Echo GT-2000, GT-2000 Type 1E, GT-2400, GT-2400 Type 1E manual

Grass T rimmer Operator's Manual MODELS GT-2000 Serial Number 001001 & Up Occasional Use GT-2000 T ype 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up Occasional Use GT-2400 Serial Number 001001 & Up Commercial Use GT-2400 T ype 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up Commercial Use W ARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. E[...]

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 S AFETY DECALS Locate these safety decals on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate them. 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 be order[...]

4 INTERNA TIONAL SYMBOLS WEAR HAND AND FOOT PROTECTION KEEP BYSTANDERS AND HELPERS AWAY 15 M (50 FT.). DO NOT USE BLADES. STRING LINE ONLY DO NOT EXCEED 10,000 RPM. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARDS AND SHIELDS IN PLACE. BEWARE - THROWN, RICOCHET OBJECTS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION SYMBOL FORM/ SHAPE SYMBOL DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION SYMBOL FORM/ SHAPE[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 5 Spark Arrestor - Catalytic Muffler/Muffler • The muffler or catalytic muffler controls the exhaust noise and emissions. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Make sure the spark arrestor screen is in good repair and properly seated in the muffle[...]

6 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. Physical Condition -- Your judgment and physical dexterity may not[...]

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[...]

10 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 reference to learn proper, safe operating tec[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 11 S PECIFICA TIONS L E D O M0 0 0 2 - T G0 0 4 2 - T G h t g n e L) . n i 1 . 5 5 ( m m 0 0 4 1) . n i 1 . 9 5 ( m m 0 0 5 1 h t d i W ) . n i 0 . 3 1 ( m m 0 3 3 t h g i e H ) . n i 2 . 4 1 ( m m 0 6 3 d a e H r e t t u C / w ) y r d ( t h g i e W) . b l 3 . 9 ( g k 2 . 4) . b l 9 . 9 ( g k 5 . 4 e p y[...]

12 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 unit) and thread cutting attachment onto shaf[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 13 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 [...]

14 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 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the [...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 15 15 m (50 ft.) • Check that front (loop) handle and shoulder strap/ or shoulder/waist harness are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. See Assembly for proper adjustment. • Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer. • Do not use any attachment, accessory or replacement part[...]

16 ST ARTING COLD ENGINE W ARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1 . Stop Switch - Start/Run . Move stop switch button (A) away from th[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 17 ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE W ARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1 . Stop Switch - Start/[...]

18 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 achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not [...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 19 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1 . Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accu[...]

20 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: 90064 REPOWER TM TUNE-UP KIT 1 . Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 21 1 . Remove spark plug lead and throttle linkage end from the carbure- tor swivel. 2 . Remove the four screws that retain the cover. Two at the top of the Recoil Starter, two on either side of the front. Lift the cover from the[...]

22 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, the carburetor is equipped with HI and LO needl[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 23 Idle Speed Adjustment Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (C) CW (clockwise) until cutting attachment begins to turn, then turn screw out CCW (counter clock- wise) until attachment stops turning. Turn screw out, CCW an addi- tional 1/4 turn. W ARNING DANGER Cutting attachment must not turn wh[...]

24 LUBRICA TION Level 1. Tools Required: 8mm 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 flexible drive shaft (C) from the housing, wipe c[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 25 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 pl[...]

26 2 . Use one piece of new nylon line 6m (20 ft.) long and thread through the molded loop on the spool. Pull line tight and adjust so one end is 15cm (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 (follow direc- tion of arrow molded in spool), t[...]

G RASS T RIMMER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 27 T ROUBLESHOOTING m e l b o r P d r a h s t r a t s - - e n i g n E t r a t s t o n s e o d - - e n i g n E e s u a Cy d e m e R e n i g n E s k n a r C t a l e u F r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o N r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u F d e g g o l c e n i l l e u F r o t e r u b [...]

28 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 not store your unit for a prolonged period of t[...]

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S ER VICING I NFORMA TION P ARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write [...]