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Echo SRM - 260S Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Echo Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual

Summary of SRM - 260S

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    Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual models srm - 260 srm - 260s serial number 03001001 - 03999999 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. ...

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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 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 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 and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper cloth...

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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 str...

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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 operato...

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    8 d escription the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged or missing...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 9 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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    10 a ssembly specifications * install and use u-handle when operating any model with blade. L e d o m 0 6 2 - m r s s 0 6 2 - m r s d a e h r e t t u c o / w h t g n e l ) . N i 7 . 0 7 ( m m 5 9 7 1 h t d i w ) . N i 4 8 . 9 ( m m 0 5 2 t h g i e h ) . N i 4 8 . 9 ( m m 0 5 2 d a e h r e t t u c / ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 11 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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    12 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 out and injury to yourself and bystanders. Operation wi...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 13 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, 19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter or larger. Brush/clearing blade(p/n 69500120330) is designed for ...

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    14 c 2. Remove front handle. A. Remove four (4) screws and nuts and handle support from handle. B. Remove handle. 3. Install clamp and front handle. 4. Install gear housing with metal shield and blade. (see metal shield and blade installation instructions below.) 5. Balance unit. A. Put on harness a...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 15 3. Install upper plate (d) on splined shaft. Blade installation requires use of upper plate (d) with 20mm pilot. Upper plate with 37mm pilot of the srm-260/260s should be retained for use with nylon line head. 4. Place blade (e) over upper pla...

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    16 10. Install upper u-handle and bracket on lower bracket and secure with one (1) 8mm x 55mm bolt (k) and large circular washer. 11. Install power head and align gear box, power head and u-handles. Tighten all screws. 12. Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembly behind u-handle bracket, an...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 17 p re - o peration fuel fuel requirements gasoline - use 89 octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not a...

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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. 1. Stop switch move s...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 19 starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. Warning danger when engine starts, the cutting attachment may rotate even with the throttle trigger in idle (released) position. 1. Stop switc...

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    2 0 m aintenance your echo unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble-free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit 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 maintenance. To...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 21 air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the carbure...

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    22 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench (combination socket wrench and screw driver supplied with unit), feeler gauge, preferably a wire gauge, soft metal brush. Parts required: repower tm tune-up kit 90065 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded cent...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 23 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (a). 3. Remove screw and arm rest (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to ...

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    24 1. Remove engine cover (a). See “cleaning cooling system” pages 22 & 23 for step by step instructions. 2. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (b), screen holder (c), gasket (d), and screen (e), from muffler bod...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 25 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 10 "specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw (a) clockwise to increase idle speed; counte...

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    26 nylon line replacement level 1. Tools required: head locking tool (if head is to be removed) parts required: echo 0.095" nylon trimmer line 12 m (40 feet) long. 1. Hold drum (a) and turn spool (b) cw (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool from drum. Do not push in on spool when turning. 2. Use on...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 27 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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    28 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 r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f t a l e u f o n r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e...

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

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

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    Echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad l ake z urich , il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo or www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. S ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo p...

  • Page 33: Supplement To Operator'S

    * some echo units may be factory pre-assembled. The nylon line head, plastic debris shield, and mounting hardware shown in the contents list are pre-assembled to the unit. No assembly tools are needed. The front handle may need to be re-positioned for comfortable operation. Suplemento del manual del...