Page 3 - WARNING; ADVERTENCIA; English Translation
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 3 The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shownwithin the circle is prohibited. M ANUAL S AFETY S YMBOLS AND I MPORTANT I NFORMATION IMPORTANT The enclosed messageprovides information necessary for theprotection of the unit. NOTE This ...
Page 4 - Shaft Decal; • This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly; • Beware of KICKOUT (blade thrust) when using blades. Special; IMPROPERLY SHARPENED BLADES.; INTERNATIONAL
4 Shaft Decal WARNING DANGER • This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, readand understand the Operator's and Safety manuals. • Blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield in...
Page 5 - EQUIPMENT; Spark Arrestor - Catalytic Muffler / Muffler
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 5 EQUIPMENT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT ope...
Page 7 - Wear sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 7 Eye Protection -- Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirementswhenever you operate the trimmer. Hand Protection -- Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on theTrimmer/Brush Cutter handles. Gloves also reduce ...
Page 8 - Determine Operation Area; instructions for safe operation.; Operation; fingers encircling the handles
8 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 fellow workers must be warned, and childr...
Page 9 - • Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted position.; EXTENDED
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 9 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 burni...
Page 11 - BLADE; California Tier 2; AIR INDEX TAG
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 11 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY: YEHXS.0214CA DISPLACEMENT: 21.2 CC THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH1 AND 2000 AND LATER CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S.O.R.E. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENT...
Page 14 - PECIFICATIONS; * Install and use U-Handle when operating any model with blade.
14 S PECIFICATIONS * Install and use U-Handle when operating any model with blade. M O D E L S R M -2 11 S R M -2 11 U L e ng th 1 7 7 0 m m (6 9 .7 i n.) W i d th 2 4 5 m m (9 .6 5 i n.) 6 8 0 m m (2 6 .8 i n.) He i g ht 2 2 5 m m (8 .8 6 i n.) 4 1 5 m m (1 6 .3 i n.) W e i g ht (d ry) w/c utte r h...
Page 16 - Install Metal Shield; Insert Locking Tool (K) through hole in upper plate and notch in; NYLON HEAD
16 BLADE INSTALLATION All Models. IMPORTANTIf non-standard monofilament head, METAL/PLASTIC blade or cultivator etc. is used, THE CARBURETOR MUSTBE RE-SET or serious engine damage may occur. See "Carburetor Adjustment" pages 32 - 33 and "Specifications"page 14 of this manual. Install...
Page 17 - Install Harness Clamp; Remove shield and gear housing as an assembly.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 17 Install Harness Clamp NOTESome models require installation of Harness Clamp. If your unitdoes not have a clamp, follow these directions. Tools Required: Screwdriver, 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench. Parts Required: Clamp, 4mm x 18mm Hexagon Head, B...
Page 18 - the drive shaft assembly.
18 FRONT HANDLE INSTALLATION (SRM-211) Tools Required: Screwdriver. 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. U - HANDLE INSTALLATION Tools Required: 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench, Slotted Screwdriver,(3mm Hex Wrench SRM-211 only.) Parts Required: U-Handle Kit. (SRM-211) P/N...
Page 19 - a. Put on harness and attach unit to harness.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 19 7. Position Lower U-Handle Bracket (K) 400mm (15-3/4 in.) from engine end of drive shaft. Secure with three (3) 5mm x 30mmbolts. 8. Install harness hook (included with Blade Conversion Kit) for blade use. Position 220 mm (8-5/8 in.) from engin...
Page 20 - Choosing the Correct Blade; RE; Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use
20 Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING DANGER The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade cancause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injuryto yourself and bystanders. Plastic and Ny...
Page 22 - FUEL; Fuel Requirements; Mixing - Follow directions on the oil container.; Handling Fuel; caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
22 FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] gasoline or gasohol known to be goodquality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15%MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood)alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ...
Page 23 - NOT operate unit if leaks are found.; S M
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 23 Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government forthe laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved,air tight container. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, awayfrom sparks and f...
Page 25 - engine RPM to operating speed.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 25 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 p...
Page 26 - Start - Pull Rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull
26 STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT closethe choke. 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 D...
Page 27 - AINTENANCE; SKILL; Easy to do. Most required tools come with unit.; ECHO offers REPOWER; STOPPING
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 27 M AINTENANCE Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will helpyour trimmer achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to ta...
Page 29 - Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for; Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 29 AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air fil...
Page 30 - SPARK; COOLING
30 WARNING DANGER Catalytic mufflers operate at extremely high temperatures. Mufflerarea must be kept clean. Do not perform maintenance on the muffleruntil engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise seriouspersonal injury may occur. SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: Scrench (combination soc...
Page 32 - High Altitude Adjustment; EXHAUST; Spark Arrestor Screen; Remove engine cover. See “Cleaning Cooling System” pages
32 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuelbreak-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-inperiod your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions willstabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required...
Page 34 - LUBRICATION; Parts Required: Echo Lube; Gear Housing; Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.
34 LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools required: 8 mm Open End Wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver,Clean rag Parts Required: Echo Lube 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 necessary, DO NOT...
Page 35 - Pull spool from drum. DO NOT push in on spool when turning.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 35 NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1. Tools required: Head locking tool (if head is to be removed) Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 12m (40 ft.) long. 1. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool fr...
Page 37 - 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 37 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 mainte-nance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professionalservice. Before sharpen...
Page 38 - ROUBLESHOOTING; P ro b le m
38 T ROUBLESHOOTING P ro b le m E ngi ne -- starts ha rd E ngi ne -- do es no t start C au se R eme d y E ngi neC ranks F uel a tca rbure to r No fuel a tca rbure to r F uel strai ne r clo gg edF uel li ne clog ge dC arb uretor C le anC le anS ee your E C HO de aler F uel a tcyli nde r No fuel a tcy...
Page 39 - TORAGE; several times to remove fuel from the carburetor.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERATOR ' S M ANUAL 39 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 40 - Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER; Parts and Assemblies for; Safety Manuals; are available, free of charge, from your ECHO dealer; Operator's and Parts Manuals; are available for purchase from; Safety Video; Available Parts Lists; Call; ECHO Incorporated; CONSUMER PRODUCT
S ERVICING I NFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER TM Parts and Assemblies for your 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...
Page 41 - LISTA DE CONTENIDO DE GT; LISTA DE CONTENIDO DE SRM
* Some Echo units may be factory pre-assembled. The nylon line head, plastic debris shield, and mounting hardware shown in thecontents list are pre-assembled to the unit. No assembly tools are needed. The front handle may need to be re-positioned forcomfortable operation. SUPLEMENTO DEL MANUAL DEL O...
Page 42 - MISSION; The updated emissions information for your unit is:; CONTROL; NOTA; La información correcta de las emisiones para su unidad es:; NOTE
9992220354101/02 SUP22203541 SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL PART NUMBER X7702272400 (X770000180) FOR MODELS: SRM-211 /U S/N 02001101 & UP SUPLEMENTO DEL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR NUMERO DE PIEZA 7702272400 (X770000180) PARA LOS MODELO: SRM-211 /U S/N 02001101&UP E MISSION CONTROL California Tier ...
