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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
Operator's Manual
MODELS,
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.
X7532279701
Type 1E
SRM-2400
Serial Number 562682 & Up
SRM-2410
Serial Number 503485 & Up
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
DANGER
89861154131
09/99
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Summary of Contents for Echo SRM-2400 TYPE 1E - 09-99
- Page 1 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. 89861154131 X7532279701 09/99...
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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
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL & I ANUAL AFETY YMBOLS MPORTANT NFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. -
Page 4: Decals
If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. Shaft Decal... -
Page 5: International Symbols
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape Symbol form/shape description/application description/application description/application description/application "WARNING, SEE Fuel and oil mixture Surface OPERATOR'S Emergency stop MANUAL Wear eyes, ears and Finger Severing Primer Bulb head protection Carburetor adjustment... -
Page 6: Fuel
FUEL WARNING 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. •... -
Page 7: Safe Operation
Brush Cutter handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection -- ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing -- Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; - Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. - Page 8 Operation Use Proper Clothing & Equipment - Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other personworking within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. Avoid Hot Surfaces - During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch.
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Page 9: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers. -
Page 10: Description
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 your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. -
Page 11: Emission Control
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL EMISSION CONTROL IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : TEH021UB24RA The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine DISPLACEMENT : 23.6 cc Modification). THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHI AND 1995 - 1999 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES. - Page 12 25. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922202540 English version only is available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precautions and proper operating tech- niques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety Manual for complete information...
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Page 13: Specifications
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS M O D E L S R M -2 4 0 0 1 E S R M -2 4 1 0 1 E L e n g th 1 5 0 0 m m (5 9 .0 i n .) 1 5 0 0 m m ( 5 9 .0 i n .) W i d th 3 3 0 m m ( 1 3 .0 i n .) -
Page 14: Assembly
ECHO APPROVED OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS WARNING 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. -
Page 15: Blade Installation
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL BLADE INSTALLATION All Models. IMPORTANT If non-standard monofilament head, METAL/PLASTIC blade or cultivator etc. is used, THE CARBURETOR MUST BE RE-SET or serious engine damage may occur. See "Carburetor Adjustment" pages 31 and "Specifica- tions"... -
Page 16: Harness Clamp Installation
HARNESS CLAMP INSTALLATION NOTE Some models require installation of Harness Clamp. If your unit does not have a clamp, follow these directions. Tools Required: Screwdriver, 8 x 10mm Open End Wrench. Parts Required: Harness Clamp, 4 x 18mm Hexagon Head Bolt, Link, Spacer. -
Page 17: Front Handle Installation
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL FRONT HANDLE INSTALLATION Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: None Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure with screws. HANDLE INSTALLATION Tools Required: 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench, Slotted Screwdriver, 3mm and 4mm Hex Wrench, Scrench, Pliers. Parts Required: U-Handle Kit P/N 99944200521 NOTE On model 2410 use Steps 1, 10, 12, 13, 14B, 15, 17 and 18 only. - Page 18 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. SRM-2400 14A. Connect jumper lead (M) spade terminal end to power head ignition lead (A).
- Page 19 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SRM-2410 14B. Connect ignition stop lead (A). Install ground lead with bolt (B). 15. Remove left side clutch case bolt (P). Install metal bracket clamp (Q) with curved end down. Install throttle linkage into bracket clamp and pinch tight with pliers.
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Page 20: Pre-Operation
PERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield and harness can result in serious personal injury. Plastic and Nylon Blades Require "Blade Conversion Kit," P/N 99944200410 (metal shield [A] and shoulder harness [B]). - Page 21 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade (P/N 69600120331) is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 3/4" in. (19 mm) diameter or larger. Brush/Clearing Blade (P/N 69500120330) is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 3"...
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Page 22: Fuel
NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD approved oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. -
Page 23: Equipment Check
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL IMPORTANT S M T W T F Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 4 5 6 thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 IMPORTANT... -
Page 24: 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. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. -
Page 25: Starting Warm Engine
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 - Start/Run. Move Stop Switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. -
Page 26: Stopping Engine
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 the task is not listsed, see your ECHO dealer for repairs. -
Page 27: Maintenance Intervals
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS i l y t r o s n I - t I f l e l i F r e t s n I s n I l i F r e t s n I s n I i l o... -
Page 28: Air Filter
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 1" or 2" 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 accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. -
Page 29: Spark Plug
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: Scrench (combination socket wrench & screw driver supplied with unit) Feeler gauge, preferably a wire gauge. Brush. Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPM-7Y Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. -
Page 30: Exhaust System
NOTE The throttle linkage remains assembled to the cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. -
Page 31: Carburetor Adjustment Emission
ANUAL CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Type 1E Emission Models Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustement needles. -
Page 32: Nylon Line Replacement
Level 1. Tools Required: Head locking tool (if head is to be removed) Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 40 feet (12m) long. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool from drum. DO NOT push in on spool when turning. -
Page 33: Sharpen Metal Blade
UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SHARPENING METAL BLADES Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brushcutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require profes- sional service. Before sharpening, CLOSELY inspect blade for cracks (look at the bottom of each tooth and the center mounting hole closely), missing teeth and bending. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
No fuel at Fuel strainer clogged Clean Cranks carburetor carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean Carburetor See your ECHO dealer Fuel at No fuel at Carburetor See your ECHO dealer cylinder cylinder Muffler wet Fuel Mixture is too rich Open choke... -
Page 35: Storage
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL TORAGE 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 of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. -
Page 36: Servicing Information
Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper 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 above.