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| About - Echo GT-225 |
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The Echo GT-225 is part of the string trimmer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, string trimmer models like the GT-225 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| About This Brand |
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Echo is the leading manufacturer and marketer of gas string trimmers. Echo products are used in the consumer and professional market. Echo string trimmers are available with two-cycle engines and split-shaft designs for attachments. Some models claim low noise, emissions, and weight and anti-vibration features. Consumers can find Echo string trimmers at company dealer stores and Home Depot. |
| Features & Specs - Echo GT-225 | |
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Weight (lbs.) |
10.0 |
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Engine size |
21cc |
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Shaft |
Curved |
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Four-cycle engine |
No |
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Dual line |
Yes |
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Very frustrated.
8/14/2011
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Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
Within 20 mins of use the line feeder stopped accepting line on one side. Complete junk. Tried to use it as an edger and the .095 line lasted about 30 seconds top before it needed refilling. The way you load the line into the head seemed much easier at first look compared to the usual spring-loaded heads on cheaper models (which are terrible in themselves) but I quickly learned it wastes a lot of line since several inches get wasted for margin to hold it in place. I will say the engine started very easily and it has a professional look. Very disappointed. I was told Echo is one of the best after being frustrated with experiences with Toro and YardMachines. Returned it right away.
By from
Great value
7/9/2011
Pros
Easy to Handle
Ergonomic Grip
Lightweight
Powerful
Cons
Uses Lots of Line
Best Uses
Comment:
As others have stated, you MUST us a good quality string. This is one area you get what you pay for. It also helps to talk to a true small power equipment dealer vs. the big box. These guys know what string works best. It starts every time unlike others that I have owned. Less expensive than the other two main brands.
By from
I love this trimmer!!!
7/5/2011
Pros
Easy to Handle
Lightweight
Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Hedging
Trimming Around Rocks
Weeds & Tall Grass
Comment:
2-3 pushes on the primer bulb is enough!!!5 pushes and this thing will NEVER EVER start!!!<br />Dont use skinny .80 or.95 string!!use .130 string!!!!<br />The head will accept the .130 string and the string will last forever if you use the trigger to slow the speed down a little,its too powerful and fast!!!<br />I put a adjustable D handle on for better control from my other trimmer.<br />This trimmer scares me when ever i start it when its hot-it starts running Before i pull the rope completely!!<br />i have a lot of chain link Fence and rocks to trim around and the .130 holds up very well.<br />I dont like spool loader string heads,I love the echo head because fencing snags the string and tightens up the string inside the head and you have to open it up and fix it,a real time loser and a pain in the butt.I have tried many heads and ECHO is the best for me.<br />I use 89 octane gas recommended by ECHO.<br />This is a GT-225, the GT stands for Grass Trimmer,therefore its not designed for straight trimming along the sidewalks and does not accept attachments,so you have to turn it sideways to trim along a sidewalk and when you do this,the gas goes sideways as well and the hole in the tank sucks in air instead of gas and shuts off.
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