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1.

POWER HEAD

 - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter.

2.

GRIP

 - Rear (right hand) handle.

3.

THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT 

- This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is

prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged.

4.

STOP SWITCH

 - "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of the Throttle Trigger Housing.  Move switch FORWARD to

RUN, BACK to STOP.

5.

FRONT HANDLE

 - The Front (loop) handle is loosely assembled to the Drive Shaft assembly and must be posi-

tioned for proper control and operator comfort.

6.

DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

 - Includes the Rear (right hand) Handle assembly, Gear Housing assembly, Front (loop,

left hand) Handle assembly, steel drive shaft and Safety Decal.

7.

NYLON CUTTER HEAD

 - Contains replaceable nylon trimming line that advances when the trimmer head is tapped

against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed.

8.

CUT-OFF KNIFE

 - Automatically trims line to the correct length: 5" after head is tapped on the ground. If trimmer is

operated without a cut-off knife the line will become too long, the engine will overheat and engine damage may occur.

9.

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.  This shield must be replaced with the steel shield for blade use.

10.

THROTTLE TRIGGER

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

for best operating technique.

11.

SPARK PLUG

 - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

12.

TOP GUARD

 - Protects arm from the hot engine.

13.

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.

14.

FUEL TANK

 - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

15.

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.

16.

FUEL TANK CAP

 - Covers and seals fuel tank opening.

17.

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.

18.

AIR CLEANER

 - Contains replaceable filter element.

19.

CHOKE

 - The choke control is located on the top of the air filter case.  Move choke lever  to "Cold Start" (

) to

close choke for cold start. Move choke lever to "Run" (

) position to open choke.

Summary of Contents for SRM-230 - 12-08

Page 1: ...d instructions carefully ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter Operator s Manual MODEL SRM 23...

Page 2: ...ual 2 Safety 3 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information 3 International Symbols 3 PersonalConditionandSafetyEquipment 4 Equipment 6 EmissionControl 6 Description 7 Contents 9 Assembly 9 Plastic...

Page 3: ...RIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Choke Control Run Position ChokeOpen Do not use blades String lineonly WARNING The safety alert symbol acco...

Page 4: ...s hands and wrists Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exer cises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking Limit the hours of operation Try to fill each day with jobs...

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: ...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...

Page 7: ...16054130 DESCRIPTION Locate these safety decals on your unit 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 ord...

Page 8: ...ife Mounts on the Gear Housing Assembly just above the cutting attachment Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming opera tion This shield must be replaced with the...

Page 9: ...ad Drive Shaft Assembly ______1 Operator s Manual ______1 Safety Manual ______1 Warranty Registration Card ______1 Limited Warranty Statement ______1 Safety Glasses ______1 Echo Power BlendX TM 2 stro...

Page 10: ...by turning it counter clockwise until head is tight against adapter plate C 4 Remove locking tool D D E TO ADVANCE TRIMMER LINE Tip To advance trimmer line tap trimmer head against the ground while th...

Page 11: ...jects away from all openings 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 Allow u...

Page 12: ...CURVED SHAFT MODEL TRIMMERS Arbor diameter of Upper Blade Plate must match arbor diameter of metal blades New cotter pin required each time blade is installed Brushcutters over 16 5 lbs 7 5 kg dry wei...

Page 13: ...garden debris and thick weeds DO NOT use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth 19 mm 3 4 in diameter or larger 80 Tooth Brush Blade P N 69500120331 is designed for cutting brush and woody growth...

Page 14: ...tandards 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...

Page 15: ...tainers to reduce 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...

Page 16: ...d 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 re...

Page 17: ...bulb 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 cl...

Page 18: ...your maintenance job easier Below each task heading are listed the various part numbers required for that task See your ECHO dealer for these parts COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL...

Page 19: ...y dirty or the rubber sealing edges aredeformed 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 FI...

Page 20: ...evel2 Tools Required 4mmHexWrench cleaningbrush 25or50mm 1or2in Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through t...

Page 21: ...ass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank 7 Assemble components in reverse order EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools Required Cross Head Screwdriver Soft Meta...

Page 22: ...ace piston at top dead center Remove muffler A and heat shield B 3 Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port IMPORTANT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon fr...

Page 23: ...ce dealer IMPORTANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet MSL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet MSL otherwise severe engine damage can re...

Page 24: ...ive Shaft SRM 230 Only 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 re...

Page 25: ...x 095 in CrossfireTM trimmer lines into holes in spool one on each side of barrier 4 Wind both lines tightly and evenly one on each side of barrier in the direction of arrow on bottom of spool 5 Plac...

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: ...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 e n i g n E s n u r r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l e c...

Page 28: ...Place the stop switch A in the STOP 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 t...

Page 29: ...uel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 20 or E 85 Oil Power Blend X TM Premium Universal 2 Stroke Oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58lit 19...

Page 30: ...30 NOTES...

Page 31: ...GRASS TRIMMER BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR S MANUAL 31 NOTES...

Page 32: ..._________ SERVICE Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you a...

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