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PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES

•  90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty

•  30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty  

ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS

This ECHO two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide superior 

performance.  To help ensure the performance of the unit, it is required to use two-stroke oil which meets the ISO-L-EGD Standard per ISO/CD 

13738 and JASO M345/FC/FD Standards.

  ECHO Power Blend™ Two-Stroke Oil 

is a premium two-stroke oil specifically formulated to meet 

ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/FC/FD Standards.  The use of two-stroke oils designed for other applications, such as for outboard 

motors or lawnmowers can result in severe engine damage, and will void your two-stroke engine limited warranty. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY:

• 

Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due to the use of two-stroke oils 

that do not meet the ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/

FC/FD Standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD compliant and JASO M345/FC/

FD registered oil, will void the two-stroke engine limited warranty.  

ECHO Power Blend™ Two-Stroke Oil

 meets the ISO-L-EGD and JASO 

M345/FC/FD  Standard. Emission related parts are covered for 5 years residential use or 2 years commercial use regardless of two-stroke 

oil used, per the statement listed in the EPA or California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation. 

• 

damage caused by use of gasohol, containing methanol (wood alcohol), or gasoline containing less than 89 octane

.  Only use gasoline which 

contains 

89 octane or higher

. Gasohol which contains a 

maximum

 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) 

is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.

• 

Engine damage caused by use of ether or any starting fluids.  

• 

damage caused by tampering with engine speed governor or emission components, or running engines above specified and recommended 

engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual.

• 

Operation of the unit with improperly maintained/removed cutting shield or removed/damaged air filter.  

• 

damage caused by dirt, pressure or steam cleaning the unit, salt water, corrosion, rust, varnish, abrasives, and moisture.

• 

defects, malfunctions or failures resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, modifications, alterations, normal wear, improper servicing, or use 

of unauthorized attachments. 

• 

Incorrect storage procedures, stale fuel, including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator's 

manual.  Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is the customer’s responsibility.

• 

Failures due to improper set-up, pre-delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized ECHO servicing dealer during the 

warranty period.

• 

Certain 

parts and other items are not warranted, including but not limited to: lubricants, starter cords, and engine tune-ups. 

• 

Use of spark plugs other than those meeting performance and durability requirements of the OEM spark plug listed in the Operator's 

Manuals.

• 

Overheating or carbon scoring failures due to restricted, clogged exhaust port or combustion chamber, including damage to spark arrester 

screen.

• 

Adjustments after the first (30) thirty days and beyond, such as carburetor adjustment and throttle cable adjustment. 

• 

damage to gears or gear cases caused by contaminated grease or oil, use of incorrect type or viscosity of lubricants, and/or failure to comply 

with recommended grease or oil change intervals.

• 

damage caused by loading SHREd 'N' VAC

®

 

 beyond recommended capacity. 

• 

damage caused by pump or sprayer running dry, pumping or spraying caustic or flammable materials, or lack of or broken strainers. 

• 

Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use after operational problem or failure occurs. Should operational problem or 

failure occur, the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer.

It is a dealer’s and/or customer’s responsibility to complete and return the warranty registration card supplied with your ECHO product or by visiting 

WWW.ECHO-USA.COM

y

our receipt of purchase including date, model and serial number must be maintained and presented to an authorized 

ECHO servicing dealer for warranty service. Proof of purchase rests solely with the customer. Some states do not allow limitations on how long 

an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 

consequential damages, so you may also have other specific legal rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is given by ECHO 

Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Rd., Lake Zurich, IL 60047.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, including any warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE 

OR USE and any implied warranty of 

MERCHANTABILITY

 otherwise applicable to this product. ECHO and its affiliated companies shall not be 

liable for any special incidental or consequential damage, including lost profits. There are no warranties extended other than as provided herein. 

This limited warranty may be modified only by ECHO.

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Summary of Contents for Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter SRM-280

Page 1: ...y ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation Failure to do so could result in serous injury Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter Operat...

Page 2: ...rk Plug 20 Cooling System Cleaning 20 Exhaust System 21 Carburetor Adjustment 22 High Altitude Operation 22 Lubrication 23 Nylon Line Replacement 24 Sharpening Metal Blades 26 Troubleshooting 27 Stora...

Page 3: ...use blades String line only personal condition and safety equipment WARNING Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not...

Page 4: ...id Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Extended Ope...

Page 5: ...les and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for...

Page 6: ...tifying the engine emis sions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual WARNING Movin...

Page 7: ...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 PA...

Page 8: ...sing Assem bly just above the cutting attachment Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming operation This shield must be replaced with the steel shield for blade use...

Page 9: ...operation _______1 Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly ______ 1 Operator s Manual ______ 1 Safety Manual ______ 1 Warranty Registration Card _______ 1 Safety Glasses ______ 1 Nylon Trimmer Head ______ 1 w...

Page 10: ...nce trimmer line Tip To advance trimmer line tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed IMPORTANT Semi automatic nylon line heads must be used only with pl...

Page 11: ...ont handle location 1 Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is eq...

Page 12: ...tall these parts Blade Mounting Hardware New Cotter Pin New Cotter Pin New Cotter Pin New Cotter Pin WARNING DO NOT INSTALL BLADES ON GT CURVED SHAFT MODEL TRIMMERS Arbor diameter of Upper Blade Plate...

Page 13: ...Blade operation The Shoulder Waist Harness when used in a trimming operation with nylon line head suspends the trimmer from the operator s shoulder and reduces operator fatigue During blade operation...

Page 14: ...ds must be used Echo brand premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J...

Page 15: ...duce fuel spillage After use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your...

Page 16: ...and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly pull...

Page 17: ...P posi tion 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible in the Clear fuel return line 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Rap...

Page 18: ...d ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YE...

Page 19: ...e rubber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter cover fuel filter Level 1...

Page 20: ...stem Level 2 Tools required Cross Head Screwdriver 3 4 mm Hex Wrench Cleaning Brush 25 50 mm 1 2 in Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures co...

Page 21: ...ORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel ta...

Page 22: ...ts Required As needed Heat Shield 1 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove muffler cover 2 screws 2 Place piston at top dead center Remove muffler A heat shield B and eyeplate C 3 Use a woo...

Page 23: ...f the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 2 Tools re...

Page 24: ...or squeeze type tube Do not use high pressure grease gun DO NOT over fill Drive Shaft SRM 280 Only 1 Loosen two 2 screws B and remove center locating screw C Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft...

Page 25: ...evenly one on each side of barrier in the direction of arrow on bottom of spool 5 Place ends of lines into notches in spool leaving 6 in protruding 6 Feed ends of line outward through eyelets in drum...

Page 26: ...vibration and can result in blade failure Tool required Flatfile preferred Electricgrinderifspecialcareis used Round rat tail file for gullet radius 1 File each tooth at a 30 degree angle a specific n...

Page 27: ...s n r u T r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d...

Page 28: ...ace the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the sc...

Page 29: ...C FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15 or E 85...

Page 30: ...ill be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive sh...

Page 31: ...hments Incorrect storage procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the...

Page 32: ...ned built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to confo...

Page 33: ...Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter 33 Operator s Manual notes...

Page 34: ...34 notes...

Page 35: ...Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter 35 Operator s Manual notes...

Page 36: ...able 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 appli...

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