Page 2 - High; altitude Operation; Specifications; Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in
2 Copyright© 2009 By ECHO, IncorporatedAll 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 - WARNING; CIRCLE AND sLAsh syMbOL; This symbol means the specific action; CAUTION; NOTE; DANGER
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 - Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.
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; ALWAys; before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.; DO NOT; mIssIon
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 comply...
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 89031749030 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 ca...
Page 9 - ontents; Cotter Pins
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 - Install Metal Shield; Carefully fit driveshaft assembly to engine making sure that
10 blade InstallatIon WARNING 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. Install Metal Shield Tools Required: 8 x 10 mm Open-end Wrench, Screwdriver, 17x19 mm Wre...
Page 11 - gear housing flange points to notch location.; Install Blade; Align hole in upper plate with notch in gear housing, and insert; IMPORTANT
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 11 1. Align hole in upper plate (D) with notch in gear housing (E), and insert locking tool to prevent splined shaft from turning. Arrow on gear housing flange points to notch location. 2. Remove split pin (F), L.H. blade nut (G), lower plate (H)...
Page 12 - Tools Required
12 A B C u - handle InstallatIon Tools Required : 17 & 19 mm wrench, 4 mm hex socket wrench Parts Required: U-Handle, Clamp w/screws 1. Remove assembling bolt (A) from right hand grip. Install right hand grip (B) onto right hand U-handle (C) until bolt hole in U-handle is visible through bolt ho...
Page 14 - • Read the Operator’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar
14 optIonal nylon head InstallatIon Tools Required: Locking Tool Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. 1. Align hole in upper plate with notch in gear housing, and insert locking tool to prevent splined shaft from turning. 2. Thread line head onto PTO shaft by turning it counter-clockwise until head is t...
Page 15 - operatIng; too close to the work will result in reduced efficiency and broken
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 15 2.REPLACING SPOOL NOTE Keep line tight on spool. A. Snap spool into housing while pulling line through eyelets with about 15 cm (6 in) extending out. CAUTION Knob tightens counterclockwise, “left”. B. Fasten spool to housing with shaft bolt, s...
Page 16 - peratIon; regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.; blade; The type of Blade used; serious personal injury. Blades; MUsT
16 o peratIon WARNING 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or se...
Page 17 - Tooth Weed/Grass blade; 0 Tooth brush blade; 2 Tooth Clearing blade; Use shoulder/Waist harness
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 17 Plastic/Nylon Grass/Weed blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 8 Tooth Weed/Grass blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. DO NOT use this blade for brush ...
Page 18 - fuel; Fuel Requirements; NOT; FC/FD Standards must; ECHO premium Power Blend X; Handling Fuel
18 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 this manual. WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (1...
Page 19 - • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return; Shoulder
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 19 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 ...
Page 20 - vibration or sound. If there is abnormal vibration or sound, ask; Throttle Trigger
20 startIng cold engIne WARNING When engine is started, confirm that there is not any abnormal vibration or sound. If there is abnormal vibration or sound, ask your DEALER to repair. After refueling tighten fuel cap firmly and check for leakage. In case of fuel leakage repair before starting operati...
Page 21 - Stop Switch; If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure.; stoppIng; Release throttle trigger and allow to run at an idle speed.
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 21 startIng warm engIne 1. Press the decompression device (E). 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) forward away from the STOP position. 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible in the "Clear" fuel return line. 4. Recoil Sta...
Page 22 - aIntenance; skIll; Easy to do. Common tools may be required.; Level; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; maIntenance; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:
22 m aIntenance WARNING 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or ...
Page 23 - Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to; When using compressed air, always direct air stream at inside sur-; NOTICE
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 23 B A aIr fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: REPOWER TM Tune-Up Kit NOTE Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to cleaning air filter. 1. Brush dirt off air cleaner area....
Page 24 - Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or; spark; Parts Required
24 fuel fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 200- 250 mm (8 - 10 in.) length of wire with one end bent into a hook, clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel container. Parts required: REPOWER TM Tune-Up Kit DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling. 1. Use a clean ra...
Page 25 - pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries; eXhaust; Spark Arrestor Screen; Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 25 coolIng system Level 2. Tools required: Air compressor and safety nozzle, or: 4 mm Hex wrench, 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts Required: None. IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freel...
Page 26 - Exhaust Port Cleaning; & 5 mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper; Attach spark plug lead and install muffler cover.
26 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: 4 & 5 mm Hex 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...
Page 27 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT; High Altitude Operation; above
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 of two tanks of fuel before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize....
Page 28 - lubrIcatIon; POWER BLENDX; Gear Housing; Clean all loose debris from gear box.
28 lubrIcatIon Level 1. Tools Required: 8 & 13 mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. 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. Grease should fill gear case to...
Page 29 - Flat file (preferred). Electric grinder if special care is; After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a
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 Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal mainte-nance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharp...
Page 30 - Fuel vapors are; extremely; flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.; Never; test for ignition spark by ground-; roubleshootIng
30 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 31 - torage; from exterior of unit.; Drain; the fuel tank; completely; and pull the recoil
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 31 DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. s torage WARNING During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable ...
Page 32 - pecIfIcatIons; Spark arrestor muffler or spark arrestor muffler with catalyst; Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil
32 s pecIfIcatIons MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SRM-410U Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1860 mm (73.2 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 630 mm (24.8 in.) Height -------------------------------------------...
Page 33 - arranty
G rass T rimmer /B rush C uTTer O peraTOr ' s m anual 33 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 ...
