Lubrication; Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions - Echo GT-230 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE
Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations.
Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer.
1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is
available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the
specifications found on "Specifications" page of this manual.
Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter
clockwise to decrease idle speed.
When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting
attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious
personal injury may result.

Lubrication

Level 1.
Parts POWER BLENDX
Required:
Grease.
1. Remove plastic shield.
2. Loosen bearing housing locating screw (A), at the top of the
housing, loosen mounting screw (B) and remove gear case
from drive housing.
3. Pull the flexible drive shaft (C) from the drive housing, wipe
clean and recoat with a thin coating [1/2 oz. (15 ml)] of
grease.
4. Slide the flexible drive shaft back in the drive housing being
careful not to get dirt on the flexible drive shaft.
5. Install the bearing housing and shield.

Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions

Note: For normal use, Speed Feed
necessary. However, if circumstances require
disassembly, follow these instructions.
1. Press top of locking tabs (A) on both sides of Speed Feed
head to release cover (B) from eyelet carrier(C).
2. Remove cover from eyelet carrier.
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