Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product BRD-280 Echo
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w arning Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides an Opera- tor's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
2 Copyright© 201 1 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome to the ECHO family . This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job- dependability . Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 3 s a f e t y m a n u a l s a f e t y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r t a n t I n f o r m a t I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words.
4 Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 5 w arning Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
6 An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONL Y , information on label varies by engine F AMIL Y). e q u I p m e n t w arning Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combi- nation.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 7 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 Shaft Decal d e s c r I p t I o n Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them.
8 1. POWER HEAD - Factory assembled. Includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and starter . 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 9 a s s e m b l y Parts Requir ed: Power head, Drive Shaft Assembly d r I v e s h a f t / p o w e r h e a d 1. Stand power head upright on a level surface. 2. Loosen the two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) at engine drive shaft clamp, and remove center drive shaft location bolt (A).
10 5. T ighten two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) securely . a B B a B C D C D t h r o t t l e l I n k a g e a n d I g n I t I o n l e a d s 1. Close choke and remove air lter cover . 2. Place inner throttle cable in large hole of carburetor swivel (A).
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 11 s u p p o r t h a n d l e Parts Requir ed: Support Handle, Lower Bracket, 4 - 5 x 35 mm screws NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Assemble front handle and bracket loosely to drive shaft.
12 f u e l NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 13 IMPOR T ANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta- bilizer is added. IMPOR T ANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
14 s t a r t I n g c o l d e n g I n e w arning The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury . Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 15 s t a r t I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. w arning The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
16 NOTE For best results, use BRD redening blade (provided with unit) ONL Y for redening existing bed edges. For edging next to curbs, sidewalks, or other hard surfaces, remove redening blade and install ECHO Approved Premium Power Edger blade.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 17 8. If shield clogs with mud or debris, do not hit unit against hard surfaces to clean, or damage to unit may occur . Stop engine and unclog shield with a suitable tool. IMPOR T ANT Be sure blade has completely stopped spinning before setting unit on concrete or other hard surface.
18 NOTE Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard surface and the top of the grass. 4. Loosen blade adjustment knob and adjust the blade’ s depth of cut to produce a ne cut between sidewalk and grass using a minimum blade depth, usually with about 13 mm (1/2 in.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 19 m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s COMPONENT / SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ'D SKILL LEVEL DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL.
20 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. Parts r equired: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FIL TER KIT . 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 21 s p a r k p l u g Level 2. Parts Requir ed: REPOWER TM T une-Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.
22 e x h a u s t s y s t e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Requir ed: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove two (2) mufer cover screws and mufer cover (A). 2. Place piston at T op Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder .
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 23 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center .
24 Level 2. Parts r equired: None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer . 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary .
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 25 b l a d e r e p l a c e m e n t / l u b r I c a t I o n Level 1. Parts Requir ed: POWER BLENDX TM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Base Grease, Blade P/N 99944208000, split pin P/N 90030020022 NOTE Grease gear case every 15 - 25 hours of use.
26 8. Install inner blade adapter (B) onto PTO shaft (C). 9. Install and center new blade (F) onto inner xing plate (B), with longest side toward shield. 10. Install outer xing plate (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) rmly , counterclockwise (CCW).
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 27 DangEr Fuel vapors are extremely ammable and may cause re and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by ground- ing spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
28 s t o r a g e w arning During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 29 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- BRD-280 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1791 mm (70.51 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 280 mm (1 1.
30 w a r r a n t y s t a t e m e n t s ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limi ted Warranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material an d workmanship .
B e d R e d e f i n e R O p e R a t O R ' s M a n u a l 31 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES .
32 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIW A BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE).
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