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Echo SRM-261 Operator's Manual

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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
Operator's Manual
MODELS,
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an
Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for
proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
X7502094301
SRM - 261
SRM - 261S
Serial Number 002001001 & Up
WARNING
DANGER
X750001181
06/01

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  • Page 1 Serial Number 002001001 & Up WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.

  • 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 And Important Information

    If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. Metal Debris...

  • Page 4: International Symbols

    • Do not remove shields, modify the unit or install attachments or parts not approved by ECHO. Approved attachment information and replacement Operator's and Safety Manuals are available from your ECHO dealer or by writing: ECHO, INCORPORATED, 400 OAKWOOD RD., LAKE ZURICH, IL 60049.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. hands. 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 affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold.

  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved 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 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. • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation.

  • Page 8: Description

    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 9 21. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922202540 English version only is available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precautions and proper operating tech- niques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety Manual for complete information...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    SSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS l f f i t i . l f i l - ™ l t t l t t * Install and use U-Handle when operating any model with blade.

  • Page 11: Plastic Shield Installation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL PLASTIC SHIELD INSTALLATION (for Nylon Line Operation Only) Tools Required: Screwdriver. Parts Required: Plastic Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5mm x 15mm screws. NOTE For added comfort, harness kit P/N 99944200200 may be installed for use with line head and plastic shield.

  • Page 12: Operation With Blades

    OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified, handles, shield and harness can result in serious personal injury. Plastic and Nylon Blades Require "Blade Conversion Kit," P/N 99944200415 (Plastic Blade [A], Metal Shield [B], and shoulder harness [C]).

  • Page 13: Harness Clamp Installation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade (P/N 69600120331) is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 3/4" in. (19 mm) diameter or larger. Brush/Clearing Blade (P/N 69500120330) is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 3"...

  • Page 14: Metal Shield Installation

    Parts Required: Metal Shield, Bracket, 3 - 5mm x 15mm screws w/captivated flat and lockwasher (metal shield to gear housing), SRM-261/261S 2 - 5mm x 8mm screws, 4 - 5mm nuts, 4 - 5mm lockwashers (bracket to shield and bracket to gear housing).

  • Page 15: U-Handle Installation

    Install upper plate (D) on splined shaft. Blade installation requires use of Upper Plate (D) with 20mm pilot. Upper plate with 37mm pilot of the SRM-261/261S should be retained for use with nylon line head. Place Blade (E) over upper plate pilot, install the Lower Plate (F) and 10mm LH nut (G).
  • Page 16 14. Attach inner cable to swivel (C). Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. If adjustment cannot be achieved with adjusting nuts, consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment proce- dure. 15. Connect ignition leads (A) and (B).

  • Page 17: Pre-Operation

    • Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application location before starting. in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. After Use;...

  • Page 18: Operation

    DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.

  • Page 19: Starting Warm Engine

    Stop Switch - Stop. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. WARNING DANGER 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 trimmer again.

  • 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 the 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: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 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 & screw driver supplied with unit) Feeler gauge, preferably a wire gauge. Soft Metal Brush. Parts Required: REPOWER KIT 90065 Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 23: Exhaust System

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Remove spark plug lead. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (A). Remove screw and arm rest (B). Remove engine cover (C). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.

  • 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

    When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not turn at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: 8 mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: ECHO LUBE 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base ® Grease. Gear Housing Clean all loose debris from gear box.

  • Page 26: Nylon Line Replacement

    Level 1. Tools Required: Head locking tool (if head is to be removed) Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 12m (40 feet) long. Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool from drum. DO NOT push in on spool when turning.

  • Page 27: Sharpening Metal Blades

    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 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 28: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING l f f t l i f t n I i t c t l i f t l i f WARNING DANGER Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

  • Page 29: Storage

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

  • Page 32: Servicing Information

    • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address below.

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