Echo SHRED 'N' VAC ES-255, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...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 conta...

Page 2: ...EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 8 Description 9 Contents 11 Assembly 12 Blower Application 12 Install Blower Pipes 12 Remove Blower Pipes 13 Vacuum Shredding Application 14 Operation 15 Fu...

Page 3: ...e 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 p...

Page 4: ...t 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 serio...

Page 5: ...xture Carburetor Adjustment High speed mixture Wear eye ear and head protection Finger severing Safety Alert Carburetor Adjustment Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Idle Speed Fast speed Wear hand...

Page 6: ...n 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 pro...

Page 7: ...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 Str...

Page 8: ...oid 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 wi...

Page 9: ...ry 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 s...

Page 10: ...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 info...

Page 11: ...ed on the front of the air cleaner case Move choke lever to COLD START to close the choke for Cold Starting Move choke lever to RUN position to open choke 7 PURGE BULB Pumping purge bulb before starti...

Page 12: ...d or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts ____ 1 Power Head ____ 1 Blower Pipe upper ____ 1 Blower Pipe lower ____ 1 SHRED N VAC Suction Tube ____ 1 Elbow Pipe ____ 1 Debris...

Page 13: ...ngine running or serious personal injury may result Install Blower Pipes 1 Stand unit upright on blower base 2 Release locking ring C with a coin or screwdriver and rotate so that lock symbol A is at...

Page 14: ...ot force connection 6 Hold main pipe and turn fan head pipe clockwise engaging positive locking channels until connection is firm Note Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections Exclusive posi...

Page 15: ...n vacuum tube into locking rib K and turn the vacuum tube clockwise so that it is locked Note Engine will not start operate unless safety interlock switch K is activated by the vacuum tube Install Bag...

Page 16: ...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 in...

Page 17: ...13738 and J A S O FD Standards must be used Echo brand premium Power Blend X Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO...

Page 18: ...el storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a w...

Page 19: ...osition and if necessary restart engine Note If engine does not start with choke in Run position after 5 pulls repeat instructions 3 6 7 Throttle Position Lever After engine starts move throttle posit...

Page 20: ...edure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Trigger Throttle Position Lever Release throttle trigger Move throttle position lever B forward to idle position and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off...

Page 21: ...efully To avoid engine damage due to over revving do not block blower pipe 1 Use only during appropriate hours 2 Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes 3 Control engine speed wit...

Page 22: ...e bag off elbow Open other end of bag and empty contents Close bag and reattach to blower Secure bag with Velcro strap Note Vacuum action works best at higher engine speeds Avoid using vacuum in areas...

Page 23: ...n tools may be required Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Maintenance Intervals MA...

Page 24: ...extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result 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...

Page 25: ...res 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 preve...

Page 26: ...D and spark arrestor screen E from muffler Replace screen if plugged with carbon deposits Note When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 3 Clean carbo...

Page 27: ...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 e...

Page 28: ...1 Never remove vacuum tube or open fan guard when SHRED N VAC is running or serious personal injury may result Always wear heavy duty work gloves when working in shredder blade area 1 With engine sto...

Page 29: ...Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace Cle...

Page 30: ...osition 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel tank...

Page 31: ...26 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend XTM ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use...

Page 32: ...arranty period and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made For your nearest authorized ECHO servicing dealer call ECHO s Dealer Referral Center at 1 800 432 ECHO or...

Page 33: ...or California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation X G Only use gasoline which contains G Gasohol which contains a 6 7 J 9 is also approved The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on...

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