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Grass Trimmer 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. X7702275801 GT-2000R Type 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up...
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 operations tips and SAFETY messages.
Manual, write to ECHO, INCORPORATED, 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. •Keep shield and other components in place and in good condition. Do not use attachments or other parts not approved by ECHO. GT style (non-blade capable) units must not be converted to blade use except Maxi-Cuts or similar ECHO approved attachments.
NSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer.
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.
The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and positioning of the front handle are 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.
CONTENT LIST ____ 1 - Trimmer Assembly ____ - Power Head ____ - Drive Shaft Assembly ____ 1 - Plastic Bag (Co-Pack) ____ - Rapid Loader 2-line Head ____ - Operator's Manual ____ - Safety Manual ____ - Shield Assembly...
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19. 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...
SSEMBLY Tools Required: None PLASTIC SHIELD 1. Snap the shield over the bearing housing. 2. Install bolt (A), washer (B) and wing nut (C). NYLON LINE HEAD Tools Required: Head Locking Tool Parts Required: Rapid Loader Head. 1. Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve and adapter plate from PTO shaft.
NYLON LINE INSTALLATION Level 1. Tools Required: None Parts Required: Two (2) Pre-cut Nylon Line 8 in. X .080 in. 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2. Remove old nylon line through center recess of head. 3.
Defect Warranty Explanation.) IMPORTANT Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for applica- tion in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio speci- fied in those manuals. Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.
WARNING 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. NOTE Refer to the Grass Trimmer / Brush Cutter Safety Manual for proper and safe trimming techniques.
WARNING 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. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
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.
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu- lated dirt from the air cleaner area.
Remove the four screws that retain the cover. Two at the top of the Recoil Starter, two on either side of the front. Lift the cover from the engine and lay to the front of the trimmer. NOTE The throttle linkage remains assembled to the cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed.
IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. When installing the cover, be certain the tab of the metal deflector shield is in the slot of the cover.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 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 EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with HI and LO needle adjustment limiters that prevent settings outside acceptable limits.
LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools Required: 8mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: ECHO LUBE ® Grease. 1. Remove plastic shield. 2. Loosen bearing housing locating screw (A), at the top of the housing, remove mounting screw (B). 3. Pull the flexible drive shaft (C) from the housing, wipe clean and recoat with a thin coating [1/2 oz.
ROUBLESHOOTING r o t i l y s t r t ' n e r i l i f r e t l i f r e t y l r r o t i l o r o t Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion.
TORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) 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.
• 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.