Storage – Echo PB-265L User Manual

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During operation the muffler - 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.

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 mainte-

nance which includes the following:

1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.

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Do not store where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark.

2. Place the stop switch in the "STOP" position.

3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris

from exterior of unit.

4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that

are required.

5. Tighten all screws and nuts.

6. Drain fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6 -7

times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then

drain the tank again. Close choke, start and run the

engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.

7. A. Allow engine to cool then remove the spark plug

and pour 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-stroke

engine oil into the cylinder through the spark

plug hole.

B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to

distribute the oil inside the engine.

C. Observe the piston location through the spark

plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the

piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it

there.

8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition

cable).

9. Remove blower pipe assembly from unit.

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