Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODEL SRM-211 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.
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 found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 3 MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. 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.
Shaft Decal WARNING DANGER P/N 89016054130 • 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 in place. Operators, helpers and bystanders must wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection. • Always wear hearing protection when operating unit.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer/brush cutter.
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 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.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation. Clear the Work Area • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.
DESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, installation of the plastic debris shield, nylon line head, and positioning of the front handle are 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. * Some units may be factory pre-assembled.
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1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of the Throttle Trigger Housing. Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK to STOP. 5.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SRM-211 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1778 mm (70.0 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 325 mm (12.8 in.) Weight (dry) w/cutter head ------------------------------- 5.4 kg (11.9 lb.
ASSEMBLY WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non-approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units. Tools Required: Screwdriver, Head Locking Tool (2), 17x14.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION C 1. Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (C). A 2. Be sure upper plate (A) remains on PTO shaft. 3. Place line head onto PTO shaft. Followed by large metal washer. 4. Thread L.H. nut on PTO shaft. Tighten securely. 5. Install new split pin. 6. Remove locking tool (C). NYLON LINE INSTALLATION 1. Shut engine off. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up. 2.
PRE - OPERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, harness, and handle can result in serious personal injury. Grass/Weed Blades Require: Install Blade Conversion Kit, P/N 99944200415 Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C). A B C NOTE The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL Plastic/Nylon Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 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. 80 Tooth Brush Blade (P/N 69500120331) is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 64 mm (2-1/2 in.) diameter.
FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) 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 methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend TM Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL OPERATION STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. A 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. 2. Choke Move choke lever (B) to Cold Start Position ( ). 3.
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. WARNING DANGER 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. A 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. 2.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL STOPPING ENGINE 1. Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. A 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using trimmer again.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS COMPONENT/ SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ'D SKILL LE V E L DAILY OR BEFORE U SE EVERY R E FU E L 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS 6 MONTHS OR 270 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Recommended Echo Dealer Maintenance Procedures Cylinder Exhaust Port Inspect/Clean/Decarbon 3 I/C Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Procedures Air Filter Inspect/Clean/Replace 1 I/C Choke Inspect/Clean 2 I/C Fuel Filter Inspect/Replace 1 Fuel System, leaks Inspect/Replace 1 I* Cooling System Inspect/Clean
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: 90008 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 the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3.
SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 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 145 - 155 kg/cm (125 - 135 in. lb.). 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level 2.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 23 1. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2. Release stored energy in power spring by removing spark plug. 3. Remove three (3) screws (A) from starter assembly and remove starter. NOTE DO NOT disassemble the starter assembly. 4. Remove the four screws that retain the engine cover. Two at the inside top of the mounting plate (B), one on the top guard (C), and one at the muffler cover (D). D B A C 5.
8. Use a brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 9. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. 10. Reassemble parts in reverse order of removal.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Tools required: Cross-head screwdriver, soft metal brush. Parts Required: Screen, Gasket 1. Remove engine cover. See “Cleaning Cooling System” pages 22 - 24 for instructions. 2. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (A), gasket (B), and screen (C) from muffler body. 3. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalylic element inside muffler. 4.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break-In New engines must be operated for a minimum of two tanks of fuel 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. High Altitude Adjustment High altitude adjustment is not required for proper operation of this engine.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL LUBRICATION Level 1. Tools required: 8 & 13 mm Open End Wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver, Clean rag, Grease gun P/N 91016 Parts Required: ECHO® LUBETM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing A A 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if necessary, DO NOT over fill. Drive Shaft 1. Loosen two (2) screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C).
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 sharpening, CLOSELY inspect blade for cracks (look at the bottom of each tooth and the center mounting hole closely), missing teeth and bending. If ANY of these problems are discovered, replace the blade.
GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Engine cranks starts hard/ doesn't start Engine runs, but dies or does not accelerate properly Engine does not crank C h eck Status Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel at cylinder C au se Remedy 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 Fuel
STORAGE WARNING DANGER 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.
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SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ SN. ____________ DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO or www.echo-usa.
