Echo SHRED-N-VAC ES-1000 User manual

OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
ES-1000
Serial Number 025000 & Up
ES-2000
_ Serial Nu m b er 001001 & Up
WARNING ▲ DANGER
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND
FOLLOW RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
For your nearest ECHO Dealer, call 1-800-432-ECHO (3246)

INTRODUCTION
The ECHO ES-1000 and ES-2000
SHRED-N-VAC ™ are lightweight, high
performance, gasoline powered units designed
for vacuuming and shredding a wide variety of
debris.
This manual provides the information necessary
for operation and maintenance.
WARNING A DANGER
Improper use or care of this unit, or failure to
wear proper protection can result in serious
Injury. Read and understand the rules for
safe operation and all Instructions In this
manual. Wear eye and hearing protection.
SAFETY AND SPECIAL INFORMATION
WARNING ▲ DANGER
This symbol is used to call attention to
procedures that must be followed to avoid
the risk of serious, immediate and
irreversible human injury or death
IMPORTANT
Indicates a situation that may cuase damage
to equipment.
NOTE
Draws attention to special information.
• Read and understand the entire operator's
manual before using this machine.
• Follow all danger warnings in this manual.
• Locate the safety decals on your unit. Make
sure the decals are legible and that you
understand and follow them.
CONTENTS
Safety..
Description...
Fuel...
Operation...
Service Maintenance Guide.
Troubleshooting.....
Service....
Assembly..
Storage.,
Specifications.
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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.
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SAFETY
WARNING A DANGER
Users risk injury to themselves and others
if the unit is used improperly, and/or safety
precautions are not followed. Proper
clothing and safety gear must be worn
when operating SHRED-N-VAC ™ .
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Read this Operator's Manual carefully. Be sure
you understand how to operate this unit
properly before you use it.
•Wear non-skid sole shoes. Do not wear open¬
toed shoes or operate unit while bare footed.
•Wear proper clothing to protect legs and other
exposed parts of your body.
•Wear eye, breathing and hearing protection
devices.
• Use caution when handling fuel. Put the gas
caps back tightly on both the gas can and the
fuel tank. Move at least 10 feet from the re¬
fueling point and be sure there is no leakage of
fuel from the gas cap or the fuel system before
starting the engine.
•Operate this gasoline engine powered
equipment in a well-ventilated area only.
• Start the unit on the ground with the throttle
set at idle. Do not start if the pipe is obstructed
by the ground or any other object.
• Inspect area where SHRED-N-VAC ™ will be
used. Remove stones, metal objects and any
other object that could cause injury or damage.
• Be certain the safety interlock switch operates
correctly (unit must stop when vacuum pipe is
removed or fan guard is opened).
• Do not allow other persons or pets in the area
when starting or using the SHRED-N-VAC.
• Keep a firm grip on the SHRED-N-VAC ™ at all
times.
REDUCE NOISE
NOTE
Before operating the unit, check and follow
local regulations concerning sound level and
hours of operation.
• Avoid using when people are likely to be
disturbed, such as late at night or early in the
morning. As a rule, operate between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
weekends.
• Operate at the lowest possible throttle setting
that gets the job done. If you loosen
compacted leaves, grass or debris with a
broom or a rake, using full throttle is not
necessary.
• Make sure the muffler works well. Also check
the air intakes and the air filter.
• Use only one piece of equipment at a time.
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PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT PHYSICAL CONDITION
• Always wear eye protection goggles that meet
ANSI Z 87.1 requirements (Z87 is stamped on
the goggles).
•Wear hearing protection at all times. If this
guideline is not followed, hearing loss can
occur.
•Wear snug fitting, durable clothing. Avoid
wearing loose clothing or accessories that
could become entangled and cause injury.
•Wear shoes with non-skid soles to ensure
proper footing.
•Wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to
improve your grip. The gloves also help
reduce the transmission of machine vibrations
to your hands.
• Always use a filter mask to avoid breathing
dust.
PROTECTING OTHERS
Spectators, children, fellow workers and
animals must be warned to come no nearer
than 50 feet while the unit is in use. People
working in the area near you should wear the
same protective equipment as the operator.
Your judgement and dexterity may be impaired
if you are ill or have taken alcohol or other
substances known to affect the way you would
normally function. Operate only when your
mind and body are sound.
WARNING A DANGER
PRECAUTION AGAINST
VIBRATION AND COLD
It is believed that a condition called
Raynaud's Phenomenon which affects the
fingers of certain individuals is brought
about by exposure to cold and vibration.
Exposure to cold and vibration may cause
tingling and burning, followed by loss of
color and numbness in a person's fingers.
We strongly recommend taking the
following precautions because the
minimum exposure which might trigger the
ailment is unknown.
• Keep your body warm - especially head,
neck, feet and ankles, and hands and
wrists.
•Maintain good blood circulation by
performing vigorous arm exercises
during frequent work breaks, and also by
not smoking.
• Limit the number of hours of operation.
Try to fill a part of each work day with
jobs where operating hand-held power
tools is not required.
• If you experience discomfort, redness
and swelling of the fingers, followed by
whitening and loss of feeling, consult
your physician before exposing yourself
further to cold and vibration.
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DESCRIPTION
THROTTLE
HANDLE TRIGGER
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HANDLING FUEL
FUEL
WARNING A DANGER
Handle fuel carefully. It is extremely
flammable. Follow all rules listed below to
help prevent fire or explosion which may
result in severe injury or death.
• Never smoke or allow flame or sparks near
fuel.
• Always fill the fuel tank outdoors. Never pour
fuel indoors.
• Never refuel the engine when it is hot or
running.
•Always use an approved, safe fuel container.
•After fueling, always wipe up spilled fuel.
• Do not overfill the tank. Always move at least
10 feet away from the fueling spot and make
sure there is no fuel leakage before starting
the engine.
• Never store the blower with fuel in the tank - a
fuel leak could start a fire. Store fuel in an
approved container.
•Always remove the fuel cap slowly to relieve
any pressure buildup in the tank.
•Always tighten fuel caps on blower and fuel
container.
FUEL
The engine uses two-stroke fuel, a mixture of
gasoline and specially blended Echo branded
2-stroke oil. 50:1 preferred, 32:1 alternate
choice.
GASOLINE
R+M
Use branded 89 octane 2 unleaded
gasoline or gasohol (maximum 10% ethyl
alcohol, no methyl alcohol).
MIXING FUEL
Follow directions on oil container.
STORING FUEL
Store fuel only in clean, safe, approved
containers. Check and follow local ordinances
on type and location of storage containers.
IMPORTANT
Two-stroke fuel may separate. Shake fuel
container thoroughly before each use.
IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you
expect to use in a month.
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OPERATION
IMPORTANT
Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3
of starter rope for starting. Do not allow the
rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit
firmly.
IMPORTANT
• Check unit for loose nuts, bolts and screws
daily.
STARTING COLD ENGINE
1. Move ignition switch to START/RUN position.
2. Push purge bulb 3 to 4 times (or until fuel is
visible in fuel return line).
3. Close choke and pull starter handle until
engine fires.- :r
STARTING WARM ENGINE
1. Move ignition switch to start, pull starter one
to three times and engine should fire. Do not
use choke.
STOPPING ENGINE
1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to run
at idle for a few minutes.
2. Move ignition switch to “stop” position.
If engine does not stop, shift choke lever
to closed position.
Check and repair ignition switch before
starting engine again.

OPERATING SHRED-N-VAC ™
WARNING A DANGER
• Always wear safety glasses and use a face
filter mask. (Read the Safety Section
carefully.)
IMPORTANT
Do not block vacuum pipe to avoid engine damage
due to over revving.
1. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for
a few minutes.
NOTE
The ECHO SHRED-N-VAC ™ can be run at any
speed between 2500 RPM to 7000 RPM. The
vacuum can, therefore, be easily controlled from a
mild vacuum for small leaves to maximum suction
for larger leaves and twigs. For maximum shredding
a higher speed setting is required.
NOTE
Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to
perform a task. Remember, the higher the engine
speed, the louder the vacuum noise.
2. Set engine speed with throttle position knob.
3. Place shoulder harness over right shoulder.
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4. Make sure bevel at end of pipe faces downward.
OPERATING BLOWER
WARNING A DANGER
• Always wear safety glasses and use a face filter
mask. (Read the Safety Section carefully.)
• Do not point the blower pipe in the direction of
people or pets.
• Never operate unit without housing cover grill
secured by thumb nut otherwise bodily harm
may result.
IMPORTANT
Do not block blower pipe to avoid engine damage
due to over revving.
1. Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for
a few minutes.
2. Set engine speed with throttle position knob.
NOTE ' “
The ECHO SHRED-N-VAC ™ can be run at any speec
between 2500 RPM to 7000 RPM. The velocity of the
air stream can, therefore, be easily controlled from a
mild flow to high speed blast which will move debris
ranging from garden leaves to bottles and other
debris.
NOTE
Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to
perform a task. Remember, the higher the engine
speed, the louder the blower noise.
NOTE
Use a low speed to blow dry leaves from a lawn or
flower bed. Additional speed may be necessary to
clean grass and leaves from walks, patios and drives
or to move gravel, dirt, snow, bottles or cans from a
driveway, street or parking lot.
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SERVICE MAINTENANCE GUIDE
AREA
MAINTENANCE
PAGE
BEFORE
USE
MONTHLY
YEARLY
Screws, Bolts & Nuts
Inspect, Tighten/
Replace
W -
Fuel Line
Inspect
•
Air Filter
Clean/Replace
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•
Fuel Filter
Inspect/Replace
10
•
Spark Plug
Inspect/Clean/
Adjust/Replace
10
•
Carburetor
Adjust
8
•
Cooling System
Inspect/Clean
9
•
Muffler (Spark Arrestor)
Inspect/Clean
9
•
Vacuum Bag
Inspect/Clean
10
•
Starter Rope
Inspect/Replace
•
Shredder Blade
Inspect/Clean
10
•
Fuel Leaks
Inspect/Repair
•
IMPORTANT
Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of
required maintenance.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine —starts hard
—does not start
Engine
Cranks
k Fuel at
1 carburetor
i *
i No fuel
1 at carburetor
•Fuel strainer clogged
•Fuel line clogged
•Carburetor
•Clean.
•Clean.
•See your Echo dealer
Fuel at
cylinder
i No fuel at
f cylinder
•Carburetor
•See your Echo dealer
i Muffler wet
i 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
-1_
i No spark at end
k of plug wire
•Ignition switch off
•Electrical problem
•Interlock switch
•Turn switch on
•See your Echo dealer
•See your Echo dealer
Spark at
plug
1
i No spark at
i Plug
•Spark gap incorrect
•Covered with carbon
•Fouled with fuel
•Spark plug defective
•Adjust. 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-
0.028)
•Clean or replace.
•Clean or replace.
•Replace plug
Engine
does not
crank
•internal engine problem
•See your Echo dealer
Enc
run
jine
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Dies or
4cceleral es poorly
•Air filter dirty
•Fuel filter dirty
•Fuel vent plugged
•Spark plug
•Carburetor
•Cooling system plugged
•Exhaust port/spark
arrestor screen plugged
•Clean or replace
•Replace
•Plugged
•Clean and adjust/replace
•Adjust
•Clean
•Clean
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SERVICE
AIR FILTER
NOTE
Clean daily.
The low (LO) speed adjustment screw controls
the volume of fuel/oil mixture at low engine
speed. It also controls the supplementary fuel
required to obtain smooth progression from
idling to high speed.
1. Close choke, remove wing nut, air cleaner
cover and air filter.
2. Brush dust off filter and wash in suitable
solvent.
3. Dry filter before reinstalling.
ADJUSTING CARBURETOR
The high (H) speed adjustment screw controls
the volume of fuel/oil mixture at full throttle.
Initial Adjustment
NOTE
The needle screws have a sharp point. To
avoid carburetor damage, do not use
excessive force when seating needle in body.
1. Turn HI and LO adjustment screws clockwise
until seated lightly in carburetor body.
2. Turn LO adjustment screw counterclockwise
1 % turn.
3. Start engine and allow it to run at high idle
until warm (approx. 2-3 minutes).
NOTE
Idle speed screw may have to be readjusted
to keep engine from stalling.
General
NOTE
Do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If
you have trouble with carburetor, see your
dealer. Always adjust carburetor with pipes
assembled to the blower.
The idle speed adjustment screw controls the
throttle opening at idle position.
Low Speed Adjustment
1. Slowly turn the LO adjustment screw
clockwise and note the position when the
engine speed drops.
2. Turn the LO adjustment screw counter¬
clockwise and note position when engine
speed drops.
3. Set the screw midway between these points.
4. Turn idle speed clockwise until a speed of
2500-3400 RPM is achieved and engine idles
without stalling.
High Speed Adjustment
NOTE
Engine must be at normal operating
temperature.
1. Turn the HI adjustment screw counter¬
clockwise t % turn.
2. While running tne engine at full throttle, turn
the HI adjustment screw slowly clockwise
until the engine runs smoothly.
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