Echo SRM - 225U manual Operation, Blade selection

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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter 15

Operator's Manual

Operation

WARNING

Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause 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 obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

WARNING

Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconscious- ness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.

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 requirements.

blade selection

WarniNG

The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades MUST be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick-out and injury to yourself and bystanders.

SRM/PAS/SB BLADE SET-UP GUIDE*

TO USE

 

 

 

 

 

THESE BLADES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loop Handle, w/or

Loop Handle

Loop Handle

 

 

Handle

w/Barrier Bar,

w/Barrier Bar,

U-Handle

 

w/o Barrier Bar

You

 

or U-Handle

or U-Handle

 

 

 

 

must

Debris Shield

Metal Shield

Metal Shield

Metal Shield

Metal Shield

install

Harness

Shoulder Harness

Shoulder Harness

Shoulder Harness

Shoulder Harness****

these

 

Upper Plate &

Upper Plate

Upper/Lower

Upper/Lower

parts!

Blade

 

Flat Washer

& Glide Cup

Blade Plates**

Blade Plates**

 

Mounting

Hex Nut

Hex Nut

Hex Nut

Hex Nut

 

Hardware

 

New Cotter Pin***

New Cotter Pin***

New Cotter Pin***

New Cotter Pin***

 

 

*WARNING! DO NOT INSTALL BLADES ON GT (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 weight (weight w/o fuel) require a double shoulder harness

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Contents Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operators manual Safety manualTable of Contents IntroductionSafety Manual safety symbols and important information International symbolsPersonal condition and safety equipment Hearing Protection Physical ConditionEye Protection Hand ProtectionKeep a Firm Grip Repetitive Stress InjuriesRead the Manuals Clear the Work AreaEquipment Emission Control exhaust & evaporativeEPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. Tier Shaft Decal DescriptionPage Contents Assembly Plastic shield installation Nylon line head installationNylon line operation Remove nylon line head Blade installationInstall Metal Shield To advance trimmer lineInstall Blade Throttle linkage and ignition leads Handle installationBalance and adjust unit Blade selection OperationPage Fuel Requirements FuelMixing Instructions Purge Bulb Starting cold engineStarting warm engine Maintenance Stopping engineSkill levels Level USE Hours Maintenance intervalsFuel filter Air filterCooling system Spark plugSpark Arrestor Screen Exhaust systemExhaust Port Cleaning Carburetor adjustment Engine Break-InHigh Altitude Operation Gear Housing LubricationDrive Shaft Nylon line replacement Page Sharpening metal blades Engine Problem Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingLong Term Storage over 30 days StorageModel SRM-225U SpecificationsExceptions Warranty Statements99922201032 12/03/09 01/2010 Page Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter 39 Operators Manual Echo consumer product support ServiceWarranty registration Additional or replacement manuals Servicing Information parts/serial number