• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired. After refueling; • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit. • Move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. After use; • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, air tight container. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Do not store fuel longer than 30 days. 3 M (10 FT.) MINIMUM SM TWTF S 123456 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 1516 17 181920 21 2223 24 252627 28 2930 31 22 22 Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. • Inspect shield for damage and ensure that the cut-off knife is securely in place. Replace if either is damaged or missing. • Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition. • Check that front handle and shoulder strap/ or shoulder/waist harness are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. See Assembly section for proper adjustment. DETERMINE OPERATION AREA • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the trimmer is in use. 15M (50 ft.) GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL GRASS TRIMMER/BRUSH CUTTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL OPERATION -Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for safe operation. -Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. -During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft housing and the bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Stop Switch -Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. 2. Choke Lever - Cold Start. Move choke (B) to “Cold Start” Position. 3. Primer Bulb -Prime. Pump primer bulb (C) 10 times. Fuel will be visible and flow freely in the clear fuel tank return line. WARNING DANGER Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc. which could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting. Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 M (50 ft.) from starting area, otherwise serious personal injury may result. A B C D D 4. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp rear handle grip and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (or maximum five [5] pulls). 24 24 . After engine fires (or five [5] pulls) move choke lever to “Run” position. Hold throttle trigger fully depressed and pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine starts and runs. Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. NOTE If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after 4 pulls, repeat instructions. 6. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. D STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. WARNING DANGER The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move Stop Switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position. 2. Primer -Pump Bulb. Pump primer bulb (B) until fuel is visible in the "Clear" fuel return line. 3. Start - Pull Rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (C) until the engine fires. NOTE If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. B C A STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Stop Switch - Stop. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. A WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, clos...