ECHO GT-2400 - Manuals

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 7 SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. • Spectators and fel...

8 EXTENDED OPERATION / EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, whichaffects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about byexposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold maycause tingling and burning sensations ...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 9 D ESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions,shield installation and positioning of the front handle are necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 11 S PECIFICATIONS L E D O M 0 0 0 2 - T G 0 0 4 2 - T G h t g n e L ) . n i 1 . 5 5 ( m m 0 0 4 1 ) . n i 1 . 9 5 ( m m 0 0 5 1 h t d i W ) . n i 0 . 3 1 ( m m 0 3 3 t h g i e H ) . n i 2 . 4 1 ( m m 0 6 3 d a e H r e t t u C / w ) y r d ( t h g i e W ) . b l 3...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 13 P RE - O PERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline knownto be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE (methyltertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOTapproved. Two Stroke...

14 IMPORTANTSpilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Somestates may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers toreduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for orderinginformation. After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.• Move at least 3 m (10 ft.) fro...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 15 15 m (50 ft.) • Check that front (loop) handle and shoulder strap/ or shoulder/waist harness are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. See Assemblyfor proper adjustment. • Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer. • Do not use any attac...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 17 STARTING WARM ENGINE WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachmentrotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment"instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwiseserious personal injury m...

18 M AINTENANCE WARNING DANGER Do not perform maintenance on engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise seriouspersonal injury may result. Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will helpyour trimmer a...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 19 AIR FILTER Level 1.Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from enteringthe carburetor throat whe...

20 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) SPARK PLUG Level 2.Tools Required: Spark Plug socket wrench and screw driver, Feelergauge, preferably a wire gauge. Parts Required: 90064 REPOWER TM TUNE-UP KIT 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded centerelectrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a ne...

22 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models (with limiter caps) Level 2.Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. NOTEEvery unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli-ance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. Inaddition, t...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 23 Idle Speed Adjustment Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (C) CW (clockwise) until cuttingattachment begins to turn, then turn screw out CCW (counter clock-wise) until attachment stops turning. Turn screw out, CCW an addi-tional 1/4 turn. WARNING DANGE...

24 LUBRICATION Level 1.Tools Required: 8mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: ECHO ® LUBE TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. 1. Remove plastic shield. 2. Loosen bearing housing locating screw (A), at the top of thehousing, remove mounting screw (B). 3. Pull the flexib...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 25 5. Place ends of line in the two notches (B) molded in the spool with12.5 to 15.2 cm (5 to 6 in.) protruding. 6. Place spool in housing against spring; thread line ends throughhousing eyelets (C) 7. Align cover arrow with housing tab; push down on cover and t...

G RASS T RIMMER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 27 T ROUBLESHOOTING m e l b o r P d r a h s t r a t s - - e n i g n E t r a t s t o n s e o d - - e n i g n E e s u a C y d e m e R e n i g n E s k n a r C t a l e u F r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o N r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u F ...

28 S TORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) WARNING DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clearof flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury mayresult. Do ...

S ERVICING I NFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies foryour ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHODealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the ModelNumber, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can findthese numbers on the eng...