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Echo 02999999 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 and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation.
X7502094200
SRM - 231
SRM - 231U
Serial Number 02001001 - 02999999
WARNING
DANGER
X750001150
03/01

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  • Page 1 SRM - 231U Serial Number 02001001 - 02999999 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. X750001150 X7502094200...

  • 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 60047.

  • Page 5: Equipment

    ACCESSORIES and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety 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. Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed;...

  • Page 6: Fuel

    IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information. After Refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.
  • Page 7 Trimmer/Brush Cutter handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection -- ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing -- Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.

  • Page 8: Safe Operation

    SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual 15 m and instructions for safe operation. (50 ft.) • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. •...

  • Page 9: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Emission Control

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL EMISSION CONTROL California Tier 2 AIR INDEX TAG The Air Index Tag indicates, for purposes of The emission control system for these engines are EM (Engine consumer awareness, how this product's Modification). emissions compare to the standards enacted by the California Air Resources Board.
  • Page 12 SRM-231 SRM-231U...
  • Page 13 26. 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 14: Specifications

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

  • Page 15: Assembly

    / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture (D). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. Bundle and secure ignition leads against engine housing with clip (F).

  • Page 16: Plastic Shield Installation

    NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION (Use with Plastic Shield) Tools Required: Head Locking Tool, Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Be sure upper adaptor plate remains on PTO shaft. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (B). Thread line head onto shaft by turning it counter clockwise until head is tight against upper plate.

  • Page 17: Harness Clamp Installation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL HARNESS CLAMP INSTALLATION NOTE SRM-231 requires installation of Harness Clamp included in the Blade Conversion Kit or U-Handle / Blade Conversion Kit. If your unit does not have a clamp, follow these directions. Tools Required: Screwdriver, 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench. Remove shield and gear housing as an assembly.

  • Page 18: Install Metal Shield

    INSTALL METAL SHIELD Tools Required: 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver. Parts Required: Metal Shield, Bracket, 3 - 5mm x 15mm screws w/captivated flat and lockwasher (metal shield to gear housing), 2 - 5mm x 8mm screws, 4 - 5mm nuts, 4 - 5mm lockwashers (bracket to shield and bracket to gear housing).

  • Page 19: U-Handle Installation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL HANDLE INSTALLATION Tools Required: 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, 3mm and 4mm Hex Wrench, Pliers Parts Required: U-Handle/Blade Conversion Kit P/N 99944200521. NOTE For Model SRM-231U use steps 10, 12-14, 16, 17. Disconnect ignition stop leads (A) and (B).
  • Page 20 The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture (E). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. 14. Connect ignition leads (A) and (B). 15. (SRM-231) Remove left side clutch case bolt (M). Install metal bracket clamp (N) with curved end up.

  • Page 21: Pre-Operation

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 18. Balance unit. a. Loosen harness hook (P). b. Put on harness and attach unit to harness. c. Slide harness hook (P) up or down until unit balances with cutting attachment approximately 2 - 3" from ground. d.
  • Page 22 Metel blades require U-Handle/Blade Conversion Kit P/N 99944200521 (Metal Shield [A], Shoulder Harness [B], and U-Handle Assembly [C]. 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.

  • Page 23: Fuel

    California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.)V IMPORTANT Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.
  • Page 24 IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information. After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.

  • Page 25: Equipment Check

    See Assembly Section for proper adjustment. • Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Dealer. • Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in this Operator's Manua...

  • Page 26: 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 27: Starting Warm Engine

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL Start - Pull Rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat, clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires. Open Choke - Run. Move the choke lever to the OPEN - RUN position. Restart engine if necessary and allow to warm up running at idle for several minutes.

  • Page 28: Stopping Engine

    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 29: Maintenance Intervals

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS i l y t r o s n I - t I f l e l i F r e t s n I s n I l i F r e t s n I s n I i l o...

  • Page 30: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area.

  • Page 31: Spark Plug

    RASS RIMMER RUSH UTTER PERATOR ANUAL 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: 90064 REPOWER Tune-Up Kit Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 32: Exhaust System

    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. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Lubrication

    Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with California Emission Regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles.

  • Page 35: 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 36 Feed ends of line through housing eyelets (F) and place spool (B) over drive (G). Align pegs (H) on drive with notches in spool and push spool into drum. Pull on both lines until they come free from notches (E) in spool. Hold drum (A) firmly and turn spool (B) CCW (counterclockwise) until it stops.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING l f f t l i f t n I 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 39: 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 40: Servicing Information

    • 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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