x7722271404 / x772000164 GT-225SF Grass Trimmer Operator’s Manual Burn Hazard The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may occur. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GT-225SF TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3 The Operator’s Manual ................................................................................................................ 3 The Safety Manual............
GT-225SF INTRODUCTION 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 operating tips and SAFETY messages. The Operator’s Manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.
SAFETY 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 ECHO Web Site for updated information. GT-225SF For more information scan this QR code. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video.
GT-225SF SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand Owners Manual. Fuel and Oil mixture Carburetor Adjustment - Low speed mixture Carburetor Adjustment - High speed mixture Wear eye, ear and head protection Rotating Cutting Attachment Safety/Alert Carburetor Adjustment - Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical current.
SAFETY GT-225SF 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 Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • If you are tired or sick. • If you are taking medication. • If you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
GT-225SF SAFETY • 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 for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which may interfere with some pacemakers.
SAFETY GT-225SF 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 may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area.
GT-225SF SAFETY 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 attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.
EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) GT-225SF EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions).
GT-225SF DESCRIPTION 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 instructions for specific information. 18 10 13 17 11 16 15 12 14 5 4 6 3 8 2 7 Shaft Label X7732272400 © 9/2015 ECHO Inc.
DESCRIPTION GT-225SF 1. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the Drive Shaft assembly. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. THROTTLE HANDLE - FOR RIGHT HAND - Contains Stop Switch, and Throttle Trigger. 3. STOP SWITCH - “SLIDE SWITCH” mounted on top of the Throttle Handle. Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK to STOP. 4.
GT-225SF CONTENTS CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.
ASSEMBLY GT-225SF ASSEMBLY Plastic Shield Installation Parts Required: Plastic Shield Assembly. Cut-off knife on debris shield has sharp edges. Avoid contact when installing or removing line head. Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: ◆ ◆ Cut-off knife is sharp. Gear case and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Remove wing nut (A), washer (B), and bolt (C). 2. Snap the shield over the bearing housing. B A C 3. Install bolt (C), washer (B), and wing nut (A).
GT-225SF OPERATION 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns.
OPERATION GT-225SF • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately. • Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.
GT-225SF OPERATION 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. A 2. Choke Move choke (B) to COLD START ( ) (closed) position. 3.
OPERATION GT-225SF Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. A The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. C 2.
GT-225SF MAINTENANCE 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 removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
MAINTENANCE GT-225SF Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 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. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. • Lightly brush debris from filter.
GT-225SF MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) 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 blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf•cm (130-150 in•lbf).
MAINTENANCE GT-225SF 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove engine cover (B). B A DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. 22 X7732272400 © 9/2015 ECHO Inc.
GT-225SF MAINTENANCE Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. F Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove engine cover (B). 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. E D C 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (C), gaskets (D), (E), and screen (F), from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 5.
MAINTENANCE GT-225SF Carburetor Adjustment Level 2. Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.
GT-225SF MAINTENANCE Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. B 1. Remove plastic shield. 2. Loosen bearing housing locating screw (A), at the top of the housing, loosen mounting screw (B) and remove gear case from drive housing. A 3. Pull the flexible drive shaft (C) from the drive housing, wipe clean and re-coat with a thin coating (15 ml [1/2 oz.]) of grease. 4. Slide the flexible drive shaft back in the drive housing being careful not to get dirt on the flexible drive shaft.
MAINTENANCE GT-225SF 4. Hold trimmer head while turning knob counter clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 13 cm (5 in.) of each line remains exposed. Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation. 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.
GT-225SF TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Fuel at carburetor Fuel at cylinder Engine cranks starts hard/ doesn’t start Spark at end of plug wire Engine runs, but dies or does not accelerate properly Engine does not crank Status Cause Remedy No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Clean or replace Clean or replace See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fu
STORAGE GT-225SF 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. 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 maintenance which includes the following: 1.
GT-225SF SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GT-225SF Length 1371 mm (54.0 in.) Width 315 mm (12.4 in.) Height 539 mm (21.2 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head 4.6 kg (10.1 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.) Displacement 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.
WARRANTY STATEMENTS GT-225SF 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 defects in material and workmanship.
GT-225SF WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any ECHO product re-built other than by ECHO or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without ECHO’s limited warranty coverage. The ECHO Limited Warranty coverage is extended to the original purchaser only, and is not transferable except for emission related parts.
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