Echo SRM-280U Serial S75012010176 - S75012999999 User Manual

Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to chan

10 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTIONLocate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that yo

X7502310808 11© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U DESCRIPTION1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter.2. T

12 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U CONTENTSCONTENTSThe ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to p

X7502310808 13© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U ASSEMBLYASSEMBLYPlastic Shield Installation(Nylon line operation)The plastic shield is for use with the Nylo

14 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U ASSEMBLY3. Thread line head (J) onto PTO shaft by turning it counter-clockwise until head is tight against u

X7502310808 15© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U ASSEMBLYa. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool

16 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U ASSEMBLY4. Insert Cotter Pin (C) in hole in PTO shaft, and bend pin legs around shaft counterclockwise to re

X7502310808 17© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U ASSEMBLY5. Connect 2 ignition stop leads (C,D) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (C,D) on engin

18 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONOPERATIONMoving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose

X7502310808 19© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONBlade SelectionThe type of Blade used MUST be matched to the type and size of material cut. An impr

2 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTSTable of Contents...

20 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONNote: In case of Emergency, pull up on the Quick Release Collar to disconnect the trimmer from the

X7502310808 21© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATION• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is

22 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONStarting Cold EngineThe attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could resul

X7502310808 23© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONStarting Warm EngineThe starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke,

24 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCEMoving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and l

X7502310808 25© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCE* Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection.Air Filter

26 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCENote: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines prod

X7502310808 27© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCE1. Remove spark plug lead.2. Remove air cleaner cover.3. Remove muffler cover (A).4. Remove engin

28 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCEExhaust Port CleaningLevel 2.1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover.

X7502310808 29© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCENote: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission reg

X7502310808 3© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONWelcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provid

30 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCENylon Line Head Disassembly InstructionsNote: For normal use, Speed Feed® head disassembly is not

X7502310808 31© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCEWhen the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed-Feed® head are worn smooth, or if hol

32 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U MAINTENANCE3. After sharpening teeth, check each tooth radius for evidence of a square (sharp) corner. Use t

X7502310808 33© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTINGFuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never

34 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U STORAGESTORAGEDuring operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always kee

X7502310808 35© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONSMODEL SRM-280ULength 1805 mm (71.1 in.) Width 700 mm (27.5 in.) Height 515 mm (2

36 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U WARRANTY STATEMENTSWARRANTY STATEMENTSECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEG

X7502310808 37© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U WARRANTY STATEMENTS PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES

38 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U NOTESNOTES

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4 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SAFETYAdditional or Replacement ManualsReplacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available

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X7502310808 5© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SAFETYInternational Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol DescriptionWarnin

6 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SAFETYPersonal Condition and Safety EquipmentUsers of this product risk injury to themselves and others if th

X7502310808 7© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SAFETYThe ignition componentsof this machine generate an electromagnetic fieldduring operation which may in

8 X7502310808© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U SAFETYAll over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltag

X7502310808 9© 02/2014 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE)Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep