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                        Power  Blower
Operator's Manual
 MODELS   PB-500H  
      PB-500T  
      
        
               WARNING  
Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully.  ECHO provides this 
Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe opera-
tion.
X750011584
X7505200004
11/09                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                    
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                        2 Introduct Ion 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 rot rapoe 's amanul Power  Blower Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe  Operator's Manual MODELS PB-500H PB-500T place for future reference. It contains specifications and information  for operation,
                    
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                        Power Bwlore 3 o P ro t era 's Manual s yfeta manual safety symbols and I ant mport I t nforma Ion  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. CIRCLE AND SLASH SyMBOL    DANGER This symbol means the specific action  The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word  shown is prohibited. Ignoring these p
                    
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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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                        Power Blower 5 o P or t era 's Manual 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 thr
                    
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                        6 que Imntpe check      WARNING   Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. 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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                        Power Blower 7 o P or t era 's Manula d secr Itp Ino PB-500H Locate these safety decals 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. 7 1 Hot Decal (near muffler) 2 6 P/N X505002310 5 4 3 10 8 11 12 9 14 13 General Warning Decal (located on blower housing) P/N X505002080 Sound Label (located on blo
                    
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                        8  1. SAFETy DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.  2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.   3. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALyST - 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 starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  Wh
                    
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                        Power Blower 9 o P ro t aer 's Mlanua PB-500T 7 1 2 Hot Decal (near muffler) 6 P/N X505002310 5 4 3 8 10 11 12 9 13 15 14 General Warning Decal (located on blower housing) P/N X505002080 Sound Label (located on blower housing) P/N X508000130 70    Category II Measured at 50 ft. (15m) per ANSI B175.2 dB(A)                                                                                                                                                                                                  
                    
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                        10  1. SAFETy DECAL - Lists important safety precautions.  2. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.   3. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALyST - 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 starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  W
                    
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                        Power Blower 11 o P ro t aer 's Mlanua c ontents PB-500H Power  Blower Operator's Manual MODELS PB-500H PB-500T ___ 1  -  Power Head ___ 1  -  Flex Pipe ___ 1  -  Pipe w/swivel               WARNING Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully.  ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. ___ 1  -  Straight Pipe X750011580 X7505200000 04/08 ___ 1  -  Straight Pipe w/decal ___ 1  -  Operator's Manual ___ 1  -  Warranty Regi
                    
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                        12 a y ssembl PB-500H B A A      WARNING   Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine  running or serious personal injury may result. I lla nst owerlb p Ipes / ts Ikc handel  1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B).    2. Assemble straight pipe with swivel (C) into flexible pipe (B). D  3. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower. C NOTE A B A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to  A blower elbow.  4. Tighten clamps (A).  5
                    
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                        Power Bwlore 13 o P or t era 's Manual PB-500T G     WARNING   Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine  running or serious personal injury may result. I lal nst blower p Ipes (t ) G A B A  1. Place guide loop (G) across clamp, and turn until clip fully engages  clamp band. NOTE Clamp with cable guide loop (G) fits elbow end of flexible pipe (B).  2. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B).    3. Assemble flexible pipe (B) to elbow (D) on blower. Position guid
                    
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                        14 o t erap Ion  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 pro
                    
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                        Power Blower 15 o P or t era 's Manula 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 tanks 
                    
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                        16 rta st Ing cold eng Ine  • Recoil starter:  Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for start- ing.  Do not allow the rope to snap back in.  Always hold the unit  firmly. • (PB-500H): Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a com- fortable operating position. PB-500H PB-500H  1. Throttle Lever   Move throttle position lever (A) midway between idle and full  throttle positions. A PB-500T PB-500T  1. Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button   Slide Throttle Position / Stop Switch Butt
                    
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                        Power Blower 17 o P or t era 's Manual PB-500H art st Ing amr w eng Ine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close  the choke. PB-500H  1. Throttle Lever   Move throttle position lever (A) midway between idle and full  throttle positions. A PB-500T PB-500T  1. Throttle Position / Stop Switch Button   Slide Throttle position / Stop switch Button(A) back to idle posi- tion. PB-500H, PB-500T  2. Purge Bulb   Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
                    
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                        18 t opera Ing blowre    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, a face filter mask  and take all safety precautions or serious personal injury may result. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people 
                    
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                        Power Belowr 19 o P or t era 's Manual m a Icnaetnen    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 
                    
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                        20 a Ir f I ret l Level 1. Tools required:    25  - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. TM   Parts required:   Repower Tune Up 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 filter  if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very