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PB-500 H/T
Power Blower
Operator’s Manual
Burn Hazard
The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may occur.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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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Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ |
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The Operator’s Manual ................................................................................................................ |
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Servicing information ......................................................................................................................... |
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Parts/Serial Number..................................................................................................................... |
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Service ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Echo Consumer Product Support ................................................................................................ |
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Warranty Registration .................................................................................................................. |
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Additional or Replacement Manuals ............................................................................................ |
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Safety................................................................................................................................................. |
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Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..................................................................... |
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International Symbols .................................................................................................................. |
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Personal Condition and Safety Equipment .................................................................................. |
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Equipment.................................................................................................................................... |
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Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)........................................................................................ |
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EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III ............................................................................. |
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Description....................................................................................................................................... |
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Contents .......................................................................................................................................... |
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Assembly ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Install Blower Pipes/Stick Handle ............................................................................................. |
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Install Blower Pipes ................................................................................................................... |
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Operation ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Fuel ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Starting Cold Engine .................................................................................................................. |
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Starting Warm Engine................................................................................................................ |
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Stopping Engine......................................................................................................................... |
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Operating Blower ....................................................................................................................... |
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Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... |
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Skill Levels ................................................................................................................................. |
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Maintenance Intervals................................................................................................................ |
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Air Filter...................................................................................................................................... |
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Fuel Filter ................................................................................................................................... |
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Spark Plug ................................................................................................................................. |
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Cooling System.......................................................................................................................... |
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Exhaust System ......................................................................................................................... |
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Carburetor Adjustment............................................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... |
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Storage ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)........................................................................................... |
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Specifications................................................................................................................................... |
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Warranty Statements ....................................................................................................................... |
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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 SAFETY messages.
The Operator’s Manual
Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.
SERVICING INFORMATION
Parts/Serial Number
Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.
Model No. _________________ SN. ___________________
Service
Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.
Echo Consumer Product Support
If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1-800-673-1558 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial number of your unit.
Warranty Registration
To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your ECHO equipment on-line at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.
Additional or Replacement Manuals
Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information.
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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, 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.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided.
The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.
Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit.
CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL
This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.
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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 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
Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1, CE, or CSA Z94.3 requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit.
Hand Protection
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
Breathing Protection
Wear a facemask to protect against dust.
Hearing Protection
ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.
Proper Clothing
Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;
•Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
•DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,
•DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth.
Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles;
•DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
•DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves.
Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net.
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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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 pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
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 unit 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 exercise 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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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 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 instructions on Safe Operation.
Clear the Work Area
• Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use.
• Take wind conditions into account: avoid open doors and windows.
• Do not point blower at people or animals.
•Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as stones or metal objects.
Keep a Firm Grip
• Hold the handle in one hand, with thumb and fingers encircling the handle.
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 over reach.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
•Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
Equipment
Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. 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.
• Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
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•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 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.
•DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit.
•NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings.
Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using.
EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE)
EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III
The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions). Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks.
An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an
EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine FAMILY).
Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance Period)
The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved
maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
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DESCRIPTION
PB-500H
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 instructions for specific information.
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1.SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.
2.SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.
3.SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER - 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 recoil starter engages, then quickly and firmly. When engine starts, return handle slowly. DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.
5.AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable air filter element.
6.FUEL TANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank.
7.SHOULDER HARNESS - Used to support unit on operator's back. The straps are adjustable.
8.CHOKE - Move lever UP to close choke ( 
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9.PURGE BULB - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from the carburetor. Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump purge bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
10.THROTTLE POSITION LEVER/STOP SWITCH - Combination stop switch and variable speed throttle lever. When the lever is moved all the way forward the blower is at Wide Open Throttle (W.O.T.). When the lever is moved rearward to detent, the blower is at idle. When the lever is moved rearward past the idle detent the blower will stop.
11.HANDLE - Rotates downward for throttle control access. Spring loaded for flexible operation.
12.STICK HANDLE - Provides comfortable grip for directing air flow.
13.BLOWER PIPES - Exclusive positive locking system.
14.FLEXIBLE PIPE - Allows for full range of movement.
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