Echo PAS-231, PAS-230, PAS-265, PAS-261, SRM-261SB User Manual
Trimmer Attachment
Operator's Manual
MODEL 99944200545
FOR MODELS: SRM-2400SB
SRM-260SB/261SB
PAS-230/231
PAS-260/261
PAS-2601
PAS-265
X7702093800
WARNING
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an
Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual for Pro Attachment Series power source
or Split Boom Trimmer. Those manuals and this manual must be read and understood for proper and safe operation, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
X770001330
02/09
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. 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 operating 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 and maintenance specific to the attachment.
THE SAFETY MANUAL
Explains possible hazards and what measures you should take to insure
safe operation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................. 2
- The Operator's Manual .......................................... 2
- The Safety manual ................................................. 2
Safety ............................................................................ 3
- Manual Safety Symbols & Important Information . 3
- International Symbols ............................................ 3
- Personal Condition and Safety Equipment ............ 4
- Equipment .............................................................. 6
Description ................................................................... 7
Contents ....................................................................... 8
Assembly ...................................................................... 8
- Power Head Shaft / Lower Shaft Assembly.......... 8
- Plastic Shield Installation ..................................... 8
- Nylon Head Installation ........................................ 9
- Remove Nylon Line Head ................................... 10
Operation ....................................................................10
- To Advance Trimmer Line .................................. 10
Copyright© 2009 By Echo, Incorporated
All Rights Reserved.
Maintenance ............................................................... 11
- Skill Levels ......................................................... 11
- Maintenance Intervals ......................................... 11
- Lubrication ..........................................................11
- Nylon Line Replacement .................................... 12
Storage ........................................................................ 14
Specifications............................................................. 14
Servicing Information ................................................ 16
- Parts/Serial Number .................................................... 16
- Service ................................................................. 16
- ECHO Consumer Product Support .....................16
- Warranty Card ..................................................... 16
- Additional or Replacement Manuals .................. 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.
SAFETY
TRIMMER ATTACHMENT
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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MANUAL
SAFETY 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.
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.
CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL
This symbol means the specific action
shown is prohibited. Ignoring these
prohibitions can result in serious or fatal
injury.
NOTE
WARNING
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the
This enclosed message provides tips for use, care
and maintenance of the unit.
word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or
condition which CAN lead to serious personal
injury or death if not avoided.
IMPORTANT
The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.
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.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
"WARNING, SEE
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Wear eyes, ears and
head protection
Finger Severing
Wear hand and
foot protection
Symbol form/shape
Keep bystanders and helpers
away 15 m (50 ft.).
Symbol
description/application
Hot
Surface
Fuel and oil mixture
Emergency stop
WARNING
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
Carburetor adjustment
- High speed mixture
Carburetor adjustment
- Idle speed
Carburetor adjustment
- Low speed mixture
DO NOT USE
BLADES - Line
Head Only
Do not exceed
10,000 RPM.
Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application
Primer Bulb
Ignition
ON/OFF
Engine choke
control.
Do not operate
without guards and
shields in place.
BEWARE
- Thrown,
Ricochet
objects
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PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
WARNING
Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions
are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit.
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 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, SCARFS, JEWELRY.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles;
• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
Keep long hair away from engine and air 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
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 unit 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.
TRIMMER ATTACHMENT
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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 with which you do the repetitive
movement.
• Do exercise 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.
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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.
Keep a Firm Grip
• Hold the front and rear handles with both hands, with thumbs and
fingers 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.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
• Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during
and immediately after operation.
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