ECHO SRM-225U - Manuals

SAFETY SRM-225U 6 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or...

SAFETY SRM-225U 8 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harmwww.P65Warnings.ca.gov The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal inju...

SRM-225U SAFETY X7732275101 9 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. • If you are tired or sick • If you are taking medication • If you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection ◆ Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever y...

SAFETY SRM-225U 10 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles: • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES. • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, ...

SRM-225U SAFETY X7732275101 11 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. • If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration. Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) It is believed that overu...

SAFETY SRM-225U 12 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with literature for instructions on safe o...

SRM-225U SAFETY X7732275101 13 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. ◆ Inspect shield for damage and ensure that shield is properly installed, and that that the cut-off knife is securely in place. Replace if either is damaged or missing. ◆ Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating con...

EMISSION CONTROL SRM-225U 14 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Periodically Check fuel system (fuel lines, vent, grommet, fuel tank, and fuel cap) for leaks especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur....

SRM-225U DESCRIPTION X7732275101 15 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 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. Safety label is for exa...

SRM-225U CONTENTS X7732275101 17 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer...

ASSEMBLY SRM-225U 18 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY U-Handle Installation 1. Install upper U-Handle and bracket on lower bracket with one (1) 8 x 55 mm hex bolt (N) and (1) large circular washer. Do not tighten bolt securely until final adjustments are completed. 2. Loosen upper two (2) U-...

SRM-225U ASSEMBLY X7732275101 19 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads 1. Close choke and remove air filter cover. 2. Place throttle linkage (A) into adjustment fixture (B) and install wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole (C). Check throttle for freedom of movement a...

ASSEMBLY SRM-225U 20 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Blade Installation You must install the U-Handle and all Blade Conversion parts shown in the following instructions before operating this unit with a metal blade, otherwise serious injury may result. Shield with cutoff knife is for use with the Ny...

SRM-225U ASSEMBLY X7732275101 21 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 2. Align holes in shield plate (I), shield (K), and bottom of gear case flange. Install (3) bolts (L) and (3) lock nuts (M). 3. Tighten all shield hardware. Install Blade 1. Install upper plate with pilot (A) on splined PTO shaft, pilot side out. ...

SRM-225U ASSEMBLY X7732275101 23 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Nylon Line Head Installation Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: ◆ Cutoff knife is sharp. ◆ Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Make sure shield with cutoff knife (H) and shield plate are properly installed, and line head plate (A)...

OPERATION SRM-225U 24 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Note: Your nylon line head may appear different than nylon line head shown. To Advance Trimmer Line See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement. Note: To advance trimmer line, tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning a...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 25 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and bo...

OPERATION SRM-225U 26 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. *ANSI standards require brush cutters be equipped with a barrier bar or restrictive harness. U-Handle ensures a higher safety factor. Do Not install blades on GT (Curved Shaft) model trimmers. • Arbor diameter of upper blade plate must match arbo...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 27 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds up to 19 mm (0.75 in.) diameter. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth. 80 Tooth Brush Blade is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 13 mm ...

OPERATION SRM-225U 28 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Use Shoulder/Waist Harness Use of the shoulder/waist harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer/brushcutter use, not just blade operation. The shoulder/waist harness when used in a trimming operation with nylon line head suspends the trimmer from the...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 29 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcoh...

OPERATION SRM-225U 30 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. ◆ Use an approved fuel container. Mark fuel containers as containing 2-stroke mixture fuel. ◆ DO NOT smoke near fuel. ◆ DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. ◆ Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pres...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 31 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. • Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel i...

OPERATION SRM-225U 32 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 2. Choke Move choke lever (B) to COLD START ( ) position. 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. Note: Lightly place knee on drive shaft t...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 33 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: If ...

OPERATION SRM-225U 34 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Stopping Engine 1. Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, ...

SRM-225U OPERATION X7732275101 35 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. • Operate trimmer only with cutting head below knee height. Reaction Forces Push or Pull - Kickback or Kickout During normal use, operating a brushcutter with a circular metal blade can produce sudden strong reaction forces that are difficult to ...

SRM-225U MAINTENANCE X7732275101 37 © 11/2018 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 before...

MAINTENANCE SRM-225U 40 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank. 3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter. Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the U...

SRM-225U MAINTENANCE X7732275101 41 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: • Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder. • Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder. This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from...

MAINTENANCE SRM-225U 42 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 4. Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Sp...

SRM-225U MAINTENANCE X7732275101 43 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (C), gaskets (D), (E), and screen (F), from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler....

MAINTENANCE SRM-225U 44 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. 4. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Install...

MAINTENANCE SRM-225U 46 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Gear Case Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication. 1. Clean all loose debris from gear case. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if necessa...

SRM-225U MAINTENANCE X7732275101 47 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note: For normal use, Speed Feed ® head disassembly is not necessary. However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. 1. Press top of locking tabs (A) on both sides of Speed Fee...

TROUBLESHOOTING SRM-225U 50 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. 3. After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a square (sharp) corner. Use the round (rat tail) file to renew the radius. TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never te...

SRM-225U STORAGE X7732275101 51 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. L...

SPECIFICATIONS SRM-225U 52 X7732275101 © 11/2018 ECHO Inc. Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. 2. Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position. 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. 4. Perform all periodic ...

PRODUCT REGISTRATION SRM-225U 54 X7732275101 © 11/2018 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 m...

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6 equIpment WARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and compl...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 7 P/N X505002310 Hot Decal (near muffler) d escrIptIon Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered fr...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 9 c ontents The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify...

10 a ssembly plastIc shIeld InstallatIon (Nylon line operation) Tools Required: Torx T27 L-Wrench, Locking Tool Parts Required: Plastic Debris Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5 x 16 mm screws. WARNING The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plasti...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 11 to advance trImmer lIne See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement. Tip: To advance trimmer line, tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed. remove nylon lIne head NOTE Do not disassemble n...

12 L K B E D C A B d. Remove three screws holding shield plate and plastic shield (F) to gear housing. e. Retain line head, upper fixing plate, shield plate, and plastic shield for conversion back to nylon line head operation. 2. Align hole in upper plate (A) with notch in gear housing (B), and inse...

14 balance and adjust unIt 1. Loosen harness clamp screw. 2. Put on harness and attach unit to harness. 3. Slide harness clamp up (A) or down until unit balances with head approximately 50-75 mm (2 -3 in.) from the ground. 4. Tighten harness clamp screw. 5. Loosen upper U-Handle clamp screws (B), an...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 15 blade selectIon WARNING The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick-out and injury to y...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 17 fuel NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of t...

18 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 19 startIng cold engIne WARNING The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could b...

20 startIng warm engIne The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. WARNING The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachment moves, readjust carburetor accord...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 21 stoppIng engIne 1. Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. WARNING If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP...

22 maIntenance Intervals COMPONENT/ SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ'D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Air Filter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C * R * Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C Fuel Filter Inspect/Replace 1 I * I / R * Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect/Repla...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 23 aIr fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filte...

24 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) spark plug Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER TM Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rou...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 25 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove 2 engine cover screws and engine cover (B). (1 machine screw - handle side) (1 tapping screw - starter side) IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cyl...

26 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: Torx T27 L-Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 27 carburetor adjustment Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break- in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissi...

28 A A lubrIcatIon Level 1. Tools Required: 13mm Open End Wrench, T27 Torx L-Wrench, Clean Rag, Grease Gun Parts Required: POWER BLENDX TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if ne...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 31 sharpenIng metal blades Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal mainte- nance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before shar...

32 DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. t roubleshootIng 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...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 33 s torage WARNING During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury...

34 s pecIfIcatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SRM-225U Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1793 mm (70.6 in.)Width -------------------------------------------------------- 700 mm (27.5 in.)Height ---------------------------------------------...

G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 35 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 from defects in material and ...

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