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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter

Operator's Manual

MODEL

SRM-211
SRM-211U

Serial Number 002001001 - 02999999

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.

X7702272400

X770000180

06/00

Summary of Contents for SRM-211

Page 1: ...DEL SRM 211 SRM 211U Serial Number 002001001 02999999 WARNING DANGER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation X7702272400 X770000180 06 00 ...

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Page 3: ...fety decals on your unit The complete unit illustration found in the DESCRIPTION section will help you locate them 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 orderedfromyourECHOdealer SeePARTSORDERINGinstructions forspecificinformation DEBRISSHIELDDECAL P N 89016841031 Metal Debris Shield WARNING DANGER Th...

Page 4: ...y after releasing throttle Keep hands and feet clear of blade cutting attachment unless engine is shut off and cutting attachment is not moving INSPECTBLADESBEFOREUSE DONOTUSEDAMAGED CRACKED BENT DULLOR IMPROPERLYSHARPENEDBLADES Do not remove shields modify the unit or install attachments or parts not approved by ECHO Approved attachment information and replacement Operator s and Safety Manuals ar...

Page 5: ...Check that front loop handle and optional shoulder strap or shoulder waist harness are adjusted for safe comfortable operation See Assembly for proper adjustment Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer Do not use any attachment accessory or replacement part unless it is recommended in the Operator s Manual Spark Arrestor Catalytic Muffler Muffler The muffler or catalytic muffle...

Page 6: ...me states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After Refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting After Use DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank Leaks can occur Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container 3 M 10 FT MINIMUM...

Page 7: ...ds Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DO NOT WEAR SHORTS DO NOT WEAR TIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy work shoes with non skid soles DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase op...

Page 8: ...tive Equipment and clothing WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death AvoidHotSurfaces During operation the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing and the muffler or catalytic muffler cover area may become very hot Avoid contact during and immediately after operation ...

Page 9: ...believed that overusing the muscles 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 developing a Repetitive Stress Injury RSI AnextremeRSIconditionisCarpalTunnelSyndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs ...

Page 10: ...cBag co pack 1 Operator s Manual 1 Safety Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 1 LimitedWarrantyStatement 1 Plastic shield 1 Plastic Bag 1 shield plate 3 5mmx15mmscrews shieldmtg 1 Tool Bag 1 8mmx10mmwrench 1 scrench 1 lockingtool 1 NylonTrimmerHead 1 Safety Glasses 1 2 StrokeOilSample 2 6oz SRM 211U Additional Co Pack 1 U Handlew throttle 1 Plastic Bag 1 metalshield 1 shieldbracket 1 plastic bag 1...

Page 11: ... a Combo Kit must be installed DedicatedBladeCapable Model SRM 211U include both the Blade Conversion Kit and U Handle Kit EMISSION CONTROL California Tier 2 The emission control system for these engines are EM EngineModification An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLEONLY informationonlabelvariesbyengineFAMILY AIRINDEXTAG The Air Index Tag indicates for purposes of c...

Page 12: ...12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 17 19 20 21 3 7 12 13 14 15 16 18 22 23 24 25 26 5 11 ...

Page 13: ...technique 12 BLADE Circular blade for grass weed or brush cutting applications Harness metal shield U handles required for blade operation 13 METAL BLADE SHIELD Required when unit is equipped with blades Do not operate unit without shield 14 U HANDLE Requiredformetalbladeoperation 15 HIP PAD Used to protect hip leg and clothing when using U handle equipped unit 16 SHOULDER HARNESS An adjustable st...

Page 14: ...l Oil Ratio 50 1 ECHO High Performance two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Oil 50 1 ECHO High Performance two stroke air cooled engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 45 lit 15 8 US fl oz Recoil Starter System Automatic Recoil Starter Clutch Centrifugal Type Drive Shaft 1 4 Flex Shaft Rotating Directi...

Page 15: ...ole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool C Remove plastic sleeve fromPTOshaft 2 SRM 211U RemovesplitpinfromholeinPTOshaft 3 SRM 211U Remove10mmnutbyturningitclockwise asviewed from underside of grass shield with 17x19mm scrench 4 SRM 211U Removelowerplate Retainlowerplate 10mmnutand split pin for future use 5 Be sure upper plate A remains on PTO shaft 6 Th...

Page 16: ...g C with screws and nuts provided Tighten all attaching hardware Install Blade Tools Required Locking Tool scrench Parts Required UpperPlatew 20mmpilot LowerPlate 10mmNutw LHthreads 2mmx25mmSplitPin cotterpin 3 Install upper plate D on splined PTO shaft Blade installation requires use of Upper Plate D with 20mm pilot Upper plate with 37mm pilot of the SRM 211 should be retained for use with nylon ...

Page 17: ...nd gear housing assembly from the drive shaft assembly IMPORTANT Prevent flexible drive cable from sliding from drive shaft housing If cable does slide free clean dirt from cable and lubricate with lithium based grease prior to re assembly 7 Remove front handle a Remove four 4 screws and nuts and handle support from front handle b Remove front handle 8 Installclamp Slightly spread clamp and slide ...

Page 18: ... U HandleKit SRM 211 P N35130454130 NOTE On model SRM 211U use Steps 9 10 12 15 only 1 Disconnect ignition stop leads E 2 Removeinnerthrottlelinkagefromcarburetorswivel B 3 Loosen nut A and remove throttle linkage from bracket 4 Loosen two 2 bolts G and pull drive shaft assembly from clutch case 5 Loosen two 2 rear handle screws H and pull rear handle I from the drive shaft assembly 6 Loosen four ...

Page 19: ...head and align gear box power head and U handles Tighten all screws 12 Place throttle linkage in slot in bracket with one nut A on each side of bracket Finger tighten both nuts A 13 Attach inner throttle cable to swivel B Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle low idle extremes are adjusted properly If adjustment cannot be achieved by adjusting nuts A consult with your ...

Page 20: ...bystanders PlasticandNylonBladesRequire BladeConversionKit P N99944200415 metal shield and shoulder harness PRE OPERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration Operation without specified shield and harness can result in serious personal injury Steel MetalBladesRequire BladeConversionKit PLUSa U H...

Page 21: ...to 76 mm 3 in diameter Use Shoulder Waist Harness P N 99944200200 Use of the Shoulder Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer Brush Cutter use not just 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 the same fatigue reduction is achieved Safe...

Page 22: ...xing storingor handling or serious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors...

Page 23: ...ughly before each use EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed Check unit for loose missing nuts bolts and screws Tighten and or replace as needed Inspect fuel lines tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found Inspect shield for damage and ensure that the cut off knife issecurely in place Replace if either is damaged ...

Page 24: ... OPERATION Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator s Manual and instructions for safe operation Refer to the Safety Manual provided with the unit for proper trimming and brush cutting techniques During operation the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing and the muffler or catalytic muffler cover area may become very hot Avoid contact during and immediately after operation A...

Page 25: ...s rocks glass debris etc which could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 M 50 ft 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 Rapidlypullstarterhandle rope D untilenginefires maximumfive...

Page 26: ... manual or see your ECHO Dealer otherwise serious personal injury may result 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move Stop Switch button A away from the STOP position 2 Primer PumpBulb Pumpprimerbulb C untilfuelisvisible in the Clear fuel return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Start Pull Rope Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle D until the engine fires NOTE If e...

Page 27: ... Level1 Easy to do Most required tools come with unit Level2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required Level3 Experiencerequired Specializedtoolsarerequired ECHOrecommendsthat the unit be returned to your ECHO dealer for servicing ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Below each task heading are listed the various part numbers require...

Page 28: ...r e l f f u M e c a l p e R t c e p s n I 2 R I x e l F t f a h S e v i r D s l e d o M e l b a C e s a e r G 2 1 I g n i s u o H r a e G e s a e r G 2 2 I e p o R r e t r a t S l i o c e R n a e l C t c e p s n I 1 C I g u l P k r a p S n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I R s t l o B s t u N s w e r c S e c a l p e R n e t h g i T t c e p s n I 1 R I S E D O C R E T T E L E R U D E C O R P E C N A N E ...

Page 29: ...tain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools required 203 254 mm 8 10 in length of wire with one end bent into a hook Clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container Partsrequired 90008REPOWERTM AIR FUELFILTERKIT WARNING DANGER FuelisVERYflammabl...

Page 30: ... electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 145 155 kg cm 125 135 in lb COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level2 Tools required Cross head screwdriver 3 mm hex wrench pointed wood stick 25 50mm 1 2 in medium bristle paint brush Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area This flow of air carries combusti...

Page 31: ...r screws at top of starter 4 Remove screw and arm rest B Lift cover C from engine 5 Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fueltank 7 Assemble components in reverse order NOTE When installing the cover be certain the tab of the metal deflector shield is in the slot of the engine cover A B C ...

Page 32: ... engine cover See Cleaning Cooling System pages 30 31 for step by step instructions 2 Remove spark arrestor screen cover A gasket B screen holder C and screen D from muffler body 3 Clean carbon deposits from screen and muffler components NOTE When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalylic body 4 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 5 Assemble com...

Page 33: ...l the blades begin to turn then turn the screw CCW until blades stop turning Turn screw CCW an additional 1 4 turn 6 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 transition from idle to full throttle If engine stops or stalls after full warm up return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer for repa...

Page 34: ...l of grease 3 Add grease if necessary DO NOT over fill Drive Shaft 1 Loosen two 2 screws B and remove center locating screw C Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing 2 Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing wipe clean and recoat with a thin coating of 15 ml 1 2 oz of grease 3 Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 4 Install the gear...

Page 35: ...sRequired ECHO0 095 NylonTrimmerLine12m 40ft long 1 Hold drum A and turn spool B CW clockwise until it stops Pull spool from drum DO NOT push in on spool when turning 2 Use one piece of new nylon line C 12m 40 ft long and thread through the molded loop D on the spool Pull line tight and adjust so one end is 15 cm 6 in longer than the other ...

Page 36: ...s of line in notches E in spool B 5 Feed ends of line through housing eyelets F and place spool B over drive G Align pegs H on drive with notches in spool and push spool into drum 6 Pull on both lines until they come free from notches E in spool 7 Hold drum A firmly and turn spool B CCW counterclockwise until it stops DO NOT push in on spool when turning 8 Pull both lines out and trim to cut off k...

Page 37: ...dling due to vibration and can result in blade failure 8 tooth Blade Tools required Flat file preferred Electric grinder if special care is used Round rat tail file for gullet radius 1 File each tooth at a 30 degree angle a specific number of times eg 4 strokes per tooth Work your way around the blade until all teeth are sharp 2 DO NOT file the gullet radius of the tooth with the flat file The rad...

Page 38: ...h on See your ECHO dealer See your ECHO dealer Spark at plug No spark at plug Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Adjust 0 65mm 0 026in Clean or replace Clean or replace Replace plug Engine does not crank Internal engine problem See your ECHO dealer Engine runs Dies or accelerates poorly Air filter dirty Fuel filter dirty Fuel vent plugged Spark plug Carbu...

Page 39: ...n flame or spark 2 Place the stop switch A 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 the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor 7 Remove the spark plug and pour 7 cc 1 4 oz 1...

Page 40: ...ard is our means of registering all original owners of ECHO equipment The card plus proof of purchase provides you the assur ance that authorized warranty work will be done It also provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT MANUALS Safety Manualsare available free of charge from your ECHO dealer or by contacting Echo Incorporated 40...

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Page 42: ... las regulaciones de emisiones La información correcta de las emisiones para su unidad es ÉsteesunEJEMPLOSOLAMENTE lainformación de la etiqueta varía por FAMILIA de motores NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with current Emission Regulations IMPORTANTENGINEINFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY 2EHXS 0214KA DISPLACEMENT 21 2 CC EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 300 HRS THIS ...

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