ECHO SRM-225 String Trimmer User Guide

ECHO SRM-225 String Trimmer User Guide

INTRODUCTION:

This ECHO Quick Start Guide is designed to provide you with details about safety warning symbols, necessary assembly steps, and operational instructions to use  your product without delay. Refer to onlne Operator’s Manual for additional information

For Operator’s Manual, additional literature including safety manual, or a copy of the product warranty scan QR code, visit www.echo- usa.com/manuals, or call 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Before calling or accessing the website, know the model and serial number of your unit

Products sold in Canada comply with CAN ICES-2 / NMB-2.
INTERNATIONAL SAFETY SYMBOLS / SÍMBOLOS DE SEGURIDAD INTERNACIONALES / SYMBOLES INTERNATIONAUX DE SÉCURITÉ

Warning, See Operator’s Manual

Wear Eye, Ear and Head Protection

Wear Hand and Foot Protection

Safety / Alert / Seguridad

Hot Surface

DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel / NO

DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel

Fuel and Oil Mixture

Choke Control “RUN” Position (Choke Open)
Choke Control “COLD START” Position (Choke Closed)

Keep Feet Away From Blade

Thrown Objects

Rotating Cutting

Direction of Blade

Keep Bystanders and Helpers Away 15 m (50 ft.)
MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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

DANGER
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

WARNING
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

NOTICE
The “NOTICE” message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.
Note : This “NOTICE” message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of
the unit.

GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury. Additional operating instructions are available from your
Authorized ECHO Dealer

WARNING

• Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders. Always follow all maintenance instructions as written, otherwise serious personal injury can result.
• Use only approved attachments. Serious injury can result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination.
• Do not attempt to modify this product. Serious injury can result from the use of any modified product.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Serious injury can result from the use of this product in an impaired state.
• 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.
• Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit.
• Operators who are 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, and other plant matter such as pollen. Make sure the mask does not impair your vision, and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions.

Use The Correct Personal Protection

WARNING

Before Each Use Inspect:

• For damaged parts.
• Loose or missing fasteners.
• Cutting attachments for damage (cracked, chipped, etc.).
• Cutting attachment is securely fastened.
• Cutting shield is correct for cutting attachment and secured according to this manual.
• For fuel leaks from any point of the fuel system (tank to carburetor).
• Manufacturer recommended flexible non-metallic line is installed in the trimmer head.

Proper Operating Position

WARNING

• The use of the optional shoulder / waist harness for ALL use of the mower / cutter is recommended, not only for the operation of the blade.
• Keep a firm grip on both handles.
• Be sure front handle is installed according to assembly instructions.
• For barrier bar or u-handle, follow instructions supplied with either blade conversion kit or U-handle kit.
• Keep firm footing and balance.
• Do not over-reach.
• Keep cutting attachment below waist.
• Keep all body parts away from rotating cutting attachment and hot surfaces.

WARNING
If the cutting attachment moves at idle please adjust according to the section in the operator’s manual.

Exhaust Gases

WARNING
Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
Fuel Handling

****DANGER

• Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury can result.
• ix and pour fuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames.
• Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine.
• Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel.
• Wipe spilled fuel from the unit.
• Move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from the fueling source and site before starting engine.

Work Area

• Review the area to be cleared. Remove potential hazards such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or metal objects, which can be thrown.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets.
• At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders and pets outside a 15 m (50 ft) radius.
• Outside the 15 m (50 ft) zone, there is still a risk of injury from thrown  objects.
• Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
• Avoid blowing debris towards people, pets, open windows, or vehicles when using unit.
• If you are approached, stop the engine and cutting attachment.
• When a bladed unit is used, there is the added risk of injury to bystanders being struck with the moving blade in the event of a blade thrust or other unexpected reaction of the blade.

HANDLE POSITIONING / POSICIONAMIENTO DEL MANGO / POSITION DES POIGNÉES

Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location.
FUEL HANDLING / MANIPULACIÓN DEL COMBUSTIBLE / MANIPULATION DU CARBURANT

Use fresh fuel (purchased within the last 30 days from the pump) when fueling your ECHO product. Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 30 days, 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added. A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L EGD and JASO FD standard must be used

**COLD START / ARRANQUE EN FRÍO / DÉMARRAGE À FROID

**

WARM START / ARRANQUE EN CALIENTE / DÉMARRAGE À CHAUD

STOP ENGINE / DETENER MOTOR / ARRÊT MOTEUR

• If equipped with Throttle Trigger Lockout.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE: IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

MAINTENANCE

Spark Arrestor Screen
Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket

1. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead and engine cover.

2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder.

3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover, gaskets, and screen, from muffler body.

4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components.
   Note : When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful, do not damage the catalytic element inside muffler (If equipped with catalytic element).

5. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through.

6. Assemble components in reverse order.

Nylon Line Replacement

WARNING

• Never use wire or wire-rope that can break off and become a dangerous “projectile”. Serious injury can occur.
• Wear gloves or personal injury can result:
• Cutoff knife is sharp.
• Gearcase and surrounding area can get hot.

Speed FeedTM

1. Cut one piece of 2.0 mm (0.80 in.) or 2.4 mm (0.95 in.) line to recommended length of 6 m (20 Ft.).
2. Align arrows on top of knob with opening of eyelets.
3. Insert one end of trimmer line into eyelet and push line until equal lengths extend  from trimmer head.
4. Hold trimmer head and turn knob to wind line onto spool.
5. Continue until approximately 13 cm (5 in.) of line extends on each side.

Rapid Loader TM

1. Shut engine OFF. Lay unit on the ground with head assembly up.
2. Insert one piece of trimmer line through eyelet (A) on each side of head. Route line as shown.
3. Remove old nylon line in direction shown.

NOTICE

• Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer.
• If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) (Figure 6A) should be set to the specifications found in the Operator’s Manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counterclockwise to decrease idle speed.

WARNING

• The cutting attachment may be spinning during carburetor adjustments.
• Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety instructions.
• For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting attachment stops turning when the engine idles.
• When the unit is turned off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down

Emissions Control Components

NOTICE
The use of emission control components other than those specifically designed for this unit is a violation of federal law.

1. Air Filter: Close choke, remove air filter cover, clean air cleaner area, clean or replace filter (if damaged).
2. Spark Plug: Use only NGK BPMR8Y spark plug otherwise severe engine damage may occur. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode to a 0.65mm (0.026in) gap

DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result.

1. Fuel Filter replacement: Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter (do not damage fuel line when removing the fuel filter from the tank).

Transportation

WARNING

• Avoid contact with the cutting edges of the blade. Always use extreme are when carrying or handling the equipment. Use the optional blade cover when transported or in storage.
• Always secure the unit during transportation to prevent turnover, fuel spillage, and damage to the unit

Short-term Storage

DANGER

• Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
• Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark.

Long-term Storage (Over 30 Days)

NOTICE

• Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.
• Clean the exterior of the product.
• Perform all periodic maintenance.
• Tighten all the screws and nuts.
• Drain the fuel and run the unit until it stops.
• Allow engine to cool.
• Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.

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

Cutting Technique

• Nylon line heads may be used for trimming, scything, edging, scalping grass and light weeds.

• GT models: Tilt cutting head to the left while cutting to direct debris away from the operator.

• SRM models: Tilt cutting head to the right while cutting to direct debris away from the operator.

• Either model: To “scythe” swing the cutting head in a level arc feeding the line into the material to be cut.

WARNING

• The cutting attachment will continue to rotate even after the throttle is released, maintain control of the unit until it has come to a complete stop.
• Avoid contact with blades. Wear gloves to protect hands when handling or maintaining blades. Metal blades are very sharp and can cause severe injuries, even if engine is off and blades are not moving.
• Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts an object that it does not immediately cut. Following proper cutting techniques will prevent blade thrust.
• Blade thrust can be violent enough to cause the unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly cause operator to lose control of the unit.
• Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds.
• Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material to be cut.
• Blade must be matched with material to be cut

Recommended product configurations based on material to be cut:

Material to be Cut| Grass (SRM & GT)| Weed/Grass (SRM & GT)| Weed/Grass (SRM)| Brush (˂0.5”) (SRM)| Clearing (˂2.5”) (SRM)
---|---|---|---|---|---
Cutting Attachment| Nylon lancehead included| Maxi-Cut head, Pro Maxi-Cut head| 3 Tooth Blade8 Tooth Blade| 80 Tooth Blade| 22 Tooth Blade
Shield| Shield Included| Included with unit| Included with unit| Included with Blade| Included with Blade
Handle| Handle Included| U-Handle or Support Handle w/ Barrier Bar| U-Handle or Support Handle w/ Barrier Bar| U-Handle or Support Handle w/ Barrier Bar| U-Handle or Support Handle w/ Barrier Bar
Harness| Not Required| Not Required| Supplied w/Kit| Supplied w/Kit| Supplied w/Kit

ANSI standards require brush cutters be equipped with a barrier bar or restrictive harness. U-Handle ensures a higher safety factor

WARNING

• Blades cannot be used on GT models.
• Use only ECHO approved parts. Failure to use the correct parts can cause the blade to fly off. Seriously injury to the operator and / or bystanders can occur.

Before Each Use When Using A Blade

• Verify the handles are installed according to the manufacturers recommendation.
• Verify the blade is secured properly based on instructions with blade conversion kit.
• Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any way.
• Use a sharp blade, dull blades are more likely to snag and thrust.

Sharpening Metal Blades

• Several styles of metal blades are approved for use on the Brush cutter. The 8-tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance. The clearing blade and 80-tooth blade require professional service
• Before sharpening, CLOSELY inspect blade for cracks (look at the bottom of each tooth and the center mounting hole closely), missing teeth and bending. If ANY of these problems are discovered, replace the blade.
• When sharpening a blade, 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.
• File each tooth at a 30° angle a specific number of times, e.g., four strokes per tooth. Work your way around the blade until all teeth are sharp.
• DO NOT file the ‘gullet’ (radius) of the tooth with the flat file. The radius must remain. A sharp corner will lead to a crack and blade failure.
• If an electric grinder is used, use care not to overheat teeth, do not allow tips/tooth to glow red or turn blue. DO NOT place blade in cooling water. This will change the temper of the blade and could result in blade failure.
• After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a square (sharp) corner. Use the round (rat tail) file to renew the radius.

EPA EMISSIONS CONTROL INFORMATION
The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (see example) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions).

An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by ENGINE FAMILY).

Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance 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 approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

SERVICE

• Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an
  Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the
  Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call
  1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web
  Site www.echo-usa.com. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/ repairs, proof of purchase is requir

References

• Outdoor Power Equipment & Tools | ECHO
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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