Page 2 - specific to this product.; Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in
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 InternatIonal symbols s afety manual safety symbols and Important InformatIon Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. The following i...
Page 5 - DANGER
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 5 DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual...
Page 6 - equIpment; tion. See Assembly Section for proper adjustment.; An Emission Control Label; WARNING; ALWAyS; before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.; DO NOT; WARNING; rized servicing dealer before using.; PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD); followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.; mIssIon; California models only.
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 - escrIptIon; instructions for specific information.; Metal Debris Shield Decal
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...
Page 9 - ontents; shield installation and other assembly may be necessary.
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...
Page 10 - gear housing flange points to notch location.; • Cutoff knife is sharp.; IMPORTANT
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...
Page 11 - Remove line head (J) by turning it clockwise until head is com; NOTE; Install Metal Shield; b. Remove line head (J) by turning it clockwise until head is
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...
Page 12 - Install Blade
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...
Page 14 - Put on harness and attach unit to harness.
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...
Page 15 - The type of Blade used; serious personal injury. Blades; MUST; peratIon; regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.; away from your face and body.
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...
Page 17 - fuel; Fuel Requirements; NOT; Handling Fuel
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...
Page 18 - Mixing Instructions; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return; Shoulder
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...
Page 19 - Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the; Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear
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...
Page 20 - the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed.; Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer.; Do not apply excessive downward force or damage to unit can oc-; If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure.
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...
Page 21 - Throttle; If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi-; aIntenance; Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.; skIll; Level; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.
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...
Page 22 - grease every 50 hours of use.; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:; grease every 25 hours of use.
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...
Page 23 - • 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 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...
Page 24 - coolIng; must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air
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...
Page 25 - 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 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...
Page 26 - Exhaust Port Cleaning; Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.; lytic element inside muffler.
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...
Page 27 - 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 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...
Page 28 - lubrIcatIon; 3mm Open End Wrench, T27 Torx; Gear Housing; Clean all loose debris from gear box.; Drive Shaft; Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.
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...
Page 31 - Flat file (preferred). Electric grinder if special care is
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...
Page 32 - Fuel vapors are; extremely; flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.; Never; test for ignition spark by ground-; roubleshootIng
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...
Page 33 - torage; Drain
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...
Page 34 - pecIfIcatIons; Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst; Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil
34 s pecIfIcatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SRM-225U Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1793 mm (70.6 in.)Width -------------------------------------------------------- 700 mm (27.5 in.)Height ---------------------------------------------...
Page 35 - arranty
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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Page 40 - CONSUMER PRODUCT; always; ber, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these; Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs
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 S79111001001/S79111 001029 S79012001001/S79012 004905 s ervIcIng I nformatIon parts / se...
