Echo GT-225L, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...S TRIMMER The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature...

Page 2: ...nt 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 13 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 13 Description 14 Contents 16 Assembly 16 Shield Installation 16 Support Handle 17 Operation 17 Fuel 18 Startin...

Page 3: ...on maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in...

Page 4: ...ow the model and serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual Regis...

Page 5: ...N calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This...

Page 6: ...t use blades String line only Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Plan retreat path from falling objects DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF...

Page 7: ...come extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly a...

Page 8: ...to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches cold environments and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Ear Protection EC...

Page 9: ...sons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine In the absence of such information ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine...

Page 10: ...ing 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 Some believe th...

Page 11: ...ls Provide all users of this equipment with literature for instructions on Safe Operation Clear the Work Area Spectators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from comin...

Page 12: ...Check that handle and harness if included are adjusted for safe comfortable operation See Assembly Section for proper adjustment Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands...

Page 13: ...njury or property damage may occur Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using EMISSION CONTROL EXHAUST EVAPORATIVE CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission contro...

Page 14: ...ns regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal s on your unit Make sure the decal s i...

Page 15: ...EFT HAND 5 DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY 6 NYLON CUTTER HEAD 7 PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD ASSEMBLY 8 CUT OFF KNIFE 9 THROTTLE TRIGGER 10 TOP GUARD 11 SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST 1...

Page 16: ...ntents list to check for missing parts ASSEMBLY Shield Installation Cut off knife on debris shield has sharp edges Avoid contact when installing or removing line head Wear Gloves or personal injury ma...

Page 17: ...and as level as possible 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...

Page 18: ...hine operation including but not limited to improper clutch engagement Diesel or alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components...

Page 19: ...D repeated or prolonged skin contact AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors ECHO branded 2 stroke oils may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio s...

Page 20: ...roper amount of 2 stroke oil to gasoline 3 Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline 4 Add remaining gasoline close fuel container and remix Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emi...

Page 21: ...mmediately 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...

Page 22: ...handle rope until engine starts and runs Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes Note If engine does not start with choke in RUN position after 5 pulls repeat i...

Page 23: ...in the Clear fuel 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 Firmly grip throttle handle an...

Page 24: ...again 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 mo...

Page 25: ...listed see your Dealer for repairs Skill Levels Level 1 Easy to do Common tools may be required Level 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required Level 3 See your dealer Click HERE or...

Page 26: ...e finding of damage or wear during inspection Air Filter Level 1 1 Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulat...

Page 27: ...ly soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse 4 Install air filter in air filter case 5 Install air fi...

Page 28: ...low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equi...

Page 29: ...ked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling pa...

Page 30: ...leaning 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead an...

Page 31: ...catalytic element inside muffler 5 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 6 Assemble components in reverse order Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead fro...

Page 32: ...etor 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 Operation This e...

Page 33: ...tting attachment should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Lubrication Level 1 1 Remove shield 2 Loosen bearing housing locating screw A at the top of the housing loosen mou...

Page 34: ...ed length 2 0 mm 0 080 in diameter 6 m 20 ft 2 4 mm 0 095 in diameter 6 m 20 ft 2 Align arrows on top of knob with openings in eyelets 3 Insert one end of trimmer line into an eyelet and push line equ...

Page 35: ...head are worn smooth or if holes appear replacement of the cover or the entire Speed Feed head is required TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and or explosion Neve...

Page 36: ...r replace See your dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your...

Page 37: ...dies or Engine does not acceler ate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminants or residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fuel...

Page 38: ...cool Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug Remove the spark plug Pour 7 cc 0 25 oz of fresh clean two stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole 8 Pull the recoil starter...

Page 39: ...lternative fuels such as E15 or E85 Oil ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 14 2 US fl oz Starter System Automatic Rewind Starter Clutch...

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Page 41: ...GT 225L PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7732272601 41 3 2019 ECHO Inc...

Page 42: ...NOTES GT 225L 42 X7732272601 3 2019 ECHO Inc NOTES...

Page 43: ...GT 225L NOTES X7732272601 43 3 2019 ECHO Inc...

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