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OPERATION

 

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BLADES

Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use

WARNING  

  DANGER

Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, handle, and harness
can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits.

FRONT

 

HANDLE

 

INSTALLATION

Tools Required: Screwdriver

Parts Required: Front Handle Assembly

1.

Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws.

A

C

B

Grass/Weed Blades Require:

Install Blade Conversion Kit, P/N 99944200415 -
Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and
shoulder harness (C).

NOTE
The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should
not be gripped when using or carrying the unit.

NOTE
The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit.  For heavy-duty or extended use, U-handles should
be used.  See your Echo dealer or Trimmer/Brush Cutter Safety Manual for details regarding U-Handles.  If you have
additional questions, contact your Echo Service Dealer, or call Echo directly at 1-800-673-1558.

Summary of Contents for SRM-230

Page 1: ...l Number 05001001 05143223 SRM 230S Serial Number 05001001 05014429 WARNING DANGER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandun...

Page 2: ...ional Symbols 4 Safety Instructions 5 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 5 Extended Operation Extreme Conditions 5 Equipment 6 Safe Operation 7 Emission Control 7 Description 8 Contents 8 Specifi...

Page 3: ...mean to you SAFETY DECALS 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...

Page 4: ...h c E r u o y e e S r e d n i l y c t a r e d n i l y c t a l e u f o N r o t e r u b r a C d o h c E r u o y e e S l e u f h t i w t e w r e l f f u M h c i r o o t e r u t x i M l e u F e k o h c n...

Page 5: ...injury to themselves and others if the trimmer brush cutter is used improperly or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer brushcutter...

Page 6: ...wer equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be pr...

Page 7: ...ders Do not over reach EMISSION CONTROL EPA Phase 2 The emission control systems for these engines are EM Engine Modification An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY...

Page 8: ...Some Echo units may be factory pre assembled The nylon line head plastic debris shield and mounting hardware shown in the contents list are pre assembled to the unit No assembly tools are needed The f...

Page 9: ...tion This shield must be replaced with the steel shield for blade use 10 THROTTLETRIGGER Springloadedtoreturntoidlewhenreleased Duringacceleration presstriggergradually for best operating technique 11...

Page 10: ...OT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Oil PowerBlendTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58lit 19 6USfl oz Starter System AutomaticRewindStarter Cl...

Page 11: ...of bearing housing flange 3 Place shield plate on plastic shield align holes Install three 3 screws from bottom through plate and shield into gear case 4 Install adapter plate A onto PTO shaft NYLON L...

Page 12: ...front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws A C B Grass Weed Blades Require InstallBladeConversionKit P N99944200415 Includes metal shield A barrier bar B and shoulder harness C NOTE The...

Page 13: ...ck out and injury to yourself and bystanders Plastic Nylon Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush 8ToothWeed GrassBlade P N69600120331...

Page 14: ...gs up to 64 mm 2 1 2 in diameter UseShoulder WaistHarness P N99944200200 Useofthe Shoulder Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer Brush Cutter use The Shoulder Waist Harness suspends the trimmer...

Page 15: ...able Useextremecarewhenmixing storingor handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be...

Page 16: ...area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly...

Page 17: ...ulb 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 parts clea...

Page 18: ...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 i F r i A e c a l p e R n a e l...

Page 19: ...ry dirty replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools Required 200 250mm...

Page 20: ...gbrush 25or50mm 1or2in Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air car...

Page 21: ...tal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble componen...

Page 22: ...rbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this imp...

Page 23: ...the cutting attachment should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result LUBRICATION Level1 Tools Required 8mmOpenEndWrench Screwdriver CleanRag Parts Required ECHO LUBETM 8oz P N91...

Page 24: ...loop D on the spool Pull line tight and adjust so one end is 15 cm 6 in longer than the other 4 Hold the spool opening toward you Place index finger between the two strands and wind line tightly and e...

Page 25: ...als from each tooth to maintain balance A blade that is not balanced will cause unsafe handling due to vibration and can result in blade failure Tool Required Flatfile preferred Electricgrinderifspeci...

Page 26: ...c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e v i t c e f e...

Page 27: ...reach an open flame or spark 2 Place the stop switch A in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that...

Page 28: ...pportDepartmentat1 800 673 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 Suppo...

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