Echo GT-200 R User Manual

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Grass Trimmer

Operator's Manual

MODEL GT-200R

Serial Number 05001001 - 05147300

WARNING DANGER

Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

X7702277201

X770000661

 

10/03

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the- job-dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operations tips and SAFETY messages.

THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It contains specifications and information for operation, starting, stopping, maintenance, storage, and assembly specific to this product.

THE SAFETY MANUAL

Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It explains possible hazards involved with the use of Grass Trimmers and Brush cutters and what measures you should take to make their use safer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ...............................................................

2

Operation .................................................................

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The Operator's Manual .......................................

2

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Starting Cold Engine .........................................

14

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The Safety Manual .............................................

2

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Starting Warm Engine .......................................

15

Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..

3

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Stopping Engine ...............................................

16

Safety .........................................................................

3

Maintenance ............................................................

16

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Decals .................................................................

3

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SkillLevel ..........................................................

16

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International Symbols .........................................

4

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Maintenance Intervals ......................................

16

Safety Instructions ....................................................

5

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Air Filter ............................................................

17

- Personal Conditions and Safety Equipment .......

5

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Fuel Filter ..........................................................

17

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Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions ............

5

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Spark plug .........................................................

18

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Equipment ...........................................................

6

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Cooling System .................................................

18

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Safe Operation ....................................................

6

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Exhaust System .................................................

19

Emission Control ........................................................

7

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Carburetor Adjustment .....................................

20

Description ................................................................

7

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Lubrication ........................................................

21

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Contents List ......................................................

7

Troubleshooting ......................................................

22

Specifications ...........................................................

10

Storage .....................................................................

23

Assembly .................................................................

11

Servicing Information ...............................................

24

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Plastic Shield Installation ..................................

11

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Parts ..................................................................

24

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Nylon Head Installation ....................................

11

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Service ..............................................................

24

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Nylon Line Installation .....................................

12

- ECHO Consumer Product Support ....................

24

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Front (Loop) Handle .........................................

12

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Warranty Card ..................................................

24

Pre-Operation ...........................................................

13

- Additional or Replacement Manuals ................

24

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Fuel ...................................................................

13

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Copyright© 2003 By Echo, Incorporated

 

include optional equipment and accessories, and may not

All Rights Reserved.

 

include all standard equipment.

 

GRASS TRIMMER

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MANUALSAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational 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.

The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is prohibited.

IMPORTANT

NOTE

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

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

SAFETY

Hot Decal (near muffler)

DECALS

 

Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.

P/N 89016006361

ENGLISHTRANSLATION

WARNING DANGER

This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the Operator's and Safety Manuals, which are provided in Spanish.

SPANISHDECAL

ADVERTENCIA PELIGRO

 

Esta unidad puede ser peligrosa y producir

 

lesiones personales graves si no se usa en

 

forma adecuada. Para reducir el riesgo de

 

lesionarse, los operadores, los ayudantes y los

 

espectadores deben leer y comprender el

890228-09560

Manual Del Operador y los Manuales De

Seguridad que se entregan escritos en español.

 

4

Shaft Decal

P/N 89031744530

WARNING DANGER

This unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the Operator's and Safety manuals.

Blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield in place. Operators, helpers and bystanders must wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection.

Always wear hearing protection when operating unit.

Prevent accidental contact with unit and any cutting attachment. Maintain a 15m (50 ft.) radius, DANGER ZONE surrounding the operator. ONLY the operator, dressed in proper protective clothing should be in the DANGER ZONE.

DO NOT INSTALL METAL BLADES ON GT (GRASS TRIMMER) MODELS.

Cutting attachment does not stop immediately after releasingthrottle. Keep hands and feet clear of blade/cutting attachment unless engine is shut off and cutting attachment is not moving.

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

 

SYMBOL FORM/

SYMBOL

SYMBOL FORM/

SYMBOL

 

 

SHAPE

DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION

SHAPE

DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Read and understand

 

 

 

FUEL AND OIL

 

 

 

Operator's Manual.

 

 

 

MIXTURE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WEAR EYES, EARS

 

 

 

FINGER SEVERING

 

 

 

AND HEAD

 

 

 

 

 

 

PROTECTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOT

 

 

 

WEAR SLIP

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESISTANT

 

 

 

SURFACE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FOOT WEAR.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WEAR HAND AND

 

 

 

DO NOT SMOKE

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEAR FUEL.

 

 

 

FOOT PROTECTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DO NOT ALLOW

 

 

 

SAFETY/ALERT

 

 

 

FLAMES OR

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPARKS NEAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KEEP BYSTANDERS AND HELPERS

AWAY 15 M (50 FT.).

SYMBOL FORM/

SYMBOL

SYMBOL FORM/

SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION

SHAPE

SHAPE

DESCRIPTION/APPLICATION

 

 

CHOKE CONTROL

 

 

"COLD START"

EMERGENCY STOP

 

POSITION

 

 

(CHOKE CLOSED)

 

 

 

 

 

CHOKE CONTROL

 

 

"RUN"

IGNITION

 

POSITION

ON/OFF

 

(CHOKE OPEN)

 

 

 

 

 

PRIMER

CARBURETOR

 

BULB

ADJUSTMENT

 

- HIGH SPEED

 

 

 

 

MIXTURE

 

 

 

 

DO NOT EXCEED

CARBURETOR

 

ADJUSTMENT

 

10,000 RPM.

 

- LOW SPEED MIXTURE

 

 

 

 

 

 

DO NOT OPERATE

 

 

WITHOUT GUARDS

CARBURETOR

 

AND SHIELDS IN

ADJUSTMENT

 

PLACE.

- IDLE SPEED

 

 

 

 

 

BEWARE

 

DO NOT USE

- THROWN,

 

RICOCHET

 

BLADES. STRING

OBJECTS

 

LINE ONLY

 

 

GRASS TRIMMER

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

WARNING DANGER

Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a trimmer.

Physical Condition

Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:

if you are tired or sick,

if you are taking medication,

if you have taken alcohol or drugs.

Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.

Eye Protection

Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements whenever you operate the unit.

Hand Protection

Wear no-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.

Hearing Protection

ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.

Proper Clothing

Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;

Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.

DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,

DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, and JEWELRY. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles:

DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,

DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED.

Keep long hair away from engine and blower intake. Retain hair with cap or net.

Hot Humid Weather

Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.

EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS

Vibration and Cold --

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 trimmer or other hand-held power equipment is not required.

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.

Repetitive Stress Injuries --

It is believed that overusing 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 in which you do the repetitive movement.

Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles.

Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult 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.

Echo GT-200 R User Manual

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EQUIPMENT

WARNING DANGER

Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.

Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.

Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found.

Inspect shield for damage and ensure that the cut-off knife issecurely in place. Replace if either is damaged or missing.

Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.

Check that front (loop) handle and optional shoulder/waist harness are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. See Assembly for proper adjustment.

Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer.

Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.

SAFE OPERATION

WARNING DANGER

Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.

Read the Manuals

Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.

Clear the Work Area

Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use.

KeepaFirmGrip

Hold the front and rear handles with both hands, with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles.

Keep a Solid Stance

Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach.

GRASS TRIMMER

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

EMISSION CONTROL

EPA Phase 2

The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification ).

An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine FAMILY).

IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY: 3EHXS.0214EA DISPLACEMENT: 21.2 CC

EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD : 300 HRS.

THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PHASE 2 EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY

The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

DESCRIPTION

The ECHO product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, installation of the plastic debris shield, nylon line head, and positioning of the front handle are necessary.

After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.

*Some units may be factory pre-assembled. No assembly tools are needed and the nylon line head, plastic debris shield, and mounting hardware, shown in the contents list, are pre-assembled to the unit. Only the front handle may need to be re-positioned for comfortable operation.

CONTENTS LIST

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Trimmer Assembly:

 

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Power Head

 

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Drive Shaft Assembly

 

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- Plastic Bag (Co-Pack)

 

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Operator's Manual

 

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Safety Manual

 

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- Warranty Card & Limited Warranty

 

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- Locking Tool, P/N 89751801131 (head locking tool)

 

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Safety Glasses

 

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- Echo Power Blend TM 2-stroke oil sample

 

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- 12 pcs. 8 in. x .080 Pre-cut Nylon Line

 

* __

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Rapid LoaderTM 2-line Head

*

*__ - Shield Assembly

*__ - Line Head Mounting Hardware:

*___ - 3/8-24 Locknut

*___ - Small Washer

*___ - Large Washer

*___ - Locking Tool, P/N 89751801131 (wrench handle)

*___ - Wrench 17 x 14.5, P/N X602000031

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