Echo SRM - 225U manual Long Term Storage over 30 days

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Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter 33

Operator's Manual

Storage

warning

During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.

Long Term Storage (over 30 days)

Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte- nance which includes the following:

1.Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.

DANGER

Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark.

2.Place the stop switch 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 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-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.

A.Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.

B.Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine.

C.Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there.

8.Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable).

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Contents Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Table of Contents Safety manualIntroduction Operators manualSafety Manual safety symbols and important information International symbolsPersonal condition and safety equipment Eye Protection Physical ConditionHand Protection Hearing ProtectionRead the Manuals Repetitive Stress InjuriesClear the Work Area Keep a Firm GripEquipment 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 Install Metal Shield Blade installationTo advance trimmer line Remove nylon line headInstall 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 Warranty registration Additional or replacement manuals ServiceServicing Information parts/serial number Echo consumer product support