Echo WT160S Owners Manual v.1
WHEELED
TRIMMER
WT160S 160 cc SELF-PROPELLED
WT160T 160 cc PUSH W/TILT
WT190 190 cc PUSH
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
WT190S 190 cc SELF-PROPELLED
WT190T 190 cc PUSH W/TILT
WT190SE 190 cc SELF-PROPELLED
ELECTRIC
OWNER'S MANUAL
PN: 12331
Rev. 050809
Companion to 12330
SN Range: 702557 - A05369
Before You Begin
MANUFACTURED BY CRARY INDUSTRIES
MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A.
XXXXXX
WEST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58078 U.S.A.
SERIAL NUMBER
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. The parts manual for your machine
is available at http://bearcatproducts.com/main/support/
index_html. 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.
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 Instruction
© 2009, CRARY INDUSTRIES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRODUCED AND PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
800-247-7335
701-282-5520
FAX: 701-282-9522
opesales@crary.com
service@crary.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 file 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.
This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship. 1.
This warranty does not cover normal wear items including but not limited to bearings, belts, pulleys, filters 2.
and chipper knives.
ENGLISH
This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.3.
This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper 4.
maintenance.
This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.5.
This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product. 6.
Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.7.
Crary Industries is not liable for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from the unauthorized
modification 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 profits, rental of substitute equipment or other commercial loss.
This warranty gives you specific 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 AND STORAGE SAFETY ..........................................................2
1.6 BATTERY SAFETY ...............................................................................................2
1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ................................................................................3
ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................... 4
2.1 INSTALL THE HANDLEBAR ..................................................................................4
2.2 ADD OIL 5
2.3 FILL THE FUEL TANK ...........................................................................................5
FEATURES & CONTROLS ................................................................................... 6
OPERATION .........................................................................................................7
4.1 STARTING THE MOWER ......................................................................................7
4.2 STOPPING THE MOWER .....................................................................................7
4.3 TRIMMING GUIDE .................................................................................................7
4.4 SELF-PROPELLED OPERATION ..........................................................................8
4.5 PARALLEL TRIMMING FOR PUSH TRIMMERS ...................................................8
4.6 PARALLEL TRIMMING FOR SELF-PROPELLED MODELS .................................8
4.7 OFF CENTER TILT FEATURE (OCT) ....................................................................8
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ 9
5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.................................................................................9
5.2 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................9
5.3 CUTTING STRING REPLACEMENT ...................................................................10
5.4 DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT .............................................................................10
5.5 ENGINE MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................10
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................ 11
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 12
7.1 SIZE SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................12
7.2 BOLT TORQUE ...................................................................................................13
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Section
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.
The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor
power equipment, is an internal 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.
Read and understand this owner ’s manual. Be 1.
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating 2.
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing 3.
or illegible safety decals.
Obtain and wear safety glasses 4.
and use hearing protection at
all times when operating this
machine.
Av oid wearin g lo ose fitt ed 5.
clothing. Never operate this
machine while wearing clothing
with drawstrings that could wrap around or get caught
in the machine.
Do not operate this machine if you are under the 6.
influence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance or judgment. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
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SAFETY
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of 7.
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.
Do not allow children to operate this equipment.8.
Use only in daylight or good artificial light.9.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine 10.
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.
Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove 11.
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel
to a cool engine only.
Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks, 12.
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
Do not operate machine without shields in place. 13.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good 14.
working condition.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine, 15.
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.
Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners 16.
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
1.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing 1.
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.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. 2.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.3.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where 4.
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank 5.
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.
Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for 6.
storage periods of three months or more.
1.6 BATTERY SAFETY
Improper use and care of the battery on electric start models
can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
Always observe the following safety precautions.
Poison/Danger - Causes Severe Burns. The battery
contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Keep out of reach of children.
ANTIDOTE-External Contact: Flush immediately •
with water.
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic 1.
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
Kee p the mac hine cl ear of debr is and oth er 2.
accumulations.
On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery 3.
before doing any inspection or service.
When the trimmer bail is engaged, the trimmer disk is 4.
rotating. Do not attempt to inspect or service the machine
while the trimmer disk is rotating.
ANTIDOTE-Internal: Drink a large amount of water •
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
ANTIDOTE-Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 •
minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
The battery produces explosive gases. Keep sparks, 1.
flame or cigarettes away. Ventilate area when charging
battery. Always wear safety goggles when working
near battery.
The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage 2.
battery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid
contact with battery contents.
Neutralize acid spills with a baking soda and water 3.
solution. Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-out
battery. Check with local authorities for proper disposal
methods.
Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and fire can 4.
result.
Before working with electrical wires or components, 5.
disconnect battery ground (negative) cable first.
Disconnect positive cable second. Reverse this order
when reconnecting battery cables.
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SAFETY
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1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the
engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals. Make certain that
all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement
must be applied to their original locations.
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KEEP FACE AND BODY AWAY
FROM DISCHARGE AREAS.
KEEP MAC H I N E C L E A R
OF D EBR IS AN D OT HER
ACCUMULATIONS. BUILD
UP OF DEBRIS ON MACHINE
CAN CAUSE A FIRE.
OBTAIN AND WEAR SAFETY
GLASSES AND USE HEARING
PROTECTION AT ALL TIMES
WHE N OP ERAT ING TH IS
MACHINE.
BEFORE INSPECT ING OR
SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS
MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER
SOURCE, DISCONNECT
SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM
SPARK PLUG AND MAKE
SURE ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE
STOP.
DO N OT O PER AT E TH IS
EQUIPMENT IN THE VICINITY
OF BYSTANDERS. DO NOT
A L L OW C H I L DR E N T O
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.
ALWAYS STAND CLEAR OF
DI SC HA RG E ARE A WHE N
OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
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DO N OT ALLOW HANDS
OR ANY PART OF BODY
OR CLOTHING NEAR ANY
MOVING PART TO AVOID
SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.
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ASSEMBLY
Section
2.1 INSTALL THE HANDLEBAR
Remove the trimmer and handlebar from the shipping box and pallet.1.
The manual container is partially assembled on one side of the handlebar. If necessary, loosen the bolt securing 2.
the manual container to the handlebar. Rotate the container and attach the remaining end to the opposite side of
the handlebar using one 5/16" x 2-1/4 bolt, washer and nut. DO NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS AT THIS TIME.
Stand handlebar upright. Align the bottom hole on the handlebar with the bottom hole on the handlebar support 3.
channel located on the trimmer and attach with two 5/16" x 1" bolts, washers and nuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS
AT THIS TIME.
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ASSEMBLY
Adjust the handlebar height by rotating the handlebar until the top hole on the handlebar is aligned with a corresponding 4.
hole on the handlebar support channel and attach using two 5/16" x 1" bolts, washers and nuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN
BOLTS AT THIS TIME.
Tighten the bolts securing the manual container to the handlebar. 5.
Tighten all remaining bolts.6.
Use the two ties provided in the owner's kit to tie the wires to the handlebar.7.
ENGLISH
2.2 ADD OIL
Check the oil level and, if needed, ll the engine crankcase with the type and amount of oil specied in the engine
owner’s manual.
2.3 FILL THE FUEL TANK
WARNING
Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly ammable
and their vapors are explosive. To prevent
personal injury or property damage:
Store fuel only in approved containers, in well
ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from
sparks or ames. A container with a capacity of 2 gallons
or less with a pouring spout is recommended. Do not ll
the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running, since
spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot
parts or sparks from ignition. Do not start the engine
near spilled fuel. Never use fuel as a cleaning agent.
DO NOT MIX OIL WITH FUEL.
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Use only those types of fuels that are recommended in
your engine owner’s manual.
To add fuel:
Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and 1.
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove key from key
switch. Allow the engine and muffler to cool for at least
three minutes.
Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove cap.2.
Using a clean funnel, fill fuel tank to 1/2” below bottom 3.
of filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion.
Install fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
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SELFPROPELLED
BAIL
THROTTLE
TRIMMER
BAIL
SHIFT
LEVER
TRIMMER
BAIL
TILT CONTROL
HANDLE
Section
FEATURES & CONTROLS
The following descriptions dene the features and controls
of your machine.
Refer to Figure 3.1 for feature locations.
REFER TO ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL FOR FURTHER
ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE
ALL MODELS
The fuel shut off valve opens and closes the connection
between the fuel tank and the carburetor. If the engine
is equipped with a fuel shut off valve, turn it to the ON
position for starting. When the engine is not in use, leave
the fuel valve lever in the OFF position.
ENGINE THROTTLE
MODELS: ALL 190CC MODELS
Changes engine speed. Move throttle to the FAST position
for starting. Move throttle to the SLOW position to shut
engine off. The engine is intended to run at full RPM.
Operate engine with the throttle in the FAST position.
SELF-PROPELLED BAIL
MODELS: ALL SELF-PROPELLED MODELS
Engages the self-propel mode. Pull up the self-propel
bail located under the handlebar to start the self-propel
mode.
SHIFT LEVER
MODELS: ALL SELF-PROPELLED MODELS
Used to adjust the trimmer speed. Position 1 is the slowest
and position 3 is the fastest. The ground speed ranges
from 1-2 mph.
TILT CONTROL HANDLE
MODELS: ALL TILT MODELS
Used to adjust the degree of tilt for the trimmer head and
body when using the Off Center Tilt (OCT) feature.
ENGINE CHOKE
MODELS: ALL 160CC MODELS
The throttle lever opens and closes the choke valve in the
carburetor and enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold
engine. Move the throttle lever to the CHOKE position
for starting. When mowing or trimming, the throttle lever
should be in the RUN position.
PRIMER BULB
MODELS: ALL 190CC MODELS
Use when starting a cold engine. Firmly push the primer
bulb 3 times before starting.
TRIMMER BAIL
ALL MODELS
To start the trimmer, pull up the trimmer bail located
under the handlebar. When the trimmer bail is engaged,
the trimmer disk is rotating. Release the trimmer bail to
stop the mower. Wait until the trimmer disk has stopped
rotating to inspect or service the mower.
RECOIL STARTER
MODELS: ALL RECOIL MODELS
Used to start engine. Grasp handle and slowly pull until
resistance is felt. After resistance is felt, pull the cord
quickly to start the engine and prevent kickback.
Figure 3.1 - Feature Locations
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