Maintenance.............................................................15 -Skill Levels.......................................................15 -Maintenance Intervals.......................................15 -Air Filter ...........................................................16 -Fuel Filter..........................................................16 -Spark Plug.........................................................17 -Cooling System.................................................17 -Exhaust System.................................................18 -Carburetor Adjustment......................................19 -High Altitude Operation................................19 Troubleshooting .......................................................20 Storage .....................................................................21 Specifications ...........................................................22 Warranty Statements................................................23 Servicing Information..............................................28 -Parts/Serial Number..........................................28 -Service ..............................................................28 -ECHO Consumer Product Support...................28 -Warranty Registration.......................................28 -Additional or Replacement Manuals................28 Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Power Blower oPerator's Manual safeTy manual safeTy symbols and ImporTanT InformaTIon 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. InTernaTIonal symbols Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applicationSymbol form/shape read and understand Operator's Manual. Fuel and oil mixture Hot Surface personal CondITIon and safeTy equIpmenT warningPower Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a blower. wear eyes, ears and head protection Finger Severing Safety/alert wear hand protection. Use two handed. DO nOT smoke near fuel. DO nOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. wear slip resis- tant foot wear. warningThe safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condi- tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. CIRCLE AND sLAsh syMbOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohi- bitions can result in serious or fatal injury. CaUTiOn The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information neces- sary for the protection of the unit. DangErThe safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applicationSymbol form/shape Carburetor adjustment - idle speed Carburetor adjustment - High speed mixture Emergency stop Carburetor adjustment - Low speed mixture ignition On/OFF Primer bulb Choke Control "Cold Start" Position (Choke Closed) Choke Control "run" Position (Choke Open) idle Speed Fast Speed 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 reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Breathing Protection Wear a facemask to protect against dust. Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS, • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, and JEWELRY. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles: • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afte...