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Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im- properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
NTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. Th is 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 will fi nd both easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will fi nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
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Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of ma- chine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fi tting, durable clothing;...
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RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fi ngers, 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).
Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. 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.
Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specifi...
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1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 3.
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.
SSEMBLY DRIVE SHAFT POWER HEAD Tools Required: 4 mm Hex Wrench Parts Required: Power Head, Drive Shaft Assembly Stand power head upright on a level surface. Loosen the drive shaft clamp bolt (A) at engine drive shaft clamp, and remove drive shaft locating bolt (B). Remove protective plastic cap from end of drive shaft assembly.
HANDLE INSTALLATION Tools Required: 17 & 19 mm wrench, 4 mm hex socket wrench Parts Required: U-Handle, Clamp w/screws Remove assembling bolt (A) from right hand grip. Install right hand grip (B) onto right hand U-handle (C) until bolt hole in U- handle is visible through bolt hole in bottom of grip.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Secure the right hand U-handle by tightening 4 right handle assem- bling bolts (H) loosely. Adjust handles for comfortable operation and tighten handle as- sembling bolt (E) and 4 right handle assembling bolts (H). Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembly along shaft and clip as shown.
B. Thread a 6 m (20 feet) length of 2.4 mm (0.095 in) or 2.7 mm (0.105 in) ECHO line through hole in spool so that ends are the same length. C. Wind both ends of line tightly and evenly clockwise (see arrows on spool), and wind from side to side without twisting the lines.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 2.REPLACING SPOOL Housing NOTE Keep line tight on spool. Bolt A. Snap spool into housing while pulling line through eyelets with about 15 cm (6 in) extending out. CAUTION Knob tightens counterclockwise, “left”. Spring B.
PERATION WARNING Moving parts can amputate fi ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. WARNING Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.
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RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Plastic/Nylon Grass/Weed Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 8 Tooth Grass and Weed Blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds up to 19 mm (3/4”) diameter.
WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15 % ethanol), E-85 (85 % ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
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RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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. 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.
STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING When engine is started, confi rm that there is not any abnormal vibration or sound. If there is abnormal vibration or sound, ask your DEALER to repair. After refueling tighten fuel cap fi rmly and check for leakage. In case of fuel leakage repair before starting operation since there is a danger of fi...
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.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit NOTE Always brush dirt and debris away from air cleaner area prior to cleaning air fi...
FUEL FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 200- 250 mm (8 - 10 in.) length of wire with one end bent into a hook, clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel container. Parts required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit DANGER Fuel is VERY fl ammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL COOLING SYSTEM Level 2. Tools required: Air compressor and safety nozzle, or: 4 mm Hex wrench, 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush. Parts Required: None. IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fi...
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Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: 4 & 5 mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffl er cover (2 screws). Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffl er (A) and heat shield (B).
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. IMPORTANT...
LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: 8 & 13 mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: POWER BLENDX 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing Clean all loose debris from gear box. Remove the plug (A) and drain screw (B) from the gear case. Add grease into the gear case until old grease is pushed out.
UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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.
RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL TORAGE WARNING During operation the muffl er or catalytic muffl er and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of fl ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.
PECIFICATIONS MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SRM-410U Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1860 mm (73.2 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 630 mm (24.8 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 470 mm (18.5 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head ------------------------------ 8.3 kg (18.3 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 40.0 mm (1.58 in.)
ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair or replace at ECHO’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized ECHO servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions.
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. Gasohol which contains a is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual. engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual. of unauthorized attachments.