Echo ES-2400, ES-2100 User Manual

Operator's Manual

SHRED 'N' VAC

MODEL Type 1E ES-2100

Serial Number 001001 & Up

SHRED 'N' VAC PLUS

MODEL Type 1E ES-2400

Serial Number 001001 & Up

W ARNING

The engine exhaust from this

product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

™

WARNING DANGER

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.

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. Read and understand this manual. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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 specific to this product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ...............................................................2

- The Operator's Manual .......................................2

Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information .. 3

Safety .........................................................................3

- General Description ............................................3

- Decals ................................................................. 4

- International Symbols......................................... 5

- Equipment ...........................................................5

- Fuel ..................................................................... 5

- Personal Condition and Safety Equipment .........6

- Safe Operation .................................................... 7

- Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions ............8

Description ................................................................ 9

- Emission Control.................................................9

- Contents .............................................................9

- ES-2100/2400 Major Components ..................... 10

Specifications........................................................... 11

Assembly ................................................................. 12

- Blower Application ........................................... 12

- Vacuum/Shredding Application ....................... 1 2

Pre-Operation ........................................................... 14

- Fuel ................................................................... 14

Operation ................................................................. 15

- Starting Cold Engine ......................................... 15

- Starting Warm Engine....................................... 1 6

- Stopping Engine ............................................... 17

- Operating SHRED 'N' VAC

- Operating Blower .............................................. 18

Maintenance ............................................................ 19

- Skill Levels ........................................................ 19

- Maintenance Intervals ...................................... 20

- Air Filter ............................................................ 21

- Fuel Filter .......................................................... 21

- Spark Plug......................................................... 2 2

- Cooling System................................................. 2 2

- Exhaust System................................................. 2 3

- Shredder Blade.................................................. 23

- Debris Bag ........................................................ 2 4

- Carburetor Adjustment ..................................... 24

Troubleshooting ...................................................... 26

Storage..................................................................... 27

Servicing Information............................................... 28

- Parts.................................................................. 28

- Service ..............................................................28

- ECHO Consumer Product Support.................... 28

- Warranty Card .................................................. 2 8

- Additional or Replacement Manuals ................2 8

- SUP22203474 Supplement ................................. 29

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.

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MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders.

IMPORTANT This enclosed message provides information necessary for the

The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited.

protection of the unit.

NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit.

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SAFETY

GENERAL

IMPORTANT

See Description and Specification sections and Decals in this section for full description and illustration of power head, Shred 'N' Vac® and blower assembly.

DESCRIPTION

VACUUM PIPE

HANDLE

RECOIL

STARTER

STOP

SWITCH

MUFFLER

SIDE HANDLE

DEBRIS

BAG

DECALS

Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions 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.

General Warning Decal

-WARNING-

-DANGER-

Read and follow all safety precautions in the operator's manual. Operators, helpers & bystanders can be severely injured by blown objects and must wear specified ANSI Z87.1 eye protection. Always wear hearing protection when operating.

WARNING DANGER

Rotating Blades. Interlock switch must be operational. Vacuum tubes and bag must be in place. When used as a blower, housing cover must be closed and secured.

SPANISH

ADVERTENCIA

PELIGRO

Esta unidad puede ser

peligrosa y producir

lesiones personales

graves si no se usa

en forma adecuada. Para

reducir el riesgo

delesionarse, los

operadores, los

ayudantes y los

espectadores deben

leer y comprender el

Manual Del Operador

que se entrega

escrito en español.

ENGLISH TRANSLATION

WARNING

DANGER

This unit can be

dangerous and cause

serious injury if

improperly used. To

reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and

understand the

Operator's Manual,

which is provided in

Spanish.

SPANISH

DECAL

GENERAL WARNING

DECAL

HOT

DECAL

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INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS

Symbol form/shape

Symbol

description/application

"WARNING, SEE

OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

Wear eyes, ears and

head protection

Finger Severing

Symbol form/shape

Symbol

description/application

Hot

Surface

Fuel and oil mixture

Emergency stop

Symbol form/shape

EQUIPMENT

Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed:

- Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.

- Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found.

Spark Arrestor Muffler

- The spark arrestor muffler controls the exhaust noise and prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Make sure the spark arrestor screen is in good repair and properly seated in the muffler.

Symbol

description/application

Carburetor adjustment

- High speed mixture

Carburetor adjustment

- Idle speed

Carburetor adjustment

- Low speed mixture

Symbol form/shape

Symbol

description/application

Primer Bulb

Ignition ON/OFF

Parts

- Do not use Shred 'N' Vac® if any part is missing or damaged.

- Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service dealer.

- Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator's Manual.

FUEL

W ARNING 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!

- NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running.

- DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks

outdoors over bare ground.

- Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling.

- Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or

operate unit until leakage is repaired.

ATTACHMENTS

AND

ACCESSORIES

After Refueling;

- Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.

- Move at least 3 M (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting.

After Use;

- DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.

PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

W ARNING DANGER

Power blower/Shred 'N' Vac® users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower/Shred 'N' Vac® is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a blower/Shred 'N' Vac®.

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.

3M (10 FT.)

Eye Protection

Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the blower/Shred 'N' Vac®.

Hand Protection

Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower/Shred 'N' Vac® handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.

Breathing Protection

Wear a face mask to protect against dust.

Hearing Protection

ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.

Proper Clothing -

Wear snug fitting, durable protective clothing;

• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.

• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,

• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY.

Wear sturdy protective safety shoes or boots with non-skid soles;

• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,

• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.

Hot Humid Weather -

Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.

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SAFE OPERA TION

Determine Operation Area

- Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual, and instructions for safe operation.

- Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects.

- Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15M (50 ft.) while the blower/Shred 'N' Vac® is in use.

- Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas.

- Take wind conditions into account: avoid open doors and windows.

- Start unit on ground with throttle at idle. Check that vacuum tube or blower pipe is not blocked by the ground or by any objects.

- Do not point blower or vacuum tube at people or animals.

Use Proper Clothing & Equipment

- Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.

Keep A Firm Grip

- Hold handle with fingers together encircling the handle.

15 m (50 ft.)

Keep A Solid Stance

- Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not overreach.

- Do not perform Maintenance or Assembly procedures with engine running.

- Material fed into this machine must be shreddable - metal, rocks, bottles or other non-shreddable material will damage the machine and can result in serious personal injury.

Noise Control

- Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of operations. Use only during appropriate hours.

- Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task. The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise.

- Be a good neighbor.

Avoid Hot Surfaces

- During operation, the exhaust area may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.

EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS

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 sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.

• Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands and wrists.

• Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking.

• Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the trimmer or other hand-held power equipment is not required.

• If you experience discomfort, redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.

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 through the area. Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS. CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years. To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following:

• Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted position. Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand, not just the thumb and index finger.

• Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.

• Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement.

• Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles.

• Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented.

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DESCRIPTION

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.

EMISSION CONTROL

The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification).

IMPORT ANT ENGINE INFORMA TION ENGINE FAMIL Y : TEH021UB24RA DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI AND 1995 1999 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

CONTENTS

1 - Power Head 1 - Blower Pipe Assembly 1 - Shred 'N' Vac® Suction Tube 1 - Elbow, Pipe 1 - T-Wrench 1 - Bottle 2-Cycle Engine Oil 1 - Debris Bag 1 - Operator's Manual 1 - Warranty Registration Card 1 - ECHO Emissions and Warranty Statement

Emission Control Label located on the engine. (EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine FAMILY).

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