User manual ECHO SMR-2110 TYPE 1E 11-01

[. . . ] Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Operator's Manual MODELS, Type 1E SRM - 2100, 2110 Serial Number 982333 & Up WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X7532278902 89861554132 11/01 GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. 3 IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited. NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. SAFETY DECALS Locate these safety decals on your unit. [. . . ] Tighten harness clamp screw. K 18 PRE - OPERATION OPERATION WITH BLADES Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use WARNING DANGER Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield and harness can result in serious personal injury. Plastic and Nylon Blades Require "Blade Conversion Kit, " P/N 99922200415 (metal shield, barrier bar, and shoulder harness). Steel/Metal Blades Require "Blade Conversion Kit" PLUS a "U-Handle Kit. " P/N 35130454130 or Combination Blade Kit and "U-Handle Kit" P/N 99944200451. Choosing the Correct Blade WARNING DANGER The type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders. GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL Plastic/Nylon Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. DO NOT use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 19 8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade P/N 69600120331 is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. (19 mm) diameter or larger. Brush/Clearing Blade P/N 69500120331 is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 76 mm (3" in. ) diameter. Use Shoulder/Waist Harness P/N 99944200200 Use of the Shoulder/ Waist Harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer/Brush Cutter use, not just Blade operation. The Shoulder/Waist Harness when used in a trimming operation with nylon line head suspends the trimmer from the operator's shoulder and reduces operator fatigue. During blade operation, the same fatigue reduction is achieved. Safety to the operator is also enhanced by preventing blade contact with the operators hands and feet by restricting trimmer movement. NOTE In case of Emergency, pull up on the Quick Release Collar to disconnect the trimmer from the harness. 20 FUEL Fuel Requirements R Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ + M ] gasoline or gasohol known to be good 2 quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD approved oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, 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 EPA Phase II Emission Defect Warranty Explanation. ) IMPORTANT Echo Premium 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. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Install fuel container cap and wipe any spilled fuel from container and surrounding area. IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information. After refueling; · Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. · Move at least 3 m (10 ft. ) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; · DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Handling Fuel WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. [. . . ] Pull the recoil starter 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). GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 33 NOTES 34 NOTES GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 35 NOTES SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO Re Power Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type number and Serial Number of the unit with you. __________ SERVICE Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. [. . . ]