Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODEL SRM-225 WARNING 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. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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 Safety manual safety symbols and important information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. Circle and slash symbol DANGER This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.
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. Eye Protection Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the unit. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 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).
equipment WARNING Use only ECHO approved 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. • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual Description Locate these safety decals on your unit. 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 ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
1. 2. 3 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. STOP SWITCH - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of the Throttle Trigger Housing. Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK to STOP.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual Contents 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 Echo units may be factory pre-assembled.
nylon line head installation Tools Required: Head Locking Tool. Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. Caution Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. 1. Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). 2. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). 3. Thread line head (E) onto shaft by turning it counter-clockwise until head is tight against adapter plate (C). 4.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual front handle installation Tools Required: Torx T27 L-Wrench NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. MIN SPACING 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. Operation WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.
operation with blades Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, barrier bar or Uhandle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits. Grass/Weed Blades Require: Install Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C).
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 13 Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders. Plastic/Nylon Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used.
NOTE In case of Emergency, pull up on the Quick Release Collar to disconnect the trimmer from the harness. fuel NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • 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.
starting cold engine WARNING 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 WARNING Never attempt to disassemble this recoil starter otherwise serious personal injury may result. See your Echo Dealer if the starter handle will not operate using light pulling force. 1.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual starting warm engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. A WARNING 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. 2.
Maintenance WARNING 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 trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual air filter Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush 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. Remove air filter and lightly brush debris from filter.
spark plug Level 2. Tools required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT 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 sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover (A). 3. Remove 2 engine cover screws and engine cover (B). (1 machine screw - handle side) (1 tapping screw - starter side) IMPORTANT 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.
1. Remove engine cover screws (2) and engine cover (B). 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (C), gaskets (D), (E), and screen (F), from muffler body. E Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. D 4. F C NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 5. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. 6.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual carburetor adjustment 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 breakin period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.
lubrication Level 1. Tools Required: 13mm Open End Wrench, T27 Torx L-Wrench, Clean Rag, Grease Gun Parts Required: POWER BLENDXTM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. Gear Housing 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. A A Drive Shaft 1. Loosen two (2) screws (B) and remove center locating screw (C). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing. 2.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual nylon line replacement 1. Hold drum securely. Push spool in, and turn clockwise until locking peg clicks. 2. Pull spool out of drum. Clear any remaining line or debris from spool and drum. B A 3. Align pegs on inner drive (A) with grooves in spool (B), and install spool onto drum. Do not push down on spool. Turn spool counter clockwise until locking peg clicks into hole in spool (C). C 4. Align arrows on spool with marks on drum. 5.
6. Hold drum securely, and turn spool clockwise to wind line onto spool. 7. Cut remaining line loop to separate into two pieces.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 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.
Troubleshooting ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem C h eck Fuel at carburetor Fuel at cylinder Engine cranks starts hard/ doesn't start Engine runs, but dies or does not accelerate properly Engine does not crank Status C au se No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Remedy Clean or replace Clean or replace See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture too rich Open choke Clean/replace ai
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 29 Storage Long Term Storage (over 30 days) WARNING 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. 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.
Specifications MODEL ���������������������������������������������������� SRM-225 Length w/o cutter head ������������������������������������ 1793mm (70.6 in.) Width �������������������������������������������������������� 251 mm (9.88 in.) Height ������������������������������������������������������� 328 mm (12.9 in.) Weight (dry) w/o Cutter Head ���������������������������� 5.5 kg (12.1 lb.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual 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.
PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty 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 provide superior performance.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual ECHO INCORPORATED EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIWA BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE). New equipment/SORE must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent EPA and C.A.R.B. anti-smog standards. ECHO Inc.
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Servicing Information parts/serial number 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, Type 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.
