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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
Operator's Manual
MODEL
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.
X7702278500
SRM - 211U
Serial Number 06001001 - 06999999
WARNING
DANGER
X770000790
02/03

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  • Page 1 SRM - 211U Serial Number 06001001 - 06999999 WARNING 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. X7702278500 X770000790...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.
  • Page 3: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information

    If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. Metal Debris...
  • Page 4: International Symbols

    • Beware of KICKOUT (blade thrust) when using blades. Special precautions are necessary for blade operation, see your Operator's and Safety Manuals. ONLY install ECHO approved blades on Brush Cutters (SRM) models equipped with proper blade shield, U-handles, harness, blade collar, nut and cotter pin.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Physical Condition Hearing Protection Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever • if you are tired or sick, unit is used. • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs.
  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO-approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. 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 with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.
  • Page 7: Safe Operation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SAFE OPERATION WARNING 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 operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on safe operation.
  • Page 8: Description

    Your new Echo product has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other final assembly may be necessary. Check the contents carefully, and notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer immediately if any parts are missing or damaged. Use the contents list below to check for missing parts.
  • Page 9: Srm-211U Parts

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL MODEL SRM-211U PARTS...
  • Page 10: Srm-211U Part Descriptions

    24. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922202540 English version and P/N 99922203508 Spanish version are available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precau- tions and proper operating techniques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety...
  • Page 11: Specifications

    RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL --------------------------------------------------------------- SRM-211U Length ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1770 mm (69.7 in.) Width ------------------------------------------------------------------ 700 mm (27.68 in.) Height ----------------------------------------------------------------- 455 mm (17.9 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head ---------------------------------------- 5.56 kg (12.3 lb.) Engine Type ---------------------------------------------------------- Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore -------------------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.)
  • Page 12: Assembly

    SSEMBLY PLASTIC SHIELD INSTALLATION Tools Required: Screwdriver, Locking Tool Parts Required: Plastic Debris Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5 x 16 mm screws. WARNING DANGER The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades, or serious injury may result.
  • Page 13: Blade Installation

    You must install the U-Handle and all Blade Conversion parts shown in the following instructions before operat- ing this unit with metal blades, otherwise serious injury may result. NOTE Model SRM-211U includes U-Handle, 8-tooth blade, and neces- sary blade conversion parts. Blades must be selected for type of cutting being performed. See page 16, "Blade Selection."...
  • Page 14: U-Handle Installation

    Install Blade Tools Required: Locking Tool, Scrench. Parts Required: Upper Plate w/ 20 mm pilot, Lower Plate, 10 mm Nut w/ L.H. threads, 2 x 25 mm Cotter Pin, Blade. Install upper plate (D) on splined PTO shaft, pilot side down. Blade installation requires Upper Plate (D) with 20 mm pilot.
  • Page 15: Throttle Linkage And Ignition Leads

    The throttle linkage can be adjusted by turning the adjustment fixture (D). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. Connect ignition leads (F) and one ring terminal (G) which attaches under fan housing screw.
  • Page 16: Blade Selection

    BLADE SELECTION WARNING DANGER 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 yourself and bystanders.
  • Page 17 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Shoulder/Waist Harness (P/N 30100052131) Use of the Shoulder/Waist Harness is required for blade operation, and is recommended for ALL Trimmer/Brush Cutter use. The Shoulder/Waist Harness suspends the trimmer from the operator's shoulder, and reduces operator fatigue during nylon line trimming or cutting with a blade.
  • Page 18: Pre-Operation

    Echo premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past approved fuel storage container. regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
  • Page 19: Operation

    DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE Refer to Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Safety Manual for proper and safe techniques.
  • Page 20: Starting Warm Engine

    DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If a task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.
  • Page 22: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25-50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu- lated dirt from the air cleaner area.
  • Page 23: Spark Plug

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: Scrench (combination socket wrench & screw driver) Feeler gauge, preferably a wire gauge. Brush. Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 Remove spark plug and check for wear or fouling. Clean the plug or replace with a new one.
  • Page 24: Exhaust System

    Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Install engine cover properly, placing fuel vent tube into engine cover and deflector shield tabs (A) into slots in engine cover. Secure engine cover with three (3) screws. Install top guard, and secure with one (1) screw.
  • Page 25: Carburetor Adjustment Emission

    See page 11, "Specifications" for correct idle speed. Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. Check idle speed using a tachometer, and reset if necessary. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter-clockwise to decrease idle speed.
  • Page 26: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: 8 mm Open-end Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: ECHO LUBE 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base ® Grease. Gear Housing Clean all loose debris from gear box. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease.
  • Page 27: Nylon Line Replacement

    NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1. Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 6 m (20 ft.) long. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops.
  • Page 28: Sharpening Metal Blades

    Pull both lines out and trim to cut-off knife length. 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.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL ROUBLESHOOTING t l i l f f t l i t l i t l i t l i t r i t r i WARNING 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.
  • Page 30: Storage

    TORAGE WARNING 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. Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte- nance which includes the following: Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach...
  • Page 31 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...
  • Page 32: Servicing Information

    • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address below.

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