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MODEL ------------------------------------------ GT-200R

Length -------------------------------------------- 1400 mm (55.1 in.)

Width --------------------------------------------- 310 mm (12.2 in.)

Height -------------------------------------------- 385 mm (15.2 in.)

Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head ------------------- 4.1 kg (9.04 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.)

Exhaust System --------------------------------- Spark Arrestor Muffler w/catalyst

Carburetor --------------------------------------- Zama diaphragm model w/primer

Ignition System --------------------------------- Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge

Spark Plug --------------------------------------- NGK  BPM-8Y   Gap 0.65 mm (0.026 in.)

Fuel ----------------------------------------------- Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil)

Fuel/Oil Ratio ------------------------------------ 50 : 1 Power Blend X™ ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345- FC/

FD, two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil.

Gasoline ------------------------------------------ Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more

than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE. Do not use alternative fuels such as

E-20 or E-85.

Oil ------------------------------------------------- Power Blend X 

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 Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil

Fuel Tank Capacity ----------------------------- 0.45 lit. (15.2 US fl. oz.)

Starter System ----------------------------------- i30 Automatic Rewind Starter

Clutch -------------------------------------------- Centrifugal Type

Drive Shaft --------------------------------------- 1/4 in.  Flex Shaft

Rotating Direction ------------------------------ Clockwise viewed from top

Cutter Head -------------------------------------- Nylon line head (2-line) with .080 Line capacity 203 mm (8 in.)

Handle -------------------------------------------- Left - D-Loop, Right - Grip

Shoulder Harness ------------------------------- Optional  P/N 99944200201

Idle Speed (RPM) ------------------------------- 2,750 - 3,250 RPM

Clutch Engagement Speed --------------------- 3,500 - 4,100 RPM

Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.)

 with Nylon Line Head (RPM) ----------------- 7,500 - 8,500 RPM

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Summary of Contents for GT-200R - 10-07

Page 1: ...rator s Manual MODEL GT 200R WARNING Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation X7722270800...

Page 2: ...CONTENTS Introduction 2 The Operator s Manual 2 The Safety Manual 2 Safety 3 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information 3 International Symbols 3 Personal Conditions and Safety Equipment 4 Equip...

Page 3: ...NLY BEWARE THROWN RICOCHET OBJECTS CAUTION Thesafetyalertsymbolaccompaniedbytheword CAUTION callsattentiontoanactorcondition whichmayleadtominorormoderatepersonalinjury ifnotavoided SAFETY MANUAL SAFE...

Page 4: ...head neck feet ankles hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigor ous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fil...

Page 5: ...e repetitive 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 wr...

Page 6: ...G 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...

Page 7: ...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 INGinstructionsforspecificinformation P N 89022809560 S...

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: ...0031 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 o...

Page 10: ...A 3 Place large washer B then line head C on threaded shaft followed by small metal washer D and locknut E 4 Install3 8 24locknutusing14 5mm 9 16in wrench Turnlocknut clockwise and tighten securely I...

Page 11: ...requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2 stroke gasoline engines Use of alternative fuels may cause performance prob lems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operat...

Page 12: ...rranty Explanation IMPORTANT EchopremiumPowerBlendXTM Universal2 StrokeOilmaybe mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals...

Page 13: ...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 open...

Page 14: ...sible 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 Rap...

Page 15: ...s n I 2 C I r e t l i F l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 I R s k a e L m e t s y S l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 3 I 3 R I m e t s y S g n i l o o C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r o t s...

Page 16: ...ter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Installairfiltercover NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning...

Page 17: ...n 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: ...or shield are in the slot of the cover EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools Required Cross head screwdriver soft metal brush Parts Required Screen Gasket 1 Remove engine cover see Cooling...

Page 19: ...level MSL To maintain proper engine operation above 1 000 feet MSL the carburetor must be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer IMPORTANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 000 fe...

Page 20: ...LithiumBase Grease 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 3 Pull the flexible drive...

Page 21: ...e v 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...

Page 22: ...ace 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 the screw...

Page 23: ...ISO CD13738 andJ A S O M345 FC FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternati...

Page 24: ...el and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your ECHO equipm...

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