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Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS PB-580 H/T TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2Introduction ..............................................................

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PB-580 H/T INTRODUCTION X7505200600 3 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION 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 S...

Page 4 - SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information

4 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PB-580 H/T SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information 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 symb...

Page 7 - • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.; Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions; • Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm

PB-580 H/T SAFETY X7505200600 7 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late aft...

Page 8 - • Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted position.; Read the Manual

8 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. SAFETY PB-580 H/T Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) 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 ...

Page 9 - Keep a Solid Stance; work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach.; Avoid Hot Surfaces; • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact; Equipment; • Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged.

PB-580 H/T SAFETY X7505200600 9 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. Keep a Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris....

Page 10 - An Emission Control Label; Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance Period)

10 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) PB-580 H/T EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engin...

Page 11 - DESCRIPTION; Sound Label

PB-580 H/T DESCRIPTION X7505200600 11 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION PB-580H Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORD...

Page 15 - CONTENTS; Statement

PB-580 H/T CONTENTS X7505200600 15 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS 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. PB-580 H ____ 1 - Power Head ____ 1 - Flex Pipe ____ 1 - Pipe w/s...

Page 16 - ASSEMBLY; Install Blower Pipes/Stick Handle; Note: A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible

16 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY PB-580 H/T ASSEMBLY PB-580 H Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install Blower Pipes/Stick Handle 1. Assemble clamps (A) onto both ends of flexible pipe (B). 2. Assemble straight pipe...

Page 18 - Note: Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections.; OPERATION

18 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PB-580 H/T 7. Move handle (E) to desired position. Tighten knob (H) hand tight. 8. Assemble straight pipe (I) onto swivel pipe (C), until you feel light resistance. Do not force connection. Hold swivel pipe and turn straight pipe clockwise, engaging posit...

Page 19 - Fuel Requirements; Gasoline; Echo premium Power Blend X; Handling Fuel; Use an approved fuel container.

PB-580 H/T OPERATION X7505200600 19 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power...

Page 20 - Mixing Instructions; After use; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur.; Storage; Starting Cold Engine; Throttle Lever

20 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PB-580 H/T Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close f...

Page 21 - ) position, then pull starter handle/rope until engine starts; Starting Warm Engine; Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start; Stopping Engine

PB-580 H/T OPERATION X7505200600 21 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. 5. Choke After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke lever back to RUN ( ) position, then pull starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs. Allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RU...

Page 22 - Operating Blower; Read the Safety Section carefully.; To avoid engine damage due to over-revving, do not block blower pipe.

22 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PB-580 H/T 2. Throttle Lever Move Throttle Lever (A) all the way forward to STOP position. 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 be...

Page 23 - Additional speed may be necessary to clean grass and; Cold Weather Operation; Plug

PB-580 H/T OPERATION X7505200600 23 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. 6. Additional speed may be necessary to clean grass and leaves from a lawn or flower bed. 7. Higher speed may be necessary to move gravel, dirt, snow, bottles or cans from a driveway, street, parking lot or stadium. 8. Always stop unit using st...

Page 24 - Note: Blower performance may be reduced slightly.; Adjust the Harness

24 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. OPERATION PB-580 H/T Intake Cover (optional) In cold weather, intake cover can be installed for operator comfort. Intake cover is not included. 1. Remove back cushion (A) from frame. 2. Install intake cover (B) on frame over air intake. 3. Install back cushion (A) ...

Page 25 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; Maintenance Intervals; the frequency of required maintenance.; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:

PB-580 H/T MAINTENANCE X7505200600 25 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE 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 befo...

Page 27 - Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded; Cooling System; Overheating and engine seizure can occur when:; Cleaning Grill

PB-580 H/T MAINTENANCE X7505200600 27 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. Spark Plug Level 2. Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NO...

Page 28 - Cleaning Cylinder Fins; Clean cylinder fins (A) to allow cooling air to pass freely; Exhaust System; Spark Arrestor Screen; Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.

28 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PB-580 H/T Cleaning Cylinder Fins 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Remove starter 3. Remove engine cover. 4. Clean cylinder fins (A) to allow cooling air to pass freely 5. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Carbo...

Page 29 - Exhaust Port Cleaning; Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from

PB-580 H/T MAINTENANCE X7505200600 29 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Remove starter 3. Remove engine cover. 4. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) heat shield (B). 5. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exha...

Page 30 - High Altitude Operation; Idle Adjustment

30 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE PB-580 H/T Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissi...

Page 31 - Turn Adjustment Screw until Throttle Trigger free play is

PB-580 H/T MAINTENANCE X7505200600 31 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. Throttle Cable Adjustment (PB-580T only) Level 1 If engine idle speed changes when blower pipe is moved, or engine will not reach full wide open throttle speed, adjust throttle cable. 1. Loosen handle adjustment knob (C) and tilt Tube Throttl...

Page 32 - TROUBLESHOOTING; ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

32 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING PB-580 H/T TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESH...

Page 33 - STORAGE; Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.

PB-580 H/T STORAGE X7505200600 33 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result....

Page 34 - SPECIFICATIONS

34 X7505200600 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS PB-580 H/T SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PB-580 H PB-580 T Length (w/o pipes) 379 mm (14.92in.) 379 mm (14.92 in.) Width (w/o pipes) 537 mm (21.14 in.) 478 mm (18.82 in.) Height (w/o pipes) 459 mm (18.07 in.) Weight (dry) (w/o pipes) 9.4 kg (20.7 lb.) 9.3 kg ...

Page 35 - WARRANTY STATEMENTS

PB-580 H/T WARRANTY STATEMENTS X7505200600 35 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free ...

Page 37 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment

PB-580 H/T PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7505200600 37 © 11/2014 ECHO Inc. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY ! NOTE: your information will never be sold or...

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