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1.

POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the Driveshaft assembly.  Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition

System and Recoil Starter.

2.

GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle.

3.

FRONT HANDLE - The Front (loop) handle is factory assembled to the Drive Shaft assembly but must be re-

positioned for proper cutting attitude and operator comfort.

4.

DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY - Factory Assembled to the Power Head.  Includes the Rear (right hand) Handle Assem-

bly, Bearing Housing Assembly, Throttle Trigger, Front (loop, left hand) Handle Assembly, Flexible Drive Cable and

Safety Decals.

5.

RAPID LOADER

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 HEAD - Contains replaceable nylon trimming lines.

6.

PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD ASSEMBLY - Included in plastic bag (co-pack). MUST be installed on unit before use,

see Assembly Instructions.  Shield assembly includes the Cut-Off Knife. Mounts on the Gear Housing Assembly just

above the cutting attachment. Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming opera-

tion.

7.

CUT-OFF KNIFE - Trims line to the correct length.

8.

THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.  During acceleration, press trigger gradually

for best operating technique.

9.

STOP SWITCH - "TOGGLE SWITCH" mounted on the engine. Move switch UP to RUN, DOWN to STOP.

10. TOP GUARD - Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from hot engine.

11. SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER -The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise

and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep

exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

12. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

13. i-30 Recoil Starter/Handle - i30 spring-assisted recoil starter  requires 30% less pulling force than standard recoil

starter.  Pull handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  When engine starts, return handle slowly.

DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

14. FUEL TANK CAP - Cover and seals fuel tank opening.

15. PRIMER BULB - Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carbure-

tor for starting.  Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an

additional 4 or 5 times.

16. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable filter element.

17. CHOKE - Located at the rear of the air cleaner housing. Move choke lever to "Cold Start" (

) to close choke for

cold starting. Move choke lever to "Run" (

) position to open choke.

18. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

Summary of Contents for GT-200R - 10-05

Page 1: ...r s Manual MODEL GT 200R WARNING DANGER READRULESFORSAFEOPERATIONANDINSTRUCTIONSCAREFULLY ECHOPROVIDESAN OPERATOR SMANUALANDASAFETYMANUAL BOTHMUSTBEREADANDUNDERSTOODFOR PROPERANDSAFEOPERATION X7712274...

Page 2: ...ls 15 AirFilter 16 FuelFilter 16 Spark plug 17 CoolingSystem 17 ExhaustSystem 18 Carburetor Adjustment 19 Lubrication 20 Troubleshooting 21 Storage 22 Specifications 23 ServicingInformation 24 Parts 2...

Page 3: ...RIPTION APPLICATION SYMBOL FORM SHAPE SYMBOL DESCRIPTION APPLICATION SYMBOL FORM SHAPE Read and understand Operator s Manual WEAR EYES EARS AND HEAD PROTECTION FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE FINGER SEVERING SAF...

Page 4: ...g can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condit...

Page 5: ...petitive move ment Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists...

Page 6: ...he 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 PRODUCT EM...

Page 7: ...s 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 ORDER ING...

Page 8: ...9 STOP SWITCH TOGGLE SWITCH mounted on the engine Move switch UP to RUN DOWN to STOP 10 TOP GUARD Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from hot engine 11 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER...

Page 9: ...renchhandle ___ Wrench17x14 5 P NX602000031 CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience Due to packaging restrictions installation of the plastic debris s...

Page 10: ...er B and bolt C 2 Snap the shield over the bearing housing 3 Install bolt C washer B and wing nut A NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION 1 Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve from threaded PTO shaft 2 Align...

Page 11: ...recess NOTE Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure easy removal of used lines FRONT LOOP HANDLE NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location NOTE Front handle is pr...

Page 12: ...ndards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGDandJ A S O FCcertifiedoil suchasEchopremiumPower Blend TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission re...

Page 13: ...5 times 4 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide op...

Page 14: ...ible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Rapi...

Page 15: ...r e l a e D o h c E d e d n e m m o c e R t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M f l e s r u o Y t I o D r e t l...

Page 16: ...cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement See Carburetor Adjustment Section FUEL FILTER Le...

Page 17: ...in cleaningbrush Parts Required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away...

Page 18: ...ng the cover be certain the tabs of the deflector shield are in the slot of the cover EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools Required Cross head screwdriver soft metal brush Parts Required...

Page 19: ...justment is not required for proper operation of this engine Level2 Tools required Screwdriver Tachometer ECHOP N99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carbureto...

Page 20: ...cating screw A at the top of the housing loosen mounting screw B and remove gear case from drive housing 3 Pull the flexible drive shaft C from the drive housing wipe clean and recoat with a thin coat...

Page 21: ...i t c e f e d g u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l...

Page 22: ...ark 2 Place the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all t...

Page 23: ...OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethylalcoholor15 MTBE Oil PowerBlendTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fu...

Page 24: ...1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY...

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