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X7502350202

© 12/2019 ECHO Inc.

Operator’s 

Manual

SRM-3020U

Grass Trimmer/

Brushcutter

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals 
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, 
or other reproductive harm.

Read and understand all provided literature before 
use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.

Summary of Contents for SRM-3020U

Page 1: ...ngine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Fail...

Page 2: ...Leads 18 Blade Installation 18 Install Blade Shield and Blade 19 Shield with Cutoff Knife and Nylon Line Head Installation 20 To Advance Trimmer Line 21 Balance and Adjust Unit 22 Operation 22 Operati...

Page 3: ...tion maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used...

Page 4: ...ial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual Registering your product...

Page 5: ...provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific a...

Page 6: ...Eye Protection DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Primer Bulb Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Keep Fee...

Page 7: ...ea otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and...

Page 8: ...e sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit Dust masks can provide protection against dust plant debris...

Page 9: ...ry 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 brou...

Page 10: ...he following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger...

Page 11: ...sk of injury from thrown objects Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection If you are approached stop the engine and cutting attachment When a bladed unit is used there is the added risk...

Page 12: ...irmly attached and in safe operating condition Manufacturer recommended flexible non metallic line is installed in the trimmer head Assure that throttle trigger throttle trigger lockout and stop switc...

Page 13: ...l cap for leaks 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 servic...

Page 14: ...ompliance 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...

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Page 16: ...rts 3 Throttle Trigger Lockout 4 Stop Switch 5 Support Handle For Left Hand 6 Drive Shaft Assembly 7 Nylon Cutter Head 8 Debris Shield With Cut off Knife 9 Cut off Knife 10 Throttle Trigger 11 Spark P...

Page 17: ...her 1 Install as shown A U handle clamps B Drive shaft bracket C Flat washer D U handle bolt 2 Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembly E along shaft and clip as shown 3 Lock Nuts shield moun...

Page 18: ...and low idle extremes are adjusted properly Note The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment nut Consult with your dealer for correct adjustment procedure 5 Connect ignition stop l...

Page 19: ...wise until head is completely off of shaft c Remove locking tool A and line head plate d Remove three screws holding shield plate and shield with cutoff knife to gear housing e Retain line head shield...

Page 20: ...tool H Shield with Cutoff Knife and Nylon Line Head Installation Parts required shield with cutoff knife shield plate three screws line head plate nylon line head Shield with cutoff knife is for use w...

Page 21: ...le in line head plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert a locking tool E 5 Thread line head F onto power take off shaft by turning it counterclockwise until head is tight against line head...

Page 22: ...andle clamp screws and 8 mm clamp hex bolt securely OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings Always stop engine...

Page 23: ...des are not moving Avoid contact with blades Wear gloves to protect hands Blade use demands specific brush cutter configuration Operation without specified shield barrier bar or U handle and harness c...

Page 24: ...s installed Brushcutters over 7 5 kg 16 5 lbs dry weight without fuel require a double shoulder harness Note The barrier bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit The barrier bar is not a...

Page 25: ...designed for dense thickets and saplings up to 64 mm 2 5 in diameter A trimmer brushcutter with a metal blade can cause serious injuries if handled improperly Always use extreme care when carrying or...

Page 26: ...rom the harness Fuel Diesel fuels and 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 Us...

Page 27: ...r more detailed safety and first aid information visit www echo usa com for a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN If swallowed do not induce vomiting CALL PHYSICIAN OR...

Page 28: ...or fatal injuries and extensive property damage Mixing Instructions 1 Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline 2 Add the proper amount of 2 stroke oil to gasoline...

Page 29: ...use Used oil and gasoline and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials Disposal laws vary by locality Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could...

Page 30: ...ndle rope D until engine fires or maximum five pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or five pulls move choke lever back to RUN position Firmly grasp throttle handle E and throttle trigger lockout with lef...

Page 31: ...rding to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A forward away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel...

Page 32: ...after five pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A bac...

Page 33: ...ine head tilted to direct cutting debris forward or away from you Operating Techniques Debris flows in direction of line head rotation Change line head position to assure debris flow is directed away...

Page 34: ...ack toward the operator In both examples the reactive force is in the opposite direction of blade rotation at the contact point where resistance occurs Kickout Kickout is also a reactive force caused...

Page 35: ...severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstr...

Page 36: ...quired Level 3 See your dealer Click HERE or go to http www echo usa com products maintenance kit or HERE https www shindaiwa usa com you can aspx For information about maintenance kits Maintenance In...

Page 37: ...nding of damage or wear during inspection Air Filter Level 1 Parts Required Tune Up Kit 1 Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is...

Page 38: ...s indicated below 4 Foam Pre filter Clean foam filter in water detergent solution and rinse with clean water Wrap the filter in a clean dry cloth and squeeze do not wring dry Allow to dry completely b...

Page 39: ...loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Pull fuel filter out through gas port and inspect fuel filter 3 When the fuel filter is dirty replace it as follows a Do not remove the wire coil...

Page 40: ...an be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un certified replacement part Spark Plug Level 2 Parts Required Tune Up Kit Use only NGK CMR7H...

Page 41: ...g 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 cl...

Page 42: ...r cover A 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon or dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor screen cover B gasket C and screen D from muffler body 5 Clean carbon deposits...

Page 43: ...ield and muffler 6 Tighten muffler mounting bolts or nuts to 90 110 kgf cm 80 95 in lbf 7 Install muffler cover and attach spark plug lead 8 Start engine and warm to operating temperature 9 Stop engin...

Page 44: ...rating the engine below 330 m 1100 ft ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Note Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations Carburetor a...

Page 45: ...se and shield from drive shaft housing 2 Pull flexible cable D from the drive shaft housing wipe clean and re coat with 15 ml 0 5 oz of grease 3 Slide the flexible cable D back in the drive housing DO...

Page 46: ...ine Replacement Wear gloves or personal injury may result Cutoff knife is sharp Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot 1 Cut one piece of line to recommended length 2 0 mm 0 080 in diameter 7 6 m 25...

Page 47: ...ool until about 13 cm 5 in of each line remains exposed Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed Feed head are worn smooth o...

Page 48: ...lade always remove the same amount of materials from each tooth to maintain balance A blade that is not balanced will cause unsafe handling due to vibration and can result in blade failure 1 File each...

Page 49: ...ys or longer without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children Do not store in enclosure where fuel fume...

Page 50: ...mm 71 2 in Width 687 mm 27 in Height 519 mm 20 4 in Weight dry without cutter head 6kg 13 2 lb Engine Type Air cooled two stroke single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 36 mm 1 42 in Stroke 30 mm 1 18 i...

Page 51: ...Rod 25 0 mm 0 98 in aluminum tube Drive Shaft 6 15 mm 0 25 in flexible shaft Gear Case Ratio 1 62 1 Rotating Direction Counterclockwise viewed from top Cutter Head Speed Feed 450 LH nylon line head li...

Page 52: ...roduct 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 produ...

Page 53: ...SRM 3020U PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502350202 53 12 2019 ECHO Inc...

Page 54: ...NOTES SRM 3020U 54 X7502350202 12 2019 ECHO Inc NOTES...

Page 55: ...SRM 3020U NOTES X7502350202 55 12 2019 ECHO Inc...

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