User manual ECHO GT-200R 07-07

[. . . ] Grass Trimmer Operator's Manual MODEL GT-200R WARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X7712277201 X771000741 07/07 2 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-thejob-dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. [. . . ] Turn locknut clockwise, and tighten securely. E D B IMPORTANT Remember to remove the locking tool. NYLON LINE INSTALLATION 1. Thread new lines through outside holes (A) in housing until ends meet in center of recess. NOTE Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure easy removal of used lines. A GRASS TRIMMER OPERATOR'S MANUAL FRONT 11 (LOOP) HANDLE MIN SPACING NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. A NOTE Front handle is pre-installed. Position front handle (A) in comfortable operating position and tighten wing nut (B). The cutting attachment should be 5-7. 5 cm (2-3 in. ) above the ground and as level as possible. B OPERATION WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. 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. NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. FUEL WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-20 (20% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine components. Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. 12 Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J. A. S. O. Echo brand premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J. A. S. O. FC/FD certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend X TM, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two-stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation. ) IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. · Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired. · Move at least 3m (10 ft. ) from refueling location before starting the engine. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. [. . . ] Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance 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. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. 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. [. . . ]