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DSRM-200

INTRODUCTION

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© 3/2014 ECHO Inc.

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. You will find this manual both easy to use and 
full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

The Instruction Manual

Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, 
maintenance, storage, and assembly specific to this product.

SERVICING INFORMATION

Parts/Serial Number

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 housing. For future reference, 
write them in the space provided below.

Model No. _________________ S.N. ___________________

Service

Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an authorized ECHO servicing 
dealer. For the name and address of the authorized ECHO servicing dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or 
call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your 
unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

ECHO Consumer Product Support

If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this 
product you may call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1-800-673-1558 from 8:30 am to 
4:30 pm (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial 
number of your unit.

Warranty Registration

To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage it is important that you register your ECHO equipment on-line at 
www.ECHO-USA.com or by filling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your 
product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it 
necessary to contact you.

Additional or Replacement Manuals

Replacement Operator and Parts Catalogs

 are available from your authorized ECHO dealer or at 

www.ECHO-USA.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 
(800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information.

Summary of Contents for DSRM-200

Page 1: ...Hazard The gear case and surrounding area may become extremely hot Always keep clear of gear case area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Some of the dust created by this product contains che...

Page 2: ...ty Equipment 5 Equipment 8 Operation 11 Description 12 Safety Decals 12 Contents 14 Assembly 15 Nylon Line Head Installation 15 To Advance Trimmer Line 15 Remove Nylon Line Head 15 Support Handle Adju...

Page 3: ...or the name and address of the authorized ECHO servicing dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site When presenting your unit...

Page 4: ...ded The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This sy...

Page 5: ...al landscape maintenance company to handle the job Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety preca...

Page 6: ...ion Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit Dust masks can provide protection again...

Page 7: ...ead neck feet ankles hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill...

Page 8: ...tle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles Keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times DO NOT stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces...

Page 9: ...ppliances Indoors When not in use appliances should be stored indoors in dry and high or locked up place out of reach of children To reduce the risk of injury to persons do not operate without debris...

Page 10: ...CHARGE battery only in proper temperature range of 0 C to 45 C 32 F to 113 F Use only the correct ECHO charger that is designed for the type and size battery for this unit Check battery for damage es...

Page 11: ...aware of what lies in the path of the trimmer head at all times NEVER work in the dark or when visibility of the work area is poor ALWAYS be alert for changes in operation that could signal a problem...

Page 12: ...y decals on your unit 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 ordered from your authorized ECHO dealer S...

Page 13: ...adually for best operating technique 8 THROTTLE HANDLE FOR RIGHT HAND Contains Stop Switch Throttle Lockout and Throttle Trigger 9 POWER HEAD Houses Motor and Battery 10 PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD ASSEMBLY...

Page 14: ...on check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or authorized ECHO dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts Some units may be factory pre assembled The...

Page 15: ...ebris shield with cut off knife Using nylon line heads with metal debris shield can result in trimmer damage caused by operation with excessive line length Note Your nylon line head may appear differe...

Page 16: ...itioned to prevent 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 Note The battery comes pa...

Page 17: ...rol and possible serious injury Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown 1 Slide the stop switch A to the I position Note Red LED...

Page 18: ...ED remains lit operation is normal If the LED is off battery pack was installed when the stop switch was at the I position Slide stop switch to the 0 position and then return to the I position If the...

Page 19: ...enance will help your trimmer achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools you may want to take your unit to your authorized ECHO servicing dealer for maintenance G...

Page 20: ...peration When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed Feed head are worn smooth or if holes appear replacement of the cover or the entire Speed Feed head is required Battery Removal 1 R...

Page 21: ...om charger clean contacts and reinstall battery into charger If battery is outside acceptable temperature range 0 C to 45 C or 32 F to 113 F LED remains RED Remove battery from charger and warm or coo...

Page 22: ...ack not installed properly Check the battery pack installation Unit does not run when switched on Battery pack discharged Grass jammed Battery pack too hot Charge the battery pack Turn off the unit an...

Page 23: ...bris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nuts 6 Cover the battery compartment of power head 7 Store unit in a dry dust...

Page 24: ...ECHO Incorporated participates in the the Rechargable Battery Recycling Corporation RBRC program ECHO has prepaid so that our customers can responsibly dispose of batteries PLEASE DO NOT throw batter...

Page 25: ...top Cutter Head Speed Feed 400 LH Nylon line head Line capacity 6 0 m 20 ft Handle front loop Battery Type Li ion Battery Pack Voltage 36 Volts Battery Charge Life 300 Battery Charger Type CVCC Batte...

Page 26: ...ounter exchange program Any ECHO product re built other than by ECHO or sold through an unauthor ized dealer or an unauthorized outlet store is sold without ECHO s limited warranty coverage The ECHO L...

Page 27: ...DSRM 200 NOTES X7508161200 27 3 2014 ECHO Inc NOTES...

Page 28: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www echo usa com 28 T90000001001 T90000999999...

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