Fixing An Echo Blower That Starts But Won't Stay Running

[@rodgreen1181]

Found a stihl on the curb for the trash, took it home , turned ignition switch to the correct on position, and it started right up. Only thing thing I've ever had to do is put fuel in it. Had it 5 years. Great blower.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very nice!

[@erocker78]

Just bought a high powered Echo back pack blower. I'm so happy I feel like a kid on Christmas. It's going to make my life a whole lot easier vs. using the old corded electric one.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, I'm happy you're happy with it.

[@erocker78]

@HomeGaragechannel Thank you. I have 18 trees in my back yard. It's a lot of work in the fall. I've been wanting this for a long time.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice backyard!

[@ZombieDaveAZ]

9 out of 10 stars on this video. The missing scene about the roller in the carb was a gotcha. I still love you bro. 🍺👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

LOL!! thanks man, I actually found the roller after I turned the camera off and I was straining my cleaner. I was like... what the heck is that! After 20 minutes of online sleuthing and watching the video I finally realized where it went. Didn't bother to film it, It was too late for that.

[@ZombieDaveAZ]

@@HomeGaragechannel That little piece will stop anyone dead in their tracks. It's so freaking small it's absurd! Ask me how I know. Just kidding, you know how I know. Been there done that. Have a great day.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I still have an Echo and a Stihl. I blow leaves with the Echo and have the vacuum deal on the Stihl so I don't have to swap stuff out when leaves start falling. I never change plugs unless they fail either and noticed the one out of that Echo was sooted up really bad. I need to give my Echo a small twist richer and might this fall. It has a very minor hesitation coming off of idle but always takes right off to go to max. Good fix and Blessings 2 U! And I like Stihl and Echo equipment equally!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, I really appreciate your view on the plugs as well.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

No use buying stuff we don't need and unless something is wrong a plug will last a l9ng time. And the back tires on the battery rider are supposed to be 10 or 11 PSI. Checked them this week and they were 30. Not now they're not. Just because it's new...............! Blessings@@HomeGaragechannel

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

When I see a 2 stroke that stalls while running at am angle, the first thing I do is hold it floored with the carb at the bottom, then repeat with the muffler down. Fuel can accumulate in the bottom of the case and this clears it out.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's a good idea.

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

@@HomeGaragechannel Thanks, I have had 2 strokes that barely ran and after finally getting them started, and flipping them and holding them floored for a few seconds each way, they smoothed out completely.(they smoke like a diesel while doing it if there is anything in the case to burn off)

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Now, now, don't go bad mouthing my old livelihood..............much.@@GuysPlayingWithTools

[@ZombieDaveAZ]

@@GuysPlayingWithTools The question is... How did the fuel get in the crankcase to begin with? Hmmm.....

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

@@ZombieDaveAZThe main culprit is someone who doesn't quite understand 2 stroke motors choking it and pulling the handle 43 times. The design of the carbs is pretty foolproof, they don't (usually) leak into the motor. I have turned them over and gotten a surprising amount of fuel out of them. It's one of the hazards of buying used.

[@tnrodgers]

My old Craftsman head unit with blower is working great. 30cc 4 stroke. Good repair. Stop fretting over the ultrasonic cleaner. We try tools, Some we like, other not so much. Use it where it makes sense. Good work!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the advice

[@WJCTechyman]

The brand of blower I prefer is typically an Echo but years ago I bought a Troy-Bilt 4 stroke blower vac and it's still holding up, even with the oiliness of it. I have an old Echo PB-210E and like the overall robustness and how quiet it is with its aluminum fan. I haven't been using it lately due to it leaking gas but I would like to get it back to running.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow nice, and yes the echo is my preferred brand as well.

[@brianking1138]

Echo is my preferred brand for trimmers and leaf blowers.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me too!

[@electroddxful]

Doesn’t matter as long as it does the job. 👍🙏👍👍great video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You got that right!

[@auskip07]

i purchased a grey echo branded blower used on craigslist 10 years ago. so far still running good with a few replacement parts. Ill keep running it until i can no longer fix it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, hopefully it stays working for a lot longer .

[@mikehrdlicka8635]

I had a b&s carb I wanted to see if engine was good. Carburetor was so corroded in bowl area I used blast cabinet. It did work. It had sat years. I had bought a jewelry cleaner about 1/2 size of your ultrasonic I don't think it has heat. But only $5 at garage sale I will check it out one of these days.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, nice find!

[@liljoeii6091]

Always heard those blowers are real nice I never had one thank you for the video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes i feel the same about the, they are really nice to use.

[@TheKrayusKorianis]

2 cycles are supposed to run at any angle, any orientation. If it dies out at an angle, it can be an air leak or carb problem (adjustment or internal problems).

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you make a good point

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm going to miss this little conversations, but I think I'll be okay.

[@mattfleming86]

I have come across several machines where a fuel filter was installed that did not have the weight on it, or the tank line was the wrong length and it would get fouled up in a corner. Small adjustments on the length can make a big difference in it's mobility.

[@sleve_mcdichael_]

I've had the same thoughts about those cleaners. I see other folks on youtube swear by them then after they use them they pull out their tools and start cleaning out the gunk from the carbs. I stop and think "wait what was the purpose of the ultra sonic cleaner". Seems good to me if you want to clean the gunk and oil off the surface of the object you're cleaning.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right!

[@StudCity718]

2 free Hitachi blowers that only needed new carbs work well for me.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice

[@timasling8711]

Hey mate. I have had a stihl, echo, husky, honda, and shindaiwa. For me its stihl. I find them more comfortable and easier to tune/maintain. But i also love my tanaka back pack blower. Great video as always 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for sharing and noting wrong with Stihl at all.

[@gbpf57]

I love my Echo blower. A common problem with them after 5 years is coil failure. I replaced mine with a aftermarket unit and it's been running great since.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it's funny but I've heard that so many times, and I've never come across one with that issue

[@chrisstromberg6527]

@@HomeGaragechannelMy father’s echo blower failed right around 8 years, my echo failed right around 7. It’s more common than you would think!

[@christophermarshall5765]

If I needed one of these, I'd buy a cheap one, & keep up the care required.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said

[@petermcmickins]

@1:24 what were you using to clean it?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Super Heavy Duty Degreaser from Harbor Freight

[@gvi341984]

Wish you could do test videos of the blower before and after

[@HomeGaragechannel]

actually, thats a good idea!

[@danielpadgett2831]

I'm a stihl man but I have owned a echo blower before and they are great blowers and other equipment

[@HomeGaragechannel]

agreed

[@rottiejakeluke]

Thanks for the video. I just purchase an Echo PB-2620 which should arrive at my home in a couple of days. I’m ver interested is what else you might be doing to the machine afterwards., I’ve been told the Echo’s are great, but many, if not most need to be tuned for optimum performance., It is that tuning which I would love a video on, please. Thank you. Michael

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hm.. I've never bought a new blower, so I don't know "how" the run out of the box. As far as tuning goes? I doubt I would tune it, unless I realized that it was running poorly.

[@butler386]

Which brand of blower to me depends on my financial situation at the time. Echo and Stihl are probably some of the best but would have to look at the volume and velocity of the air. Way back in the day I purchased a Craftsman and still have it today. I don't use it much anymore. Great repair as usual. Thanks for the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good answer

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

Hey bro what's up? This blower is in very excellent condition. Since it have a high compression reading, I don't think that the owner neglected it at all. I personally have a Stihl BG 56 leaf blower and it is just right for the work i do in my yard.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you've got a very nice blower! that's a great choice, thank you again.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

@@HomeGaragechannel you're welcome bro👍

[@williamsnow1531]

I love my cleaner. It gets right down to the spots where carb cleaner can’t get to. Be patient my friend, you to will learn to like it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate it.

[@ulrblitzer]

My ultrasonic cleaner also just sits on the shelf. The time to prep/heat it up, I just grab a can of carb cleaner and get it done.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

glad you see my point of view, thank you

[@wesleysfatherable]

I'm just wondering i just put a New carburetor on a echo pb -200 blower with the 50.1.can gas starts up and run for a little and dies

[@HomeGaragechannel]

did you replace the fuel lines and fuel filter? also try it again but this time have the fuel cap really loose. This will test to see if the fuel tank vent not working properly

[@MrRmh3481]

Im working on a little echo saw, a 306. What kind of sealer do you use to seal those single hole fuel grommets to the tanks? Its not a tank like this, its a shiny orange plastic tank. Ive tried rtv and some other stuff and nothing will stick to that shiny plastic?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

as far as I know not much will stick to the tank, have you considered getting a new grommet?

[@Mikeesocal69]

Would adjusting the carburetor only have solved this problem?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no, the root cause was the diaphragm was far too gone for adjustments to work by themselves.

[@WilliamLoney-y8k]

I have a 2011 Echo pb250 walbro carburetor. The purge bulb is underneath. it's not on the side. 3 hole grommet, vent tube. Pickup fuel line. The 3rd line I am unsure about. I was told it's a vacuum or return line, and both the vent tube and 3rd line return or vacuum get cut short and not to get any fuel into them. Only the clear fuel line gets fuel which it the pick. Can you help me please. Thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes the vent line is cut short and the other is a return line from the purge bulb. Any extra fuel that makes it to the bulb has to go somewhere and it uses that line to go back into the tank.

[@jesussantibanez6711]

Thank you for sharing good content 👍👍👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you too

[@CajunDieselMan]

Husqvarna never had problems with them in 2021. After Hurricane ida, I replaced the fuel line for my blower. Echos fuel lines are easy to coil and expensive recoil springs are a pain install husqvarna my go to

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks for the tip

[@jonnysnipes3123]

what kind of spray do you use to clean off machines

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm suing Super Heavy Duty Degreaser from Harbor Freight

[@lauritsbarfoedbeck5421]

Hi, what is the liquid you use in the bath for "fixing" the diaframs/gaskets?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hi, I use brake fluid

[@johnbauer9223]

Can carb adjustments be made on todays echo carbs that you're making at the 10:27 time in the video? I know it's an idle adjustment. I'm looking thru the comments to see if you already answered this question...Thank You

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm not sure what "todays echo carbs" looks like so I'm not sure

[@mikevessels164]

How long do you leave them in brake fluid

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it depends on bad they are, at least 24 hours, but days would work best.

[@mikevessels164]

Thanks like your videos

[@PeterTheMowerGuy]

Stihl and Echo are my favorite brands.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

they are nice

[@SingleStacked]

Did you already remove the "plugs" covering the carb adjustment screws? Do you have a vid showing this?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes I didn't bother to include it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5uagoieoKycnKs

[@declanmollis6342]

I got the same echo blower and it won't idle. It has a clean carb and runs super healthy, just seems like it need the idle higher. But even with the idle screw all the way in it still won't stay running. But I can get it to a good idle speed by just pulling the trigger a tiny bit. Any ideas?

[@declanmollis6342]

Didn't watch the video all the way. I'll try tuning it. Great Video and STIHL all the way!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes, adjusting the low speed screw would also have an impact on the idle speed

[@rodgreen1181]

What are you using to rejuvenate the metering diaphragm? My guess is two stroke oil, but could you share the recipe?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure it's brake fluid

[@kencurtis228]

TY for Sharing

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you for watching

[@Differentthings2006]

Hi, nice video. What's in the diaphragm rejuvenation bath, or is that the trait secret? :)

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It's no secret, I use brake fluid

[@juniorlazaro289]

Do you lightly blow compressed air in the carb too much compressed air can damge the check valves and blow out the inlet screen

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes and yes

[@RW-bt6ex]

Under the pump bulb , there's a brass ring with a dark plug inside of it . Remove the plug and you will see a set screw . With the throttle wide open Give the screw about a half turn to the left and check with that . keep turning the screw until runs out fine . No more than one full turn and a half . You can get that plug out with an allen wrench that fits snug inside . Just heat it up till hot the put it in the hole and let cool . Give it a quick pull it will come out .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

really? I'll have to check that out, thanks update: you meant to say, "right below" the bulb, and not "Under". Yes I'm very aware of that brass screw right below the bulb. Thank you

[@simonv2248]

I really enjoyed watching your video ! I do a lot of small engine repair as well and I was wondering what is exactly the content of your restoration box? When you put meetering and pump diaphragm to get is softer ? Excuse my english is not perfect I am Canadian lol

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure thing, it's just brake fluid

[@ethanmiller3935]

I definitely prefer a name brand. I love my echos, but l think the stihl handhelds are well built too. Not a fan of the husquavarna 125 l believe. The choke flap feels like it could break, and the blower as a whole feels cheap. But it works for what our church needs it for so thats all that is needed.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know what you're saying

[@TrainTableRailroad]

I had a problem with one a bit ago

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hope you fixed it

[@TrainTableRailroad]

@@HomeGaragechannel it starts sometimes and doesn’t others

[@Amedeus1756]

My neighbor just bought an electric blower, it blows like a giant hair dryer, barely moves anything. I'll stick with my Homelite gasoline one.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

what brand was it?

[@Amedeus1756]

@@HomeGaragechannel ...not sure, it was red, could have been a Milwaukee.

[@briantii]

Generally a Stihl guy here, but I’d happily run Echo as well. BG86 and BR800 for home use. I’m with you on the spark plugs - I never replace them or even clean them unless there is a problem… which there never is.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice thanks for seeing the same way.

[@robertmailhos8159]

My echo hedge trimmer had a tank of bad gas to make it not run at full throttle so I replaced the gas with fresh gas and it is running like new again

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice!

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@HomeGaragechannel you got that right young man 👍😎

[@tomshearer7409]

Deep Fryer - You funny!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

looks the same to me, expect the dial doesn't go as high

[@alexanderrodriguez8186]

Why does my echo blower 250 won't let me pull the string

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it could be flooded with fuel, or the piston is rust or seal to the cylinder wall.

[@martijndejong2572]

I have a leaf blower that starts and run perfect . However when I turn it off I can’t get it started again! Only when it’s completely cold again like the next day or so . I’m starting it the right way when it’s warm. Anyone knows what it is??

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not sure since I'm uncertain what all has been done to the blower, so a bit of extra information might be helpful. Otherwise, if it was mine, I'd do a compression test, when it's cold and after it's been running. Your blower might be on the "edge" of having a enough compression to start and run, and when it's hot, it's no longer on the edge, but over it, and it won't start.

[@martijndejong2572]

@@HomeGaragechannel it’s a flymo twister xlb325. I bought it second hand so I don’t know the history. It’s strange that it starts the first time and then I’ll blow the whole garden with it. I must say I’ll do it on full power because if I’ll slow it down on the throttle it feels like it won’t go back to full speed again. But he will with a bit of pain. I don’t have a Compression tester. So I’m going to buy one thnx

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@juniorlazaro289]

Blocked inlet screen in carb or airleak bad crank seals or loose headbolt or gasket or rip in the fuel line

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good possibility

[@SHOINOFF]

I forgot to mention in one of my last comments about the ultrasonic. dont put any rubber seals in it or any carb needles that have the rubber tip in it cause it could warp the rubber and or swell it. Ill try to give you as much knowledge as i can with the ultrasonic cleaner. Lol when i remember things.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks for the tip

[@watermanone7567]

Echo has come to the top on most small equipment. Sthill and Husqvarna is not as good as they used to be.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very true

[@frankaferdhadley1603]

I agree with you I think a good carb spray an some air works just fine I'm not against using after market carbs I find nothing bad with them an have decent luck with them just my thots

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I agree thanks

[@Djsmith767]

So protip for wife brownie points with the ultrasonic: throw her jewelry in there with jewelry cleaner and they come out looking brand new

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice tip

[@jamess.putman1779]

So the metering diaphragm was the biggest part of problem.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it was only a small part, I think it was an issue with the carb itself and the adjustment helped out the most. I try not to do the adjustment first now, If possible

[@mr1pearl]

That washer seems to be working 😆 ( should I duck ) Yep got an old Echo myself I bet its about ten years older than that one haven't had to clean it yet ...... well you know I should have never said that 🙂

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hopefully you didn't jinx yourself!

[@daphlavor]

As far as brands go, it all depends upon the volume of work to be performed. So if your property is 1/2 acre or more, a quality name will suffice. Sthil, Echo, Husqvarna. If you can get along with electric or battery, great. Have a great weekend everyone!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said and thank you!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

U 2!

[@rickthelian2215]

Stihl or Honfa😊

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me too!

[@Patrick4959]

well for me here in Australia well as long as the leaf blower etc is made for what i need it for well i,m laughing really but yeah Stihl Echo Husqvarna aka Husky or Shindaiwa or Tanaka Honda or Makita Homelite Ryobi will also be ideal for work etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice and I don't mind being a bit overpowered myself

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel yep too right mate plus our Victa 2 stroke aka 2 cycle engines back in the good old days were a good blokes hot lap runner for sure.

[@LeggMasta88]

Hi I have a craftsman self propelled mower deck in great shape if you’re interested.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'll let you know

[@mikehittner1424]

Stihl = best

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks

[@MatthewTyreeKS]

Can you stop griping about the ultrasonic cleaner, please? We get it, you don't like it. Get rid of it and buy a case of carb cleaner. Other than that, great video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hey thanks, and probably not, I'm going to keep speaking my mind about it so that other viewers will know about my experience .

[@MatthewTyreeKS]

@@HomeGaragechannel Fair enough!

[@TheJC59]

Mine turns only pn full throttle and then started smoking white smoke, help?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, are you mixing the oil and gasoline correctly?