Echo leaf blower dies after 30 seconds

If the fuel lines and filter looks ok check the screen in the carb for debris.sounds like that's where your problem is.it will be under the carb cover held down with one or two screws.
 
D2hornets58 said:
I have an Echo PB-500T backpack leaf blower. It will start right up and run fine for about 20 seconds then start to die out. I can keep it running but it will not rev high at all. If i pull in the trigger all the way it will sputter out. And if I try to slowly hit the trigger it will rev up a little then start to die out. Any idea what this is?
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A couple of questions. How old is the unit and any idea how many hours.
 
I think it was bought sometime around the beginning of 2011. I have no idea how many hours it has. We use it for spring/Fall cleanups and just to blow clippings off of driveways in the summer.
 
D2hornets58 said:
I think it was bought sometime around the beginning of 2011. I have no idea how many hours it has. We use it for spring/Fall cleanups and just to blow clippings off of driveways in the summer.
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Ok, Try checking the spark arresting screen on the muffler first before you spend money on filters and lines, it not going to cost you anything. Use the process of elimination, cheapest things first. Your arrestor could be a flat screen on the side of the muffler or a round tubular screen through the side that you can just pull with a pair of pliers. Clean it with a wire brush and a air compressor if available. A plugged spark arresting screen will make the machine do exactly what you're describing.
 
slammed said:
I have not seen a kit. Can you post a pic of it for us to see?
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Works for most every brand

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Ric said:
Ok, Try checking the spark arresting screen on the muffler first before you spend money on filters and lines, it not going to cost you anything. Use the process of elimination, cheapest things first. Your arrestor could be a flat screen on the side of the muffler or a round tubular screen through the side that you can just pull with a pair of pliers. Clean it with a wire brush and a air compressor if available. A plugged spark arresting screen will make the machine do exactly what you're describing.
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OK i will give that a try when i get a chance and let you know if that works.
Thanks for the help
 
slammed said:
Yea I saw some at Lowe's today. Thank you though. The hoses just seem smaller then what is in most equipment I have.
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I'd stay with OEM then you know you're working with the right stuff. It will pay for itself in the long run.
 
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