Summary of Contents for Echo Rapid Loader 99944200610
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MODEL FOR MODELS: Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual, with your original Split Boom/Pro Attachment Series Trimmer. Those manuals and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
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.
PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer/brush cutter.
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Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the trimmer. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the Trimmer/Brush Cutter handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
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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).
Locate this safety decal on your attachment. Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If it cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
PAS R ONTENTS 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. __ 1 - Pro Attachment Series Trimmer Attachment __ 1 - Operator's Manual...
NOTE Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings. Short couplings fit flush to decal point (E). New couplings are 4-3/4 in. long, and fit flush to line (C). NOTE Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine.
NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (A). Remove plastic sleeve from PTO shaft. Be sure upper plate (B) remains on PTO shaft. Place line head onto PTO shaft, followed by large metal washer (C). Thread L.H.
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.
Insert pre-cut 204 mm (8 in.) length of nylon cutting line (recom- mended sizes 2.4 mm [.095 in.] to 3.9 mm [.155 in.]) through outside openings of trimmer head. Minimum of 153mm (6 in.) of line should extend from each opening. 3.9mm [.155 in.] line not recommended for trimmers under 26cc.
TORAGE Storage Hook Installation Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. PECIFICATIONS PAS Rapid Loader Shaft Length ------------------------------------------------ 838 mm (33 in.) Attachment Width ----------------------------------------- 178 mm (7 in.) Attchment Height ------------------------------------------ 229 mm (9 in.) Weight (dry) w/blade -------------------------------------- 1.36 kg.
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PAS R APID OADER RIMMER TTACHMENT PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...
• 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.