Echo GT-230, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur The engine exhaust from this product contains chemic...

Page 2: ...ve 8 EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 8 Description 10 Contents 12 Assembly 13 Plastic Shield Installaion 13 Nylon Line Head Installation 13 To Advance Trimmer Line 14 Remove Nylon Line Head...

Page 3: ...e reference write them in the space provided below Model No _________________ SN ___________________ Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO...

Page 4: ...ion of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word DANGER calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or...

Page 5: ...s also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand owners manual Fuel and oil mixture Car...

Page 6: ...magnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker man...

Page 7: ...le hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement Do exercise to strength...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...label varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine e...

Page 10: ...r unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructio...

Page 11: ...ing operation 8 CUT OFF KNIFE Trims line to the correct length 9 THROTTLE TRIGGER Controls engine speed Spring loaded to return to idle when released During acceleration press trigger gradually for be...

Page 12: ...ment ____ Safety Manual ____ Warranty Card ____ Safety Glasses ____ Echo Power Blend X TM 2 stroke oil sample ____ Shield Assembly ____ Assembly Tool s Specifications descriptions and illustrative mat...

Page 13: ...ld 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 locating hole in upper plate wi...

Page 14: ...e with hole in bearing housing and insert 5 mm 3 16 in diameter locking tool D 2 Remove line head by turning it counter clockwise until head is completely off of shaft 3 Remove locking tool D Front Lo...

Page 15: ...of alternative fuels may cause performance problems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operation including but not limited to improper clutch engagement Alternative fuels...

Page 16: ...nt of gasoline 2 Add the proper 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 leadin...

Page 17: ...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 position Rapidly pull recoil starter han...

Page 18: ...purge bulb C until fuel is visible 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 par...

Page 19: ...Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LETTER CODES I INSPECT R REPLACE...

Page 20: ...eme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Use the fuel line hook to pull the fuel...

Page 21: ...proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur...

Page 22: ...haust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover B 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor...

Page 23: ...and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment Level 2 Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor ad...

Page 24: ...ubrication Level 1 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 25: ...mmer line into an eyelet and push line equal distance through trimmer head 4 Hold trimmer head while turning knob clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 5 13 cm of each line remains exposed Tri...

Page 26: ...at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with ca...

Page 27: ...p switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nu...

Page 28: ...Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend XTM ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcoho...

Page 29: ...warranty period and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made For your nearest authorized ECHO servicing dealer call ECHO s Dealer Referral Center at 1 800 432 ECHO o...

Page 30: ...or California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation X G Only use gasoline which contains G Gasohol which contains a 6 7 J 9 is also approved The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on...

Page 31: ...GT 230 NOTES X7702094204 31 04 2013 ECHO Inc NOTES...

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