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ANUAL

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AFETY

GENERAL

 

DESCRIPTION

IMPORTANT

See Description and Specification sections for full description and illustration of model variation in power head,
handle type, harness and debris shield/cutting attachment.

IMPORTANT  

The enclosed message

provides information necessary for the
protection of the unit.

NOTE  

This enclosed message provides tips for

use, care and maintenance of the unit.

M

ANUAL

 S

AFETY

 S

YMBOLS

 & I

MPORTANT

 I

NFORMATION

Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety
alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key
words.  The following is an explanation of those symbols and key
words and what they mean to you.

This symbol accompanied by the words 

 WARNING

 and

DANGER

 calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to

serious personal injury to operator and bystanders.

The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown
within the circle is prohibited.

FRONT

HANDLE

(LOOP SHOWN)

DRIVE SHAFT

(W/DECALS)

DEBRIS SHIELD

(W/DECALS)

CUTTING ATTACHMENT

(LINE HEAD SHOWN)

STOP SWITCH

AND THROTTLE

POWER HEAD

(W/DECALS)

Summary of Contents for SRM-2400 TYPE 1E - 09-99

Page 1: ...ER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator sManualanda SafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafeoperation X7532279701 89861154131 09 99 WARNING The engi...

Page 2: ...on 7 Extended Operation Extreme Conditions 9 Description 10 Contents 10 Blade Terms Definitions 10 Emission Control 11 Specifications 13 Assembly 14 ECHO Approved Optional Attachments 14 Plastic Shiel...

Page 3: ...MPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself you will find safety alerts and helpful information messages preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of t...

Page 4: ...and any cutting attachment Maintaina15M 50ft radius DANGERZONEsurroundingthe operator ONLY the operator dressed in proper protective clothing shouldbeintheDANGERZONE BewareofKICKOUT bladethrust whenu...

Page 5: ...omfortable operation See Assembly Section for proper adjustment Symbol description application Symbol form shape Symbol description application Symbol form shape Hot Surface Carburetor adjustment Idle...

Page 6: ...art or operate unit until leakage is repaired 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 fue...

Page 7: ...ONOTWEARSHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARVES JEWELRY Wear sturdy work shoes with non skid soles DONOTWEAROPENTOEDSHOES DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase opera...

Page 8: ...e unit especially the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing may become very hot too hot to touch Avoid contact during and immediately after operation KeepAFirmGrip Hold the front and rear handle...

Page 9: ...ion Repetitive Stress Injuries It is 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 are...

Page 10: ...ty Glasses 1 2 Stroke Oil Sample 2 6 oz 1 Shoulder Harness w hip pad 1 Shoulder Harness w o hip pad 1 Plastic Bag 1 shield plate 3 5mm x 15mm screws shield mounting 1 Plastic Bag for blade use only 1...

Page 11: ...MILY TEH021UB24RA DISPLACEMENT 23 6 cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PHI AND 1995 1999 CALIFORNIAEMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICA TIONS AND ADJUSTMEN...

Page 12: ...radually for best operating technique 12 ARM REST Provides arm rest during operation and protects arm from the hot engine 13 SPARKPLUG Providessparktoignitefuelmixture 14 MUFFLER SPARKARRESTOR Themuff...

Page 13: ...E C H O H ig h P e rfo rm a nc e tw o s tro k e a ir c o o le d e ng ine o il G a s o line 8 9 O c ta ne unle a d e d D O N O T us e fue l c o nta ining m e thyl a lc o ho l m o re tha n 1 0 e thyl a...

Page 14: ...B with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool A 2 Remove split pin from hole in PTO shaft 3 Remove 10mm nut by turning it clockwise as viewed from under side of grass shield with 1...

Page 15: ...mm x 8mm screws 4 5mm nuts 4 5mm lockwashers bracket to shield and bracket to gear housing 1 If necessary remove nylon line head and plastic shield 2 Loosely attach bracket A to shield B and attach to...

Page 16: ...m 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 re lubricate with lithium based grease prior...

Page 17: ...Parts Required U HandleKitP N99944200521 NOTE On model 2410 use Steps 1 10 12 13 14B 15 17 and 18 only 1 Close choke and remove air filter cover 2 Disconnect ignition stop lead A Remove bolt B and gr...

Page 18: ...kage D through adjustment fixture E and install wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole C Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle low idle extremes are adjusted...

Page 19: ...tal bracket clamp Q with curved end down Install throttle linkage into bracket clamp and pinch tight with pliers 16 Loosely fold ignition leads and retain them with black wire holder N 17 Install air...

Page 20: ...4200410 metal shield A and shoulder harness B Steel MetalBladesRequireComboKit P N99944200521 Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING DANGER The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of m...

Page 21: ...heShoulder 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...

Page 22: ...ous 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 p...

Page 23: ...ace 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 is securely in place...

Page 24: ...rburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer otherwise serious personal injury may result 1 Stop Switch Start Run Move stop switch button A forward a...

Page 25: ...he same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle If attachment rotates readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instruc...

Page 26: ...nsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the ECHO Deale...

Page 27: ...s e r r A k r a p S 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...

Page 28: ...rtain 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...

Page 29: ...edium 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...

Page 30: ...ead Screwdriver Soft Metal Brush Parts Required ScreenP N14586240630 GasketLidP N14586642031 1 Remove engine cover A See Cleaning Cooling System pages 29 30 for step by step instructions 2 Place pisto...

Page 31: ...ew A clockwise to increase idle speed counter clockwise to decrease idle speed WARNING DANGER When carburetor adjustment is completed the cutting attachment should not turn at idle otherwise serious p...

Page 32: ...the other 3 Hold the spool opening toward you Place index finger between the two strands and wind line tightly and evenly in direction of arrowmarked CC 4 Stopwhenapproximately6 8 15 20cm line C rema...

Page 33: ...ling due to vibration and can result in blade failure 8 tooth Blade Tool required Flat file preferred Electric grinder if special care is used Round rat tail file for gullet radius 1 File each tooth a...

Page 34: ...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...

Page 35: ...terior 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...

Page 36: ...Product Support Representative WARRANTY CARD This card is our means of registering all original owners of ECHO equipment The card plus proof of purchase provides you the assur ance that authorized war...

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