Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS 99944200610 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2Introduction ...............................................................
Page 3 - always
99944200610 INTRODUCTION X7702273508 3 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL. You will find both easy to use and full of help...
Page 4 - Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs; SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information
4 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. SAFETY 99944200610 Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check t...
Page 5 - Physical Condition; Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:; Eye Protection
99944200610 SAFETY X7702273508 5 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. International Symbols Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when op...
Page 6 - Hand Protection; To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with; Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions
6 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. SAFETY 99944200610 Hand Protection Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/Ear ...
Page 8 - Read the Manuals; Equipment
8 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. SAFETY 99944200610 Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual and Safety...
Page 10 - DESCRIPTION; LOWER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY; FLEXIBLE DRIVE CABLE; PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD ASSEMBLY; HEAD; Shaft Label
10 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION 99944200610 DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING in...
Page 11 - CONTENTS
99944200610 CONTENTS X7702273508 11 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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 ...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLY; Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly; Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft.; Plastic Shield Installation; metal blades, or serious injury may result.
12 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY 99944200610 ASSEMBLY Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly Do not perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running. 1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock-o...
Page 13 - Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing; Nylon Line Head Installation/Removal; Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing
99944200610 ASSEMBLY X7702273508 13 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. 1. Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange. 2. Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes. Install three (3) screws from bottom through plate and shield into gear case. Nylon Line Head Installation/Removal 1. Align hole i...
Page 14 - OPERATION
14 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. OPERATION 99944200610 OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a completestop before re...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; Maintenance Intervals; IMPORTANT; Lubrication; Maintenance Procedure; oz. or Lithium Base
99944200610 MAINTENANCE X7702273508 15 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop befo...
Page 16 - Gear Housing; Nylon Line Replacement
16 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE 99944200610 Gear Housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear case. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole. 3. Add grease if necessary using manual grease gun or squeeze-type tube. Do not u...
Page 17 - Note: Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure
99944200610 MAINTENANCE X7702273508 17 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. 1. Insert pre-cut 204 mm (8 in.) length of nylon cutting line (recommended sizes 2.4 mm [.095 in.] to 3.9 mm [.155 in.]) through outside openings of trimmer head. Minimum of 153mm (6 in.) of line should extend from each opening. 3.9mm [.155 i...
Page 18 - STORAGE; Storage Hook Installation; Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment
18 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. STORAGE 99944200610 STORAGE Storage Hook Installation 1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. 2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft.
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS; MODEL
99944200610 SPECIFICATIONS X7702273508 19 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 99944200610 Shaft Length 838 mm (33.0 in.) Attachment Width 178 mm (7.0 in.) Attachment Height 229 mm (9.0 in.) Weight 1.36 kg (3.1 lb.) Drive shaft 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) Flex Shaft Rotating Direction Counter-clockwise vie...
Page 20 - WARRANTY STATEMENTS
20 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS 99944200610 WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free ...
Page 22 - NOTES
22 X7702273508 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. NOTES 99944200610 NOTES
Page 23 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment
99944200610 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7702273508 23 © 4/2015 ECHO Inc. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing ECHO Power Equipment Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY ! NOTE: your information will never be sold or...