POWER BLOWER 13

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

STOPPING ENGINE

1.Throttle Trigger/Throttle Position Lever

Release throttle trigger (F). Move throttle position lever (B)

 

A

forward to idle position and allow engine to return to idle before

 

B

F

shutting off engine.

 

2. Stop Switch

Move stop switch (A) to “STOP” position.

WARNING

If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using blower again.

OPERATING BLOWER

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.

Read the Safety Section carefully.

IMPORTANT

To avoid engine damage due to over-revving, do not block blower pipe.

1.Use only during appropriate hours.

2.Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes.

3.Control engine speed with throttle trigger (F), or for continuous use, set engine speed with throttle position lever (B). Rotate throttle position lever forward for lower speed, back for higher speed.

4.Use lower speed to blow debris from hard surfaces.

5.Additional speed may be necessary to clean debris, snow, etc. from lawns and flowerbeds.

NOTE

Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to perform a task. Remember, the higher the engine speed, the louder the blower noise. Minimize dust by using blower at lower speeds. Keep debris on your property.

Be Smart - be a good neighbor.

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