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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.

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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 blower 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 & force in 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.

Summary of Contents for Type 1E PB-2100

Page 1: ...operationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthisOperator sManualwhich mustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation X7501135101 89861020561 05 99 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product c...

Page 2: ...ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully ECHO provides this Operator s Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation TABLE OF CONTENTS Introducti...

Page 3: ...operator and bystanders The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited SAFETY GENERAL DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT See Description and Specification sections and De...

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Page 5: ...ents 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 Refer to Exhaust System Maintenance pg 19 Parts D...

Page 6: ...e worn when operating a blower 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...

Page 7: ...for potential hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions Spectators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15M 50 ft while the blower is i...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...ne EXAMPLEONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY CONTENTS 1 Power Head 1 Blower Pipe Assembly 1 Plastic Bag 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 1 ECHO Emissions and Warranty St...

Page 10: ...OILSTARTERHANDLE Pullhandleslowlyuntilstarterengages thenquicklyandfirmly Whenenginestarts return handle slowly DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur 7 FUELTANKCAP Coversandsealsfue...

Page 11: ...2 mm 1 268 in Stroke 26 0 mm 1 024 in Carburetor Zama Diaphragm model C1U w primer bulb Ignition System Flywheel Magneto capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPM 7Y Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in E...

Page 12: ...ain alcohol or 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether Gasoline containing methanol wood alcohol is NOT approved Two StrokeOil Atwo strokeengineoilmeetingISO L EGDStandard ISO CD13738 mustbeused Echobrand...

Page 13: ...ntil leakage is repaired After Refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3M 10 ft from refueling location before starting After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks ca...

Page 14: ...2 Close Choke Cold Start Move choke C to Cold Start Position 3 Primer Bulb Prime Pumpprimerbulb B 10times Fuelwillbevisibleandflowfreelyin the clear fuel tank return line IMPORTANT Recoil starter Use...

Page 15: ...to idle for a minute 2 Move stop switch A to STOP position WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your...

Page 16: ...at lower speeds Keep debris on your property Be Smart be a good neighbor MAINTENANCE Your ECHO blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help...

Page 17: ...e P r e t l i F r i A e c a l p e R t c e p s n I I I R r e n i a r t S l e u F e c a l p e R n a e l C I R e n i L l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I I I I R r o t e r u b r a C e c a l p e R d l i...

Page 18: ...ertain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools...

Page 19: ...s Head Screwdriver PointedWoodStick CleaningBrush 25mm 50mm 1in 2in Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To prevent overheating and engine seizure cooling air comes through the grille and...

Page 20: ...to muffler 6 Install engine cover and spark plug ADJUSTING CARBURETOR GENERAL Emission Models With Limiter Caps Level2 Toolsrequired Screwdriver tachometer EchoP N99051130017 Parts required none NOTE...

Page 21: ...o clear air from carburetor chambers 3 Run at idle and accelerate to check for smooth transition from idle to high speed if engine hesitates turn LO speed screw B counterclockwise 1 8th of a turn at a...

Page 22: ...tch Turn switch on See your ECHO dealer See your ECHO dealer Spark at plug No spark at plug Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Adjust 0 65mm 0 026in Clean or...

Page 23: ...unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all screws and nuts 6 Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel fr...

Page 24: ...assistance or have questions concerning the application operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 00amto5 00pm Central Standard Tim...

Page 25: ...etor is set in compliance with EPA Phase II Emission Regulations In addition the carburetor is equipped with HI and LO needle adjustment limiters that prevent settings outside acceptable limits DESCRI...

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