Page 2 - Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated; Specifications
2 Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. I ntroductIon 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 found in the same package. You will find...
Page 3 - CIRCLE AND SLASh SyMbOL; This symbol means the specific action; CAUTION
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 3 WARNING The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condi- tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided. InternatIonal symbols s afety manual safety symbols and Important Info...
Page 6 - equIpment; tion. See Assembly Section for proper adjustment.; PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD); followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.; ALWAyS; before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.; DO NOT; rized servicing dealer before using.; mIssIon; California models only.; An Emission Control Label
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...
Page 7 - Shaft Decal; escrIptIon; instructions for specific information.
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 7 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 Shaft Decal P/N X505001930 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 dec...
Page 8 - The muffler or
8 1. POWER hEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3 ThROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4...
Page 9 - ontents; ssembly; NOTE; Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 9 c ontents The ECHO product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, installation of the plastic debris shield, nylon line head, and positioning of the front handle are necessary. After open...
Page 10 - • Cutoff knife is sharp.; IMPORTANT
10 nylon lIne head InstallatIon Tools Required: Head Locking Tool. Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. CAUTION Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). 2. Align locking hole in ...
Page 11 - Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location.; MIN; Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.; peratIon; away from your face and body.; regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 11 front handle InstallatIon Tools Required: Torx T27 L-Wrench NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. MIN SPACING WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers...
Page 12 - Install Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield; The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement; operatIon; Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use; Blade use; DEMANDS
12 Grass/Weed Blades Require: Install Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C). B A C NOTE The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit. B...
Page 13 - Choosing the Correct Blade
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 13 Choosing the Correct Blade 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 ...
Page 14 - Fuel Requirements; NOT; certified oil, such; fuel
14 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 this manual. WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% et...
Page 15 - Handling Fuel; DANGER; Mixing Instructions; Shoulder
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 15 Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel...
Page 16 - Stop Switch; Lay the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp right hand grip and; Throttle Trigger
16 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 become entangled or thrown. WARNING Never attempt to di...
Page 17 - Recoil Starter; stoppIng
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 17 A A C D 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 per- sonal injury ...
Page 18 - Level; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; maIntenance; aIntenance; grease every 50 hours of use.; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:; grease every 25 hours of use.
18 Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your trimmer achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help yo...
Page 19 - • Fits tightly in the air filter cavity.; VERy; flammable. Use extreme ca
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 19 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...
Page 20 - coolIng; must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air
20 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 rounded center electrod...
Page 21 - DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.; eXhaust; Spark Arrestor Screen; Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 21 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...
Page 22 - Exhaust Port Cleaning; Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler; Install muffler cover and attach spark plug lead.; lytic element inside muffler.
22 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 muffler cover (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a woo...
Page 23 - High Altitude Operation; above; able, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 23 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...
Page 24 - lubrIcatIon; Clean Rag, Grease Gun; Gear Housing; Clean all loose debris from gear box.; Drive Shaft; Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.
24 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...
Page 27 - Flat file (preferred). Electric grinder if special care is
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 27 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...
Page 28 - roubleshootIng; Fuel vapors are; extremely; flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.; Never; test for ignition spark by ground-
28 t roubleshootIng 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 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...
Page 29 - torage; Drain
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 29 Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. DANGER Do not stor...
Page 30 - pecIfIcatIons; Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst; Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil
30 s pecIfIcatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SRM-225 Length w/o cutter head ------------------------------------ 1793mm (70.6 in.)Width -------------------------------------------------------- 251 mm (9.88 in.)Height --------------------------------------------------...
Page 31 - arranty
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 31 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 ...
Page 34 - notes
Page 36 - CONSUMER PRODUCT; always; ber, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these; Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs
S54911001001/S54911 002204 S08712001001/S08712 010857 ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 o akwood r oad l ake Z urIch , Il 60047 www.echo-usa.com CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 MON - FRI C.S.T. DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www.echo-usa.com s ervIcIng I nformatIon parts / se...