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Power Blower
Operator's Manual
MODELS PB-500H
PB-500T
warning
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im-
properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s
manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury.
X750011585
X7505200005
12/11
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2 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 operations tips and SAFETY messages. The opera Tor 's manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and Power Blower Operator's Manual information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage, and assembly MODELS PB-500H PB-500T specific
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Power Blower 3 o Portera 's Manual s afeTy manual T safe y symbols and ImporT T an Informa TIon 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 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 proh
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4 Physical Condition Hearing Protection Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever • if you are tired or sick, unit is used. • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Proper Clothing Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; well. • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR
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Power Blower 5 o Portera '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 throug
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6 Iequ T pmen CC he k 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 Blower 7 o Portera 's Manual d esCIr pTIon PB-500H Locate these 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. 7 1 Hot Decal (near muffler) 2 6 5 4 3 10 8 11 12 9 14 13 General Warning Decal (located on blower housing) Sound Label (located on blower housing) 70 Category ii Mea
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8 1. SAFETy DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. 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. 4. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly. Wh
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Power Blower 9 o Portera 's Manual PB-500T 7 1 2 Hot Decal (near muffler) 6 5 4 3 8 10 11 12 9 13 15 14 General Warning Decal (located on blower housing) Sound Label (located on blower housing) 70 Category ii Measured at 50 ft. (15m) per anSi B175.2 dB(a)
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10 1. SAFETy DECAL - Lists important safety precautions. 2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 3. 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. 4. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Pull recoil handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly. W
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Power Blower 11 o Portera 's Manual ConTenTs PB-500H Power Blower Operator's Manual MODELS PB-500H PB-500T ___ 1 - Power Head ___ 1 - Flex Pipe ___ 1 - Pipe w/swivel 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. ___ 1 - Straight Pipe X750011580 X7505200000 04/08 ___ 1 - Straight Pipe w/decal ___ 1 - Operator's Manual ___ 1 - Warranty Registra
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12 a yssembl PB-500H B a a warning Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. InsT all blower Ip pes / sTICk handle 1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B). 2. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into flexible pipe (B). D 3. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower. C NOTE a B A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to a blower elbow. 4. Tighten clamps (A). 5. L
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Power Blower 13 o Portera 's Manual PB-500T g warning Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. InsT all blower pIpes (T) g a B a 1. Place guide loop (G) across clamp, and turn until clip fully engages clamp band. NOTE Clamp with cable guide loop (G) fits elbow end of flexible pipe (B). 2. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B). 3. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower. Position guide loo
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14 o pera TIon 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. Blower housing may contain shredder blades and other sharp edges that can cause serious injuries if touched, even if engine is off and blades are not moving. Wear gloves to prot
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Power Blower 15 o Portera 's Manual 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 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 out
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16 sT arTIng Cold engIne • Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for start- ing. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. • (PB-500H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a com- fortable operating position. PB-500H PB-500H 1. Throttle Lever Move throttle position lever (A) midway between idle and full throttle positions. a PB-500T PB-500T 1. Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button Slide Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button
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Power Blower 17 o Portera 's Manual PB-500H T s arTIng armw engIne The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. PB-500H 1. Throttle Lever Move throttle position lever (A) midway between idle and full throttle positions. a PB-500T PB-500T 1. Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button Slide Throttle position / Stop switch Button(A) back to idle posi- tion. PB-500H, PB-500T 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the cle
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18 opera TIng blower 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 people o
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Power Blower 19 o Portera 's Manual m Ia T n C enan e 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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20 aIr fIl Ter Level 1. TM Parts required: Repower 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 cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. 4. If fil
