Echo SG340 Owners Manual v.4
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SG340 - 340cc HONDA
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
PN: 12399
Rev. 010111
Companion to 12398
SN Range: B00001 - C09759
OWNER'S MANUAL
Before You Begin
DEAR ECHO BEAR CAT CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing a ECHO Bear Cat product. The ECHO Bear Cat line is designed, tested, and manufactured
to give years of dependable performance. To keep your machine operating at peak efciency, it is necessary to adjust
it correctly and make regular inspections. The following pages will assist you in the operation and maintenance of your
machine. Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine.
If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 1-800-247-7335.
If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized ECHO Bear Cat Dealer.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. ECHO Bear Cat is continually making
improvements and developing new equipment. In doing so, we reserve the right to make changes or add improvements
to our product without obligation for equipment previously sold.
PLEASE SEND US YOUR WARRANTY CARD
A warranty card is included in your owner's kit packaged with your machine. Please take the time to ll in the information
requested on the card. When you send your completed card to us, we will register your machine and start your
coverage under our limited warranty.
FOR MACHINE SERVICE OR PARTS:
For service assistance, contact your nearest authorized
ECHO Bear Cat dealer or the factory. For parts, contact
your authorized dealer. Your dealer will need to know the
serial number of your machine to provide the most efcient
service. See below for information on how to identify and
record the serial number for your machine.
FOR ENGINE SERVICE OR PARTS:
For engine service or parts, contact your nearest authorized
engine dealer. ECHO Bear Cat does not handle any parts,
repairs or warranties for engines.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Please record the serial number in the space provided and
on the warranty and registration card.
MANUFACTURED BY CRARY INDUSTRIES
WEST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58078 U.S.A.
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A.
XXXXXX
ORDERING PARTS
Only genuine ECHO Bear Cat replacement parts should
be used to repair the machine. Replacement parts
manufactured by others could present safety hazards,
even though they may t on this machine. Replacement
parts are available from your ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
Provide the following when ordering parts:
The SERIAL NUMBER of your machine.
The PART NUMBER of the part.
The PART DESCRIPTION.
The QUANTITY needed.
SERIAL NUMBER
HOW TO CONTACT ECHO BEAR CAT
ADDRESS PHONE E-MAIL HOURS
237 NW 12th Street
P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078
*Original instructions
© 2012, CRARY INDUSTRIES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRODUCED AND PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
800.247.7335
701.282.5520
FAX: 701.282.9522
sales@bearcatproducts.com
service@bearcatproducts.com
Monday - Friday,
8 am to 5 pm
Central Time
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty applies to all AG and Outdoor Power Equipment manufactured by Crary Industries.
Crary Industries warrants to the original owner each new Crary Industries product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend 1 year from date of
delivery for income producing (commercial) applications and 2 years from date of delivery for non-income
producing (consumer) use of the product. The product is warranted to the original owner as evidenced by a
completed warranty registration on le at Crary Industries. Replacement parts are warranted for (90) days
from date of installation.
THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO CRARY INDUSTRIES
WITHIN 10 DAYS OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OR THE WARRANTY
WILL BE VOID.
In the event of a failure, return the product, at your cost, along with proof of purchase to the selling Crary
Industries dealer. Crary Industries will, at its option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in
material or workmanship. Warranty on any repairs will not extend beyond the product warranty. Repair or
attempted repair by anyone other than a Crary Industries dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage
that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty. Crary Industries does not warrant
replacement components not manufactured or sold by Crary Industries.
1. This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship.
2. This warranty does not cover normal wear items including but not limited to bearings, belts, pulleys, filters
and chipper knives.
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3. This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.
4. This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper
maintenance.
5. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.
6. This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product.
7. Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.
Crary Industries is not liable for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from the unauthorized modication or alteration of a Crary product or from the owner’s failure to assemble, install, maintain or
operate the product in accordance with the provisions of the Owner’s manual.
Crary Industries is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages or injuries including but not
limited to loss of crops, loss of prots, rental of substitute equipment or other commercial loss.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other rights that may vary from area to area.
Crary Industries makes no warranties, representations or promises, expressed or implied as to the performance of its products other than those set forth in this warranty. Neither the dealer nor any other person has
any authority to make any representations, warranties or promises on behalf of Crary Industries or to modify
the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way. Crary Industries, at its discretion, may periodically offer
limited, written enhancements to this warranty.
CRARY INDUSTRIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE DESIGN AND/OR SPECIFICATIONS
OF ITS PRODUCTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT OBLIGATION TO PREVIOUS PURCHASERS OF ITS
PRODUCTS.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
SAFETY .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ..........................................................................................1
1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION ......................................................................................... 1
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING ................................................................................................ 1
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY ................................................................................................. 2
1.5 MAINTENANCE & STORAGE SAFETY......................................................................2
1.6 SAFETY DECALS .......................................................................................................3
ASSEMBLY ..............................................................................................................................4
2.1 ASSEMBLE UPPER HANDLE BAR ............................................................................ 4
2.2 ADD MOTOR OIL ........................................................................................................ 4
2.3 FILL THE FUEL TANK ................................................................................................. 4
FEATURES & CONTROLS ...................................................................................................... 5
OPERATION ............................................................................................................................. 6
4.1 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................... 6
4.2 STUMP REMOVALL .................................................................................................... 7
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 8
5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................................................................... 8
5.2 CHECK OPIL AND CHANGE FILTER ......................................................................... 8
5.3 SHARPEN CUTTING TEETH .....................................................................................9
5.4 SHARPENING GUIDE ................................................................................................ 9
5.5 CHECK & REPLACE DRIVE BELT ........................................................................... 10
5.6 ADJUST ENGINE SHUTDOWN LEVER ................................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 12
BOLT TORQUE ................................................................................................................ 13
OPTIONS ................................................................................................................................ 12
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SAFETY
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The Owner/Operator's manual uses this symbol to alert
you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol,
read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure
to obey the safety message could result in personal injury,
death or property damage.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
combustion engine that burns gasoline or diesel fuel
(hydrocarbons). Therefore, your power equipment must
be equipped with a spark arrester mufer in continuous
effective working order. The spark arrester must be
attached to the engine exhaust system in such a manner
that ames or heat from the system will not ignite ammable
material.
Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply
with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law
and may also be a violation of other state and/or federal
regulations, laws, ordinances, or codes. Contact your
local re marshal or forest service for specic information
about which regulations apply in your area.
The standard mufer installed on the engine is not equipped
with a spark arrester. One must be added before using
this machine in an area where a spark arrester is required
by law. Contact the local authorities if these laws apply to
you. See your authorized engine dealer for spark arrester
options.
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION
Under California Law and the laws of several other
states, you are not permitted to operate an internal
combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest
covered, brush covered or grass covered land or on land
covered with grain, hay or other
ammable agricultural crops,
without an engine spark arrester
in continuous effective working
order.
The engine on your power
equipment, like most outdoor
power equipment, is an internal
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses
and use hearing protection at
all times when operating this
machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted
clothing. Never operate this
machine while wearing clothing
with drawstrings that could wrap around or get caught
in the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance or judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
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SAFETY
7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children. It is recommended
that bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters) away
from the area of operation.
8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
10. Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows
or air conditioners.
11. Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel
to a cool engine only.
12. Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks,
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
13. Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
14. Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good
working condition.
15. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key where applicable.
16. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
1. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. Keep face and body away from
discharge openings.
2. Keep hands and feet out of cutting area while machine
is operating to avoid serious personal injury. Stop
and allow machine to come to a complete stop before
clearing obstructions.
3. Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic
or the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
4. Do not allow the cutter teeth to come into contact
with metal, rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign
material.
5. Ensure debris does not blow
into traffic, parked cars, or
pedestrians.
6. Keep the machine clear of debris
and other accumulations.
7. Do not run the engine indoors.
8. Maintain firm control of the machine during operation
to prevent tipping. Always be sure of your footing.
9. Immediately stop the engine by releasing bottom bail if
the cutter teeth strike any foreign object and allow the
blades to come to a complete stop before removing
object.
10. Stop engine immediately by releasing bottom bail if
the machine starts vibrating abnormally and correct
the problem before restarting.
11. Release bottom bail to stop engine before leaving
machine unattended.
12. Shut off the power source, and make sure all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before inspecting
or servicing any part of the machine.
13. Do not allow processed material to build up in the
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge.
14. Shut off machine immediately if the machine becomes
clogged, the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign
object, or the machine starts vibrating or making an
unusual noise. Shut off the machine, remove the
ignition key and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. After machine stops:
• Inspect for damage.
• Replace or repair any damaged parts.
• Check for and tighten any loose parts.
15. Check blade bolts for proper torque after every eight
hours of operation. Check blade sharpness daily and
re-sharpen as required to keep blades sharp. Failure
to do so may cause poor performance, damage or
personal injury and will void the machine warranty.
1.5 MAINTENANCE & STORAGE SAFETY
1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing
an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key
where applicable.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
3. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
4. Store the machine out of reach of children and where
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
5. Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where fumes may be ignited by an
open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves,
electric motors, etc.
6. Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for
storage periods of three months or more.
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