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SHRED'N'VAC
Operator's Manual
 MODEL    ES-255 
      
      
             wARNiNg
Read  rules  for  safe operation and instructions  carefully.  ECHO provides this 
Operator's Manual, which must be read and understood for proper and  safe  opera-
tion.
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                        2 In Trodu CTIon 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 opera Tro 's manual ®  Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe SHRED'N'VAC Operator's Manual MODEL ES-255 place for future reference. It contains specifications and information  for operation, starting
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  3 O t pear Or 'S Ma Nual s aef Ty manual safe Ty symbols and Impor T an T Inforam TIon  Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words.  The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to  you. CiRClE AND SlASH SyMbOl    DANgER This symbol means the specific action  The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word  shown is prohibited. Ignoring th
                    
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                        4 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  Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the unit. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle.  Gloves also
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  5 O t prae Or 'S Ma Nual 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 
                    
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                        6 equ Ipmen T Ceh Ck      wARNiNg Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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 and safety  manual. • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.                        
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vca  7 O t pera Or 'S Ma Nual d es Cr Ip TIno Locate the safety decal on your unit.  Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions 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. 10 16 2 3 1 4 15 17 9 8 11 12 7 13 5 6 14 1 Hot Decal (near muffler and engine) P/N X505002310 General Warning Decal (located on  4 Sound Label (located on blower  blower h
                    
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                        8  1. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.  2. STOP SWITCH -  "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop.  3. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.   4. SAFETY DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.  5. FUEL TANK CAP - Covers and seals fuel tank.  6. 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 
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  9 O t erap Or 'S Ma Nual a y ssembl      wARNiNg Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine  running or serious personal injury may result. blower alpp ICa TIon 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 top of ring.  3. Align locking ribs (E) on upper blower pipe with recesses (D) in  locking ring, and slide upper blower pipe into locking ring. b
                    
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                        10 a v Cuum /shredd Ing appl ICa TIon Remove Blower Pipes  1. Release locking ring (C) with a coin or screwdriver, and rotate  ring so that lock symbol (A) is at top of ring.  2. Remove pipes from locking ring.   Install Vacuum Tube  1. Turn knob (I) counter clockwise until hinged housing cover is  free to open for vacuum tube installation.  2. Opening housing cover, slide recess (J) on vacuum tube into  locking rib (K), and turn the vacuum tube clockwise so that it is  locked. NOTE Engine will 
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  11 O t prae Or 'S Ma Nual Install Bag  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 top of ring.  3. Align locking ribs (L) on elbow with recesses (D) in locking ring,  and slide elbow into locking ring.  4. After inserting elbow into fan case so that line (M) meets locking  ring (C), rotate locking ring  clockwise 1/8 turn to lock elbow in  place.  5. Place debris bag opening over flared 
                    
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                        12 o arpe TIno  wARNiNg 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. Blower housing may contain shredder blades and  other sharp edges that can cause serious injuries if touched, even if engine is off and blades are not moving.  Wear  gloves to prot
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  13 O t prae Or 'S Ma Nual Handling Fuel         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 or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel t
                    
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                        14 s T ar TIng Cold eng Ine  1.     Stop Switch        A Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. b  2. Throttle Position Lever      Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full  throttle positions.  3. Choke        Move choke (C) to Cold Start (  ) Position.  4. Purge Bulb C   Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the  clear fuel tank return line. D IMPORTANT   Recoil starter:  Use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for start- ing.  Do 
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  15 O t pera Or 'S Ma Nual s T ar TIng arm w gne Ine A The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close  b the choke.  1. Stop Switch        Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.  2. Throttle Position Lever      Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full  throttle positions.  3. Purge Bulb   Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the  clear fuel tank return line.  4. Recoil Starter       D Place the u
                    
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                        16 arepo TIgn eolrwb     wARNiNg  Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a  poison gas.  Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in- jury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns.  ALWAYS position  unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.     wARNiNg Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face filter  mask or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower  pipe in the direction of people or pets.    IMPORTANT Use reduc
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vca  17 O t pera Or 'S Ma Nual ®  derhs 'n ' a v C perao TIno     wARNiNg    Flying debris hazard.  Never operate unit as a vacuum unless  discharge elbow is installed and debris bag is securely cinched to  elbow.  Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injuries.       wARNiNg  Debris bag is flammable and could be ignited if allowed to contact  hot muffler cover or exhaust.  Keep bag away from hot surfaces at  all times.  1. Adjust debris bag strap to support bag on oper
                    
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                        18 m a In Tenan Ce    wARNiNg 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. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear  gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO blower is designed to provide many hours of trouble f
                    
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                        ® Shred 'N'Vac  19 O t pera Or 'S Ma Nual a Ir f Il Ter Level 1. Tools required:    25-50 mm (1-2 in.) Cleaning  brush. TM Parts required: REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. NOTE   Clean daily.  1.  Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from  entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush  accumulated dirt from air cleaner area.  2.  Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover.  3.  Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter. Replace  f
                    
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                        20 rka ps plug Level 2. Tools required:  T-Wrench, Feeler gauge  TM Parts Required:  REPOWER Tune-Up Kit  IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug otherwise severe engine  damage may occur.  1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded  center electrode.  2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one.  DO NOT sand blast to 0.65 mm clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. (0.026 in.)  3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode.  4. Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf • cm (13