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Echo SMR-2410 TYPE 1E - 02-99 Operator's Manual

Summary of SMR-2410 TYPE 1E - 02-99

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    Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual models, type 1e srm-2400 serial number 562682 & up srm-2410 serial number 503485 & up 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 pro...

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    2 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 both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and s...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 3 throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This sym...

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    4 shaft decal warning danger • this unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the operator's and safety manuals. • blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield i...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 5 fuel warning danger fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel t...

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    6 personal condition & safety equipment 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 ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 7 safe operation determine operation area - provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. - review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. - sp...

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    8 extended operation / extreme conditions vibration and cold -- it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensatio...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 9 contents list items 1 - power head 1 - drive shaft assembly 1 - plastic bag (co-pack) - 1, operator's manual - 1, safety manual - 1, warranty registration card - 1, limited warranty statement - 1, plastic shield - 1, tool bag --1, 8mm x 10mm wr...

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    10 emission control -- the emission control system for this engine is em (engine modification). Important engine information engine family: teh0240824rc displacement: 23.6cc this engine meets u.S. Epa ph1 and 1995- 1999 california emission regulations for ulge engines. Refer to owner's manual for ma...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 11 1. Operator's manual - included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation and keep in a safe place for future reference, i.E., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications. 2. Safety manual - included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read...

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    12 * install and use u-handle when operating any model with blade. Important this spark ignition system complies with canadian ices-002. Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without no...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 13 plastic shield installation (for nylon line operation) tools required: screwdriver. Parts required: plastic shield, shield plate, three (3) 5mm x 15mm screws. Note the plastic shield is for use with the nylon line head only. Install metal shie...

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    14 blade installation all models. Important if non-standard monofilament head, metal/plastic blade or cultivator etc. Is used, the carburetor must be re-set or serious engine damage may occur. See "carburetor adjustment" pages 30 and "specifica- tions" page 12 of this manual. Warning danger you must...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 15 harness clamp installation note some models require installation of harness clamp. If your unit does not have a clamp, follow these directions. Tools required: screwdriver, 8 x 10mm open end wrench. Parts required: harness clamp, 4 x 18mm hexa...

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    16 front handle installation tools required: screwdriver. Parts required: none 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure with screws. U - handle installation tools required: 8mm x 10mm open end wrench, slotted screwdriver, 3mm and 4mm hex wrench, scrench, pliers. Parts required: ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 17 8. Position lower u-handle bracket (k) 400mm (15-3/4 in.) fromengine end of drive shaft. Secure with three (3) 5mm x 30mm bolts. 9. Position harness hook 220mm (8-5/8 in.) from engine end of drive shaft assembly. Do not tighten at this time. 1...

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    18 srm-2410 14b. Connect ignition stop lead (a). Install ground lead with bolt (b). 15. Remove left side clutch case bolt (p). Install metal bracket clamp (q) with curved end down. Install throttle linkage into bracket clamp and pinch tight with pliers. 16. Loosely fold ignition leads and retain the...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 19 choosing the correct blade warning danger the type of blade used must be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades must be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick o...

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    20 8 tooth weed/grass blade (p/n 69600120331) is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. Do not use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 3/4" in. (19 mm) diameter or larger. Brush/clearing blade(p/n 69500120330) is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 3" in. (76 mm) di...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 21 fuel fuel requirements gasoline - use 89 octane [ ] gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not ap...

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    22 important 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. Important stored two-stroke fuel may separate. Always shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. Equipment check before operation a complete check o...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 23 o peration • provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. • before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15m (50 ft.) safety zone with the required ...

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    24 5. Open choke - run. Move the choke lever back to the open - run position. Restart engine if necessary and allow to warm up running at idle for several minutes. Note if engine does not start with choke in “run” position after 4 pulls, repeat instructions. 6. After engine warm up, gradually depres...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 25 stopping engine 1. Release throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Stop switch - stop. Move stop switch button (a) backward to stop position. A m aintenance your echo trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. R...

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    2 6 maintenance intervals / t n e n o p m o c m e t s y s e c n a n e t n i a m e r u d e c o r p d ' q e r l l i k s l e v e l r o y l i a d e r o f e b e s u y r e v e l e u f e r 3 s h t n o m 0 9 r o s r u o h 6 s h t n o m 0 7 2 r o s r u o h y l r a e y 0 0 6 s r u o h s e r u d e c o r p e c ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 27 air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 1" or 2" medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 repower air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the...

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    28 cooling system cleaning level 3. Tools required: cross head screwdriver, 3 mm hex wrench, pointed wood stick, cleaning brush, 1"-2" medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: none if you are careful. Important to maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 29 note the throttle linkage remains assembled to the cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. 3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. 4. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil star...

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    30 warning danger when carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not turn at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. A carburetor adjustment type 1e emission models level 2. Tools required: screwdriver, tachometer (echo p/n 99051130017). Parts required: none. Note...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 31 nylon line replacement level 1. Tools required: head locking tool (if head is to be removed) parts required: echo 0.095" nylon trimmer line 40 feet (12m) long. 1. Hold drum (a) and turn spool (b) cw (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool from ...

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    32 sharpening metal blades three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the echo brushcutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require profes- sional service. Before sharpening, closely inspect blade for cracks (look at the b...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 33 t roubleshooting remedy muffler wet with fuel engine does not crank no fuel at cylinder spark at end of plug wire no spark at end of plug wire spark at plug no spark at plug engine cranks fuel at carburetor no fuel at carburetor open choke cle...

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    34 s torage long term storage (over 30 days) do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. Warning danger do not store in...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 35 notes.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047 s ervicing i nformation parts -- genuine echo parts and echo re power 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, type number ...