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Echo GT-2150 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ECHO control and grass trimming in areas difficult to control grass trimmer. You must read this Manual to by any other means. Loop-handle version of GT-2150/ understand the safe and effective operation of your 2150S is designed for occasional user.

  • Page 3: Decals And Symbols

    Carburettor adjustment - Low speed mixture Carburettor adjustment - High speed mixture Warning! Thrown objects! Carburettor adjustment - Idle speed Usage without shield not This enclosed message permitted provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. NOTE GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 4: Rules For Safe Operation

    Be sure the operator wears the foot, leg, eye and hearing protection and has read this Manual. If you have any questions or troubles, please contact ECHO dealer. Do not permit operation without proper training and protective equipment EYE PROTECTION...
  • Page 5 Never refuel while the engine is still hot, or fuel a running engine. g) Do not store the unit with fuel in its tank, Do not start because a fuel leak could start a fire. engine near fuelling spot GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 6 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 trimmers...
  • Page 7 Do not operate operator’s manual should be performed by you or one-handed your ECHO servicing dealer on a timely basis. All required service or repairs must be done only by the ECHO servicing dealer. Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one fitted with unauthorized modification.
  • Page 8 If the nylon line cutter is held flat to the ground so that cutting occurs on the whole line circle, debris will be thrown at you, drag will slow the engine, and you will use up a lot of line. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 9 ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE WHEN A CUTTING ATTACHMENT JAM OCCURS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE AN OBJECT Avoid wire CAUSING A JAM IF THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. INJURY CAN OCCUR IF A JAM IS REMOVED AND THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT SUDDENLY STARTS. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 10 WARNING DANGER BEYOND THE 15 M DANGER ZONE THERE STILL MAY BE RISK OF EYE INJURY FROM THROWN OBJECTS. THE RISK DIMINISHES WITH DISTANCE. BUT EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FOR EVERYONE IN THE ZONE OF RISK. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 11 Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles. • See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in your fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 12: Description

    13 SPARK PLUG LOOP-HANDLE - Light weight, suitable for Nylon line trimmer only. IGNITION SWITCH - “Slide Switch” mounted on top of the Throttle Trigger Housing, move switch forward to RUN, backward to STOP position. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 13: Assembling

    (A). Locking tool • Remove locking tool. CUT-OFF KNIFE • Fit the cut-off knife securely in position as illustrated. NOTE Knife will normally cut the nylon line to the required length. CUT-OFF KNIFE GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 14: Installing Nylon Line Cutter

    (4) and beyond. When the line on the spool is “melted and stuck” remove the entire line while peeling off the “melted and stuck” portion and wind the “removed line” Cover anew according to procedures (4) and beyond. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 15 MAKE SURE EACH OUTER PERIPHERY OF PAWLS OF HOUSING SPREADS ALMOST FULLY UP TO THE OUTER PERIPHERY OF RESPECTIVE WINDOW OF COVER. IF THEY ARE LOOSELY FITTED AND THE CUTTING HEAD IS TURNED, COVER OR INSIDE COMPONENTS CAN FLY OFF WHICH IS DANGEROUS. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 16: Operation

    After fuelling, always wipe away spilled fuel. • Always move at least 3 m away from the fuelling spot before starting the engine. • Never store the unit with fuel in the tank a fuel leak could start a fire. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 17 Place ignition switch in STOP position. WARNING DANGER IF ENGINE DOES NOT STOP, CLOSE CHOKE TO STALL ENGINE. HAVE YOUR ECHO DEALER INSPECT AND REPAIR IGNITION SWITCH BEFORE USING THE UNIT. Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the engine cannot be started before you work on the unit or leave it unattended.
  • Page 18 The nylon line will effectively mow large areas of heavy grass and/or weeds. Use the standard 13 to 15 cm of line and operate at full throttle. When mowing cultivated areas such as lawns hold the cutter head parallel to the ground to avoid scalping. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 19 In flower beds, always remember that the nylon line will cut in a complete circle to avoid cutting flowers instead of weeds. SWEEPING Sweeping grass and other debris from a hard surface can be done very quickly. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 20: Maintenance And Care

    MAINTENANCE AND CARE If you have any questions or troubles, please contact ECHO dealer. Carburettor CLEANING AIR FILTER • Close choke and remove air cleaner cover. • Remove air filter (air filter is located inside air cleaner cover). • Brush dirt from filter or clean with compressed air.
  • Page 21 FINE TUNING (Requires Accurate Tachometer) 1. Start engine and allow to run at high idle until warm. 2. Adjust idle speed if necessary ( 2,500 to 3,000 r/min ). 3. Always begin fine tuning with low speed mixture adjuster (L). GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 22 Be careful not to scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the cylinder exhaust port. • Inspect gasket, replace if damaged. • Install heat shield and silencer. • Install silencer lid. • Install engine cover and spark plug lead. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 23 Nylon line or when slot appears on the tap knob of spool, replace with new parts without fail. (5) Check the cutting head for crack or chip. Replace parts that show any crack or chip with new ones without fail. GT-2150/2150S...
  • Page 24 Inspect/Replace • Cut-off Knife Inspect/Clean • Fuel System Inspect/Repair Screw, Bolts & Inspect, • Nuts Tighten/Replace IMPORTANT Time intervals are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. *Or 50 hours, whichever occurs first. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Fuel at No fuel • Fuel line clogged • Clean cranks carburettor at carburettor • Carburettor • Ask your ECHO dealer • Carburettor • Ask your ECHO dealer Fuel at No fuel at cylinder cylinder • Fuel mixture is too rich •...

  • Page 26: Storage

    8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). 5. Tighten all the screws and nuts. 6. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetter. NOTE For future reference, you should keep this operator’s manual. GT-2150/2150S...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GT-2150(S) Masses unit without cutting attachment, empty tank 4.4 (4.8) unit with specified cutting attachment, empty tank 4.6 (5.0) unit with specified cutting attachment, full tank 4.9 (5.3) Volume fuel tank Cutting attachment nylon line head F-4/8R line diameter...

  • Page 28: Declaration Of Conformity

    OHME ; TOKYO 198-8711 JAPAN declares that the hereunder specified new unit: GRASS-TRIMMER Brand : ECHO Type : GT-2150 GT-2150S complies with: * the requirements of Directive 98/37/EC (1998) (use of harmonized standard ISO 11806 (EN 31806)). * the requirements of Directive 89/336/EEC (use of harmonized standards EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1, EN 55014 &...
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  • Page 32 7-2 SUEHIROCHO 1-CHOME, OHME, TOKYO 198-8711, JAPAN PHONE: 81-428-32-6118. FAX: 81-428-32-6145. X770 000 42 1 X770227-430 1...

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