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Echo SRM - 211SB Operator's Manual

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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
Operator's Manual
MODEL
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an
Operator's Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety
Manual (if available) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and under-
stood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X7702278700
SRM - 211SB
Serial Number 06001001 - 06001203
WARNING
DANGER
X770000810
08/03

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  • Page 1 Serial Number 06001001 - 06001203 WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual with this unit and a separate Operator's Manual and Safety Manual (if available) with the attachment. All manuals must be read and under- stood for proper and safe operation.

  • 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: Manual Safety Symbols & Important Information

    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 ORDERING instructions for specific information.

  • Page 4: International Symbols

    • Beware of KICKOUT (blade thrust) when using blades. Special precautions are necessary for blade operation, see your Operator's and Safety Manuals. ONLY install ECHO approved blades on Brush Cutters (SRM) models equipped with proper blade shield, U-handles, harness, blade collar, nut and cotter pin.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures Hearing Protection are cooler. Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. EXTENDED OPERATION EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which...

  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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: Safe Operation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.

  • Page 8: Description

    ESCRIPTION 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. CONTENTS ____ 1 - Power Head w/Upper Drive Shaft Assembly ____ 1 - Lower Drive Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 9 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL...
  • Page 10 22. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922202540 English version and P/N 99922203508 Spanish version are available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precautions and proper operating techniques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety Manual for...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SRM-211SB Unit Length ------------------------------------------------- 1770 mm (69.7 in.) Unit Width -------------------------------------------------- 251 mm (9.9 in.) Unit Height ------------------------------------------------- 235 mm (9.25 in.) Weight (dry) w/cutting attachment ---------------------- 4.91 kg (10.82 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke -------------------------------------------------------- 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)

  • Page 12: Echo Approved Optional Equipment

    Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units.

  • Page 13: Assembly

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL SSEMBLY POWER HEAD SHAFT LOWER SHAFT ASSEMBLY Tools Required: None Parts Required: Split Boom Attachment Assembly 1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock- out position.

  • Page 14: Plastic Shield Installation

    PLASTIC SHIELD INSTALLATION (For Nylon Line Operation) Tools Required: Screwdriver Parts Required: Plastic Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5mm x 16mm screws NOTE The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades. 1.

  • Page 15: Pre-Operation

    The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. For heavy-duty or extended use, U-handles should be used. See your Echo dealer or Trimmer/Brush Cutter Safety Manual for details regarding U-Handles. If you have additional questions, contact your Echo Service Dealer, or call Echo directly at 1-800-673-1558.
  • Page 16 Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING DANGER The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders.

  • Page 17: Fuel

    Echo premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed an approved fuel storage container. at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past Storage regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area.

  • Page 18: Operation

    PERATION 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. 1.

  • Page 19: 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. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button/lever (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Primer Pump primer bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.

  • Page 20: 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 a task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs.

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Cleaning brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed.

  • Page 22: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench (combination socket wrench and screw driver), Feeler gauge, brush. Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean.

  • Page 23: Exhaust System

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 3. Use the brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. IMPORTANT Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.

  • Page 24: 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 25: Lubrication

    1. Loosen two (2) screws (A) and remove center locating screw (B). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. 2. Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with a thin coating [15 ml (1/2 oz.)] of ECHO LUBE ®...

  • Page 26: Nylon Line Replacement

    NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1. Parts Required: ECHO 0.095 in. Nylon Trimmer Line 6 m (20 ft.) long. 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops.
  • Page 27 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 6. Feed ends of line through housing eyelets (G) and place spool (B) over drive (H). Align pegs (I) on drive with notches in spool, and push spool into drum. 7. Pull on both lines until they come free from notches (F) in spool. 8.

  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 grounding spark plug against cylinder, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

  • Page 30: 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 31 RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...

  • Page 32: 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.

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