Echo SRM-210 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Grass Trimmer/Brush cutter

Summary of SRM-210

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    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. Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual model srm-211 x7712272502 x771000242 10/05.

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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 /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 3 personal condition and safety equipment international symbols important the enclosed message provides information necessary for the protec- tion of the unit. Note this enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. Th...

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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 /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 5 warning danger do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the manuals • provide all users of this equipment with the operator’...

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    6 equipment warning danger 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 ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 7 12 18 11 13 14 15 16 17 19 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 3 p/n 89016006361 hot decal (near muffler) p/n 89022809560 p/n 89016054130 d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow t...

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    8 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Grip - rear (right hand) handle. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 9 c ontents the echo product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, installation of the plastic debris shield, nylon line head, and positioning of the front handle are necessary. After open...

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    10 plastic shield installation (for nylon line operation) note the plastic shield is for use with the nylon line head only. Install metal shield when using plastic or metal blades. 1. Remove plastic sleeve and upper plate (a) from pto shaft. 2. Install the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 11 nylon line head installation 1. Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (c). 2. Be sure upper plate (a) remains on pto shaft. 3. Place line head onto pto shaft. Followed by large metal washer. ...

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    12 o peration operation with blades preparing the trimmer/brush cutter for blade use warning danger blade use demands specific brush cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, harness, and handle can result in serious personal injury. A b c a c d choosing the correct blade warning dan...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 13 plastic/nylon blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. Do not use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 8 tooth weed/grass blade p/n 69600120331 is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. Do not use this blade for b...

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    14 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 require the use of automatic fuel shut-of...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 15 b 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 tha...

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    16 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. Note if attachment moves, readjust c...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 17 a 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...

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    18 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 n...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 19 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) cleaning brush parts required: 90008 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air fil...

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    20 spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074 important use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 21 a b c d 1. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2. Release stored energy in power spring by removing spark plug. 3. Remove three (3) screws (a) from starter assembly and remove starter. Note do not disassemble the starter assembly. 4. R...

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    22 8. Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 9. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. 10. Reassemble parts in reverse order of removal. When installing the cover, be certain: • ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 23 exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: cross-head screwdriver, soft metal brush. Parts required: screen, gasket 1. Remove engine cover. See “cleaning cooling system” for instruc- tions. 2. Remove spark arrestor screen co...

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    24 a carburetor adjustment engine break-in new engines must be operated for a minimum of two tanks of fuel before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period, your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required. High a...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 25 lubrication level 1. Tools required: 8 & 13 mm open end wrench, cross head screwdriver, clean rag, grease gun p/n 91016 parts required: echo ® lube tm 8 oz. (p/n 91014) or lithium base grease. Gear housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear b...

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    26 sharpening metal blades three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the echo brush cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpening, closely inspect blade for cracks (look at the bo...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 27 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 s k n a r c e n i g n e - / d r a h s t r a t s t' n s e o d t r a t s r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f...

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    28 s torage 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. Long term storage (over 30 days) d...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 29 s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- srm-211 length ------------------------------------------------------- 1780 mm (70.1 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 i...

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    30 notes.

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 31 notes.

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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...