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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. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.

Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter

Operator's Manual

  MODELS  

SRM-265

   

SRM-265S 

 

   

X7502023702

X750010412
01/10

Содержание SRM-265

Страница 1: ...y ECHO provides an Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation Failure to do so could result in serous injury Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter Operator s Manual MODELS SRM 265 SRM 265S X7502023702 X750010412 01 10 ...

Страница 2: ... Filter 19 Spark Plug 20 Cooling System Cleaning 20 Exhaust System 21 Carburetor Adjustment 23 High Altitude Operation 23 Lubrication 24 Nylon Line Replacement 25 Sharpening Metal Blades 26 Troubleshooting 27 Storage 28 Specifications 29 Warranty Statements 30 Servicing Information 36 Parts Serial Number 36 Service 36 ECHO Consumer Product Support 36 Warranty Card 36 Additional or Replacement Manu...

Страница 3: ...w flames or sparks near fuel DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Control Cold Start Position Choke Closed Choke Control Run Position Choke Open Do not use blades String line only personal condition and safety equipment WARNING 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 ...

Страница 4: ...ve clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Extended Operation Extreme Conditions It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold Exposure to vibration and cold may ...

Страница 5: ...scles 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 An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some b...

Страница 6: ...s 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 any opening while the engine is running Moving parts may not be visible through openings WARNINg Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage especially if the unit is dropped If damage or leaks are found do not use unit otherwise serious p...

Страница 7: ...uffler Description Locate these safety decals on your unit Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc tions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information 13 12 14 15 16 17 19 18 11 1 P N X505002500 ...

Страница 8: ...using Assem bly just above the cutting attachment Helps protect the operator by deflecting debris produced during the trimming operation 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 gradu ally for best operating technique 11 SPARK PLUG Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture 12 ARM...

Страница 9: ...le operation _______1 Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly ______ 1 Operator s Manual ______ 1 Safety Manual ______ 1 Warranty Registration Card _______ 1 Safety Glasses ______ 1 Nylon Trimmer Head ______ 1 T wrench ______ 1 locking tool ______ 1 Plastic shield ______ 1 shield plate ______ 3 5mm x 16mm screws shield mtg Assembly plastic shield installation for Nylon Line Operation Tools Required Screwd...

Страница 10: ...mmer line Tip To advance trimmer line tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed nylon line replacement See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement remove nylon line head Note Do not disassemble nylon line head 1 Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear hous ing and insert head locking tool D 2 Remove line head E by turning it...

Страница 11: ...removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Allow unit to cool before performing service Operation WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor and a spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirement...

Страница 12: ...rying the unit Brush Clearing Blades Require Install U Handle Blade Conversion Kit Includes metal shield A shoulder harness with hip pad C and U Handles D A C D B C A operation with blades Preparing the Trimmer Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration Operation without specified shield barrier bar or U handle and harness can result in serious persona...

Страница 13: ...owth 19 mm 3 4 in diameter or larger 80 Tooth Brush Blade P N 69500120331 is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 64 mm 1 2 in diameter 22 Tooth Clearing Blade 99944200130 is designed for dense thickets and saplings up to 64 mm 2 1 2 in diameter Use Shoulder Waist Harness P N 99944200200 Use of the Shoul der Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer Brush Cutter use not just Blade ...

Страница 14: ...ards must be used Echo brand premium Power BlendX 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 and J A S O FC FD certified oil such as Echo premium Power BlendX TM will void the two stroke engine warranty IMPORTANT Echo premium Power BlendX TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for ap...

Страница 15: ...ntainers 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 Contact your local gov ernment for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames...

Страница 16: ...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 pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires or maximum five 5 pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke lever back to Run position Hold throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout f...

Страница 17: ...OP posi tion 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible in the Clear fuel return line 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Rapidly pull the recoil starter handle D until the engine fires NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure stopping engine 1 Release Throttle Allow engine to return to idle bef...

Страница 18: ...uired ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 I C R Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 I C Fuel Filter Inspect 1 I I R Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect Replace 1 I R Fuel System leaks Inspect Replace 1 I 3 I 3 Spar...

Страница 19: ...he rubber sealing edges are deformed 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 filter Level 1 Tools required 200 250mm 8 10in lengthofwirewithoneend bent into a hook clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container Parts required REPOWERTM AIR FUEL FILTER KIT DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable Use...

Страница 20: ...ystem Level 2 Tools required Cross Head Screwdriver 3 4 mm Hex Wrench Cleaning Brush 25 50 mm 1 2 in 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 combustion heat away from the engine Overheating and engine seizure can occur when Air intakes are blocked preventing...

Страница 21: ...RTANT DO 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 Assemble components in reverse order exhaust system Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 Tools Required Cross Head Screwdriver Soft Metal Brush 4 mm Hex Wrench Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket...

Страница 22: ...rts Required As needed Heat Shield 1 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove muffler cover 1 screw 2 Place piston at top dead center Remove muffler A heat shield B and eye plate C 3 Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port IMPORTANT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the...

Страница 23: ...mportant If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 2 Tools required Screwdriver Tachometer ECHO P N 99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with emission regulations Carburetor adj...

Страница 24: ...er fill Drive Shaft SRM 265 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 coat with a thin coating 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 housing and shield assembly IMPORTA...

Страница 25: ...ft 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 Place ends of lines into notches in spool leaving 6 in protruding 6 Feed ends of line outward through eyelets in drum 7 Turn inner drive so that pegs in drive align with grooves in spool and push spool ...

Страница 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 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 radius must remain A sharp corner wi...

Страница 27: ...w s n r u T r e l a e d o h 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 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 s n u r e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e ...

Страница 28: ...lace the stop switch 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 of fresh clean two stro...

Страница 29: ... use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15 or E 85 Oil Power Blend X TM Premium Universal 2 Stroke Oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58 lit 19 6 US fl oz Starter System Automatic Rewind Starter Clutch Centrifugal Type Vibration Isolated System Rubber cushion on engine mount heavy duty Rubber grip on front handle Operating Rod 25 0 mm ...

Страница 30: ...will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive shafts and TC tines are warranted for the life of the product on parts only Cutting attachments such as but not limited to bars chains sprockets blades and nylon trimmer heads for residential or non in...

Страница 31: ...chments Incorrect storage procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized ECHO servicing dealer during the warranty peri...

Страница 32: ...gned built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to conform with applicable requirements for 2 years or the length of the ECHO Inc warranty whichever is longer The warranty period begins on the date the product is purchased by an end user HOW WILL A COVERE...

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Страница 36: ...f of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica tion operation or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 from 8 30 am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit warranty registrati...

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