Echo SRM - 2400SB Operator's Manual

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Summary of SRM - 2400SB

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    Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual models, type 1e srm - 2100sb serial number 0533424 & up srm - 2400sb serial number 0563001 & up warning danger read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides an operator's manual with this unit and a separate operator's manual and...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 3 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. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is pr...

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    4 with shield in place. Operators, helpers and bystanders must wear ansi z87.1 approved eye protection. • always wear hearing protection when operating unit. • prevent accidental contact with unit and any cutting attachment. Maintain a 15m (50 ft.) radius, danger zone surrounding the operator. Only ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 5 s afety i nstructions personal condition and safety equipment warning danger trimmer/brush cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing ...

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    6 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 a high risk for developing a repetitive st...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 7 safe operation 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. Provide all operators of this equipment with the operator'...

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    8 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ models srm-2400sb srm-2100sb √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ contents list i t e m s 1 - power head w/upper drive shaft assembly 1 - lower drive shaft assembly 1 - plastic bag (co-pack) - 1, operator's manual - 1, safety manual - 1, warranty registration...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 9 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 1 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 2 6 12 14 22.

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    10 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Grip - rear (right hand) handle. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. Stop switch - "slide switch" mounted ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 11 s pecifications * install and use u-handle when operating any model with steel blade. **the rpm range shown applies for all attachments. Refer to your attachment operator's manual "specifications" section for proper rpm specifications. L e d o...

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    12 echo approved optional attachments warning danger • use only echo approved attachments for pro attachment series tm models. Serious injury may result from the use of non-approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. • e...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 13 a ssembly power head shaft / lower shaft assembly tools required: none parts required: split boom attachment assembly 1. Set power head/shaft assembly on a level surface. 2. Pull locator pin (a) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn to lock...

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    14 nylon line head installation tools required: head locking tool parts required: nylon line head. 1. Align locking hole in upper plate (b) with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (a). 2. Remove plastic sleeve from p.T.O. Shaft (c). 3. Be sure upper plate (b) remains on p.T.O...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 15 p re - 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 and harness can result in serious personal injury...

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    16 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 bladep/n 69500120331 is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 3" in. (76 mm) diamet...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 17 important spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your echo dealer for ordering information. After refueling • wipe any sp...

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    18 o peration starting cold engine warning danger the cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "carburetor adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your echo dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note refer to the att...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 19 starting warm engine all models the starting procedures 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 cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If cut...

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    20 3. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (d) until the engine fires. Note if engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedure. Stopping engine 1. Throttle release throttle, and allow engine to return to idle before shutting engine off. 2....

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 2 1 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 ...

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    22 air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 25 - 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: srm-2100sb 90008 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. Srm-2400sb 90030 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 23 spark plug level 2. Tools required: scrench (combination socket wrench and screw driver), feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge) , brush. Parts required: spark plug, srm-2100sb ngk bpm-7a srm-2400sb ngk bpm-7y 1. Remove spark plug and check fo...

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    24 3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 5. Assemble components in reverse order. Note when installing the engi...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 25 carburetor adjustment srm-2100sb emission models level 2. Tools required: screwdriver, tachometer (echo p/n 99051130017) parts required: none. Note every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regula...

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    26 carburetor adjustment srm-2400sb emission models level 2. Tools required: screwdriver, tachometer (echo p/n 99051130017). Parts required: none. Note every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 27 drive shaft (lower) important lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high tempera- ture automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result. 1. Loosen two (2) screws (a)...

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    28 nylon line replacement level 1. Tools required: head locking tool (if head is to be removed) parts required: echo 0.095" nylon trimmer line 6m (20 ft.) long. 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2. Hold drum (a) and turn spool (b) cw (clockwise) until it stops. Pull s...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 29 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 sharpe...

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    30 t roubleshooting warning danger fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug against cylinder, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 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 ...

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

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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...

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    Suplemento del manual del operador nÚmero de pieza x7532277103 (89861056733) para los modelo: srm-2100sb s/n 520301 y superior utilice por favor este suplemento manual del operador al ensamblar y manteniendo su srm-2100sb 1 d escription page 7 emission control 99922203534 01/02 sup22203534 supplemen...