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Grass Trimmer
Operator's Manual
MODEL GT-2000EZR
Serial Number 03001001 - 03999999
WARNING 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
operation.
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GRASS TRIMMER 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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 accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal IMPORTANT The enclosed message injury to operator and
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4 INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS SYMBOL SYMBOL SYMBOL SYMBOL SYMBOL FORM/ SYMBOL FORM/ SYMBOL FORM/ SYMBOL FORM/ DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION SHAPE SHAPE SHAPE SHAPE DO NOT ALLOW Read and understand FUEL AND OIL FLAMES OR Operator's Manual. EMERGENCY STOP MIXTURE SPARKS NEAR FUEL. WEAR EYES, EARS IGNITION ENGINE CHOKE FINGER SEVERING AND HEAD CONTROL. ON/OFF PROTECTION WEAR SLIP HOT CARBURETOR PRIMER RESISTANT SURFACE ADJUSTMENT FOOT WEAR
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GRASS TRIMMER 5 OPERATOR'S MANUAL EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold -- To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which following: affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and or twisted position. Instead try to maintai
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6 SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. Keep A Firm Grip Hold the front and rear handles with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling the handles Keep A Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slipper
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GRASS TRIMMER 7 OPERATOR'S MANUAL CONTENT LIST _____ 1 - Trimmer Assembly _____ - Power Head _____ - Drive Shaft Assembly _____ 1 - Plastic Bag (Co-Pack) _____ - Operator's Manual _____ - Safety Manual _____ - Shield Assembly _____ 1 - Nylon Trimmer Head _____ - 12, 8 in. x .080 Pre-cut Nylon Line _____ - Hardware Bag _____ - 1, Locking Tool _____ - 1, Locknut 3/8-24 _____ - 1, Small Washer _____ - 1, Large Washer 10 18 _____ - Warranty Card & Limited Warranty _____ - Safety Glasses _____ - Oil
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8 1. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the Drive shaft assembly. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP - Rear (right hand) handle. 3. FRONT HANDLE - The Front (loop) handle is factory assembled to the Drive Shaft assembly but must be re- positioned for proper cutting attitude and operator comfort. 4. DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - Factory Assembled to the Power Head. Includes the Rear (right hand) Handle Assembly, Bearing Housing Assembly, Throttle Trigg
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GRASS TRIMMER 9 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GT-2000EZR Length 1405 mm ( 55.3 in.) Width 315 mm (12.4 in.) Height 360 mm (14.2 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head 4.55 kg (10.0 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.268 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.04 in.) Displacement 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.) Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Muffler Carburetor Zama diaphragm modelw/primer IgnitionSystem Flywheelmagneto, capacitor discharge NGK BPM-7A Gap 0.65 mm (0.0
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10 ASSEMBLY B PLASTIC SHIELD A C Tools Required: None 1. Remove wing nut (C), washer (B), and bolt (A). 2. Snap the shield over the bearing housing. 3. Install bolt (A), washer (B) and wing nut (C). NYLON LINE HEAD Tools Required: Head Locking Tool, 9/16 in. Socket TM Parts Required: Rapid Loader Head. A 1. Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve from PTO shaft. 2. Align locating hole in upper plate with hole in bearing housing and insert 1/8 in. diameter locking tool (A). 3. Place large washer th
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GRASS TRIMMER 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FRONT (LOOP) HANDLE E NOTE Front handle is pre-installed. Re-positioning and tightening is all that is required. 1. Position front handle (E) in comfortable operating position and tighten wing nut (F). The cutting attachment should be 5cm- 7.5cm (2 in. -3 in.) above the ground and as level as possible. F PRE - OPERATION FUEL Handling Fuel Fuel Requirements R + M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known 2 to be good quality. Gasol
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12 Storage IMPORTANT Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some your local government for the laws affecting states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering approved, air tight container. Store in a well information. ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Do not store fuel longer After
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GRASS TRIMMER 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL OPERATION STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER Never leave the ignition switch in the on position while the unit is unattended. Never allow partial tension to remain in the starter, otherwise serious personal injury may result. WARNING DANGER Never attempt to disassemble this recoil starter otherwise serious personal injury may result. See your Echo Dealer if the starter handle will not operate using light pulling force. NOTE Energy is stored in the st
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14 4. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Gently pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires or 2 to 3 engine engagements. 5. Choke After engine fires or 2 to 3 engine engagements, move choke lever D 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
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GRASS TRIMMER 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL STOPPING ENGINE 1. Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting engine off. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) to STOP position. A WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using trimmer again. MAINTENANCE Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free servic
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16 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Daily or 3 Months 6 Months Every Ce omponent/System Maintenance Procedur Before or90 or270 Yearly Refuel Use Hours Hours Ae ir Filter Inspect / Replac I* /C R Fe uelStrainer Inspect / Replac IR Fe uelLine Inspect / Replac II Ce arburetor Inspect / Clean/ Replac I) /C R (1 Ce hoke System Inspect / Clean/ Replac I /C Cn ooling System Inspect / Clea I /C Muffler Spark Inspect / Clean I /C Arrestor Drive Shaft (Flex Grease I (2) Cable Models) Sn tarter Rope Inspect / Clea I
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GRASS TRIMMER 17 OPERATOR'S MANUAL AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. TM Parts required: 90008 REPOWER 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 accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace.
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18 SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: Spark Plug socket wrench and screw driver, Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. TM Parts Required: 90064 REPOWER 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 sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.). 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) COOLING SYSTE
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GRASS TRIMMER 19 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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 engine and lay to the front of the trimmer. 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 th
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20 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required. High Altitude Adjustment High altitude adjustment is not required for proper operation of this engine. Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017). Parts required: Non
