Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SRM-211 Echo
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Grass T rimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODEL SRM-21 1 W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
2 T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Introduction ........................................................................ 2 - The Operator's Manual ............................................... 2 - The Safety manual ..........................................
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 3 The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited. M ANUAL S AFETY S YMBOLS AND I MPORT ANT I NFORMA TION IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.
4 Shaft Decal W ARNING DANGER • This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the Operator's and Safety manuals. • Blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield in place.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 5 S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed.
6 Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 7 SAFE OPERA TION W ARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas.
8 D ESCRIPTION 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 opening the carton, check for damage.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 9 12 18 Safety Video 20 11 13 14 15 16 17 19 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 3.
10 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.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 11 S PECIFICA TIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SRM-211 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1778 mm (70.0 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.
12 A SSEMBL Y W ARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non-approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 13 NYLON LINE HEAD INST ALLA TION 1 . Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (C). 2 . Be sure upper plate (A) remains on PTO shaft. 3 . Place line head onto PTO shaft.
14 P RE - O PERA TION OPERA TION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use W ARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, harness, and handle can result in serious personal injury.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 15 Plastic/Nylon 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 P/N 69600120331 is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds.
16 FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 17 B O PERA TION ST ARTING COLD ENGINE W ARNING DANGER The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury.
18 ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. W ARNING DANGER The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 19 A M AINTENANCE Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
20 MAINTENANCE INTER V ALS / T N E N O P M O C M E T S Y S E C N A N E T N I A M E R U D E C O R P D ' Q E R L L I K S L E V E L R O Y L I A D E R O F E B E S U Y R E V E L E U F E R 3 S H T N O .
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 21 AIR FIL TER 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 filter is removed.
22 SP ARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER TM Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 1 . Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean the plug or replace with a new one.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 23 A B C D 1 . Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2 . Release stored energy in power spring by removing spark plug. 3 . Remove three (3) screws (A) from starter assembly and remove starter.
24 8 . Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 9 . Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. 1 0 . Reassemble parts in reverse order of removal.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 25 EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools required: Cross-head screwdriver, soft metal brush. Parts Required: Screen, Gasket 1 . Remove engine cover. See “Cleaning Cooling System” pages 22 - 24 for instructions.
26 A CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break-In New engines must be operated for 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.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 27 LUBRICA TION Level 1. Tools required: 8 & 13 mm Open End Wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver, Clean rag, Grease gun P/N 91016 Parts Required: ECHO ® LUBE TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease.
28 SHARPENING MET AL BLADES Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 29 T ROUBLESHOOTING W ARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
30 S TORAGE W ARNING DANGER 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.
G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 31 NOTES.
S ER VICING I NFORMA TION P ARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you.
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