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Echo BRD-280 Operator's Manual

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    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. Operator’s manual x750231...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Table of contents brd-280 table of contents table of contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 introduction .................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Brd-280 introduction © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 3 introduction 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpful...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Safety brd-280 additional or replacement manuals replacement operator, safety manuals, and parts catalogs are available from your echo dealer or at www.Echo-usa.Com or by contacting echo inc., 400 oakwood road, lake zurich, il 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ...

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    Brd-280 safety © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 5 international symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description warning, see operator’s manual carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture do not allow flames or sparks near fuel ignition on / off wear eye, ear and hea...

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    6 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Safety brd-280 personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical co...

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    Brd-280 safety © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 7 • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late aftern...

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    8 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Safety brd-280 repetitive stress injuries (rsi) it is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may...

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    Brd-280 safety © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 9 avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment use only echo attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. Echo, inc. Wi...

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    10 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) brd-280 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later and/or c.A.R.B. Tier iii the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on...

  • Page 11: Description

    Brd-280 description © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 11 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 instr...

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    12 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Description brd-280 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle handle - for right hand - contains the stop switch, throttle lockout, and throttle trigger. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must b...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Brd-280 contents © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 13 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...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    14 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Assembly brd-280 assembly support handle 1. If necessary, position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screws. Note: label shows minimum spacing for support handle location. Edger blade installation 1. Remove bed redefining blade as shown ...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Brd-280 operation © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 15 operation moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before remo...

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    16 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Operation brd-280 • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • never refuel a unit when the engine is hot or running! • do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fil...

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    Brd-280 operation © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 17 starting cold engine the attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could...

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    18 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Operation brd-280 starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. N...

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    Brd-280 operation © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 19 operation techniques engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed away f...

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    20 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Operation brd-280 7. Loosen adjustment knob (a) and adjust the blade’s depth of cut. Tighten adjustment knob (a) when desired blade height is achieved. 8. If shield clogs with mud or debris, do not hit unit against hard surfaces to clean, or damage to unit may occu...

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    Brd-280 operation © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 21 4. Loosen blade adjustment knob and adjust the blade’s depth of cut to produce a fine cut between sidewalk and grass using a minimum blade depth, usually with about 13 mm (1/2 in.) of the blade into the ground. Tighten adjustment knob. 5. Before e...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    22 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Maintenance brd-280 maintenance moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before ...

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    Brd-280 maintenance © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 23 air filter level 1. 1. Close choke (cold start [ ]) position. This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover and air filter retainer...

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    24 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Maintenance brd-280 fuel filter level 1. Fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. 1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. 2. Use a hook to pull the fu...

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    Brd-280 maintenance © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 25 cooling system level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •...

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    26 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Maintenance brd-280 exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover (a). 3. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 4. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (b), gaskets (c),...

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    Brd-280 maintenance © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 27 carburetor adjustment level 2. Engine break-in new engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust ...

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    28 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Maintenance brd-280 1. Loosen two (2) screws (a) and remove center locating screw (b). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. 2. Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with a thin coating [15 ml (1/2 oz.)] of grease. 3....

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    Brd-280 maintenance © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 29 6. Remove plug (g) and check level of grease. Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole. 7. Add grease if necessary using squeeze-type tube. Do not use high pressure grease gun. Do not over-fill. 8. Install inner blade adapter (...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    30 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Troubleshooting brd-280 troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshoot...

  • Page 31: Storage

    Brd-280 storage © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 31 storage 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. Lo...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    32 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Specifications brd-280 specifications model brd-280 length 1791 mm (70.51 in.) width 280 mm (11.02 in.) height 300 mm (11.81 in.) weight (dry) with dry head 8.16 kg (18.0 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in...

  • Page 33: Warranty Statements

    Brd-280 warranty statements © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 33 warranty statements echo limited warranty statement for product sold in usa and canada beginning 01/01/2010 echo's responsibility echo incorporated’s limited warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this echo product is free fro...

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    34 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements brd-280 echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo li...

  • Page 35: Product Registration

    Brd-280 product registration © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 35 product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy! Note: your information will never be sold or mis...

  • Page 36: Notes

    36 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Notes brd-280 notes.

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    Brd-280 notes © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 37.

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    38 x7502314001 © 04/2015 echo inc. Notes brd-280

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    Brd-280 notes © 04/2015 echo inc. X7502314001 39.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 40 t69914001001/t69914999999.