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Echo SRM-280S Operator's Manual

Manual is about: GRASS TRIMMER / BRUSH CUTTER

Summary of SRM-280S

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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 x753209...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Table of contents srm-230 table of contents table of contents............................................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ..................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Srm-230 introduction © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 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 helpful ...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-230 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 e...

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    Srm-230 safety © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 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 head...

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    6 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-230 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 con...

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    Srm-230 safety © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 7 the ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pace...

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    8 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Safety srm-230 all over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result. Do...

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    Srm-230 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 9 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 comp...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Description srm-230 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 instru...

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    Srm-230 description © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 11 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 hel...

  • Page 12: Contents

    12 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Contents srm-230 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 your ...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    Srm-230 assembly © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 13 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 a...

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    14 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Assembly srm-230 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 nylon...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Srm-230 operation © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 15 operation 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 remov...

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    16 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-230 note: the barrier bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The barrier bar is not a handle and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit. Blade selection the type of blade used must be matched to the type and size of mater...

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    Srm-230 operation © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 17 fuel alternative fuels, such as e-15 (15% ethanol), e-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting echo requirements are not approved for use in echo 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, ov...

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    18 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-230 • inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired. • move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. Mixing instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container wit...

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    Srm-230 operation © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 19 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. 4. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and ke...

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    20 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Operation srm-230 move stop switch button (a) forward away from the stop position. 2. Purge bulb pump purge bulb (c) until fuel is visible in the “clear” fuel return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and keep m...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Srm-230 maintenance © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 21 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 r...

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    22 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-230 (2) apply power blendx tm grease every 50 hours of use. (3) low evaporative fuel tanks do not require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. Air f...

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    Srm-230 maintenance © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 23 spark plug level 2. 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 electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. Do not sa...

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    24 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-230 2. Remove muffler cover (a). 3. Remove top guard (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush (d) to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid (...

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    Srm-230 maintenance © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 25 exhaust port cleaning level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover. 3. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 4. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. Ne...

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    26 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-230 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (a) should be set to the specifications found on “specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (a) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockw...

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    Srm-230 maintenance © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 27 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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    28 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Maintenance srm-230 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 for...

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    Srm-230 maintenance © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 29 3. After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a square (sharp) corner. Use the round (rat tail) file to renew the radius..

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    30 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Troubleshooting srm-230 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 troubleshooti...

  • Page 31: Storage

    Srm-230 storage © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 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. Lon...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    32 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Specifications srm-230 specifications model srm-230 length w/o cutter head 1795 mm (70.7 in.) width 250 mm (9.84 in.) height 250 mm (9.84 in.) weight (dry) w/o cutter head 5.1 kg (11.2 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 32....

  • Page 33: Warranty Statements

    Srm-230 warranty statements © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 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 from...

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    34 x7532098207 © 2/2014 echo inc. Warranty statements srm-230 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories &gj** &^j* attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to pro...

  • Page 35: Notes

    Srm-230 notes © 2/2014 echo inc. X7532098207 35 notes.

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    Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com 36 s65611001001/s65611999999 s73112001001/s73112999999.