POWER BLOWER Operator's Manual MODEL Type 1E PB-2100 Serial Number 001001 & Up WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING DANGER 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.
WARNING 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.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 3 MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. IM PO RT AN T This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 5 INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application "WARNING, SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Hot Surface Wear eyes, ears and head protection Fuel and oil mixture Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Carburetor adjustment - High speed mixture Carburetor adjustment - Idle speed Finger Severing Emergency stop Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Primer Bulb Ignition ON/OFF Carb
After Refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at lease 3M (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. 3 m (10 ft.) PERSONAL CONDITION & SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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, JEWELRY. Wear sturdy work shoes or boots with non-skid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Hot Humid Weather -Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke.
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.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL DESCRIPTION After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. EMISSION CONTROL The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : TEH021UB24RA DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI AND 1995 1999 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES.
1. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradually for best operating technique. 3. BLOWER PIPES - Twist lock design. 4. MUFFLER/SPARK ARRESTOR - The muffler controls the exhaust noise while the spark arrestor prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler where they could possibly start a fire. 5.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 11 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PB-210 Length 330 mm (13.0 in.) w/o blower attachment Width 215 mm (8.46 in.) Height 340 mm (13.37 in.) Weight (dry) 4.0 kg (8.4 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Displacement 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.) Bore 32.2 mm (1.268 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.024 in.
ASSEMBLY WARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. INSTALL BLOWER PIPES 1. Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housing. 2. Turn straight pipe clockwise to lock it into place. PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements -R +M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ 2 ] gasoline known to be good quality.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 13 Handling Fuel -WARNING 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! • NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running.
OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions which can cause serious injury or death. • • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL STARTING WARM ENGINE 1. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Start - Pull Rope. Lay the blower on a flat clear area and pull the starter handle (D) until the engine fires. NOTE If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release throttle trigger (E) and allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Move stop switch (A) to "STOP" position.
1. Use only during appropriate hours. 2. Make sure bevel at end of pipe faces outward. 3. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes. 4. Set engine speed with throttle position knob (F). NOTE The PB-2100 can be run at any speed between 2500 RPM to 7400 RPM once the engine has broken in (approximately after 3 fuel tanks). NOTE Use lower speed to blow dry leaves from a lawn or flower bed.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 17 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Component/System Maintenance Procedure Before U se Air Filter Inspect/Replace Fuel Strainer Clean/Replace Fuel Line Inspect/Replace Carburetor Inspect/Rebuild/Replace Choke System Inspect/Clean/Replace Cooling System Inspect/Clean Muffler Spark Arrestor Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean I Fuel Leaks Inspect/Replace I Spark Plug Clean/Replace Ignition System Clean/Replace Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Rep
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25-50mm (1in.-2in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: 3/4" Spark Plug deep socket, Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7Y, P/N 99944500071 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 clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.).
EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools Required: Cross Head Screwdriver. 20mm (3/4in.) spark plug deep socket. Soft metal brush. Wooden carbon scraper. Parts Required: Spark arrestor screen P/N 14586240630, gasket P/N 14586642031. 1. Remove spark plug and engine cover see "Cooling System Cleaning " page 19. 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3.
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 21 Initial Adjustment 1. With engine off, turn HI speed screw (C) counterclockwise to stop. 2. Turn LO speed screw (B) midway between stops. 3. Turn idle screw (A) until tip of screw just touches throttle plate; then turn three (3) turns clockwise. Final Adjustment 1. Start engine, run at idle for one minute. 2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine - starts hard Engine - does not start Engine Cranks Engine runs properly Remedy Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Clean Clean See your ECHO dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your ECHO dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture is too rich Open choke Clean/replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your ECHO dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark at end of plug wire Stop switch
POWER BLOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 23 STORAGE Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result. 2. Place the stop switch (A) in the "STOP" position. 3.
SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO Re Power Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find all three numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________Type No. _________SN.
SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL PART NUMBER X7501135101 (89861020561) FOR MODEL: PB-2100 S/N 898201 & UP DESCRIPTION Page 9 EMISSION CONTROL IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : 2EHXS.0214RA DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD : 300 HRS. THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHASE 2 EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. Please use this Operator Manual Supplement when assembling and maintaining your PB-2100.
