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Manual abstract: user guide ECHO GT-2400 TYPE 1E
Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] Grass Trimmer
Operator's Manual MODELS GT-2000 TYPE 1E
Serial Number 001001 & Up Occasional Use
GT-2400 TYPE 1E
Serial Number 001001 & Up Commercial Use
WARNING
DANGER
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. [. . . ] Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J. A. S. O. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and J. A. S. O. FC certified oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two-stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the EPA Phase I/California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation. ) IMPORTANT Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Install fuel container cap and wipe any spilled fuel from container and surrounding area.
Handling Fuel
WARNING
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
GRASS TRIMMER OPERATOR'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information.
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After refueling;
· Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. · Move at least 3 m (10 ft. ) from refueling location before starting the engine.
After use;
· DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
3 m (10 ft. )
Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added.
S 1 8 15 22 29
M 2 9 16 23 30
T 3 10 17 24 31
W 4 11 18 25
T 5 12 19 26
F 6 13 20 27
S 7 14 21 28
IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use.
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EQUIPMENT CHECK
Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; · Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. · Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel lieaks. · Inspect shield for damage and ensure that the cut-off knife is securely in place. · Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.
· Check that front (loop) handle and shoulder strap/ or shoulder/waist harness are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. · Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in the Operator's Manual.
DETERMINE OPERATION AREA
· Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions.
15 m (50 ft. )
· Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft. ) while the trimmer is in use.
GRASS TRIMMER OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OPERATION
· Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Instructions for safe use. · Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15 m (50 ft. ) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. · During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch. [. . . ] Place index finger between the strands and wind line clockwise (follow direction of arrow molded in spool), tightly and evenly.
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Place ends of line in the two notches molded in the spool with 12. 5 to 15. 2 cm (5 to 6 in. ) protruding. Be sure spool is installed correctly with the words "THIS SIDE UP. "
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Align arrows, and push down on cover and twist cover clockwise until tab locks cover in place. Trimmer line should advance approximately 1 (one) inch.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Engi ne -- starts hard Engi ne -- does not start Engi ne C ranks Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor C au se Fuel strai ner clogged Fuel li ne clogged C arburetor C arburetor R emedy C lean C lean See your EC HO dealer See your EC HO dealer
Fuel at cyli nder
No fuel at cyli nder Muffler wet wi th fuel
Fuel Mi xture i s too ri ch
Open choke C lean/replace ai r fi lter Adjust carburetor See your EC HO dealer Turn swi tch on See your EC HO dealer
Spark at end of plug wi re
No spark at end of plug wi re
Stop swi tch off Electri cal problem
Spark at plug
No spark at plug
Spark gap i ncorrect C overed wi th carbon Fouled wi th fuel Spark plug defecti ve Internal engi ne problem
Adjust 0. 65mm (0. 026i n. ) C lean or replace C lean or replace Replace plug See your EC HO dealer
Engi ne does not crank
Engi ne runs
D i es or accelerates poorly
Ai r fi lter di rty Fuel fi lter di rty Fuel vent plugged Spark plug C arburetor C ooli ng system plugged Spark arrestor screen plugged
C lean or replace Replace Replace C lean and adjust/replace Adjust C lean C lean
WARNING
DANGER
Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
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STORAGE
Long Term Storage (over 30 days)
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WARNING
DANGER
During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. [. . . ]
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