Operator's Manual SHRED 'N' VAC® MODEL Type 1E ES-2100 Serial Number 001001 & Up SHRED 'N' VAC PLUS™ MODEL Type 1E ES-2400 Serial Number 001001 & Up WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual which must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. Read and understand this manual. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders.
DECALS Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. General Warning Decal SPANISH -WARNING-DANGER- ADVERTENCIA PELIGRO Read and follow all safety precautions in the operator's manual.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application "WARNING, SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Hot Surface Wear eyes, ears and head protection Fuel and oil mixture Finger Severing Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Carburetor adjustment - High speed mixture Carburetor adjustment - Idle speed Emergency stop Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Primer Bulb Ignition ON/OFF Carbu
After Refueling; - Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. Move at least 3 M (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting. After Use; - DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. 3M (10 FT.) PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER ® Power blower/Shred 'N' Vac users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower/Shred 'N' Vac® is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable protective clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS, • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY. Wear sturdy protective safety shoes or boots with non-skid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke.
Noise Control - Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of operations. Use only during appropriate hours. - Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task. The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise. - Be a good neighbor. Avoid Hot Surfaces - During operation, the exhaust area may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL DESCRIPTION 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. EMISSION CONTROL The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : TEH021UB24RA DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI AND 1995 1999 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES.
1 ES-2100/2400 MAJOR COMPONENTS 15 14 1 13 2 16 3 4 17 12 5 11 6 10 8 9 11 7 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL 11 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ES-2100 ES-2400 330 mm (13.0 in.) (w/o vacuum attachment) Length Width (w/rear handle) Height Weight (dry) (w/side handle) Engine Type 290 mm (11.42 in.) 340 mm (13.37 in.) (in blower configuration w/side handle) 4.3 kg (9.5 lb.) (in blower configuration) 5.15 kg (11.35 lb.) (in vacuum configuration) 4.5 kg (9.9 lb.) (in blower configuration) 5.21 kg (11.49 lb.
ASSEMBLY WARNING DANGER Never perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running or serious personal injury may result. BLOWER APPLICATION Install Blower Pipes 1. Align grooves in straight pipe with pegs on blower housing and slide pipe onto housing. 2. Turn straight pipe clockwise to lock it into place. 3. Align grooves in fan head nozzle with pegs on straight pipe and slide fan head nozzle onto straight pipe. 4. Turn fan head nozzle clockwise to lock it into place.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL 4. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit. 5. Align grooves in vacuum elbow with pegs on blower housing and install vacuum elbow. 6. Turn vacuum elbow clockwise to lock it into place. 7. Place debris bag opening over end of vacuum elbow and secure with velcro strap (E). E 8. Place shoulder harness over right shoulder. 9. Firmly grip top handle with left hand and side handle with right hand. 10. Keep unit to your right side. 11.
PRE-OPERATION FUEL R+M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ 2 ] gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. Two-Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, air tight container. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Do not store fuel longer than 30 days. IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
2. Close Choke - Cold Start. Move choke (B) to "Cold Start" Position. 3. Primer Bulb -Prime. Pump primer bulb (C) 10 times. Fuel will be visible and flow freely in the clear fuel tank return line. IMPORTANT Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope for starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly. 4. Lay the blower on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and rapidly pull starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires. 5.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release throttle trigger (E) and allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Move stop switch (A) to "STOP" position. WARNING DANGER 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.
NOTE Never use a higher speed setting than necessary to perform a task. Remember, the higher the engine speed, the louder the blower noise. Be Smart - be a good neighbor. 4. Set engine speed with throttle position knob (F). 5. Place shoulder harness over right shoulder. Hold and guide Shred 'N' Vac® with both hands clasped firmly on side and top handles. Keep unit to your right side.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL 19 NOTE Use lower 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, parking lot or stadium. 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.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Component/System Maintenance Procedure Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Replace Fuel Strainer Clean/Replace Fuel Line Inspect/Replace Carburetor Inspect/Rebuild/Replace Choke System Inspect/Clean/Replace Cooling System Inspect/Clean Muffler Spark Arrestor Inspect/Clean Vacuum Bag Inspect/Replace I Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean I Fuel Leaks Inspect/Replace I Spark Plug Clean/Replace Ignition System Clean/Replace Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Repla
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1 in. or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3.
SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: 13 x 19 mm (1/2 x 3/4 in.) T-Wrench, Feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge), Brush Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7Y, P/N 99944500071 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.). 0.65 mm (0.026 in.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools required: 13 x 19 mm (1/2 x 3/4 in.) T-Wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver, Soft metal brush Parts Required: Screen P/N 14586240630, Gasket Lid P/N 14586642031 1. Remove engine cover (A). See “Cleaning Cooling System” page 22 for step by step instructions. 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3.
DEBRIS BAG Level 1. Parts Required: none Shake dust from bag and inspect for hole or tears. Inspect zipper and clean debris from teeth to assure complete closing of zipper. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver with 2mm blade width, ECHO Tachometer P/N 99051130017 Parts required: none. NOTE Do not adjust carburetor unless necessary. If you have difficultly, see your ECHO dealer. Always adjust carburetor with pipes assembled to unit.
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL 25 Final Adjustment IMPORTANT Limiter caps prevent exceeding C.A.R.B. and E.P.A. emission limits and over rich adjustment, but not over lean adjustment, which can cause engine failure: Do not exceed recommended HI speed engine R.P.M. during operation, or for long periods during adjustment. 1. Start engine, run at idle for one minute. 2. Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes, operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING P roblem E ngine - starts hard E ngine - does not start E ngine C ranks E ngine runs properly R emedy Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged C arburetor C lean C lean S ee your E C HO dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder C arburetor S ee your E C HO dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture is too rich Open choke C lean/replace air filter A djust carburetor S ee your E C HO dealer S park at end of plug wire No spark at end of
SHRED 'N' VAC® OPERATOR'S MANUAL 27 STORAGE Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark or serious personal injury may result. 2. Place the stop switch (A) in the "STOP" position. 3.
SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWERTM Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find all three numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________Type No. _________SN.
SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL PART NUMBER X7501135201 (89861009662) FOR MODEL: ES-2100 S/N 624001 & UP DESCRIPTION Page 9 Please use this Operator Manual Supplement when assembling and maintaining your ES-2100. EMISSION CONTROL IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : 2EHXS.0214RA DISPLACEMENT : 21.2cc EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD : 300 HRS. THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHASE 2 EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.