User manual ECHO SRM-210 01-04

[. . . ] Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODEL SRM-210 WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X7712273000 X771000280 01/04 2 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. [. . . ] Read and understand the Safety Manual for complete information on safe operation. GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SRM-210 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1770 mm (69. 7 in. ) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9. 84 in. ) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 325 mm (12. 8 in. ) Weight (dry) w/cutter head ------------------------------- 4. 8 kg (10. 7 lb. ) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32. 2 mm (1. 27 in. ) Stroke -------------------------------------------------------- 26. 0 mm (1. 02 in. ) Displacement ----------------------------------------------- 21. 2 cc (1. 29 cu. in. ) Exhaust ------------------------------------------------------ Spark Arrestor Muffler Carburetor -------------------------------------------------- Zama model w/purge pump Ignition System -------------------------------------------- Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug -------------------------------------------------- NGK BPM-8Y Gap 0. 65 mm (0. 026 in. ) Fuel ---------------------------------------------------------- Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil) Fuel/Oil Ratio ----------------------------------------------- 50:1 two-stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline ----------------------------------------------------- 89 Octane unleaded. DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10% ethyl alcohol or 15% MTBE. Oil ------------------------------------------------------------ Power Blend TM Premium Universal 2-Stroke Oil Fuel Tank Capacity ---------------------------------------- 0. 45 lit. oz. ) Recoil Starter System -------------------------------------- i-30 Automatic Recoil Starter Clutch ------------------------------------------------------- Centrifugal Type Drive Shaft -------------------------------------------------- 1/4 in. Flex Shaft Rotating Direction ----------------------------------------- Counter-Clockwise viewed from top Cutter Head ------------------------------------------------- Nylon line head (2-line) with . 095 CrossfireTM Line capacity 6m (20 ft. ) Handle ------------------------------------------------------- Front - Loop and Right Rear Handle w/rubber grips Shoulder Harness ------------------------------------------ Optional Idle Speed RPM -------------------------------------------- 2, 400 - 3, 200 Wide Open Throttle Speed (W. O. T. ) RPM ------------- 8, 000 - 9, 000 11 12 ASSEMBLY WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from using non-approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO for use with these units. Tools Required: Screwdriver, Head Locking Tool, 17x19mm T-Wrench Parts Required: Plastic Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5mm x 16mm screws, Nylon Line Head PLASTIC SHIELD INSTALLATION (For Nylon Line Operation) NOTE The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes and install three (3) 5x16 mm screws. Install upper plate (A). B A NYLON LINE HEAD INSTALLATION C 1. Align hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (C). Thread line head onto PTO shaft by turning it counter clockwise until head is tight against upper plate. Remove locking tool (C). GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL FRONT HANDLE INSTALLATION 13 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. PRE - OPERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, harness, and handle can result in serious personal injury. Grass/Weed Blades Require: Install Blade Conversion Kit, P/N 99944200415 Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C). A B C 14 NOTE The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit. Brush/Clearing Blades Require: D Install U-Handle / Blade Conversion Kit, P/N 99944200521 - Includes metal shield (A), shoulder harness with hip pad (C), and U-Handles (D). A C Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING DANGER The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. Dull blades increase the chance of kick 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! 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade P/N 69600120331 is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 19 mm (3/4 in. ) diameter or larger. GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 15 80 Tooth Brush Blade (P/N 69500120331) is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 64 mm (2-1/2 in. ) diameter. 22 Tooth Clearing Blade (99944200130) is designed for dense thickets and saplings up to 64 mm (2-1/2 in. ) diameter. Use Shoulder/Waist Harness (P/N 99944200200) Use of the Shoulder/ Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer/Brush Cutter use. The Shoulder/Waist Harness suspends the trimmer from the operator's shoulder and reduces operator fatigue. The restrictive harness enhances operator safety by reducing the possibility of blade contact with the operator's hands and feet. NOTE In case of Emergency, pull up on the Quick Release Collar to disconnect the trimmer from the harness. 16 FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. [. . . ] DO NOT file the 'gullet' (radius) of the tooth with the flat file. IMPORTANT If an electric grinder is used, use care not to overheat teeth, do not allow tips/tooth to glow red or turn blue. This will change the temper of the blade and could result in blade failure. After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a square (sharp) corner. [. . . ]