Echo GT-225 Operator's Manual
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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.
Read and understand all provided literature before use. 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.
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© 02/22 ECHO Incorporated
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- Page 1 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. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Fuel Filter ........................... 19 Spark Plug ..........................20 Cooling System.......................... 20 Exhaust System ......................... 21 Carburetor Adjustment....................... 22 Lubrication ..........................23 Troubleshooting ..........................24 Storage ............................25 Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)................... 25 Specifications........................... 26 Specifications........................... 27 X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. -
Page 4: Safety
Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 5: International Symbols
(Choke Closed) Keep Choke Control Do not use Do not operate bystanders and 15 m(50ft) “RUN” blades without guards helpers Position and shields in away 15 m (Choke Open) String line only place. (50 ft.) X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
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 In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
- Page 8 • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated...
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Page 9: Equipment
SAFETY Equipment Use only ECHO attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO Incorporated 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: 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. -
Page 11: Contents
The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some 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 12: Assembly
2. Remove old nylon line through center recess of head. 3. Thread new lines through outside holes (A) in housing until ends meet in center of recess. Note: Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure easy removal of used lines. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 13: Support Handle
Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. Fuel containing more than 25% ethanol is NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Fuel containing more than 25% ethanol may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. - Page 14 ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD certified oil will void the two-stroke engine warranty. ECHO branded 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
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Page 15: Starting Cold Engine
Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle handle with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (or maximum five] pulls). X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 16: 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 (A) away from the STOP position. -
Page 17: Stopping Engine
Move stop switch (A) to STOP position. 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. Applications Do not install blades on GT (Curved Shaft) trimmers. -
Page 18: 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 19: 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. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 20: Spark Plug
“Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove engine cover (B). DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 21: Exhaust System
1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port (C). X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 22: Carburetor Adjustment
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 300 m (1,100 ft.) above sea level (ASL). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 300 m (1,100 ft.) meters ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer. -
Page 23: Lubrication
15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease. 4. Slide the flexible drive shaft back in the drive housing being careful not to get dirt on the flexible drive shaft. 5. Install the bearing housing and shield. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Clean or replace Fuel at No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace carburetor Carburetor See your ECHO dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your ECHO dealer OPEN choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter Muffler wet with fuel... -
Page 25: Storage
9. 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. 10. Install the spark plug. Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug. X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 26: Specifications
Rapid Loader head ® Front - D-loop with plastic grip Handles Rear - Plastic grip with throttle trigger and switch Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 3,800 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 7,500 RPM X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 27: Specifications
Rapid Loader head ® Front - D-loop type with plastic grip Handles Rear - Plastic grip with throttle trigger and switch Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 3,800 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 7,500 RPM X7732278403 © 02/22 ECHO Incorporated... - Page 28 U34329001001 - U34329999999 U57429001001 - U57429999999 U67129001001 - U67129999999 ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...