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Echo SRM-266T Operator's Manual - page 19
SRM-266T
OPERATION
© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.
X7502027204
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Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area.
As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.
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.
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use.
Starting Cold Engine
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
Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Choke
Move choke lever (B) to Cold Start Position (
).
3. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5
times.
A
B
C
D
Summary of SRM-266T
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Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Operator’s manual x750202...
Page 2: Table of Contents
2 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Table of contents srm-266t table of contents table of contents............................................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ................................................
Page 3: Introduction
Srm-266t introduction © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 3 introduction 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpfu...
Page 4: Safety
4 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-266t additional or replacement manuals replacement operator, safety manuals, and parts catalogs are available from your echo dealer or at www.Echo-usa.Com or by contacting echo inc., 400 oakwood road, lake zurich, il 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the...
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Srm-266t safety © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 5 international symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description warning, see operator’s manual carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture do not allow flames or sparks near fuel ignition on / off wear eye, ear and he...
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6 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-266t personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical c...
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Srm-266t safety © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 7 • do not wear open toed shoes. • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work ...
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8 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-266t repetitive stress injuries (rsi) 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 ma...
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Srm-266t emission control (exhaust / evaporative) © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 9 avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment use only echo attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved at...
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10 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust / evaporative) srm-266t an emission control label is located on the engine. (this is an example only, information on label varies by engine family). Product emission durability (emission compliance period) the 50 or 300 hour emission compl...
Page 11: Description
Srm-266t description © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 11 description locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. See parts ordering inst...
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12 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Description srm-266t 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle handle - for right hand - contains stop switch, throttle lockout, and throttle trigger. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be h...
Page 13: Contents
Srm-266t contents © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 13 contents 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 you...
Page 14: Assembly
14 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Assembly srm-266t assembly plastic shield installation (nylon line operation) the plastic shield is for use with the nylon line head only. Install metal shield when using plastic or metal blades, or serious injury may result. 1. Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve...
Page 15: Operation
Srm-266t operation © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 15 to advance trimmer line see maintenance section for nylon line replacement. Note: to advance trimmer line, tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed. Remove nylon line head note: do not disassemble ny...
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16 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-266t operation with blades blade use demands specific brush cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, barrier bar or u-handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions. Do not install blades o...
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Srm-266t operation © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 17 8 tooth weed/grass blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds up to 19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter. Do not use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth. 80 tooth brush blade is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 13 mm (...
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18 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-266t two stroke oil - a two-stroke engine oil meeting iso-l-egd (iso/cd 13738) and j.A.S.O. Fd standards must be used. Echo brand premium power blend x ™ universal 2-stroke oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication cause...
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Srm-266t operation © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 19 storage - fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and fl...
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20 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-266t 4. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pul...
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Srm-266t operation © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 21 3. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (d) until engine fires. Note:...
Page 22: Maintenance
22 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-266t maintenance moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before...
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Srm-266t maintenance © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 23 air filter level 1 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. 2. Remove air filter cover and air filter retainer...
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24 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-266t note: federal epa regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the united states to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servici...
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Srm-266t maintenance © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 25 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover. 3. Remove muffler cover (a). 4. Remove engine cover (b). Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove gra...
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26 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-266t exhaust port cleaning level 2 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder...
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Srm-266t maintenance © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 27 note: every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized echo dealer. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary....
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28 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-266t nylon line head disassembly instructions note: for normal use, speed feed® head disassembly is not necessary. However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. 1. Press top of locking tabs (a) on both sides of speed feed...
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Srm-266t maintenance © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 29 when the wear indicators located at the bottom of the speed-feed® head are worn smooth, or if holes appear, replacement of the cover or the entire speed-feed® head is required. Sharpening metal blades three styles of metal blades are approved f...
Page 30: Troubleshooting
30 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Troubleshooting srm-266t troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshoo...
Page 31: Storage
Srm-266t storage © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 31 storage 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. L...
Page 32: Specifications
32 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Specifications srm-266t specifications this spark ignition system complies with the canadian standard ices-002. Model srm-266t length w/o cutter head 1810 mm (71.3 in.) width 250 mm (9.85 in.) height 340 mm (13.4 in.) weight (dry) w/o cutter head 5.75 kg (12.8 lb.)...
Page 33: Warranty Statements
Srm-266t warranty statements © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 33 warranty statements 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 the original purchaser that this echo product is free fr...
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34 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Warranty statements srm-266t purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories gd\uhvlghqwldoruqrqlqfrphsurgxflqjzduudqw\ gd\frpphufldolqvwlwxwlrqdodjulfxowxudolqgxvwuldolqfrphsurgxflqjruuhqwdodssolfdwlrqzduudqw\ attention two-stroke engine power product owner...
Page 35: Product Registration
Srm-266t product registration © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 35 product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy! Note: your information will never be sold or mi...
Page 36: Notes
36 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Notes srm-266t notes.
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38 x7502027204 © 10/2014 echo inc. Notes srm-266t.
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Srm-266t notes © 10/2014 echo inc. X7502027204 39.
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Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 40 t43413001001/t43413999999.