Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SHC-225 Echo
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H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 1 W ARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.
2 Copyright© 2010 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.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 3 I n t e r n a t I o n a l s y m b o l s Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape.
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 Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 5 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 Emission Control Label (located on Engine) (EXAMPLE ONL Y , information on label varies by 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 com- bination. ECHO, INC.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 7 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. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer .
8 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter . 2. THROTTLE HANDLE - FOR RIGHT HAND - Contains Stop Switch, Throttle Lockout, and Throttle T rigger . 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 9 c o n t e n t s The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts.
10 f r o n t h a n d l e NOTE Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Position front handle in comfortable operating position and tighten screws.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 11 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.
12 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. NOTE The blade cover is used for transportation and storage.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 13 W ARNING The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal in- jury may result.
14 s t o p p I n g e n g I n e 1. Thr ottle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position. W ARNING If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi- tion, close choke - COLD ST AR T position - to stall engine.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 15 m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries.
16 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts r equir ed: 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 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 17 s p a r k p l u g Level 2. T ools Requir ed: T -W rench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush 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 .
18 IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 4. Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 19 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools r equir ed: T orx T27 L-W rench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (2 screws).
20 c a r b u r e t o r a d j u s t m e n t Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break- in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 21 l u b r I c a t I o n Blades Level 1. T ools Requir ed: Clean rag, cleaning brush, oil can Parts Requir ed: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning) W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp.
22 Drive Shaft Assembly Level 1. NOTE Hedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. T ools r equir ed: T orx T27 L-W rench, screwdriver , clean rag, small brush Parts r equir ed: POWER BLENDX TM 14 oz. cartridge or Lithium Based Grease W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 23 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. Slide blades to allow le clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blades. Do not pry against cutting edges. 3. Follow the original shape, and le each cutting edge carefully to avoid damage to adjacent teeth.
24 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.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 25 IMPOR T ANT Always store and transport hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive exing, which may cause damage to these components.
26 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SHC-225, SHC-225S Length (SHC-225) --------------------------------------- 1758 mm (69.21 in.) Length (SHC-225S) -------------------------------------- 1480 mm (58.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 27 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 W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship .
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 28 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES .
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 29 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.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 30 NOTES.
H e d g e C l i p p e r O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l 31 NOTES.
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