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine or muffler cover (5 screws). 2. Remove spark arrestor cover (A), gaskets (B) and spark arrestor screen (C) from muffler. B 3. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. NOTE When cleaning carbon deposits, be careful not to damage the cata- A lytic e
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20 or rburetca adtustmenj 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. High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maint
