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    w arning Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides an Opera- tor's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Bed Redener Operator's Manual MODEL BRD-280 X750012083 01/1 1 X750231 1203[...]

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    2 Copyright© 201 1 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome 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. Y ou will nd both easy to use and full of he[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 3 s a f e t y m a n u a l s a f e t y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r t a n t I n f o r m a t I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of thos[...]

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    4 Physical Condition Y our 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 W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE require- ments whenever you operate the unit. H[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 5 w arning Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’ s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions [...]

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    6 An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONL Y , information on label varies by engine F AMIL Y). e q u I p m e n t w arning Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combi- nation. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, at[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 7 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 Shaft Decal d e s c r I p t I o n Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING i[...]

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    8 1. POWER HEAD - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter . 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 3. STOP SWITCH - "Slide Switch" mounted on top of the throttle [...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 9 a s s e m b l y Parts Requir ed: Power head, Drive Shaft Assembly d r I v e s h a f t / p o w e r h e a d 1. Stand power head upright on a level surface. 2. Loosen the two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) at engine drive shaft clamp, and remove center drive shaft location bolt (A). 3. Re[...]

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    10 5. T ighten two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) securely . a B B a B C D C D t h r o t t l e l I n k a g e a n d I g n I t I o n l e a d s 1. Close choke and remove air lter cover . 2. Place inner throttle cable in large hole of carburetor swivel (A). 3. Loosen nuts (B) and place threaded end of throttle linkage in bracket slot. Finger tighte[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 11 s u p p o r t h a n d l e Parts Requir ed: Support Handle, Lower Bracket, 4 - 5 x 35 mm screws NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Assemble front handle and bracket loosely to drive shaft. 2. Position front handle in comfortable operating position and tighten[...]

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    12 f u e l NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. w arning Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels [...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 13 IMPOR T ANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta- bilizer is added. IMPOR T ANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. AL W A YS shake fuel container thor - oughly before each use. Handling Fuel w arning Fuel [...]

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    14 s t a r t I n g c o l d e n g I n e w arning The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury . Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP posit[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 15 s t a r t I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. w arning The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachme[...]

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    16 NOTE For best results, use BRD redening blade (provided with unit) ONL Y for redening existing bed edges. For edging next to curbs, sidewalks, or other hard surfaces, remove redening blade and install ECHO Approved Premium Power Edger blade. Use of redening blade next to hard surfaces, can lead to premature blade wear . 1. Always gri[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 17 8. If shield clogs with mud or debris, do not hit unit against hard surfaces to clean, or damage to unit may occur . Stop engine and unclog shield with a suitable tool. IMPOR T ANT Be sure blade has completely stopped spinning before setting unit on concrete or other hard surface. Neve[...]

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    18 NOTE Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard surface and the top of the grass. 4. Loosen blade adjustment knob and adjust the blade’ s depth of cut to produce a ne cut between sidewalk and grass using a minimum blade depth, usually with about 13 mm (1/2 in.) of the blade into the ground. T ighten ad[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 19 m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s COMPONENT / SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ'D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Air Filter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C * R* Choke Inspect/Clean 1 I / C Fuel Filter Inspect 1 I * I / R * Fuel Cap Ga[...]

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    20 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. Parts r equired: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FIL TER KIT . 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter cover . Brush dirt from inside cover . 3. Remove air lter and [...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 21 s p a r k p l u g Level 2. Parts Requir ed: REPOWER TM T une-Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace w[...]

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    22 e x h a u s t s y s t e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Requir ed: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove two (2) mufer cover screws and mufer cover (A). 2. Place piston at T op Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder . 3. Remove spark arrestor screen (B), gasket (C) and exhaust guide (D) from mufer body [...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 23 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits[...]

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    24 Level 2. Parts r equired: None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer . 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary . If a tachometer is avail- able, idle speed screw (A) should be set t[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 25 b l a d e r e p l a c e m e n t / l u b r I c a t I o n Level 1. Parts Requir ed: POWER BLENDX TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease, Blade P/N 99944208000, split pin P/N 90030020022 NOTE Grease gear case every 15 - 25 hours of use. Replace blade when carbide tips have worn away [...]

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    26 8. Install inner blade adapter (B) onto PTO shaft (C). 9. Install and center new blade (F) onto inner xing plate (B), with longest side toward shield. 10. Install outer xing plate (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) rmly , counterclockwise (CCW). IMPOR T ANT Never reuse old split pin. 1 1. Install new split pin (A) to secure nut.[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 27 DangEr Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. T r a H C g n i T O O H S E L B U O r T M E L B O r P E n i g n E m e l b o r[...]

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    28 s t o r a g e w arning During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long T erm Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 29 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- BRD-280 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1791 mm (70.51 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 280 mm (1 1.02 in.) Height -----------------[...]

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    30 w a r r a n t y s t a t e m e n t s ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limi ted Warranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material an d workmanship . Under normal use and maintenance from dat[...]

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    B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 31 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES  ?[...]

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    32 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIW A BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE). New equi[...]

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    CONSUMER PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 Mon - Fri C.S.T . ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d L a k e Z u R i c h , iL 60047 www .echo-usa.com DEaLEr? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www .echo-usa.com S7071 1001001/S70711 002517 S70812001001/S70812 014074 s e r v I c I n g I n f o r m a t I o n p a r t s / s e r I a l n [...]