It is highly inflammable. — Refuel before starting work. — Do not smoke while handling fuel. — Do not refuel a hot engine. — Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Always wipe unit dry before using. — Move at least 3meters (10 feet) away from the fueling point before starting engine. — Always store gasoline in approved container. 2. Do not operate in unventilated area. 3. Do not allow bystanders in work area. 4. Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of people. 5. Always wear safety glasses. 6. Always wear ear protectors wherever possible. 7. Avoid wearing loose clothing or loose scarf. 8. Always use a face filter mask to avoid breathing dust. 9. Do not block blower pipe in order to avoid engine damage due to over revolution. CONTENTS Page Rules for Safe Operation .......................................................... 1 Technical Data..................................................................2 Nomenclature of Parts............................................................3 Assembling.....................................................................3 Operation......................................................................4 Maintenance and Care ............................................................6 Troubleshooting................................................................7 Storage After Use................................................................9 Optional parts ................................................................10 Parts Catalogue ................................................................11 TECHNICAL DATA Dimension Lx Wx H cm (in.) 20.8 x 28.2 x 35.5 (8.2 x 11.1 x 14.0) Weight kg (lbs) 4.4 (9.7) Engine Type Displacement Carburetor Ignition Spark plug Starter cc (cu.in.) Air cooled 2 cycle single cylinder 21.2 (1.29) Walbro diaphragm type WA Flywheel magneto: contact breaker point system NGK BM-6A or CHAMPION CJ-8 Recoil starter Fuel Mixing ratio Tank capacity litre (FL.OZ.US) Mixture of regular gasoline and air cooled two stroke engine oil. (32:1 Ratio or 50:1 Ratio with special oil approved b> 0.4 (13.5) Blower Air speed (Max.) Air volume (Max.) m/sec (MPH) m3/min (Cu.ft./min) 60 (135) 8 (280) * Technical data subject to change without notice. I - 2 - NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS Fan head nozzle Curved pipe Straight pipe Adapter pipe Fuel tank cap ASSEMBLING • Assemble adapter pipe to the blower (Fan case) and tighten clamp as shown. • Assemble both straight pipes to adapter pipe. • Assemble curved pipe and fan head nozzle to the straight pipe. • Rotate the curved pipe to a convenient angle for operation. Air cleaner Throttle trigger Carburetor Recoil starter Muffler Fuel tank cover Rubber band Ignition switch Spark plug Fan case Adapter pipe Clamp Screw - 3 - OPERATION CHECK UP OF NUTS AND OTHER HARDWARES • Check up loose nuts, bolts and screws before using the unit every day. FUEL • Fuel used for this model is a mixture of regular grade gasoline and ECHO brand motor oil or an aircooled two stroke engine oil of a reputable brand name. Mixture ratio is Gasoline 32 parts: Oil 1 part. — Fuel mixture at a ratio other than 32: 1 may cause malfunction of the engine. (NOTE) 32:1 Ratio is applicable with special oil approved by ECHO. — Pour 1/2 gasoline into safe container, add oil and mix thoroughly. — Now add the remainder of gasoline and mix again. — Do not use motor oil other than that recommended above. (32 ; 1) — Do not mix directly in engine fuel tank. Fuel mix chart (50 : 1) After refuel to tank, secure filler cap and wipe all spilled fuel with a dry cloth. US METRIC US METRIC GAS OIL GAS OIL GAL OIL GAS OIL GAL FL OZ LITERS CC GAL. FL 0Z LITERS CC 1 4.0 4 125 1 2.6 4 80 2 8.0 8 250 2 5.1 8 160 5 20.0 20 625 5 12.8 20 400 STARTING COLD ENGINE • Stand engine upright on a level surface. • Ignition switch to "start/run" position. • Turn choke shutter to START (close) position. (Towards the flexible pipe) • Open throttle trigger to a fast idle. (Squeeze it slightly) • Pull recoil starter until engine fires. • Turn choke shutter to full RUN (open) position, and if necessary, start engine again and allow to warm up before using. (Caution) Recoil starter: Use short pulls-only 1/2—2/3 of the starter rope for starting. shutter Ignition switch START/run Throttle trigger Recoil starter handle STARTING WARM ENGINE • Ignition switch to "start/run" position. • Pull starter handle until engine fires. — Do not use the choke. STOPPING ENGINE • Release throttle trigger and allow engine to cool at an idle for a few minutes. • Ignition switch to "stop" position. (Note) When engine does not stop, shift choke shutter to close position. Check and repair switch before starting engine again. OPERATING BLOWER • Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. • ECHO PB-200 can be run at any speed between an idle of 2300—2700 RPM and maximum load speed of 7500 RP...