Echo HC-155 manual

Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODEL HC-155 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. X7502256702 X75001 1602 01/10[...]

2 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. Y ou will nd it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. t h e o p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l Read and understand this manual b[...]

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 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 W ARNING Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. p e r s o n a l c o n d I t I o n a n d s a f e t y e q u I p m e n t Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be g[...]

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. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator ’ s Manual and Safety Manual for instructions o[...]

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 com- bination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions [...]

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 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 . See P AR TS ORDERING instructions for specic inform[...]

8 1. FRONT HANDLE WITH GUARD - Comfortable, textured nish provides anti-slip grip. Guard protects hand from the blades. W arning decals are located on guard. 2. BLADES - Double reciprocating blades mounted to a blade support bar . The blades are double sided, capable of cut- ting on either side. 3. BLADE STIFFENER - Attaches to top of blades and[...]

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 1 - Hedge Clipper Assembly 1 - Operator’ s Manual 1 - Safety Manual 1 - W arranty Registration Card 1 - Blade Cover 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. Use the contents list to check f[...]

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. 3. Remove blade stiffener[...]

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 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. W ARNING Alternative fuels, such as[...]

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. IMPOR T ANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some st[...]

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 A 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. Remove[...]

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 assure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to “Carb[...]

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 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. 1. Always grip front and rear handles. 2 Hold trimmer rmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate [...]

16 m a I n t e n a n c e I n t e r v a l s s k I l l l e v e l s Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difculty . Some specialized tools may be required. ECHO offers REPOWER TM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier . COMPONENT/SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL REQ'D DAILY OR B[...]

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 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equir 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. Brush accumul[...]

18 s p a r k p l u g Level 2. T ools r equir 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 . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace w[...]

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 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove mufer cover (2 screws). 3. Remove starter cover (7 screws). 4. Use brush to remove dirt from cylinder ns. IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 5. Assemble components in reverse order . e x h a u s t s [...]

20 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 T ools r equir ed: 3 mm Hexagon wrench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover (4 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A), heat shield (B), and eyeplate (C). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool t[...]

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 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 r equir ed: Screwdriver , T achometer (ECHO P/N 99051 130017). Parts r[...]

22 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 3. Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50-50 cleaning mixture. 4. Allow cleaning mixture to soften the remaining gummy residue then wipe it from the blade. 5. Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the blade[...]

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 s h a r p e n I n g b l a d e s Level 2. T ools r equir ed: 8 mm Socket & Extension, 4mm Hex W rench w/ extension, Flat le, Screwdriver Parts r equired: None W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . A void touching blades [...]

24 A b l a d e a d j u s t m e n t Level 2. T ools Requir ed: 8 mm Socket & Extension, 4mm Hex W rench w/ 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 . Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tighteni[...]

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 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. t r o u b l e s h o o t I n g T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T M E L B[...]

26 s t o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Long T erm Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or l[...]

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 MODEL ------------------------------------------ HC-155 Length --------------------------------------------- 1,154 mm (45.4 in.) W idth ---------------------------------------------- 272 mm (10.7 in.) Height --------------------------------------------- 201mm (7.9 in.) W eight, dry ---[...]

28 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 Limited Warranty , provides to the ori ginal purcha ser that this ECHO product is free from d efects in material and work manship . Under normal use and maintenance from d[...]

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 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 off-road engine (SORE). New equi[...]

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