Echo SRM-230 - 10-04 Operator'S Manual Download

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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter

Operator's Manual

MODEL

SRM - 230
SRM - 230S

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.

X753000592

10/04

X7532091202

Summary of Contents for SRM-230 - 10-04

Page 1: ...tor s Manual MODEL SRM 230 SRM 230S WARNING DANGER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operati...

Page 2: ...ional Symbols 4 Safety Instructions 5 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 5 Extended Operation Extreme Conditions 5 Equipment 6 Safe Operation 7 Emission Control 7 Description 8 Contents 8 Specifi...

Page 3: ...TION Throughout this manual and on the product itself you will find safety alerts and helpful informational messages preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols a...

Page 4: ...t stop immediately after releasing throttle Keep hands and feet clear of blade cutting attachment unless engine is shut off and cutting attachment is not moving INSPECT BLADES BEFORE USE DO NOT USE DA...

Page 5: ...PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Trimmer Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer brush cutter is used improperly or safety precautions are not fol...

Page 6: ...d and arm muscles Immediately stop 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 lik...

Page 7: ...OAD ENGINES REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICA TIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Engine exhaust...

Page 8: ...Some Echo units may be factory pre assembled The nylon line head plastic debris shield and mounting hardware shown in the contents list are pre assembled to the unit No assembly tools are needed The f...

Page 9: ...he trimming opera tion This shield must be replaced with the steel shield for blade use 10 THROTTLETRIGGER Springloadedtoreturntoidlewhenreleased Duringacceleration presstriggergradually for best oper...

Page 10: ...alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Oil PowerBlendTM PremiumUniversal2 StrokeOil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58lit 19 6USfl oz Starter System AutomaticRewindStarter Clutch CentrifugalType Vibratio...

Page 11: ...lades 1 Remove plastic sleeve and upper plate A from PTO shaft 2 Install the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange 3 Place shield plate B on shield align holes and install three 3 5x16mms...

Page 12: ...Follow installation instructions included in optional kits FRONT HANDLE INSTALLATION A C B Grass Weed Blades Require InstallBladeConversionKit P N99944200415 Includes metal shield A barrier bar B and...

Page 13: ...ck out and injury to yourself and bystanders Plastic Nylon Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush 8ToothWeed GrassBlade P N69600120331...

Page 14: ...gs up to 64 mm 2 1 2 in diameter UseShoulder WaistHarness P N99944200200 Useofthe Shoulder Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer Brush Cutter use The Shoulder Waist Harness suspends the trimmer...

Page 15: ...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 NEV...

Page 16: ...area 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...

Page 17: ...ulb C until fuel is visible 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 clea...

Page 18: ...m o c e R t r o P t s u a h x E r e d n i l y C n o b r a c e D n a e l C t c e p s n I 3 C I s e r u d e c o r P e c n a n e t n i a M f l e s r u o Y t I o D r e t l i F r i A e c a l p e R n a e l...

Page 19: ...ry dirty replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools Required 200 250mm...

Page 20: ...gbrush 25or50mm 1or2in 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 car...

Page 21: ...O 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 tank 7 Ass...

Page 22: ...rbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this imp...

Page 23: ...ot move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result LUBRICATION Level1 Tools Required 8mmOpenEndWrench Screwdriver CleanRag Parts Required ECHO LUBETM 8oz P N91014 orLithiumBase Grease Gear H...

Page 24: ...one on each side of barrier 3 Wind both lines tightly and evenly one on each side of barrier in the direction of arrow on bottom of spool 4 Place ends of lines into notches in spool leaving 6 in prot...

Page 25: ...nsafe handling due to 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 deg...

Page 26: ...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 e l u o F e v i t c e f e...

Page 27: ...reach an open flame or spark 2 Place the stop switch A in the STOP position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that...

Page 28: ...u may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your uni...

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