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x7722271404 / x772000164
TILLER / CULTIVATOR
Operator's Manual
The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot.
Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may
occur.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator's
manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
X7504083607
© 9/2014 ECHO Inc.
TC-210
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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Operator’s Manual ........................ 3 Servicing Information ......................... 3 Parts/Serial Number........................3 Service ............................3 Echo Consumer Product Support ....................3 Product Registration ........................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals .................... 3 Safety..............................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..............4 International Symbols ........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY TC-210 Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. SAFETY 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.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    Position (Choke ON / OFF near fuel wear. Closed) Choke Control DO NOT operate Keep bystanders at least “Run” Position with kick stand 15 meters (50 ft.) away. (Choke Open) down. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
  • Page 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 8 • BEFORE OPERATION, refer to your Operator’s Manual for proper operating techniques. • Always empty the fuel tank before carrying unit in a car or truck. To avoid damage to engine parts always lay unit on its muffler side. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Use only ECHO 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 10 The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 11: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 12 The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 16. THROTTLE HANDLE - For right hand. 17. SUPPORT HANDLE - For left hand. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 13: Contents

    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 14: Assembly

    8. Securely tighten lower handle bolts first, then the upper handle bolts. Assure throttle cable is not twisted or wrapped around upper or lower handle. 9. Secure throttle linkage and stop switch lead midway on right upper and lower handle with cable clips. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Fuel 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.
  • Page 16 , will void the two-stroke engine warranty. Echo premium Power Blend X ™ Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable.

  • Page 17: Starting Cold Engine

    Starting Cold Engine The tines should not move at idle. If tines move, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) to RUN position.

  • Page 18: Starting Warm Engine

    Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (or maximum five [5] pulls). Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 19: Stopping Engine

    If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. Tilling/Cultivating Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death.
  • Page 20 (2 – 3 inches). Install Tines with individual tines angled rearward, toward the operator. (See Tine Removal/Cleaning/Installation) Allow unit to move CULTIVATING forward slowly. Pull unit back to cut vegetation and cultivate soil to desired depth. Repeat forward/backward motion as needed. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an 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.

  • Page 22: Air Filter

    When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 23: Spark Plug

    “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. 1. Remove throttle cable end from the carburetor swivel. 2. Remove starter cover. Note: The throttle cable remains assembled to the starter cover. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 24: Exhaust System

    3. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 4. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. 5. Assemble components in reverse order. X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: Carburetor Adjustment

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.

  • Page 26: Lubrication

    Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. 1. Before adjusting the carburetor, clean or replace the air filter and spark arrestor screen.
  • Page 27 (tilling) or rearward (cultivating). 5. Slide tine on shaft, long hub first. D-hole (hole with flat side) goes to the outside. (D-hole in outer hub aligns with flat on shaft.). 6. Install retaining pin (E). X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter...

  • Page 29: Storage

    Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there. 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Fuel Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil) ® 50 : 1 Power Blend X or ECHO Red Armor ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. Fuel/Oil Ratio M345- FD, two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10% ethyl Gasoline alcohol or 15% MTBE.

  • Page 31: Warranty Statements

    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.
  • Page 32 . 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.

  • Page 33: Product Registration

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.

  • Page 34: Notes

    NOTES TC-210 NOTES X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 TC-210 NOTES X7504083607 © 9/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 36 ECHO, INCORPORATED E13912001001/E13912999999 400 Oakwood Road E14712001001/E14712999999 Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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