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TC-210

EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE)

© 9/2014 ECHO Inc.

X7504083607

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Avoid Hot Surfaces

• Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact

during and immediately after operation.

Equipment

Use only ECHO attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment
combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible 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.

• Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.

• Inspect shield for damage and that shield is securely in place. Replace if shield is damaged or missing.

• Check that the tines are firmly attached and in safe operating condition.

Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects
away from all openings.

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ALWAYS stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

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DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit.

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NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through
openings.

Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or
leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur.
Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using.

EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE)

EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III

The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification)
and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission
Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission
control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line
emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions). Evaporative
emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks.

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Summary of Contents for Operator's Manual

Page 1: ...ler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly ...

Page 2: ... and Safety Equipment 6 Equipment 9 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 9 EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 9 Description 11 Contents 13 Assembly 14 Operation 15 Fuel 15 Starting Cold Engine 17 Starting Warm Engine 18 Stopping Engine 19 Tilling Cultivating 19 Maintenance 21 Skill Levels 21 Maintenance Intervals 21 Air Filter 22 Fuel Filter 22 Spark Plug 23 Cooling System 23 Exhaust Syste...

Page 3: ...he Authorized ECHO Service 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 Consum...

Page 4: ...ct or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not av...

Page 5: ... Alert Carburetor Adjustment Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Carry unit with carry handle Wear hand and foot protection Use two handed DO NOT smoke near fuel Keep away from rotating tines Primer Bulb Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Ignition ON OFF DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear slip resis...

Page 6: ...rove your grip on the handles Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches cold environments and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling th...

Page 7: ...low all safety and operation instructions to minimize risk of injury Failure to follow instructions may result in painful wrist hand arm injuries 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 ...

Page 8: ... using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numbness or pain in the fingers hands wrists or arms The sooner RSI CTS is diagnosed the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages This unit is not insulated against electrical current Never touch wires d...

Page 9: ...ALWAYS stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running Moving parts may not be visible through openings Check fuel system for leaks du...

Page 10: ... label varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual ...

Page 11: ...unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information 12 13 3 6 10 7 1 2 8 9 10 11 4 14 15 5 16 17 Hot Label Tine Guard Label ...

Page 12: ...X Houses gears for driving tines 7 AIR CLEANER Contains replaceable filter element 8 RECOIL STARTER HANDLE 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 9 FUEL TANK CAP Covers and seals fuel tank opening 10 FUEL TANK Contains fuel and fuel filter 11 TINE GUARD Used to help deflect de...

Page 13: ...arts ____ 1 Power Head Shield Assembly ____ 1 Upper Handle Assembly ____ 1 Left Lower Handle ____ 1 Right Lower Handle ____ 2 Lower Handle Mounting Eye Plates ____ 1 Operator s Manual ____ 1 Emission Control Warranty Statement ____ 1 Warranty Registration Card ____ 1 Echo Power Blend X TM 2 stroke oil sample ____ 1 1 4 in x 3 in Hex Head Shoulder Bolt ____ 1 1 4 in x 3 1 4 in Hex Head Shoulder Bol...

Page 14: ...r C and locknut D in rear handle mounting holes DO NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS 5 Slide plastic carry handle onto lower handle tubes 6 Remove 2 1 4 x 1 1 4 carriage bolts F 2 1 4 lockwashers G and 2 1 4 nuts H from top handle assembly 7 Place top handle assembly between lower handles align mounting holes and install 2 1 4 x 1 1 4 carriage bolts F 2 1 4 lockwashers G and 2 1 4 nuts H Carriage bolts must be in...

Page 15: ...ine Metal cutters can can create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or other hard objects Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements Fuel Alternative fuels such as E 15 15 ethanol E 85 85 ethanol or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2 stroke gasoline engines Use of alternative fuels may cause performanc...

Page 16: ...lways loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel tank Wipe up spills immediately Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling Inspect for fuel leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit un...

Page 17: ...roughly before each use Starting Cold Engine The tines should not move at idle If tines move readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer otherwise serious personal injury may result 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A to RUN position 2 Choke Move choke lever B to Cold Start Position Throttle must remain at idle for starting 3 Purge...

Page 18: ...e engine RPM to operating speed Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible in the Clear fuel return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires or...

Page 19: ... Do not operate this unit indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Carry unit to tilling cultivating area using plastic carry handle and upper handle Avoid contact with tines or hot engine Check the area to be tilled or cultivated Look for any hazards and obstructions that could contribute to unsafe conditions Remove all rocks debris and other materials that could become jammed in the tines Do ...

Page 20: ...oil slowly Allow tiller to work the same area until desired depth is reached Big Weeds Tough Roots Rock tiller back and forth over tough spot until the tines slice through the roots or weeds Digging Holes Hold tiller in place and allow tines to dig down into the soil Allow tines to dig approximately 6 8 inches deep then lift unit up and out Remove loose soil with shovel or rake Resume digging with...

Page 21: ...ulty Some specialized tools may be required ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LETTER CODES I INSPECT R REPLACE C CLEAN IMPORTANT NOTE Time intervals shown are maximum Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES 1 Apply lithium based grea...

Page 22: ...t Section Fuel Filter Level 1 Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious personal injury may result 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Use a hook to pull the fuel line and filter from the tank 3 Remove the filter A from the line and install the new filter Note Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 ...

Page 23: ...ss freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of c...

Page 24: ... into the muffler grill slots and the stop switch lead is seated in the relief notch Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove starter cover and cylinder cover 2 Remove exhaust guide A gasket B and screen C from muffler body 3 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 4 Replace screen if...

Page 25: ...ngine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment Level 2 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 Operation This en...

Page 26: ...ed needle midway between full CCW and CW clockwise stops 4 Idle Speed Adjustment Start engine and turn idle speed adjustment screw C CW until the tines begin to turn then turn the screw CCW until tines stop turning Turn screw CCW an additional 1 4 turn 5 Accelerate to full throttle for 2 3 seconds to clear excess fuel from engine then return to idle Accelerate to full throttle to check for smooth ...

Page 27: ...r gloves to protect hands from sharp blades Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before removing or installing tines Contact with revolving tines will cause severe injury 1 Remove retaining pin E and slide tine from shaft 2 Remove weeds etc from tines and wash dirt from unit 3 Clean accumulated dirt and debris form gear housing and tine shaft 4 Select Tilling or Cultivating position and inst...

Page 28: ...k at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace Clean or replace Replace plug Engine runs but dies or does not accelerate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wea...

Page 29: ...p 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 screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel tank completely Press purge bulb 6 7 times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again Close choke start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel 7 ...

Page 30: ... 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Power Blend XTM or ECHO Red Armor ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 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 Oil Power Blend XTM or ECHO Red Armor Premium Universal 2 Str...

Page 31: ...CATION 5 YEAR WARRANTY All units for residential or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for YH HDUV from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS RU WZR VWURNH HQJLQH SRZHUHG SURGXFWV WKH HOHFWURQLF LJQLWLRQ PRGXOH ÀH LEOH GULYH FDEOHV 650 VROLG GULYH VKDIWV DQG 7 WLQHV are warranted for the OLIH of the product on parts only XWWLQJ DWWDFKPHQWV VXFK DV EXW QRW OLPLWHG WR EDUV FKDLQ...

Page 32: ...chments QFRUUHFW VWRUDJH SURFHGXUHV VWDOH IXHO LQFOXGLQJ IDLOXUH WR SURYLGH RU SHUIRUP UHTXLUHG PDLQWHQDQFH VHUYLFHV DV SUHVFULEHG LQ WKH RSHUDWRU V manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is the customer s responsibility DLOXUHV GXH WR LPSURSHU VHW XS SUH GHOLYHU VHUYLFH RU UHSDLU VHUYLFH E DQ RQH RWKHU WKDQ DXWKRUL HG 2 VHUYLFLQJ GHDOHU GXULQJ WKH warranty period HUWD...

Page 33: ...oduct on line It s FAST and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration If you do not have access to the Internet you can complete the form below and mail to ECHO Inc Product Registration PO Box 1139 Lake Zur...

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