Echo GT-1100 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WEED & GRASS
TRIMMERS
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V
GT-1100
GT-2101
999222-01804
A CAUTION
READ RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

INTRODUCTION
ECHO Weed and Grass Trimmers, Model G.T.-1100 and
Model G.T.-2101, are lightweight, high performance,
gasoline powered units designed to trim weeds and
grass in areas that are difficult to manage by any other
means.
This manual provides the information necessary for
assembly, operation and maintenance.
CONTENTS
Safety. 2
Description. 5
Operation. 6
Troubleshooting. 12
Service. 13
• Care. 13-14
• Replacing Line. 15
• Replacing Head. 16
Assembly. 18
Storage .20
Specifications . 2 1

SAFETY
UNDERSTAND SAFETY WARNINGS
A DANGER: This symbol is used to call attention to
procedures that must be followed to avoid the
risk of serious immediate and irreversible human
injury or death.
A CAUTION: This symbol is used to call attention
to procedures that must be followed to avoid
serious, although not necessarily always im¬
mediate, risk of human injury or death.
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow all danger and caution warnings in this manual
and on safety decals on the trimmer.
FOLLOW SAFETY DECALS
Safety decals are placed on your trimmer for your
protection. Make sure decals are legible and that you
understand and follow the instructions on them.
USE TRIMMER AS INTENDED
A DANGER: Do not use steel blades on this unit.
These units are not designed for use with steel blades.
Steel blades may cause serious injury.
ALWAYS obey local ordinances regulating the use of in¬
ternal combustion engines.
ALWAYS use cutting attachments approved and supplied
by ECHO INC. to avoid possible injury.
NEVER operate the unit without the shield in the correct
position.

SAFETY
HANDLE FUEL SAFELY
ALWAYS store gasoline in an approved container.
DO NOT smoke while handling gasoline.
ALWAYS stop the engine before refueling.
DO NOT refuel a hot engine. Wait until engine cools.
ALWAYS remove the fuel cap slowly in order to relieve
any pressure built up in tank.
DO NOT overfill the tank and always wipe up spilled fuel.
ALWAYS restart the engine at least 10 feet away from
refueling point.
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AVOID CARBON MONOXIDE
DO NOT operate in a confined area.
KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS AWAY
DO NOT operate if people or animals are in work area.

SAFETY
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
AND EQUIPMENT
ALWAYS wear safety protection that meets A.N.S.I. Z87
standards, while operating the unit.
• Always wear gloves and non-skid footwear.
• Dress properly with snug fitting, durable clothing and
avoid loose clothing.
OPERATE SAFELY
DO NOT operate the unit when you are fatigued.
ALWAYS remain alert when operating the unit to avoid
possible injury to yourself and other people.
DO NOT operate the unit while under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
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SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
CYLINDER
FILTER
FUEL TANK CAP
SHIELD
ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
CONTROLS
FUEL TANK
CUTTER
HEAD
RECOIL STARTER
HANDLE
DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LOOP HANDLE
IGNITION
SWITCH
(G.T. 1100)
IGNITION THROTTLE
SWITCH TRIGGER
(G.T. 2101)
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OPERATION
2-CYCLE FUEL (32:1, ECHO Oil)
Use a mixture of 32 parts leaded or unleaded regular
grade gasoline (min. Octane 87) and one part 32:1
ECHO 2-stroke oil.
NOTE: Do not use gasohol or alcohol blended fuels in
this engine.
2-CYCLE FUEL (50:1, ECHO Approved Oil)
Use a mixture of 50 parts leaded or unleaded regular
grade gasoline (min. Octane 87) and one part 50:1
ECHO 2-stroke oil.
NOTE: Do not use gasohol or alcohol blended fuels in
this engine.
MIX FUEL
NOTE: Use only oils recommended above.
NOTE: Do not mix fuel in engine fuel tank.
• Pour 1/2 of the gasoline into a safe container.
• Add oil to gas and mix.
• Add remaining gasoline and remix.
• Install fuel tank cap and wipe spilled fuel from con¬
tainer and area.
CHECK TRIMMER CONDITION
1. Check for loose nuts, bolts and screws before using
unit.

OPERATION
SAFE STARTING TECHNIQUES
NOTE: Always dear work area of debris before starting
operation.
NOTE: Always hold the unit firmly.
NOTE: When pulling starting rope, use short pulls. 1/2
to 2/3 of rope length.
NOTE: Do not allow the starter handle to snap back
against the housing.
NOTE: Always hold the unit firmly
STARTING COLD ENGINE
A DANGER: When engine starts, cutter head may
rotate, even with trigger in low speed position.
1. Turn ignition switch to START/RUN.
NOTE: The ignition switch on the G.T. 1100 is located
next to the carburetor.
3. Depress throttle trigger lully.
4 Pull starter handle several times until engine tires
once.

OPERATION
5. Turn choke lever to RUN (open) position.
6. Start engine.
7. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to warm
up.
8. Squeeze throttle trigger gradually.
WARM ENGINE STARTING
1. Turn ignition switch to START/RUN position.
2. Place the choke lever in the RUN (open) position.
3. Pull starter handle.
NOTE: If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use cold
start procedure.
STOPPING ENGINE
1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle.
2. Turn ignition switch to STOP.
,/|\ CAUTION: If engine does not stop, close choke
lever to stop engine. Check and repair stop switch
before starting engine again.
NOTE: The ignition switch on the G.T. 1100 is located
next to the carburetor.
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OPERATION
OPERATE SAFELY AND AVOID
DAMAGE TO TRIMMER
• Keep both hands on handles when engine is running. •
• If cutter becomes clogged, stop engine and clean cutter.
• Do not overreach or stand on unstable surfaces.
• If the cutter head strikes an obstruction or is prevented •
from turning freely, stop engine and inspect cutter head
for damage.
If the trimmer is operated for extended periods in
high temperatures, the driveshaft housing may become
very hot (too hotto touch). Allow unit to cool, check lubri¬
cation as outlined in service section before continuing.
To avoid engine damage, do not run at full throttle
without load.
ADJUSTING LINE LENGTH
RECOMMENDED LINE LENGTH: 5 inches (measured
from edge of cutting head to tip of line).
NOTE: Trimming is done with the tip of the line. Cutting
with entire length of the tine will result in the line
snapping or fraying.
If line is too long, cut-off knife will cut line to length
during operation.
ADJUSTMENT (G.T.-2101, Echomatlc Head)
1. With engine running at normal operating speed, tap
head firmly on the ground.
NOTE: One inch of line will be released each time head
is tapped.
ADJUSTMENT (G.T.-1100, GT Head)
1. With engine stopped, unwind line from spool until
proper length is achieved.
SPOOL
EYELET
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