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Echo SRM - 230S Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter

Summary of SRM - 230S

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    Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual model srm - 230 srm - 230s x7532098205 x753002745 12/11 warning 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 opera- tor’s manual and a safety manua...

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    2 copyright© 2011 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. T able of c ontents introduction ..........................................................................2 - the operator's manual .................................................2 - the safety manual ......................................

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 3 o perator ' s m anual international symbols s afety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. The following i...

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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 re- q...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 5 o perator ' s m anual 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’s manual...

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    6 equipment warning use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. 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 compl...

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

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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 9 o perator ' s m anual 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 nylon line head installation parts required: nylon line head. Caution wear gloves or personal injury may result: • cutoff knife is sharp. • gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Be sure adapter plate (c) remains on pto shaft (a). 2. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of g...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 11 o perator ' s m anual min spacing front handle adjustment note label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. O peration warning moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries...

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    12 operation with blades preparing the trimmer/brush cutter for blade use warning blade use demands specific brush cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits. Warning ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 13 o perator ' s m anual choosing the correct blade warning 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-out and ...

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    14 fuel notice: use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the storage section of this manual. Warning alternative fuels, such as e-15 (1...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 15 o perator ' s m anual mixing instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close ...

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    16 starting cold engine warning 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 cause loss of control. 1. Stop switch mov...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 17 o perator ' s m anual starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. Warning the attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result...

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    18 component/ system maintenance procedure req'd skill level daily or before use every refuel 3 months or 90 hours yearly 600 hours air filter inspect/clean 1 i / c * r * choke shutter inspect/clean 1 i / c fuel filter inspect/replace 1 i * i / r * fuel cap gasket inspect/replace 1 i * r * fuel syst...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 19 o perator ' s m anual air filter level 1. Parts required: repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 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...

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    20 spark plug level 2. Parts required: repower tm tune-up kit 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 for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. Do not s...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 21 o perator ' s m anual 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover (a). 3. Remove 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 from the cylinder fins. 6. Rem...

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    22 5. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note when cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the cata- lylic element inside muffler. 6. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged or has holes burned through. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. B c d a exhaust port cleaning lev...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 23 o perator ' s m anual carburetor adjustment 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 emissio...

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    24 lubrication level 1. Parts required: power blendx tm 8 oz. (p/n 91014) or lithium base grease. Gear housing 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (a) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if necessary, do not over fill. Drive shaft (srm-230 only) 1. Loosen two (2) screws (b) ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 25 o perator ' s m anual 1. Cut one piece of line to recommended length. .080 (2.0 mm ) dia . – 10’ (3 m ) .095 (2.4 mm ) dia . – 10’ (3 m ) nylon line replacement 2. Align arrows on top of knob with openings in eyelets. 3. Insert one end of trimmer line into an eyele...

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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 mainte- nance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpening, closely inspect blade for cracks (look at the ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 27 o perator ' s m anual danger fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T roubleshooting t r a h c g n i t o...

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    28 danger do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. S torage warning 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, otherwis...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 29 o perator ' s m anual s pecifications models -------------------------------------------------- srm-230, srm-230s length ------------------------------------------------------- 1795 mm (70.7 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm...

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    30 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 he original purchaser that this echo product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 31 o perator ' s m anual purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty attention two-stroke eng...

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    32 echo incorporated emission control warranty statement for echo and shindaiwa brands the environmental protection agency (epa) and the california air resources board (c.A.R.B.) and echo incorporated (echo inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equi...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter 33 o perator ' s m anual notes.

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    34 notes.

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

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    Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246 or www.Echo-usa.Com s65611001001/s65611999999 s73112001001/s73112999999 (s) s65711001001/s65711999999 (s) s7...