Echo X7522340000 User guide

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SAFETY MANUAL
For Grass Trimmer, Brushcutter and Edger
DANGER
DANGER
Misuse may result in serious or fatal injuries. You
must read, understand, and follow these safety
instructions, and the instructions in the Opera-
tor’s Manual, before operating a Model GT Grass
Trimmer, SRM Trimmer-Brushcutter, PAS Pro-At-
tachment Series Powerhead, SB Split-Boom Trim-
mer-Brushcutter, or PE Power Edger.
If you operate a model SB Split-Boom or PAS Pro
Attachment Series multi-attachment unit, you must
also read, understand, and follow the instructions
in your PAS Attachment Operator’s Manual.
Metal blades are very sharp and can cause severe in-
juries, even if engine is off and blades are not moving.
Avoid contact with blades. Wear gloves to protect hands.
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WARNING
This manual describes how to protect yourself and others from hazards related
to operation of a Model GT Grass Trimmer, Model SRM Trimmer-Brushcutter,
Model PAS Pro-Attachment Series unit with attachment, Model SB Split-Boom
unit with attachment, and Model PE Power Edger.
Before assembling, fueling, operating, or servicing your unit, you must read
and understand this Safety Manual, your unit’s Operator’s Manual, and the
Operator’s Manual or Installation Instructions for any attachment or accessory
you may be using.
You must understand all safety symbols and warning labels, and obey the
safety precautions provided by these important safety reminders.
You must also be alert at all times, and be physically capable of handling and
controlling a grass trimmer, trimmer-brushcutter, PAS attachment, or Power
Edger in a variety of applications. If you are unable to handle the equipment
safely, or if you feel that the task you wish to perform could put you, your
property, or others at risk, please call a professional landscape maintenance
company to handle the job.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................2
SAFETY SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS ............................................................3
OPERATOR SAFETY .......................................................................................7
PHYSICAL CONDITION 8
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 8
PROTECTION AGAINST COLD OR VIBRATION 10
ASSEMBLY.....................................................................................................12
FUELING.........................................................................................................20
STARTING ......................................................................................................24
STOPPING ......................................................................................................26
OPERATION ...................................................................................................27
GENERAL SAFETY 27
DANGER ZONE 28
GRASS TRIMMER & TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER OPERATION 30
PAS ATTACHMENTS 40
PAS HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 40
PAS HCA ARTICULATING HEDGE CLIPPER ATTACHMENT 41
PAS POWER PRUNER ATTACHMENT 42
PAS PROPADDLE/PROSWEEP ATTACHMENT 43
PAS PRO-THATCH ATTACHMENT 44
PAS POWER EDGER ATTACHMENT 44
PAS TILLER/CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT 45
MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................46
STORAGE.......................................................................................................48
GLOSSARY.....................................................................................................49

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These important safety symbols and warnings are used throughout this
manual, and may also appear in your Operator’s, Attachment, or Installation
Instruction Manual. These symbols and warnings are provided to help make
you aware of potential hazards, and the precautions you must take to protect
yourself from injury. You must read and understand this information, and obey
the instructions. These symbols may also appear on safety labels as a visual
reminder to follow these important precautions whenever you are transporting,
fueling, operating, servicing, handling, or storing your unit.
Circle/Slash Prohibition Symbol
This symbol means that the specic action shown is
prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in
serious or fatal injury.
Safety Alert Symbol
The Safety Alert symbol is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. To avoid serious or fatal injuries,
obey all safety messages that follow this symbol.
Safety Alert Symbol/DANGER Signal Word
The safety alert symbol appearing with the word “Danger!”
calls attention to a hazard which will result in death or
serious injury if not avoided.
Safety Alert Symbol/WARNING Signal Word
The safety alert symbol appearing with the word
“Warning!” calls attention to a hazard which could result
in death or serious injury if not avoided.
Safety Alert Symbol/CAUTION Signal Word
The safety alert symbol appearing with the word
“Caution!” calls attention to a hazard which could result
in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE signal word only. (No safety alert symbol)
The word "NOTICE” calls attention to a situation which may
result in property or equipment damage if the information that
is provided is not followed .
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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Read Operator's and Safety Manuals
Read manuals carefully, and follow rules for safe operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious or fatal injury.
Wear Head, Eye, and Hearing Protection
Wear head, hearing, and eye protection that meet ANSI
requirements.
Wear Hand Protection
Wear heavy duty work gloves to protect hands
Sharp Blades Alert
Contact with blades can result in serious cuts and amputation
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Alert
Do not operate indoors. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
serious or fatal injuries.
Explosion Hazard Alert
Gasoline vapor can explode if exposed to sparks or open ame.
Burn Hazard Alert
Contact with hot surfaces can cause serious burns.
Fire Hazard Alert
Risk of re from gasoline spills or leaks. Wipe up spills
immediately and dispose of wipes in an approved re-safe
container.
Shock Hazard Alert
Unit not insulated against electrical current. Avoid power lines.
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Slip Hazard Alert
Wear slip-resistant footwear to reduce risk of falls.
Operate Only With Debris Shield In Place
Do not operate without correct debris shield.
Stop Symbol
Indicates the “Stop” position for the engine ignition switch
(Stop Switch).
Keep Bystanders 15 m (50 feet) Feet Away
Keep bystanders at least 15 m (50 feet) away when
operating unit.
Do Not Operate Near Electrical Lines
Do not operate closer than 15 m (50 ft.) to electrical lines.
Flame Prohibition
Do not allow ames or sparks near fuel or fuel vapors.
No Smoking Prohibition
Do not smoke near fuel.
Do Not Operate Equipment While Impaired
Do not operate equipment while under the inuence
of alcohol, medication, or any other substance that
can impair judgment, reexes, vision, or coordination.
Operating a unit while impaired can result in serious
injury to operator and bystanders, or cause damage to
property or equipment.
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STOP
15M-50ft
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Flying Debris Hazard
Work attachments can throw debris. Flying debris can
cause serious injury.
Danger Zone Alert
Maintain 15 m (50 feet) radius danger zone
around trimmer - brushcutter.
Metal Blade Prohibition
(Use Nylon Line Head Only)
Metal blades cannot be used on unit. Use nylon
line head only.
Edger Debris Alert
Edger debris can affect stable footing. Use extreme care when
walking in edging area.
Edger Blade Alert
Edger Blade is partially exposed during operation. Keep clear
of blade.
Prohibited Clothing
Wear protective clothing and shoes. Loose clothing,
dangling accessories, or open footwear increases risk of
serious injury.
Finger Sever Hazard
Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe
injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away
from all openings.
15m(50ft)
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DANGER
GT Grass trimmers and SRM trimmer-brush
cutters are powerful, professional-grade tools
designed for applications such as trimming grass
and light weeds, and when properly congured
(SRM/PAS/SB /straight shaft only), cutting brush,
woody growth, and small saplings and trees.
PAS Pro Attachment Series and SB units can be
equipped with a wide variety of lawn and landscaping attachments
for tasks ranging from edging to pruning, allowing operators to
perform an entire range of applications with just one powerhead.
PE Power Edgers provide precise edging action for maintaining
lawn borders in residential and commercial landscaping. Edgers
can also be equipped with an attachment that quickly cleans out cracks and
joints in sidewalks, driveways, paved areas, and other hard surfaces.
When used properly, these tools save time, reduce effort, and make difcult
landscaping tasks easy. If handled carelessly or used improperly, they can
cause severe injury or death.
Before using this equipment, you must:
• Read and understand this Safety Manual
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual provided with your unit.
• Read and understand the Manual provided with any blade, attachment, or
accessory that will be used.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing
• Make sure all others who use the equipment have read and understand the
manuals before fueling or operating the tool.
• Clear the work area of bystanders and pets.
• Clear the work area of debris and other work hazards
• Make sure you have safe, unobstructed footing
• Make sure the area to be cut is free of obstacles and hidden hazards
• Safely prepare the fuel/oil mix
• Fuel your unit safely
• Store the fuel and 2-stroke oil containers safely.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
MODELS,
Operator’s Manual
SRM- 311
SRM- 311S
SRM- 311U
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SAFETY MANUAL
For Grass Trimmer, Brushcutter and Edger
DANGER
DANGER
Misuse may result in serious or fatal injur ies. You
must read, understand, and follow these safety
instructions, and the instruc tions in the Opera-
tor’s Manual, before operating a Model GT Grass
Trimmer, SRM Trimmer-Brushcutter, PAS Pro-At-
tachment Series Powerhead, SB Spl it-Boom Trim-
mer-Brushcutter, or PE Power Edger.
If you operate a model SB Split-Boom or PAS Pro
Attachment Series multi- attachment unit, you must
also read, understand, and follow the instruct ions
in your PAS Attachment Operator’s Manual.
Metal blades are very sh arp and can cause severe in-
juries, even if engine is of f and blades are not moving.
Avoid contact with blades. We ar gloves to protect
hands.
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PHYSICAL CONDITION
WARNING
Operating this unit while you are impaired can result
in serious personal injury or death to yourself and
others. Never operate the unit if you are fatigued, or
are under the inuence of alcohol, medication, or any
other substances that can affect your judgment, reexes,
vision, or coordination. You must be mentally alert and
physically able to operate a trimmer, brushcutter, edger,
or PAS attachment safely. If you are impaired in any way,
or are physically unable to safely operate and control the
unit, do not fuel, start, or attempt to use the unit.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
WARNING
Operating a trimmer, brushcutter, or other powered cutting or
work attachment may expose you to sharp blades, powerful
cutting action, spinning nylon cutting line, ying debris, and
other work area hazards. These hazards can cause serious
injury to you and others if you do not take the precautions
necessary for safe operation.
To help protect against risk of injury caused by these
hazards, you must wear appropriate personal protective
equipment:
Eye and Face Protection
Wear eye protection that meets
current ANSI Z87.1 requirements.
For additional safety, a full-face
shield may be worn over safety
glasses or goggles to provide
protection from sharp branches or
ying debris.
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Hearing/Ear Protection
ECHO Inc. highly recommends wearing ANSI
recognized hearing protection whenever you are
operating the unit. Hearing protection prevents
hearing loss caused by frequent or prolonged
exposure to engine noise. ECHO Inc. recommends
ear plugs, or for constant heavy-duty use, wear
earmuff-style hearing protection.
Combination Face/Hearing Protection
For complete face/hearing protection, the use of
combination ear muffs/face shield provides face and
hearing protection all in one unit.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses or goggles under the face shield, and wear head
protection when cutting overhead using a PAS or SB unit with Power Pruner or
Hedge Clipper Attachments.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Gloves
WARNING
Sharp Blades/Powerful Cutting Action. Contact with sharp edges of moving
blades and attachments will cause severe injury or amputation. Keep hands,
ngers, and all other body parts away. Work gloves and other heavy work
clothing do not protect against serious injury if contact is made with moving
blades or attachments.
Wear sturdy work gloves to provide protection against cuts and scratches, and
to help reduce the effects of vibration.
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Leg Protection
Wear long pants to protect legs from
cuts and scratches caused by ying
debris.
Foot Protection
Wear sturdy shoes or work boots to
provide foot protection. Steel-toe
shoes or boots provide extra protection
against dropped or falling objects.
Make sure soles are non-slip for
secure footing.
General Clothing Safety
Never wear ties, loose clothing, or clothing with
strings, frills, or dangling straps. Keep clothing
buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in.
Never wear dangling or hanging jewelry such as
earrings or necklaces, or any other items that could
become entangled with branches or equipment, and
be drawn into the moving parts of the engine.
Dust Protection
Operators who are sensitive to wood 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 sawdust, 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.
PROTECTION AGAINST COLD OR VIBRATION
CAUTION
Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may
result in injury. Read and follow all safety and
operation instructions to minimize risk of injury.
Failure to follow instructions may result in painful
wrist/hand/arm injuries.
Wear sturdy work gloves to help reduce the
effects of cold and vibration, and to help improve
your grip.
HEARING
PROTECTORS SAFETY
GLASSES
SHOULDER
HARNESS
TRIM-FITTING
CLOTHES
STURDY
SHOES OR
BOOTS
LONG
PANTS
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Raynaud's Syndrome
A condition known as Raynaud’s Syndrome can occur from exposure to cold
and/or vibration. This condition affects the hands and arms, causing tingling,
burning, numbness, and loss of color in the ngers. The amount of exposure
needed to trigger this is unknown, and varies by individual.
To protect yourself from this condition, take the
following precautions:
• Keep your body warm - pay particular attention
to head and neck, hands and wrists, and feet
and ankles.
• Avoid awkward grips on the unit that may
cause stress. Maintain control, but do not hold
the unit with an excessively tight grip.
• Take regular rest breaks.
• Exercise and stretch to strengthen muscles,
and to maintain circulation. Keep exposure to
vibration at a minimum.
• If you experience discomfort, redness, and/or swelling of the ngers,
followed by whitening or loss of feeling, stop using the unit, and contact a
doctor.
Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI)
Overuse of the muscles and tendons of the ngers hands, arms, and shoulders
may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and pain in these areas.
Repetitive hand/wrist movement can put you at high risk for developing a
Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI), such as Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome occurs when swelling in the wrist puts pressure on a nerve,
resulting in severe pain.
To protect yourself from these conditions, take the following precautions:
• Avoid using your wrist in a bent or twisted position. Try to
maintain a straight wrist position.
• Avoid using your thumb and index nger to grip
things - use your whole hand.
• Take regular rest breaks.
• Exercise and stretch to strengthen muscles and
maintain circulation.
• Keep exposure to vibration at a minimum.
• Reduce the speed and force of repetitive movements.
• If you experience tingling, numbness, or pain in the
ngers, hands, wrists, or arms, stop using the unit
immediately, and contact a doctor. Early diagnosis of
RSI can help prevent permanent nerve and muscle
damage.
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WARNING
Move STOP switch to STOP position and
disconnect spark plug lead at spark plug
before assembling unit. Do not connect spark
plug lead to spark plug until unit is properly
assembled, checked, and ready for use.
ALWAYS wear eye protection that meets
current ANSI Z87.1 requirements. Operators
that wear prescription glasses must wear
appropriate protective eyewear over glasses.
For additional safety, a full-face shield may
be worn over the safety eyewear to provide
complete face protection.
If parts are missing, or if you have a problem
installing parts, contact your Dealer for
assistance or call Consumer Product Support.
DANGER
Metal grass, weed, brush, and clearing blade edges
are extremely sharp. Accidental hand or body contact
with blade edges can result in severe cuts, even if the
engine is off and blades are not moving. Always wear
sturdy work gloves when handling blades. Do not
allow blades to contact any part of your body. Work
gloves do not provide protection from contact with
moving blades. Always keeps hands and body away
from moving blades.
NEVER fuel, start, or operate your unit unless it is
fully assembled, all shields and required guards
are in place, and the throttle lock-out lever and
trigger are working properly.
Spark
Plug
Spark
Plug
Wire
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NEVER install any other type of blade, line head, cutting attachment, part, or
accessory on your trimmer/brushcutter unless it is approved for use on your
specic model. Parts and accessories that appear to t properly may create
a safety hazard when the unit is operated, and could result in serious injury to
operator and bystanders.
ALWAYS use the correct tools for assembly. Using
incorrect or improperly sized tools can result in a
sudden slip and serious injuries.
ALWAYS follow the assembly instructions in order,
as shown in the Operator’s Manual. Improper
assembly can result in sudden part failure, and
serious injuries.
NEVER use parts that appear to be worn,
damaged, improperly sized, or otherwise
incompatible with mating parts. Contact your
dealer or Consumer Support for assistance if parts
do not t properly.
NEVER modify parts or use parts from other
pieces of equipment to assemble your unit. Use
only parts that are designed to t your model.
Modifying a part to t may weaken it, and cause
premature failure. Parts from other models may
not work properly, and can create unsafe operating
conditions.
Wiring
Position wiring safely to prevent snagging,
separation of connectors, or breakage during
operation. Gather excess wire, and secure with
wiring clamp if provided on unit, or tuck behind the
air lter area. Do not place wiring directly against
hot engine components.
Check wiring and connectors for nicks, cuts, exposed wire, or other damage,
and repair or replace as needed. Exposed wire or connectors can cause
shocks, sparks, and risk of re or explosion, resulting in serious injury.
Check wire terminals for secure connections. Loose connections can cause
erratic engine operation, or prevent Stop switch from stopping engine.
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MODELS,
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SRM- 311S
SRM- 311U
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Keep feet and
hands away
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Debris Shield
WARNING
Plastic Debris Shields are equipped with a
sharp cut-off knife for cutting nylon trimmer
line to length during operation. Use extreme
care when assembling nylon line head to gear
case to avoid accidental contact with cut-off
knife. Wear work gloves when assembling
nylon line head to gear case, and avoid
contact with sharp cut-off knife edges.
Unit Conguration
GT Models: If your Model GT curved
shaft trimmer is not fully assembled, you
must assemble the unit as instructed in the
Operator’s Manual provided with the unit.
Before using the unit, make sure the plastic
debris shield, trimmer head, and handle are
properly attached, and are securely fastened.
If your GT curved shaft trimmer has been pre-
assembled, you must make sure the plastic
debris shield, handle, and trimmer head are
properly installed and securely attached, as
shown in the Operator’s Manual provided with
the unit.
WARNING
NEVER install a metal blade on a model GT
curved shaft trimmer. Use of any metal blade
on a GT curved shaft trimmer can result in
serious injury to operator and bystanders.
Use only nylon line heads or GT series Maxi-
Cut plastic weed trimmers approved for use
on GT models. (See Set-up Guide page 15)
Cut-Off Knife
SRM Debris Shield
GT Debris Shield
Cut-Off
Knife
Front Handle
GT Debris
Shield
Trimmer Head
GT MODEL
NO Metal
Blades
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SRM Models:
If your trimmer-brushcutter requires assembly
before it can be used, you must make sure the
unit is properly congured for the type of cutting
attachment you will be using. Follow the instructions
in the Operator’s Manual provided with the unit. You
must install the required cutting attachment, debris
shield, handle, and any other protective devices
needed, such as a harness loop and safety harness.
See SRM/PAS/SB Set-Up Guide Page 17)
If your trimmer-brushcutter has been preassembled,
you must make sure the unit is properly congured
for the type of cutting you will be performing. If the
unit is not properly congured, you must rst remove
the incorrect parts, and then install the correct parts,
following the instructions in the Operator’s Manual
before using the trimmer-brushcutter,
PAS/SB Models:
Pro Attachment Series (PAS) and Split-Boom
(SB) models are for use only with PAS series
attachments, and must not be used with any other
type or brand of attachment. Select the desired PAS
attachment, and assemble the attachment to the
powerhead driveshaft using the coupler. Follow the
safety and operating instructions in the Operator’s
Manual provided with the attachment, and General
Safety Instructions in this Safety Manual.
SRM MODEL
Front
Handle
Front
Handle
Debris
Shield
PAS MODEL
GT MAXI-CUT BLADE/NYLON LINE HEAD SET-UP GUIDE
TO USE
THESE
CUTTING
ATTACHMENTS
GT Series
Maxi-Cut
Grass/
Weed
Plastic
Cutters
GT Dual
Line
ECHOmatic
Line Head
GT Single
Line
ECHOmatic
Line Head
2 Line
GT Rapid
Loader Line
Head
You
must
install
these
parts!
Front
Handle Loop Handle (STD)
Debris
Shield Plastic Shield (STD)
Harness Not Required
Mounting
Hardware
*
Flat
Washer Extra
Hardware
Not
Required
Extra
Hardware
Not
Required
Flat Washer
3/8-24 R.H
Thread Hex
Locknut
3/8-24 R.H
Thread Hex
Locknut
Standard Cutting
Line Diameter N/A .080
Diameter
.080
Diameter
.095
Diameter
* All required installation hardware provided with cutting attachment
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The Pro Attachment Series and Split-Boom models allow the use of a wide
range of attachments to perform various lawn, garden, and landscaping tasks.
These attachments have individual safety and operating rules which must
be obeyed for safe operation. You must read and understand the safety and
operating instructions for each attachment before using the unit. You must also
review the general safety instructions for PAS Attachments.
If you change PAS attachments, you must
also make sure your front handle is properly
congured for the new attachment.
PAS/SB Front Handle Conguration
The required front handle conguration of your PAS/SB unit may change,
depending on the type of PAS attachment being used:
• Use the barrier bar provided with the PAS power head when instructed in the
PAS Attachment Operator’s Manual.
• Remove the barrier bar when using an attachment that does not require a
barrier. See the PAS/SB Attachments Barrier Bar Use table for barrier bar
usage information.
BARRIER BAR USE- PAS/SB ATTACHMENTS
PAS
ATTACHMENT RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL
NOT
RECOM-
MENDED
Shaft Hedge Clipper X
Tiller- Cultivator X
Power Pruner X
Standard Line Trimmer X
Pro Sweep X
Pro Thatch X2
Articulating Hedge
Clipper
X
Brushcutter1X3
Rapid Loader Line
Trimmer
X
Pro Paddle X
1. See SRM/PAS/SB Blade Set-up Guide on Page 17 for blade use
requirements
2. Use J-Handle provided with Pro-Thatch attatchment as a barrier
3. Brushcutter requires U-Handle & Harness
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SRM/PAS/SB Blade Conguration
If you change the cutting attachment on your SRM, PAS,
or SB unit from nylon line head to a blade, you must also
install all of the parts required for blade operation. These
parts vary by type of blade being used, and may include
replacing the front handle with a U-Handle (See the SRM/
PAS/SB Set-Up Guide, Page 17)
DANGER
A trimmer-brushcutter unit equipped with a metal blade
can cause serious injuries if handled improperly.
ALWAYS use extreme care when carrying or handling
the unit to avoid contact with the cutting edges of the
blade. ECHO Inc. recommends using the optional
plastic blade cover to protect yourself and others from
accidental blade contact.
SRM/PAS/SB Blade Set-Up Guide
Use this conguration table as a guide for setting up your unit with a blade.
See the assembly instructions in your Operator’s Manual or Blade Conversion
Kit for specic information.
Circular Blade
Cover
SRM/PAS/SB SET-UP GUIDE*
To Use These
Blades
Pro Maxi-
Cut Grass/
Weed
Plastic
Cutters
Rigid
Plastic Tri-
Cut Grass/
Weed Blade
Metal Tri-
Cut/8 Tooth
Grass/
Weed
Blade
Metal 80T
Brush Blade
Metal 22T
Clearing
Saw Blade
You
must
install
these
parts!
Handle
Loop
Handle,
w/or w/o
Barrier Bar
Loop
Handle w/
Barrier Bar,
or U-Handle
Loop
Handle w/
Barrier Bar,
or U-Handle
U-Handle
Debris
Shield
Metal
Shield Metal Shield Metal Shield Metal Shield
Harness Shoulder
Harness
Shoulder
Harness
Shoulder
Harness
Shoulder
Harness****
Blade
Mounting
Hardware
Upper
Plate & Flat
Washer
Upper Plate
& Glide Cup
Upper/
Lower Blade
Plates**
Upper/
Lower Blade
Plates**
Hex Nut Hex Nut Hex Nut Hex Nut
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 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 harness
U-handle/Blade Kit
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PE Models
DANGER
Modication, improper assembly, or use of
unapproved blades or attachments, can result in
serious injury, engine failure, and voiding of warranty.
Use only blades and attachments approved for use on
PE Series power edger models.
Assemble unit only as instructed in Operator’s
Manual, using parts provided with unit.
• NEVER modify edger or install blades or
attachments not approved by for use on model PE
power edgers.
• NEVER remove debris shield or deector ap.
• NEVER install grass, weed, clearing, brushcutter,
or any other type of circular metal saw blades or
cutting attachment on an edger.
• ALWAYS use a new split pin each time blade is
installed or replaced.
• ALWAYS remember to remove locking bar,
T-wrench, and any other tools used to assemble
unit or tighten hardware.
• ALWAYS store assembly tools safely away from
the work area.
DANGER
Improper use of any trimmer, brushcutter, or PAS/
SB unit and attachment or Power Edger, can cause
serious or fatal injury. Moving edger blades and
attachments can cut through work gloves, protective
clothing, and footwear, and cause serious injuries.
Keep hands, feet, and all other body parts away from
spinning blades or attachments.
You must read, understand, and obey all safety and
operating instructions in this Safety Manual, your
unit’s Operator’s Manual, and in the Operator’s
Manual or Installation Instructions provided with any
attachment, accessory, or parts kit that will be used.
Keep Hands/
Feet Away From
Edger Blade
PE POWER EDGER
PE Debris Shield
Deector Flap
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All Front Loop Handle Models
Make sure the front loop handle is positioned
beyond the minimum handle spacing line, as
shown on the handle spacing decal on the drive
shaft housing. The minimum handle spacing line
indicates the minimum distance between the rear
handle and front handle, and helps ensure the
operator’s hands are far enough apart to maintain
good control of the unit.
Final Assembly Check List
After assembly, check your unit to make sure guards, shields, protective
devices, and all other parts are properly and securely assembled and working
correctly. See the Operator’s Manual for assembly details and part locations
for your unit.
• Make sure all required hardware has
been used and is properly tightened.
• Make sure throttle lock-out lever resets
when released.
• Make sure throttle trigger does not
operate unless throttle lockout lever is
depressed.
• Make sure throttle trigger returns to
normal position when released.
• Make sure stop switch operates properly,
moving feely between STOP and run
positions.
• Move STOP switch to stop position.
• Connect spark plug lead.
NEVER fuel, start, or operate your unit unless it is fully assembled, all shields
and required guards are in place, and the throttle lock-out lever and trigger are
working properly.
If parts are damaged, missing, or do not operate properly, or if you have
a problem assembling your unit, contact your Dealer for assistance or call
Consumer Product Support.
Stop Switch
Throttle Lock-
out Lever
Throttle Trigger
Minimum Handle
Spacing Line
Minimum
Handle
Spacing
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DANGER
Explosion/Fire/Burn Hazard. Gasoline is extremely ammable. Vapors are
explosive. Keep at least 50 feet (15 m) away from heat, sparks, open ame,
smoking materials, static electricity, and all other
sources of ignition when fueling unit.
Gasoline vapor is heavier than air, and can
travel along the ground to nearby sources of
ignition such as electrical motors, pilot lights,
and hot or running engines. Vapors ignited by
an ignition source can ash back to the fuel
container, resulting in an explosion, re, serious
or fatal injuries, and extensive property damage.
Follow these important safety precautions to
minimize risk of explosion or re:
• ALWAYS use an approved, "no-spill" type fuel container with tight-tting
caps.
• ALWAYS follow posted safety instructions for
lling fuel containers at lling stations.
• ALWAYS place container to be lled with
gasoline on the ground to prevent static build-
up during lling.
• ALWAYS keep the metal lling pump nozzle in
contact with the fuel container while dispensing
fuel to prevent buildup and discharge of static
electricity.
• NEVER ll fuel container on SUV/truck bed or
in trunk of car.
• NEVER smoke near fuel.
• NEVER allow ames or sparks near fuel.
• ALWAYS loosen fuel caps slowly to allow
pressure in tanks and containers to escape
• ALWAYS use extreme care when mixing,
storing, or handling fuel.
• NEVER remove tank cap or refuel a unit while the engine is hot or running
Fill Fuel Outdoors
Open Fuel Cap Slowly
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