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Echo TC-2100 Operator's Manual

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 1 tiller/cultivator operator's manual model tc-2100 type 1 serial number 011441 & up tc-2100 type 1e serial number 001001 & up warning danger read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides an operator's manual, which must be read an...

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    2 i ntroduction 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 that you found in the package. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and safety messages. Warning ...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 3 stop switch important the enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. 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 a...

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    4 decals locate these safety decals on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "description" section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 5 equipment before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; - check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. - inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. Do not operate unit i...

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    6 personal condition and safety equipment warning danger tiller/cultivator users risk injury to themselves and others if the tiller/cultivator is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a tiller/cultivator. Failure to do...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 7 vibration and cold -- it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensa...

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    8 d escription the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions some assembly is required. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list t...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 9 1. Stop switch - "toggle switch" mounted on top of throttle trigger housing. Move switch forward to run, back to stop. 2. Throttle trigger - spring loaded to return to idle when released. When accelerating, pull trigger gradually for best operating techni...

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    10 l e d o m 0 0 1 2 - c t h t g n e l ) . N i 8 4 . 4 4 ( m m 0 3 1 1 h t d i w ) . N i 6 3 . 3 1 ( m m 0 4 3 t h g i e h ) . N i 6 7 . 9 3 ( m m 0 1 0 1 s e n i t / w ) y r d ( t h g i e w ) . B l 9 1 ( g k 2 6 . 8 e p y t e n i g n e e n i g n e e n il o s a g r e d n il y c e l g n i s , e k o r...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 11 a ssembly tools required: (2) 11mm (7/16in.) wrenches 1. Support powerhead assembly upright on tines. Place top handle assembly to rear. 2. Loosley assemble lower handles using 6.35 x 76mm (1/4in. X 3in.) hex head shoulder bolt (a), lockwasher (b), and l...

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    12 p re -o peration fuel fuel requirements gasoline - use 89 octane [ ] gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is not approved. Two-stroke oil - a two-stro...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 13 after refueling; - wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. - move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; - do not store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel stora...

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    14 o peration - provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. - before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15m (50 ft.) safety zone with the required protective equipment and clothing. - during operation,...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 15 4. Start - pull rope. Pull recoil starter rope until engine fires. 5. Open choke - run. Move choke (b) to run (open) position. 6. Restart engine - pull rope. Pull recoil starter rope until engine fires. Warning danger when engine starts, the tines may mo...

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    16 m aintenance your echo tiller/cultivator is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your tiller/cultivator 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 d...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 17 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25mm-50mm (1in.-2in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter...

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    18 spark plug level 2. Tools required: spark plug socket wrench and screw driver, feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. Parts required: spark plug, ngk - bpmr-7a 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 sand b...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 19 important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 5. When installing the ...

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    20 carburetor adjustment 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 epa phase 1 and california emission regulations. In addition, the carburetor is...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 21 carburetor adjustment non-emission models (without limiter caps) level 2 tools required: screwdriver, tachometer (echo p/n 90051130017). Note if carburetor has limiter caps follow "carburetor adjustment" procedures for emission models on previous page. I...

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    22 lubrication level 1. Tools required: crosshead screw driver parts required: lithium base grease. Gear housing 1. Remove tines (see tine removal - installation). 2. Clean dirt from area around gear cover (a) and remove four (4) crosshead screw (b). Be careful not to tear sealing gasket (c). 3. Sup...

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    T iller /c ultivator o perator ' s m anual 23 m e l b o r p d r a h s t r a t s - - e n i g n e t r a t s t o n s e o d - - e n i g n e e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e s k n a r c t a l e u f r o t e r u b r a c 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 u f d e g g o l ...

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    24 s torage long term storage (over 30 days) do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte- nance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. Warning danger do not store ...

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