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Grass Trimmer
Operator's Manual
MODELS GT-201
Serial Number 002001001 & Up
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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.
X770000170
X7702272300
06/00
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2 INTRODUCTION 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. 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
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IMPORTANT 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 op
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4 INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS SYMBOL SYMBOL SYMBOL SYMBOL FORM/ SYMBOL 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 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 muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. FUEL WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme ca
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6 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING 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 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
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GRASS TRIMMER 7 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area • Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. 15M (50 FT.) • 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 than 15M (50 ft.) while the trimmer is in use. Operation Use Proper Clothing & Equipment • Before starting the
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8 EXTENDED OPERATION/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 the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown. • Keep your body war
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GRASS TRIMMER 9 OPERATOR'S MANUAL DESCRIPTION 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 or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. AIR INDEX TAG The Air Index Tag indicates, for EMISSION CONTROL purposes of consumer awareness,
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GRASS TRIMMER 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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 techniques. 3. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the Drive Shaft assembly. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition
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12 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GT-201 Length 1400 mm (55.1 in.) Width 310 mm (12.2 in.) Height 385 mm (15.2 in.) Weight (dry) w/Cutter Head 4.35 kg (9.6 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.268 in.) 26.0 mm (1.02 in.) Stroke Displacement 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.) Exhaust Spark Arrestor Muffler w/catalyst Carburetor Zama diaphragm model w/purge Ignition System Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge Spark Plug NGK BPM-7Y (0.65 mm (0.026 in.) Fuel Mixed (Ga
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GRASS TRIMMER 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL ASSEMBLY Tools Required: Locking Tool (not included). (Use 1/8 in. diameter or B less metal bar or small screwdriver.) A C 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 locking hole in upper plate with hole in bearing housing. D 2. Insert 1/8" dia. locking tool (D) (not included with unit) and remove plastic retaining sleeve. Thread cutting attachment onto PTO shaft clockwi
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14 PRE - OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements R + M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline or 2 gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 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 JASO FC standards, must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inade
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GRASS TRIMMER 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at least 3 M (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. 3M (10 FT.) Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, air tight container. Store in
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16 DETERMINE OPERATION AREA 15M (50 FT.) • 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 than 15M (50 ft.) while the trimmer is in use. OPERATION • 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 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zon
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GRASS TRIMMER 17 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING DANGER Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc. which could be thrown by the cutting attachment when starting. Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15m (50 feet) from starting area, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 4. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires
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18 STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Stop Switch - Stop. Move stop switch button (A) to STOP position. WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. A Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using trimmer again. NOTE Refer to the Grass Trimmer / Brush Cutter Safety Manual for proper and safe trimming techniques. MAINTENANCE Your ECHO trimmer is designe
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GRASS TRIMMER 19 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Daily or 3 Months 6 Months Every Component/System Maintenance Procedure Before or 90 or 270 Yearly Refuel Use Hours Hours Air Filter Clean / Replace I / C R * Fuel Strainer Clean / Replace IR Fuel Line Inspect II I Carburetor Inspect / Rebuild / Replace I / C R (1) Choke System Inspect / Clean / Replace I / C I / C Cooling System Inspect / Clean I / C Muffler Spark Inspect / Clean I / C Arrestor Cylinder Exhaust Port Inspect / Clean / Deca
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20 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. 3. If element can be cleaned a
