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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. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
X7532098400
SRM-260
SRM-260S
WARNING
DANGER
X753002750
12/06
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- Page 1 SRM-260S 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. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
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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: Safety
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational 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 Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handle. 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;...
- Page 5 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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).
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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: Description
Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDER- ING instructions for specific information. - Page 8 POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH"...
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Page 9: Contents
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 10: Nylon Head Installation
NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION Tools Required: Head Locking Tool. Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). Thread line head onto shaft by turning it counter-clockwise until head is tight against adapter plate (C). -
Page 11: Operation
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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, barrier bar or U- handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits. Grass/Weed Blades Require: Install Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C). - Page 12 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. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter or larger.
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Page 13: Fuel
Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend will void the two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two- stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.) - Page 14 Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. o l l Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions.
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Page 15: Starting Cold Engine
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER 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 become entangled or thrown. -
Page 16: Starting Warm Engine
The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. -
Page 17: 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 the task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs. -
Page 18: Air Filter
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: 90008 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 air cleaner area. -
Page 19: Spark Plug
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90075 IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. -
Page 20: Exhaust System
Remove spark plug lead. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (A). Remove screw and arm rest (B). Remove engine cover (C). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. -
Page 21: Carburetor Adjustment
The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT... -
Page 22: Lubrication
LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: 8 mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag, Grease Gun Parts Required: ECHO LUBE 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base ® Grease. Gear Housing Clean all loose debris from gear box. -
Page 23: Nylon Line Replacement
PERATOR ANUAL NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1. Parts Required: ECHO 2.4mm (0.095 in.) Nylon Trimmer Line 12m (40 feet [two 20 ft. sections]) ECHOMATIC PRO TRIMMER HEAD Do not push spool in. Hold drum and turn spool clockwise until peg clicks and disappears from hole. Pull spool out of drum. -
Page 24: Sharpening Metal Blades
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 maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional 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 25: 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 by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. -
Page 26: Storage
TORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) 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. -
Page 27: Specifications
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SRM-260, SRM-260S Length w/o cutter head ----------------------------------- 1795 mm (70.7 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head (SRM-260) ---------------- 5.23 kg (11.5 lb.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head (SRM-260S) -------------- 5.03 kg (11.1 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) -
Page 28: Servicing Information
• Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below.