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Echo BRD-280 Operator's Manual

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The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot.
Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may
occur.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator's
manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
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© 1/2014 ECHO Inc.
BRD-280
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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Safety Manual........................3 Servicing Information ......................... 3 Parts/Serial Number........................3 Service ............................3 Echo Consumer Product Support ....................3 Warranty Registration ........................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals .................... 4 Safety..............................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..............4 International Symbols ........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

  • Page 4: Additional Or Replacement Manuals

    ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video. SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    Fuel and oil Keep bystanders and helpers Hot Surface mixture away 15 m (50 ft.). AVOID KICKOUT. Thrown Direction of Keep bystanders at least 15 meters objects blade (50 feet) away. Beware Thrown Objects Wear Eye Protection X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 6: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Breathing Protection Wear a facemask to protect against dust. 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 7 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.

  • Page 8: Equipment

    Equipment 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.

  • Page 9: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 10: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 11 18. CHOKE - The choke control is located at the rear of the air cleaner housing. Move choke lever to Cold Start ( ) to close choke for cold start. Move choke lever to “Run” ( ) position to open choke. 19. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 12: Contents

    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 13: Assembly

    4. Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle / low idle extremes are adjusted properly. If adjustment cannot be achieved with adjusting nuts (B), consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. Tighten nuts (B). 5. Connect 2 ignition stop leads (C,D) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (C,D) on engine.

  • Page 14: Support Handle

    3. Install and center edger blade (C) on inner adapter . 4. Install outer adapter (D) and nut (E). 5. Tighten nut (E) firmly, counterclockwise. 6. Remove locking tool (B). 7. Install new split pin (F) to secure nut (E). X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.
  • Page 16 Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 17: Starting Cold Engine

    5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. 6. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip throttle handle and support handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 18: Starting Warm Engine

    Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 19: Operation Techniques

    ONLY for redefining existing bed edges. For edging scan this QR code. next to curbs, sidewalks, or other hard surfaces, remove redefining blade and install ECHO Approved Premium Power Edger blade. Use of redefining blade next to hard surfaces, can lead to premature blade wear.

  • Page 20: Edging Operation

    Never adjust blade height or clear debris from shield with engine running, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard surface and the top of the grass. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 21 Use the blade location slot in the top of the debris shield as a guide to align the blade with the cut during edging. 8. Do not force the blade. Move only as quickly as the blade will allow. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an 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.

  • Page 23: Air Filter

    1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Use a hook to pull the fuel line and filter from the tank. 3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 24: Cooling System

    Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: Exhaust System

    5. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposits, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 6. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 26: Carburetor Adjustment

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.

  • Page 27: Drive Shaft Lubrication

    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 28 10. Install outer fixing plate (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) firmly, ounterclockwise (CCW), Note: Never reuse old split pin. 11. Install new split pin (A) to secure nut. X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter...

  • Page 30: Storage

    Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there. 8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Standard 2.3 mm (0.090 in.), Premium 4.6 mm (0.181 in.) Handle Front Cushioned D- loop, Rear - Grip Vibration Reduction Rubber cushion Idle Speed 2,900 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 3,800 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) 10,700 RPM X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 32: Warranty Statements

    PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO ECHO PRODUCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED ECHO DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS. 1-800-432-ECHO.
  • Page 33 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS (&+2 3RZHU %OHQGŒ 7ZR6WURNH 2LO THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY: PD[LPXP ® DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES MERCHANTABILITY 99922201032 11/18/2011 X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 34: Notes

    NOTES BRD-280 NOTES X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 BRD-280 NOTES X7502311208 © 1/2014 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 36 ECHO, INCORPORATED S70711002518/S70711999999 400 Oakwood Road S70812014075/S70812999999 Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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