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Echo GT-230 Operator's Manual

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    Grass trimmer operator's manual models gt-230 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. X7502098202 x750003412 11/05.

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    2 copyright© 2005 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. I 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...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 3 s afety manual safety symbols and important information this symbol accompanied by the words warning and danger calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. Important the enclosed message provides ...

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    4 physical condition your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye protection wear eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce requi...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 5 repetitive stress injuries -- 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 put you at ...

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    6 e mission c ontrol epa phase 2 the emission control system for this engine is em (engine modification). Emission control label located on engine (example only, information on label varies by family). Important engine information engine family: 5ehxs.0234ea displacement: 22.8 cc emission compliance...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 7 10 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 6 7 14 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ec...

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    8 1. Power head - factory assembled to the drive shaft assembly. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Grip - rear (right hand) handle. 3. Stop switch - "slide switch" mounted on top of the throttle trigger housing.. Move switch forward to run, back to stop...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 9 c ontents 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 y...

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    10 e f min spacing front ( loop ) handle note label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. Note front handle is pre-installed. Repositioning and tightening is all that is required. 1. Position front handle (e) in comfortable operating position and tighten wing nut (f). The cutting attachme...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 11 o i t a r 1 : 0 5 - x i m li o o t l e u f . S . U c i r t e m s a g l i o s a g l i o s n o ll a g . Z o .L f r e ti l . C c 1 2 5 6 . 2 2 . 5 3 1 4 8 0 2 0 8 0 6 1 0 0 4 important spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may req...

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    12 starting cold engine warning danger the attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. 1. Stop switch move ...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 13 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. Warning danger the attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result...

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    14 m aintenance your echo trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your trimmer achieve that goal. 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 maintenanc...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 15 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush parts required: 90008 repower tm air and fuel filter kit 1. Close choke (cold start position ( ). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed...

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    16 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) spark plug level 2. Tools required: spark plug socket wrench and screw driver, feeler gauge parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074 important use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) other- wise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check ...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 17 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (a). 3. Remove screw and top guard (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remove dirt fro...

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    18 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover. 3. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 4. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (a), gaskets (b), and screen (c) from muffler body. 5. Clean carbon deposits from muff...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 19 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is avail- able, idle speed screw (a) should be set to the specifications found on page 23 "specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw (a) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockwise to d...

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    20 a b c d d e e b f 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2. Press tab (a) in housing and twist cover ccw (counter clockwise) to align arrows (b) and remove cover and button. Lift spool from housing. 3. Use one piece of new nylon line 6m (20 ft.) long and thread through ...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 21 t roubleshooting t r a h c g n i t o o h s e l b u o r t m e l b o r p e n i g n e m e l b o r p k c e h c s u t a t s e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e - s k n a r c / d r a h s t r a t s t' n s e o d t r a t s t a l e u f r o t e r u b r a c r o t e r u b r...

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    22 s torage long term storage (over 30 days) 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. D...

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    G rass t rimmer o perator ' s m anual 23 s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- gt-230 length ------------------------------------------------------- 1,520 mm (59.8 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 310 mm (12.2 in.) height -----...

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    S ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number and serial number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engin...