Echo SRM-266/S, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...catalytic 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 contain...

Page 2: ...A R B TIER III 9 Description 10 Contents 12 Assembly 13 Plastic Shield Installation 13 Nylon Line Head Installation 13 To Advance Trimmer Line 14 Remove Nylon Line Head 14 Front Handle Installation 1...

Page 3: ...re 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: ...tion 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 o...

Page 5: ...must be worn whenever you operate the unit Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning See Operator s Manual Carburetor Adjustment High speed mixture DO NOT all...

Page 6: ...an increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler The ignition components of this machine generate a...

Page 7: ...cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist positi...

Page 8: ...knife is securely in place Replace if either is damaged or missing Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition Check that handle and harness if included are ad...

Page 9: ...e fuel tank fuel line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks An Emission Control Label is located on the en...

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: ...e Mounts on the Gear Housing Assembly just above the cutting attachment Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming operation This shield must be replaced with the ste...

Page 12: ...ome 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 Assembly tools are not supplied wit...

Page 13: ...s or personal injury may result Cutoff knife is sharp Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot 1 Be sure adapter plate C remains on PTO shaft A 2 Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge o...

Page 14: ...Remove Nylon Line Head Note Do not disassemble nylon line head 1 Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool D 2 Remove line head E by turning it...

Page 15: ...tion requirements Operation With Blades Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration Operation without specified shield barrier bar or U handle and harness can result in serious personal inju...

Page 16: ...e this blade for brush or heavy woody growth 80 Tooth Brush Blade is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 13 mm 1 2 in diameter 22 Tooth Clearing Blade is designed for dense thickets and...

Page 17: ...standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FD certified oil such as Echo premium Power Blend X TM will void the two stroke...

Page 18: ...off containers to reduce fuel spillage After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by lo...

Page 19: ...bstacles Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires...

Page 20: ...nd 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 Firmly gri...

Page 21: ...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 C C...

Page 22: ...l Dual Layer Air Filter Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely be...

Page 23: ...Clean the plug or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150...

Page 24: ...rse order Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover A 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove sp...

Page 25: ...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 a...

Page 26: ...ing attachment should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Lubrication Level 1 Gear Housing 1 Clean all loose debris from gear box 2 Remove plug A and check level of grease 3...

Page 27: ...B from eyelet carrier C 2 Remove cover from eyelet carrier Nylon Line Replacement 1 Cut one piece of line to recommended length 080 2 0 mm dia 20 6 m 095 2 4 mm dia 20 6 m 2 Align arrows on top of kno...

Page 28: ...sharpening a blade always remove the same amount of materials from each tooth to maintain balance A blade that is not balanced will cause unsafe handling due to vibration and can result in blade failu...

Page 29: ...k 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 c...

Page 30: ...op 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 n...

Page 31: ...GD 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 alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternat...

Page 32: ...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...

Page 33: ...A 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 o...

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