Echo EDR-210 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ENGINE DRILL

EDR-210

WARNING

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT(CANADA)

501 Newbold Street, London, Ontario Canada N6E 1K4

X750-004 72 3
X750409-3303

Printed in Japan 0906Ap 0389 ES

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Copyright © 2002 All Rights Reserved.

INTRODUCTION

ECHO Engine Drill EDR-210 is a lightweight, high
performance, two-stroke engined unit designed for
drilling.

This Manual provides the information necessary
for operation and maintenance.

SAFETY AND SPECIAL INFORMATION

WARNING

IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS UNIT, OR
FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. READ
AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE
OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL.

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.

NOTE

This enclosed message provides tips for use,
care and maintenance of the unit.

IMPORTANT

The enclosed message provides information
necessary for the protection of the unit.

CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL

This symbol means the specific action
shown is prohibited. Ignoring these
prohibitions can result in serious or
fatal injury.

CAUTION

The safety alert symbol accompanied by the
word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or
condition which may lead to minor or
moderate personal injury if not avoided.

Throughout this manual and on the product itself,
you will find safety alters 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.

CONTENTS

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 1

Safety and Special Information ............................................................................................................. 1

Safety .................................................................................................................................................... 2

Operating Techniques ........................................................................................................................... 5

Description ............................................................................................................................................ 6

Assembling ............................................................................................................................................ 7

Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 7

Maintenance and Care .......................................................................................................................... 11

Trouble shooting.................................................................................................................................... 12

Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... 13

Storage .................................................................................................................................................. 15

Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 16

Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.

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SAFETY

WARNING

ENGINE DRILL USERS RISK INJURY TO
THEMSELVES AND OTHERS IF THE ENGINE
DRILL IS USED IMPROPERLY, AND/OR
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT
FOLLOWED. PROPER CLOTHING AND
SAFETY GEAR MUST BE WORN WHEN
OPERATING ENGINE DRILL.

OPERATOR SAFETY

• Read this Engine drill Operator’s Manual
carefully. Be sure you understand how to
operate this unit properly before you use it.

• Be familiar with all the controls and the proper
use of the machine.

• Wear proper clothing to protect legs and other
exposed parts of your body.

• Wear non-skid sole shoes. Do not wear open­toed shoes or operate unit while bare footed.

• Wear eye and hearing protection devices.

• Use caution when handling fuel. Put the caps
back tightly on both the fuel can and the
engine drill fuel tank.
Move at least 3 m from the refueling point and
be sure there is no leakage of fuel from the fuel
tank cap or the fuel system before starting the
engine.

• Operate this gasoline powered engine
equipment in a well-ventilated area only.

WARNING

ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE WHEN A DRILL
JAM OCCURS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
REMOVE AN OBJECT CAUSING A DRILL
JAM IF THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. PHYSICAL
INJURY CAN OCCUR IF A DRILL JAM IS
REMOVED AND THE DRILLS START
MOVING.

• Do all drilling at full throttle speed. Drilling at
less at than full speed can damage the clutch
by allowing it to slip.

WARNING

USE A FIRM GRIP WITH THUMBS AND
FINGERS ENCIRCLING THE HANDLES. A
FIRM GRIP WILL HELP YOU KEEP
CONTROL OF THE ENGINE DRILL. NEVER
OPERATE THE ENGINE DRILL ONLY ONE
HAND OR BODILY INJURY CAN OCCUR.

• Always carry the engine drill with the engine
stopped and the HOT muffler away from your
body.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Always wear eye protection goggles that meet
ANSI Z87.1 standards.

• Wear hearing protection.
ECHO recommends that hearing protection be
worn at all times.

• Start the unit on the ground with the throttle set
at idle. Do not start if the drills are obstructed
by the ground or any other object.

• Never allow children to use the machine.

• Do not allow anyone to hold the material you
are drilling.

• Keep a firm grip on the engine drill with both
hands, one hand on the front handle, the other
hand on the rear handle.

• Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts.
Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear, and
safety glasses is recommended.

• While operating the machine always be sure of
a secure position.

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• Wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to
improve your grip on the engine drill handles.
The gloves also help reduce the transmission
of machine vibrations to your hands.

WARNING
PRECAUTION AGAINST VIBRATION
AND COLD

PROTECTING OTHERS

Spectators, children, fellow workers and animals
must be warned to come no nearer than 4.6 m
while the engine drill is in use.
People working in the area near you should wear
the same protective equipment as the operator.

PHYSICAL CONDITION

Your judgement and dexterity may be impaired if
you are ill or have taken alcohol or other
substances known to affect the way you would
normally function.

IT IS BELIEVED THAT A CONDITION
CALLED RAYNAUD’S PHENOMENON,
WHICH AFFECTS THE FINGERS OF
CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS MAY BE BROUGHT
ABOUT BY EXPOSURE TO VIBRATION AND
COLD. EXPOSURE TO VIBRATION AND
COLD MAY CAUSE TINGLING AND
BURNING SENSATIONS FOLLOWED BY
LOSS OF COLOR AND NUMBNESS IN THE
FINGERS. THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS
ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED BECAUSE
THE MINIMUM EXPOSURE WHICH MIGHT
TRIGGER THE AILMENT IS UNKNOWN.

• KEEP YOUR BODY WARM, ESPECIALLY

THE HEAD, NECK, FEET, ANKLES, HANDS
AND WRISTS.

• MAINTAIN GOOD BLOOD CIRCULATION

BY PERFORMING VIGOROUS ARM
EXERCISES DURING FREQUENT WORK
BREAKS AND ALSO BY NOT SMOKING.

• LIMIT THE HOURS OF OPERATION. TRY

TO FILL EACH DAY WITH JOBS WHERE
OPERATING THE ENGINE DRILL OR
OTHER HAND-HELD POWER EQUIPMENT
IS NOT REQUIRED.

Painful or numb fingers?

See your doctor

• IF YOU EXPERIENCE DISCOMFORT,

REDNESS AND SWELLING OF THE
FINGERS FOLLOWED BY WHITENING AND
LOSS OF FEELING, CONSULT YOUR
PHYSICIAN BEFORE FURTHER EXPOSING
YOURSELF TO COLD AND VIBRATION.

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Repetitive Stress Injuries

It is believed that over-using the muscles and
tendons of the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders
may cause soreness, swelling, numbness,
weakness and extreme pain in those areas.
Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a
high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury
(RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your
wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs
through the area. Some believe that prolonged
exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS. CTS
can cause severe pain for months or even years.
To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following:

• Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or
twisted position. Instead try to maintain a
straight wrist position. Also, when grasping,
use your whole hand, not just the thumb and
index finger.

• Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition
and rest your hands.

• Reduce the speed and force with which you do
the repetitive movement.

• Do exercise to strengthen the hand and arm
muscles.

• See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or
pain in the fingers, hands, wrists or arms.
The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more
likely permanent nerve and muscle damage
can be prevented.

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