Echo GT-2000 manual

Grass T rimmer Operator's Manual MODELS GT-2000 TYPE 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up Occasional Use GT-2400 TYPE 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up Commercial Use W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and [...]

2 I NTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job- dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages. W ARNING DANGER Read rules for sa[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 3 M ANUAL S AFETY S YMBOLS AND I MPORT ANT I NFORMA TION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol [...]

4 INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. • Inspect shield for damage and ensure that t[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 5 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer. FUEL W ARNING DANGER [...]

6 Physical Condition -- Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection -- Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the trimm[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 7 SAFE OPERA TION Determine Operation Area • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and[...]

8 EXTENDED OPERA TION / EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in th[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 9 D ESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and positioning of the front handle are necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged o[...]

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G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 11 1. OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation and keep in a safe place for future reference, i.e., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications. 2. SAFETY MANUAL - Included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation and keep in a safe place for future [...]

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G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 13 A SSEMBL Y Tools Required: Locking Tool PLASTIC SHIELD 1 . Snap the shield over the bearing housing. 2 . Install bolt (A), washer (B) and wing nut (C). NYLON LINE HEAD 1 . Align locating hole in locating plate with hole in bearing housing. 2 . Insert 1/8" dia. locking tool (D) (not included with [...]

14 P RE - O PERA TION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Stan[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 15 3 m (10 ft.) 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. After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at least[...]

16 EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel lieaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. • Inspect shield for damage and ensure that the cut-off knif[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 17 O PERA TION • 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 operatio[...]

18 5 . After engine fires or five (5) pulls, move choke lever to “Run” position. Hold throttle trigger fully depressed and pull starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs. Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. NOTE If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after 5 pulls, repeat ins[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 19 M AINTENANCE W ARNING DANGER Do not perform maintenance on engine or muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your trimmer ach[...]

20 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 - 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: Air Filter P/N 13031054130 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu- lated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2 . Remove the air cle[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 21 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) SP ARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: Spark Plug socket wrench and screw driver, Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. Parts Required: Spark Plug, GT-2000 NGK BPMR-7A GT-2400 CHAMPION RCJ-7Y 1 . Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean t[...]

22 NOTE The throttle linkage remains assembled to the cover and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 3 . Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4 . Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the starter and fuel tank. 5 . When i[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 23 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models (with limiter caps) Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. In addition, th[...]

24 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Non Emission Models (without limiter caps) Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). NOTE If carburetor has limiter caps follow "Carburetor Adjustment" procedures for Type 1E models on previous page. Basic Setting 1 . Stop engine and turn both LO (B) and HI (A) needles in, CW until t[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 25 LUBRICA TION Level 1. Tools Required: 8 mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver, Clean Rag. Parts Required: ECHO ® LUBE TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease. 1 . Remove plastic shield. 2 . Loosen bearing housing locating screw (A), at the top of the housing, remove mounting screw (B). 3 . Pull the fle[...]

26 5 . Place ends of line in the two notches (B) molded in the spool with 12.5 to 15.2 cm (5 to 6 in.) protruding. 6 . Place spool in housing against spring; thread line ends through housing eyelets (C) 7 . Align cover arrow with housing tab; push down on cover and twist clockwise until cover locks in place. 8 . Pull both lines out and trim to cut-[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 27 2 . Use one piece of new nylon line 6 m (20 ft.) long and thread through the molded loop on the spool. Pull line tight and adjust so one end is 15 cm (6 in.) longer than the other. 3 . Hold spool with words “THIS SIDE UP” facing you. Place index finger between the strands and wind line clockwise ([...]

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G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 29 S TORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) W ARNING DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Do no[...]

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ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT MANUALS Safety Manuals in English/Spanish or English/French are available, free of charge, from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com. Operator's and Parts Manuals are available by: • Downloading free from www.echo-usa.com • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts[...]