Page 3 - DEBRIS SHIELD DECAL
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 3 This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING andDANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can leadto serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shownwithin the circle is prohi...
Page 4 - • Beware of KICKOUT (blade thrust) when using blades. Special; IMPROPERLY SHARPENED BLADES.; Shaft Decal; WARNING DANGER; • This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly; INTERNATIONAL
4 with shield in place. Operators, helpers and bystanders must wearANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection. • Always wear hearing protection when operating unit.• Prevent accidental contact with unit and any cutting attachment. Maintain a 15M (50 ft.) radius, DANGER ZONE surrounding theoperator. ONLY the...
Page 5 - Eye Protection
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 5 S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperlyor safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing a...
Page 6 - Repetitive Stress Injuries; EQUIPMENT; WARNING
6 Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers,hands, arms and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness,weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive handactivities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stres...
Page 7 - fingers encircling the handles; MISSION; Type 1E Models; ESCRIPTION
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 7 SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilatedareas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can causeserious injury or death. PROVIDE ALL OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT WITH THEOPERATOR'S M...
Page 8 - CONTENTS
8 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ MODELS SRM-2400SB SRM-2100SB √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Contents List I t e m s 1 - Power Head w/Upper Drive Shaft Assembly 1 - Lower Drive Shaft Assembly 1 - Plastic Bag (co-pack) - 1, Operator's Manual - 1, Safety Manual - 1, Warranty Registration...
Page 10 - DRIVE SHAFT COUPLER - Includes Locator Pin and Clamping Knob.; Drive Cable, Nylon Cutting Attachment and Safety Decal.
10 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle.3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" m...
Page 11 - PECIFICATIONS; section for proper RPM specifications.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 11 S PECIFICATIONS * Install and use U-Handle when operating any model with steel blade.**The RPM range shown applies for all attachments. Refer to your attachment Operator's Manual "Specifications" section for proper RPM specifications. ...
Page 15 - Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use; Choosing the Correct Blade
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 15 P RE - O PERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield and harness can resultin serious personal injury....
Page 17 - After Refueling; Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.; After use; FUEL; Fuel Requirements; Mixing Instructions; Handling Fuel; slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 17 IMPORTANTSpilled fuel is a leading cause ofhydrocarbon emissions. Some statesmay require the use of automatic fuelshut-off containers to reduce fuelspillage. Contact your ECHO dealer forordering information. After Refueling • Wipe any spilled ...
Page 18 - All Models; Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.
18 O PERATION STARTING COLD 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 may result. NOTERefer to the...
Page 19 - engine RPM to operating speed.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 19 STARTING WARM ENGINE All Models The starting procedures is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT closethe choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide-open position. WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If cutt...
Page 20 - AINTENANCE; Easy to do. Most required tools come with unit.; ECHO offers REPOWER
20 3. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (D)until the engine fires. NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. STOPPING ENGINE 1. Throttle Release throttle, and allow engine to return to idle before shuttingengine off. 2. S...
Page 22 - Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for; Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and; SHOWN
22 AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 - 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristlepaint brush. Parts required:SRM-2100SB 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. SRM-2400SB 90030 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from enterin...
Page 24 - EXHAUST; Spark Arrestor Screen; Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.
24 3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. IMPORTANTDo not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 5. Assemble components in reverse order. NOTEWhen installing the engine...
Page 25 - spark arrester screen.; WARNING DANGER
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 25 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SRM-2100SB Emission Models 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 emission regulation...
Page 26 - WARNING DANGER; LUBRICATION; LUBE; Gear Housing; Clean all loose debris from gear box.
26 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SRM-2400SB Emission Models 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 emission regulations. This carburetor does not haveacceleration and high...
Page 28 - Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up.
28 NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1.Tools required: Head locking tool (if head is to be removed) Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 6m (20 ft.) long. 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops. Pul...
Page 29 - File each tooth at a 30 degree angle a specific number of times,
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 29 SHARPENING METAL BLADES Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO BrushCutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance.The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpeni...
Page 30 - ROUBLESHOOTING
30 T ROUBLESHOOTING WARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by groundingspark plug against cylinder, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T M E L B O R P E N I G N E m e l b o...
Page 31 - TORAGE
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 31 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 ser...
Page 32 - Call; Available Parts Catalog
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 and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find thesenumbers on the engine ho...
Page 33 - Please use this Operator Manual Supplement when assembling and; PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY; Emission Models; DURABILIDAD DE LAS EMISIONES DEL PRODUCTO
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