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Echo SRM-260 - 12-03 User Manual

Echo SRM-260 - 12-03
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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. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter
Operator's Manual
MODELS SRM-260
SRM-260S
Serial Number 07001001 - 07999999
X7532091402
X753000612
12/03

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Echo SRM-260 - 12-03 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEcho
ModelSRM-260 - 12-03
CategoryTrimmer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION

THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL

THE SAFETY MANUAL

Explains hazards and safety measures for using trimmers and brush cutters.

SAFETY SYMBOLS AND INFORMATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Condition & Safety Equipment

User's physical condition and required protective gear for safe operation.

REPETITIVE STRESS INJURIES

Reducing RSI/CTS Risk

Steps to minimize the risk of Repetitive Stress Injury and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

SAFE OPERATION

General Operation Warnings

Avoid indoor use, ensure ventilation, read manuals, clear work area.

Grip and Stance

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION WITH BLADES

Preparing for Blade Use

Requires specific brush cutter configuration and conversion kits.

Blade Types and Requirements

Details kits for different blade types including shields and harnesses.

Choosing the Correct Blade

Emphasizes matching the blade to material and keeping blades sharp.

BLADE TYPES AND USAGE

Weed/Grass Blades

Brush/Clearing Blades

PRE-OPERATION FUEL

Fuel Requirements and Mixing

Specifies gasoline octane and two-stroke oil standards, and mixing steps.

Handling Fuel Safely

Safety precautions for mixing, storing, and handling flammable fuel.

OPERATION

Starting Cold Engine

Step-by-step guide to starting the engine from cold.

Primer and Recoil Starter Use

Instructions for using primer bulb and recoil starter for ignition.

ENGINE STARTING AND STOPPING

Starting Warm Engine

Procedure for starting the engine when it is already warm.

Stopping the Engine

Steps to safely shut down the engine using the stop switch.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Intervals and Procedures

Outlines recommended maintenance procedures and frequencies for components.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Air Filter Cleaning/Replacement

FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE

Fuel Filter Replacement

SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE

Spark Plug Inspection and Adjustment

COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING

Cylinder Fin Cleaning

EXHAUST SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Spark Arrestor Screen Cleaning

CYLINDER EXHAUST PORT MAINTENANCE

Exhaust Port Cleaning

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

LUBRICATION

Gear Housing and Drive Shaft Lubrication

NYLON LINE REPLACEMENT

Echomatic Pro Trimmer Head Line Winding

SHARPENING METAL BLADES

Blade Inspection and Sharpening

How to inspect blades for damage and file them to maintain sharpness.

Gullet/Radius Sharpening

Correct method for sharpening blade gullets and radii to prevent failure.

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORAGE

Long Term Storage (over 30 days)

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