Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS EB262 2 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................. 3Servicing Information................................................................................... 3...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; OR; SERVICING INFORMATION; always; have the Model Number and
EB262 INTRODUCTION X7501190802 3 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated INTRODUCTION 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 accessorie...
Page 4 - SAFETY
SAFETY EB262 4 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877-986-7783. Dea...
Page 5 - Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and; International Symbols
EB262 SAFETY X7501190802 5 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act...
Page 7 - Physical Condition; Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:
EB262 SAFETY X7501190802 7 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harmwww.P65Warnings.ca.gov The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal i...
Page 8 - Eye Protection
SAFETY EB262 8 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection ◆ Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit. ◆ For additional safety, a full-face shield may be worn over safety gla...
Page 9 - Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions; during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.
EB262 SAFETY X7501190802 9 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 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 afternoon hours when temperatures ar...
Page 10 - • Avoid using your wrist in a bent,
SAFETY EB262 10 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 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 activitie...
Page 11 - Read the Manual; • To prevent from dropping the unit, hold the handle in one hand, with; Keep a Solid Stance; • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery,; Avoid Hot Surfaces; • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.
EB262 SAFETY X7501190802 11 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manual • Provide all users of this equipment with literature for instructions on ...
Page 12 - Do not use blower if any part is missing or damaged.
SAFETY EB262 12 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Equipment Use only approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested...
Page 13 - An Emission Control Label; is
EB262 EMISSION CONTROL X7501190802 13 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Con...
Page 14 - DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION EB262 14 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated DESCRIPTION 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. Safety label is for ...
Page 15 - CONTENTS
EB262 CONTENTS X7501190802 15 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated CONTENTS The Shindaiwa product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or Shi...
Page 16 - ASSEMBLY; Install Blower Pipes; Stand unit upright on blower base.
ASSEMBLY EB262 16 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated ASSEMBLY Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. Install Blower Pipes 1. Stand unit upright on blower base. 2. Align locking ribs (A) on upper blower pipe with pipe lock (B) in...
Page 17 - Pull pipe out of fan case.; OPERATION
EB262 OPERATION X7501190802 17 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Note: Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. Exclusive positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened. If loosening occurs, remove pipe, and reinstall according to instructions 3 and 4. Remove Blower Pipes 1. Insert screwdri...
Page 18 - Always be alert for changes in operation of unit.; Fuel
OPERATION EB262 18 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations...
Page 19 - Fuel Requirements; Gasoline; approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is; Two Stroke Oil; KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
EB262 OPERATION X7501190802 19 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood al...
Page 20 - Handling Fuel; DO NOT smoke near fuel.; Mixing Instructions
OPERATION EB262 20 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. ◆ Use an approved fuel container. Mark fuel containers as containing 2-stroke mixture fuel. ◆ DO NOT smoke near fue...
Page 21 - Storage; - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government
EB262 OPERATION X7501190802 21 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some locatins may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws...
Page 22 - Stop Switch
OPERATION EB262 22 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Starting Cold Engine 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Throttle Position Lever Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full throttle positions. 3. Choke Move choke (C) to COLD START ( ) (close...
Page 23 - Recoil Starter; Note: If engine does not start; Throttle Trigger; Note: Allow engine to warm up 3 minutes before use.; Starting Warm Engine
EB262 OPERATION X7501190802 23 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 5. Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle handle (E) with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle (F) until engine fires, or maximum 5 pulls. 6. Choke Move choke lever (C) to RUN position ( ), and i...
Page 24 - Purge Bulb; Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start
OPERATION EB262 24 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. 4. Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle handle (D) with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starte...
Page 25 - Operating Blower
EB262 OPERATION X7501190802 25 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Stopping Engine 1. Throttle Trigger/Throttle Position Lever Release throttle trigger (A). Move throttle position lever (B) forward to idle position and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch ...
Page 26 - Read the Safety Section carefully.; Use only during appropriate hours.; Note: Never use a higher speed
OPERATION EB262 26 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Use reduced speed only when performing light-duty tasks or to comply with local noise regulations. Continuous low speed operation may allow fuel/oil residue to build-up on the piston and cause rapid build-up of carbon on the spark arrestor scr...
Page 27 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; Level 3; or
EB262 MAINTENANCE X7501190802 27 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 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 bef...
Page 29 - • The entire frame of the filter is securely seated in the housing.; Fuel Filter; Pull the fuel filter from the tank.
EB262 MAINTENANCE X7501190802 29 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Air Filter Level 1. 1. Close choke (COLD START [ ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from in...
Page 30 - Install the new filter with the reverse action.; Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE EB262 30 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 4. Install the new filter with the reverse action. Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply h...
Page 31 - • Air intakes are blocked,; Cleaning Grill
EB262 MAINTENANCE X7501190802 31 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: • Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder. • Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder. This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat f...
Page 32 - Cleaning Cylinder Fins; Exhaust System; High Altitude Operation; Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in
MAINTENANCE EB262 32 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated Cleaning Cylinder Fins Blow compressed air through crankcase intake grill and discharge grill at area shown. Exhaust System See your dealer for maintenance. Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duratio...
Page 33 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Clean or replace
EB262 TROUBLESHOOTING X7501190802 33 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. 3. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to t...
Page 35 - STORAGE; Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
EB262 STORAGE X7501190802 35 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 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 36 - SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS EB262 36 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EB262 Length 324 mm (12.8 in.) (without blower pipes)975mm (38.3 in.) (with blower pipes) Width 282 mm (11.1 in.) Height 355 mm (14.0 in.) Weight (dry) 4 kg (8.8 lb.) (without blower pipes)4.4 kg (9.8 lb.) (with blowe...
Page 38 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment; FAST
PRODUCT REGISTRATION EB262 38 X7501190802 © 09/19 ECHO Incorporated 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 o...
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