This is probably one of the best videos I've viewed on KZfaq! There never really trouble shooting for small engines. Yours was clear and concise. Thank you for your time.

Those old echo backpack blowers are in my opinion the best ones ever made. They are so dependable

Putting the air filter in before adjusting the carb, can really affect the operation, to the better. It gives just a bit of drag on the intake. Those older Echos are definitely worth repairing, I’d fix it.

I bought this exact blower in 2001, i live on a heavily wooded lot and use it all the time, leaves, driveway, garage, weekly lawn cutting, blowing off the car after I wash it, I run the piss out this thing. Once a year I clean the original spark plug, and blow out the original air filter, that's it! 19 years later and it runs better than the day I bought it. Yep, why buy a new one?

Yes, I would replace the switch. But, first I would try to squirt some WD-40 into the switch and work it back and forth. If you're lucky the problem might just be dirty or oxidized contacts.

My dad gifted me his old Echo PB-413H when I purchased my house. This thing works great! The only issue is the dreaded leak. I'll definitely look into ordering either a new carb or the filters. Your vid has given me the confidence to work on it. Thanks.

Awesome fix. Really enjoy the video. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

The older echo machines are great. Double rings on the piston. Late 90's early 2K's. Even the weedwackers are great. They have more metal than plastic. That switch is usually pretty pricy for what it is. Good fix. Happy New Year brother.

Impressive video. Awesome job. :D

Excellent video, very well explained and concise. Thank you

Thank you for this video. I’m having the same issue with my blower that I got from Craigslist.

I have 3 Echo devices and I love 'em. WD-40 was originally created to dry out electrical contacts which were wet, but it can resurrect a corroded electrical switch by saturating the switch and working it back and forth rapidly. Use a couple of jump wires with alligator clips and connect the multi meter and set for continuity. Mine makes a loud noise noise when there's continuity, and the switch may be able to be saved. And the carbs for these engines are cheap on Amazon or Crap bay - 10-15 dollars.

Great job and presentation, yes on switch fix.

Yes I would definitely try to replace the switch. I like Nelson's ideas as well.

Nice fix .good bit of kit.

Thanks for the video. In my shop, I replace both Diaphragms and run the carb thru the ultra sonic cleaner. Find it easier to do both and change the fuel filter at the same time. Labor is about the same and helps to stop repeat calls for the issue.

GREAT PRESENTATION!

Nice fix !

To answer your question, yes I'd have to fix it. I'm very meticulous when it comes to my equipment. I really don't like those type of kill switches. I prefer the rocker types. I switched my kill switch on my BP blower to the rocker kind because mine had the same one as this one. Great video as always

yes i would replace the switch i have a backpack blower and the switch is very helpful thanks for the video

I would replace the switch and put a brand name spark plug in it.

I'd fix it because I'm not too keen on killing one with a choke. The 230 was left with the choke closed and was probably killed like that and I believe it was almost stuck because of being left that way with a fresh charge of gas in the combustion chamber for a long time. Looks like the oil would've prevented it but it was vERY sluggish in moving whan I cranked it over the 1st time but quickly limbered up. And it revs up about like this one did so I'm leaving the adjustments alone for the time being. I worked on an OLD Echo backpack that a homeowner had but never used. I got it running every year but it just sat. Thanks and Blessings!

My grandpa has a echo trimmer and has been using the choke to shut it off for years. But it does make your engine more dirty and covers it in oil. So I say you should fix the kill switch

Usually you can fix a kill switch like that by flushing it with rubbing alcohol and moving the switch back and forth to clean the internal contacts. Just a tip to save you a bit of time and effort, if it still does not work then replace the switch.

Deff worth fixing I have a PB 620 love it

Yes i would replace the switch. Have to say i quite like the Echo stuff, seems well made.

very helpful video there mate i have a Ryobi grass Scorpion and since mine has excellent compression and a good spark as i fixed the wire as it was worn out with age and it has been leaking when i prime it so that might be all it needs a rebuild kit and she should be ok cheers from Australia

I'd fix up the kill switch,also,I wouldn't remove the spark arrestor due to all the devastating fires we've been having in Australia this summer. We're in the middle of summer st the moment & we're going through what California did last year in theirs !

Great video and would have been useful 10 years ago. Now, you can get a kit with a complete carb assembly, new air filter and spark plug for $25 online. No brainer

I would change the switch it’s a minor repair after all the dynamics have bine done A meter diaphragm and switch well worth to fix 👍

Never seen the white model before only the orange one

Good job as always. I’d fix the kill switch

Should have air filter in. The owner probably took the air filter out and never replaced new one

As you probably already know without saying, I would fix it. Furthermore, if Radio Shack was still around, I would purchase a momentary push button switch and wire it in. I much prefer to push a button, kill the engine, and have it automatically reset. I have pulled the rope too many times only to realize that I failed to turn the switch on.

Fix it there worth it i have one just like it my throttle is different i fixed mine all up

I have an trimmer that i need to fix for a friend. It will not start when hot was the problem back when my friend was running it , is has been sitting for years. Everything is fine exsept that the carb is leaking and it wil not start because there is to much fuel (that is what i think) i cleaned the carb. The metering diaphragm is not really flexibel. But because its hard to find cheap parts here i just put it back in. Stil leaks. I wanted to ask you if the diaphragm is the problem, i just want to be sure. Or if it is a other problem. ( the trimmer is a mccullogh 310 cabrio or something like that)

For me, I would replace it. I don’t like backpack blowers for some reason. I tried one but it was to much power. I prefer Stihl handheld blowers better because I like the way I can carry it and can control which way I want it to go.

One thing iv noticed on my old echo srm-2100sb is that sometimes the primer will be empty when running but it runs perfectly is that normal?

That is a.old blower but still run,s like champ my br 400 by sthil is doing great for being 22 year,s old i would fix the switch because choking the engine to shut it off is not a great idea it will lead to trouble later on down the road

I'd repair the kill switch, though probably the winter after next ;)

Replace the switch and that will keep the owner away from the carburetor. The switch handle looked wet inside what was that, water or oil?

I have the same exact blower but the problem with mine is that it loses power half way . What do I do to fix it ?

I would def switch the switch

Yes I would have the kill switch fix because it is not a good idea to kill the engine with the choke

Hi #HomeGarage. Would like to ask you a question. I’ve got the same issue with my recently purchase Stihl BR 420 C Magnum. I noticed it was leaking fuel from the air box. So I removed the housing and filter, then cranked to observe the issue. It only leaks/blows back into the housing when the throttle is applied. Not while idling. I’ve already bought a walbro carb rebuild kit to install... but was wondering if it may just need the Low or High jets leaned out some to cut back on some of that excess fuel that’s blowing outward. Or should I just try the rebuild kit and hope it’s the diaphragm. Thanks in advance for any advice. Brian

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Fix it!

Yes, fix it.

yes replace the switch not hard to do either

Good job on the blower. I hate taking the handles a part on any blower or weed trimmer they can be a pain to put back together. LOL

i hate echo carbs that use the plastic barb for the fuel line ive broken them 2 times when the fuel line was hardened cost me $10

Fix fix everything imhop when u do something ...last longer etc

Yea I'd fix it :)

Fix it, who wants equipment that's half assed.

Can u go into more depth on video or ??? Thats it i found a brand new blower same kind in trash ..... Cant get it to start haven't done any of this work Yet...but imhop its a wasy fix hardly ever been used looks brand new on everything .... Is this the only parts u replace and fix on a blower ??? Jw cause if i do it all replace everything jw if it could be anything else if doesnt start

Fix it!