Echo PB-251, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual MODEL PB 251 X753002680 11 06 X7531180000 WARNING Read rules for safeoperationandinstructions carefully ECHOprovidesthisOperator s Manual whichmustbereadandunderstoodforproperand sa...

Page 2: ...fications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica tion but are subject to change without notice Illustrations may include optional equ...

Page 3: ...ating a blower WARNING Thesafetyalertsymbolaccompaniedbytheword WARNING callsattentiontoanactorcondition whichCANleadtoseriouspersonalinjuryordeath ifnotavoided CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol mea...

Page 4: ...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 coole...

Page 5: ...p 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 da...

Page 6: ...tachment accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator s Manual IMPORTANTENGINEINFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY 6EHXS 0254KF DISPLACEMENT 25 4 CC EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 300 HRS...

Page 7: ...ecal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information P N89016006361 P NX505002080 65 Category I dB A Measured at 50 ft 15m per AN...

Page 8: ...for cold starting Move choke lever to RUN position to open choke 10 PURGE BULB Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank purging air from the carburetor Pump purge...

Page 9: ...line F meets locking ring C rotate locking ring clockwise 1 8 turn to lock upper blower pipe in place 5 Align tabs H with grooves G and slide lower blower pipe over upper pipe until there is light re...

Page 10: ...mature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components Fuel Requirements Gasoline Use 89 Octane R M 2 mid grade or higher gasoline known to be good quality Gasoline may con...

Page 11: ...owly allowing pressure to equalize NEVERrefuelaunitwhentheengineisHOTorRUNNING DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel tank Wipe up spills...

Page 12: ...warm up before use STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A away from the STOP position 2 Throttle P...

Page 13: ...er pipe in the direction of people or pets Read the Safety Section carefully IMPORTANT To avoid engine damage due to over revving do not block blowerpipe 1 Use only during appropriate hours 2 Allow th...

Page 14: ...H Y L R A E Y s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M r e l a e D o h c E d e d n e m m o c e R t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r...

Page 15: ...irty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Installairfiltercover FUEL FILTER...

Page 16: ...engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warrant...

Page 17: ...deposits in muffler will cause a drop in engine output and overheating Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically 1 Remove two engine cover screws and remove cover from engine Clean cylinder...

Page 18: ...stment make sure that Air filter is clean and properly installed Spark arrestor screen is free of carbon Blower pipes are installed 1 Start engine run at idle for one minute 2 Complete warm up by runn...

Page 19: ...e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l e c c a y l r e p o r p r e t l i f r i A y t r i d r e t l i f r i A r a e w l a m r o N e c a l p e r r o n a e l C r e t l i f l e u F y t r...

Page 20: ...in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all screws and nuts 6 Drain the...

Page 21: ...GKBPM8YGap0 65mm 0 026in ExhaustSystem Spark Arrestor Muffler w Catayst Fuel Mixed GasolineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use f...

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Page 24: ...ration or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know...