Echo SRM - 2400SB manuale d’uso

Grass T rimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODELS, T ype 1E SRM - 2100SB Serial Number 0508702 - 0533423 SRM - 2400SB Serial Number 0504696 - 0563000 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 safe oper[...]

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 operating tips and SAFETY messages. W ARNING DANGER Read rules for saf[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 3 This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited. COUPLER M ANUAL S AFETY S YMBOLS A[...]

4 Shaft Decal W ARNING DANGER • This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the Operator's and Safety manuals. • Blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield in place. Operators, helpers and bystande[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 5 Hot Surface Carburetor adjustment - Idle speed Carburetor adjustment - High speed mixture Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Read and understand Operator's Manual. Wear eyes, ears and head protection Emergency stop Fuel and oil mixture Finger Severing Carburetor adjust[...]

6 FUEL W ARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. [...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 7 Eye Protection -- Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the trimmer. Hand Protection -- Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the Brush Cutter handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hand[...]

8 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 children and animals prevented from coming nearer [...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 9 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 bur[...]

10 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ MODELS SRM-2400SB SRM-2100SB √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ D ESCRIPTION The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 11 EMISSION CONTROL Type 1E Models 1 2 23 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). Emission Control Label located on Engine (EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by FAMILY). 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATI[...]

12 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 to learn proper, safe operating techniques. Keep in a safe place for future refer[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 13 S PECIFICA TIONS * Install and use U-Handle when operating any model with blade. **The RPM range shown applies for all attachments. Refer to your attachment Operator's Manual "Specifications" section for proper RPM specifications. MODEL SR M- 2100SB SR M- 2400SB Sh af t L[...]

14 A SSEMBL Y ECHO APPROVED OPTIONAL A TT ACHMENTS W ARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments for these models. Serious injury may result from the use of non approved attachment combinations. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and attachment manual. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cuttin[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 15 POWER HEAD SHAFT / LOWER SHAFT ASSEMBL Y Tools Required: None Parts Required: Power Head Shaft, Lower Shaft Assembly 1 . Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface. 2 . Loosen clamping knob (A). 3 . Pull locator pin (B) and rotate counter clockwise 1/4 turn to lock out position. 4[...]

16 NYLON LINE HEAD INST ALLA TION Tools Required: Head Locking Tool Parts Required: Nylon Line Head. 1 . Align locking hole in upper plate (B) with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (A). 2 . Remove plastic sleeve from P.T.O. shaft (C). 3 . Be sure upper plate (B) remains on P.T.O. shaft. 4 . Thread line head onto P.T.O. sha[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 17 P RE - O PERA TION OPERA TION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions include[...]

18 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, 3/4" in. (19 mm) diameter or larger. Brush/Clearing Blade P/N 69500120331 is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 3" in. (76 mm) diameter. Use Shoulder/Waist Harness P/N 9994[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 19 Handling Fuel -- W ARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under[...]

20 IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel con- tainer thoroughly before each use. EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 21 O PERA TION • Provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing.[...]

22 All Models The starting procedures is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. W ARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If cutting attach- ment moves, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjust- ment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury ma[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 23 3 . Start - Pull Rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until the engine fires. NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. STOPPING ENGINE 1 . Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2 . Stop Switch - St[...]

2 4 MAINTENANCE INTER V ALS / T N E N O P M O C M E T S Y S E C N A N E T N I A M E R U D E C O R P D ' Q E R L L I K S L E V E L R O Y L I A D E R O F E B E S U Y R E V E L E U F E R 3 S H T N O M 0 9 R O S R U O H 6 S H T N O M 0 7 2 R O S R U O H Y L R A E Y 0 0 6 S R U O H s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M r e l a e D o h c E d e d[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 25 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 1" or 2" medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: SRM-2100SB 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. SRM-2400SB 90030 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1 . Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt fro[...]

26 SP ARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: Scrench (combination socket wrench and screwdriver), Feeler gauge (preferably a wire gauge) , Brush. Parts Required: Spark Plug, S R M-2100SB NGK BPM-7A SRM-2400SB NGK BPM-7Y 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 sa[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 27 3 . Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. IMPORTANT Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4 . Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 5 . Assemble components in reverse order. NOTE When instal[...]

28 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SRM-2100SB Emission Models 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 needle adjust- [...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 29 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SRM-2400SB Emission Models 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. This carb[...]

30 Drive Shaft (Lower) IMPORTANT Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high tempera- ture automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result. 1 . Loosen two clamping bolts (A) and remove locator screw (B). 2 . Remove gear case assembly from lower drive shaft housing. 3 . Re[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 31 NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT Level 1. Tools required: Head locking tool (if head is to be removed) Parts Required: ECHO 0.095" Nylon Trimmer Line 12 m (40 ft.) long. 1 . Hold drum (A) and turn spool (B) CW (clockwise) until it stops. Pull spool from drum. DO NOT push in on spool when tur[...]

32 SHARPENING MET AL BLADES Three styles of metal blades are approved for use on the ECHO Brush Cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professional service. Before sharpening, CLOSELY inspect blade for cracks (look at the bottom of each tooth and the center mounting hole c[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 33 T ROUBLESHOOTING Pr ob l em E ng i n e -- s ta rts ha rd En gin e - - does n ot st ar t Ca u s e Re m e dy En gin e Cr a n k s Fu el a t car bu r et or No fuel a t car bu r et or Fu e l st r ain er cl ogged Fu e l l in e cl o gged Ca r bu r e t or C l ean C l ean Se e y o u r E C H O de[...]

34 S TORAGE Long T erm Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1 . Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. W ARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or r[...]

G RASS T RIMMER /B RUSH C UTTER O PERA TOR ' S M ANUAL 35 NOTES[...]

ECHO Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Technical Publications Orders 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 and Serial Number of the unit with y[...]