Echo 99944200540 Operator's Manual

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99944200540
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FOR MODELS: SRM-2100SB, 2400SB, 210SB, 211SB, 225SB, 260SB,
261SB, PAS-2100, 2400, 2601, 210, 211, 225, 225VP, 225VPB, 225SB,
230, 231, 260, 261, 265, 266, 280, 2620
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
Read and understand all provided literature before use.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X7532279111
© 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
Operator's
Manual
Trimmer

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  • Page 1 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents..................2 Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts/Serial Number................3 Service ....................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......4 International Symbols ................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. For future reference write them in the space provided below.
  • Page 4: Service

    Register your ECHO equipment on-line at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.
  • Page 5: International Symbols

    International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning, see Operator’s Safety / Alert Manual Wear eye, ear and head Finger severing protection Wear hand and Rotating cutting foot protection attachment Wear slip Wear face shield resistant footwear 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 6 HEAD - blades only Keep bystanders and helpers away 15 m (50 ft.). Beware thrown objects. Wear eye protection. Keep bystanders and helpers away 15 m (50 ft.). Keep bystanders and helpers away 15 m (50 ft.) X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements ◆ must be worn whenever you operate the unit. For additional safety, a full-face shield can be worn over ◆ safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 8 Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protective equipment 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 9 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 10 All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death can result. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 11 Do not over reach. • Keep cutting attachment below waist. • Keep all body parts away from rotating cutting attachment Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 12: Equipment

    Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in ◆ safe operating condition. Note: ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries.
  • Page 13: 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. Safety label is for example only. Your label my appear slightly different.
  • Page 14: Contents

    The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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. Trimmer Attachment...
  • Page 15: Operation

    Avoid contact with blades. Wear gloves to protect hands. 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. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 16 U-Handle ensures a higher safety factor. Do Not install blades on GT (Curved Shaft) model trimmers. • Use only ECHO approved parts. Failure to use the correct parts can cause the blade to fly off. Seriously injury to the operator and / or bystanders can occur.
  • Page 17: Blade Selection

    Keep blades in protective packaging until ready to install. Store blades safely after removal to prevent injury from accidental contact. Use blade protectors to protect blade teeth during unit transportation. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 18: Applications

    Feed the line gradually into the material you wish to cut, avoiding contact with fences or other barriers. • GT models: Tilt cutting head to the left while cutting to direct debris away from the operator. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 19: Operating Techniques - Metal Or Plastic Blade

    • Do not scythe back and forth as the grass may scatter and kickback may occur easily. • Tilt blade left by 5 to 10 degrees so that cut grasses will push left, making progress easier. • Move forward with each arc to cut a swath. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 20: Reaction Forces

    The greater the cutting force or the amount of resistance, the greater the reactive force. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 21 • Applying consistent, even force to the blade during the cut • Avoiding obstacles and ground hazards • Using extra care when cutting harder materials such as extremely dry brush, saplings, and small trees • Cutting from a stable, secure position 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 22: Blade Cutting Problems

    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. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 23: Skill Levels

    Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx For information about maintenance kits.
  • Page 24: Lubrication

    Loosen screw (B) and remove locating screw (C). Pull gear case and shield from drive shaft housing. Pull flexible cable (D) from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 25: Nylon Line Replacement

    2.4 mm (0.095 in.) diameter 6 m (20 ft.). Align arrows on top of knob with openings in eyelets. Insert one end of trimmer line into an eyelet, and push line equal distance through trimmer head. 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 26 Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation. When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed-Feed® head are worn smooth, or if holes appear, replacement of the cover or the entire Speed-Feed® head is required. X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 27: Storage

    Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 99944200540 (Speed-Feed® Trimmer) Shaft Length 834 mm (32.8 in.) Attachment Width 177 mm (6.9 in.) Attachment Height 236 mm (9.29 in.) Weight (dry) w/line head 1.07 kg (2.3 lb.)
  • Page 28: 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, Incorporated. 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 29 99944200540 PRODUCT REGISTRATION 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 30: Notes

    NOTES 99944200540 NOTES X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 31 99944200540 NOTES 1X7532279111 © 02/2020 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 32 S06400369501/S06400999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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