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1.

POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the Driveshaft 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.

DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY - Factory Assembled to the Power Head.  Includes the Rear (right hand) Handle Assem-

bly, Bearing Housing Assembly, Throttle Trigger, Front (loop, left hand) Handle Assembly, Flexible Drive Cable and

Safety Decals.

5.

RAPID LOADER

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 HEAD - Contains replaceable nylon trimming lines.

6.

PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD ASSEMBLY - Included in plastic bag (co-pack). MUST be installed on unit before use,

see Assembly Instructions.  Shield assembly includes the Cut-Off Knife. Mounts on the Gear Housing Assembly just

above the cutting attachment. Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming opera-

tion.

7.

CUT-OFF KNIFE - Trims line to the correct length.

8.

THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.  During acceleration, press trigger gradually

for best operating technique.

9.

STOP SWITCH - "TOGGLE SWITCH" mounted on the engine. Move switch UP to RUN, DOWN to STOP.

10. TOP GUARD - Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from hot engine.

11. SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER -The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise

and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep

exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

12. FUEL TANK - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

13. i-30 Recoil Starter/Handle - i30 spring-assisted recoil starter  requires 30% less pulling force than standard recoil

starter.  Pull handle slowly until starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  When engine starts, return handle slowly.

DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

14. FUEL TANK CAP - Cover and seals fuel tank opening.

15. PURGE BULB - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from the

carburetor.  Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.  Pump purge bulb

an additional 4 or 5 times.

16. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable filter element.

17. CHOKE - Located at the rear of the air cleaner housing. Move choke lever to "Cold Start" (

) to close choke for

cold starting. Move choke lever to "Run" (

) position to open choke.

18. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

Summary of Contents for GT-200R - 07-07

Page 1: ...rator s Manual MODEL GT 200R WARNING Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation X771000741...

Page 2: ...ions in your PAS Attachment Operator s Manual DANGER To locate your nearest Echo dealer visit our website at www echo usa com or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Ask how to obtain a FREE Safety Video Echo s s...

Page 3: ...NLY BEWARE THROWN RICOCHET OBJECTS CAUTION Thesafetyalertsymbolaccompaniedbytheword CAUTION callsattentiontoanactorcondition whichmayleadtominorormoderatepersonalinjury ifnotavoided SAFETY MANUAL SAFE...

Page 4: ...head neck feet ankles hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigor ous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fil...

Page 5: ...e repetitive move ment Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wr...

Page 6: ...ble for the failure of cutting devices attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual P...

Page 7: ...that you understand and follow the instructions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDER INGinstructionsforspecificinformation P N 89022809560 S...

Page 8: ...9 STOP SWITCH TOGGLE SWITCH mounted on the engine Move switch UP to RUN DOWN to STOP 10 TOP GUARD Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from hot engine 11 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER...

Page 9: ...S SB PE SAFETY MANUAL Misuse may result in serious or fatal injuries You must read under stand and follow these safety instructions and the instructions in the Operator s Manual before operating a Mod...

Page 10: ...A 3 Place large washer B then line head C on threaded shaft followed by small metal washer D and locknut E 4 Install3 8 24locknutusing14 5mm 9 16in wrench Turnlocknut clockwise and tighten securely I...

Page 11: ...requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2 stroke gasoline engines Use of alternative fuels may cause performance prob lems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operat...

Page 12: ...rranty Explanation IMPORTANT EchopremiumPowerBlendXTM Universal2 StrokeOilmaybe mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals...

Page 13: ...times 4 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open...

Page 14: ...sible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Rap...

Page 15: ...s n I 2 C I r e t l i F l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 I R s k a e L m e t s y S l e u F e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 1 3 I 3 R I m e t s y S g n i l o o C n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I r o t s...

Page 16: ...ter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Installairfiltercover NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning...

Page 17: ...n cleaningbrush Parts Required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away...

Page 18: ...soft metal brush Parts Required Screen Gasket 1 Remove engine cover see Cooling System Cleaning for step by step instructions 2 Remove spark arrestor screen cover A gasket B and screen C frommufflerb...

Page 19: ...sted when operating the engine below 1 000 feet MSL otherwise severe engine damage can result Level2 Tools required Screwdriver Tachometer ECHOP N99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run...

Page 20: ...cating screw A at the top of the housing loosen mounting screw B and remove gear case from drive housing 3 Pull the flexible drive shaft C from the drive housing wipe clean and recoat with a thin coat...

Page 21: ...e v i t c e f e d g u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r...

Page 22: ...ace the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screw...

Page 23: ...D13738 andJ A S O M345 FC 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 fue...

Page 24: ...number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your ECHO equipment on line a...

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