Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product HC-165 Echo
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Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODEL HC-165 HC-185 W ARNING R ead rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully . ECHO provides this Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and under - stood for proper and safe operation.
2 T a b l e o f C o n T e n T s Introduction ..................................................................... 2 - The Operator's Manual ............................................. 2 - The Safety manual .....................................
H e d g e C l i p p e r 3 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l I n T e r n a T I o n a l s y m b o l s 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.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 5 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
6 e q u I p m e n T C h e C k W ARNING Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi - nation. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 7 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l P/N X505000270 d e s C r I p T I o n Locate the safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc- tions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer .
8 1. SUPPOR T HANDLE WITH GUARD - Comfortable, textured nish provides anti-slip grip for front hand. Guard protects hand from the blades. W arning decals are located on guard. 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depressed before Throttle T rigger can be activated.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 9 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l C o n T e n T s After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts.
10 b l a d e s T I f f e n e r r e m o v a l 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. W ARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . Use a socket and extension when remov - ing locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 11 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 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 .
12 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container , and remix.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 13 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s T a r T I n g C o l d e n g I n e W ARNING • Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . A void touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands.
14 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. W ARNING The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to as- sure blades do not move at idle.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 15 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l r o T a T I n g o p e r a T I o n HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper throttle handles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation. W ARNING Stop engine before rotating throttle handle, otherwise serious per - sonal injury may result.
16 h e d g e T r I m m I n g DANGER Engine exhaust IS HOT , and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in - jury , or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. AL W A YS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body .
H e d g e C l i p p e r 17 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l m a I n T e n a n C e I n T e r v a l s COMPONENT/SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL REQ'D DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3.
18 a I r f I l T e r Level 1. T ools requir ed: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush 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.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 19 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s p a r k p l u g Level 2. T ools requir ed: T -wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts r equired: 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 .
20 1. Remove mufer cover . 2. Remove starter cover and clean dirt and dust from ns. IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 3. Assemble components in reverse order . e x h a u s T s y s T e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 21 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools requir ed: 4mm Hex W rench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover (1 screw).
22 IMPOR T ANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result. Level 2. T ools requir ed: Screwdriver , T achometer (ECHO P/N 99051 130017).
H e d g e C l i p p e r 23 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s h a r p e n I n g b l a d e s Level 2. T ools requir ed: 8 mm Socket & Extension, Flat le Parts r equired: None W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury .
24 b l a d e a d j u s T m e n T Level 2. T ools Required: Long 4 mm hex wrench, 8 mm socket wrench with extension. 1. Move stop switch to STOP position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. W ARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury .
H e d g e C l i p p e r 25 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T M E L B O R P E N I G N E m e l b o r Pk c e h Cs u t a t Se s u a Cy d e m e R e n i g n E - s .
26 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 personal injury may result.
H e d g e C l i p p e r 27 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s p e C I f I C a T I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- HC-165, HC-185 Length (HC-165) ------------------------------------------- 1 158 mm (45.59 in.) Length (HC-185) ------------------------------------------- 1263 mm (49.
28 ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in mater ial and workmanship .
H e d g e C l i p p e r 29 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES .
30 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 of f-road engine (SORE).
H e d g e C l i p p e r 31 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l n o T e s.
DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www .echo-usa.com ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www .echo-usa.com s e r v I C I n g I n f o r m a T I o n p a r T s .
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