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ENGLISH ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊS OPERATOR’S MANUAL GRASS TRIMMER / BRUSHCUTTER SRM-4300 WARNING Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Introduction ECHO Grass Trimmers / Brushcutters are lightweight, When renting or lending this machine to a person who high-performance, petrol engined units designed for will operate it, always include this Operator’s Manual, weed control, grass trimming and brush cutting in areas which provides explanation and instructions.
The complete unit illustration found in the “Description” and follow the instructions on it. section will help you locate them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. Part number P022-007070 SRM-4300...
Never allow anyone to use the unit without proper instruction. Do not permit operation without proper training and • If you have any questions or problems, please contact your ECHO dealer. protective equipment Eye protection The operator must wear eye protection not only against objects thrown by the unit, but also because eye infections can be caused by airborne dust, seeds and pollen.
Using shoulder harness WARNING • ECHO trimmers and brushcutters are designed to fi t a wide variety of body sizes, but may not be adjustable for extremely tall persons. Do not use the unit if your feet can reach the cutting attachment when the unit is attached to the harness.
Perform only maintenance or adjustments for which the Operator’s Manual gives instruction. Do not try to repair the unit without proper instruction. The unit should be serviced only by trained ECHO dealer servicemen with the proper tools. Remove objects grass...
If the unit must be used where there are unprotected people, operate at a low throttle speed to reduce the risk. Ensure that there are no children, bystanders, and pets in the work area. Keep all children, bystanders and fellow workers outside 15 m radius for brushcutters / grasstrimmers. SRM-4300...
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All maintenance and adjustments given in this Manual should be performed by you or your ECHO servicing dealer on a timely basis. All required service or repair must be done only by ECHO servicing dealer. Never attempt to use an incomplete or one fi tted with unauthorized modifi cation.
• Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles. • See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in your fi ngers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. SRM-4300...
To avoid injury due to kickback or blade fracture, do not use the metal blade to cut brush or trees. • Use only cutting attachments recommended by ECHO. • Pieces from a cracked metal blade can fl y off during operation.
Serious injury may result form the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO 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.
22. Tools - 17 x 19 mm T-wrench (combination screwdriver / spark plug socket), 8 x 10 mm spanner, 9. Suspension point - Device on which the harness 4 mm hexagonal wrench and four bolts (M5 x 20). can be hooked. 10. Spark plug SRM-4300...
2. Cramp shaft tube with bracket from above and drive two bolts (M6×28) through prevention into the threaded holes of the shield and tighten the bolts. plate 3. Install the clog prevention plate with three screws (M5×20). Bracket Three screws Shield (M5×20) Tightening boss SRM-4300...
Turn cutting blade with hand to check if cutting blade is in position. Check positions of attached shield Angle transmission DANGER Cutting blade must be inside shield. Blade Check if cutting blade is inside shield. If not, correct the position of shield. Shield Lower blade retainer SRM-4300...
Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol. • Recommended mixture ratio; 50 : 1 (2 %) for ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC, FD grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil or 25 : 1 (4 %) for JASO FB grade oil.
Stopping engine WARNING If engine does not stop, close choke to stall engine. Ignition switch Have your ECHO dealer inspect and repair ignition switch before using the unit. • Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle. Spark plug cap •...
• Fouled with fuel • Clean or replace • Spark plug defective • Replace plug Engine does • Internal engine problem • Ask your ECHO dealer not crank Engine runs Dies or accelerates poorly • Air fi lter dirty • Clean or replace •...
Maintenance and care • If you have any questions or problems, please contact your ECHO dealer. Cleaning air fi lter NOTE If fi lter is excessive dirty or no longer fi ts properly, replace it. Air fi lters • Close choke.
3. After the high speed adjustment has been completed, and should the engine hesitate during acceleration from idle to full throttle, turn (H) adjuster anticlockwise until smooth acceleration is obtained. Make sure that the fi nal engine speed does not exceed 11000 r/min. SRM-4300...
• Add grease into the transmission until old grease is pushed out. If necessary, use a low pressure pump. • Reinstall the drain screw and plug. Plug (Bolt) Lubricating shaft tube (SRM-4300R) • Remove screw from shaft tube housing. • Add machine oil. • Reinstall screw. Screw SRM-4300...
Mark Material >PA6-GF< Nylon 6 - Glass fi bre >PP-GF< Polypropylene - Glass fi bre >PE-HD< Polyethylene • Please contact your ECHO dealer in case you do not know how you should dispose of waste oil / plastic parts. SRM-4300...
Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ratio 50 : 1 (2 %) for ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/ CD 13738), JASO FC, FD grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil or 25 : 1 (4 %) for JASO FB grade oil. fuel consumption at maximum engine power 1.22...
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