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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