Echo HC-225 manual

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. Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODEL HC-225 X7502256602 X75001 1532 03/10[...]

2 Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. Specications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accesso- ries, and may not include all standard equipment. I n t r o [...]

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 CAUTION The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. 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 [...]

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 Z87.1 or CE re- quirements whenever you operate the unit. H[...]

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

6 PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD) The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emis- sions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Emission Con[...]

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 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 P/N X505000270 P/N X505000280 Handle Guard P/N X505002310 Hot Decal (near mufer) 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[...]

8 1. BLADES - Double reciprocating single side blades mounted to a blade support bar . 2. SUPPOR T HANDLE WITH GUARD - FOR RIGHT HAND - Rubber non-slip grip, guard protects hand from the blades. W arning decals are located on guard. 3. SP ARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 4. PURGE BULB - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine dra[...]

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 The ECHO product you 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. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. ___ 1 - Hedge Cl[...]

10 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. W ARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels [...]

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 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 Spil[...]

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. Remove blade cover before using the unit. 1. Stop Switch Move stop sw[...]

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 o p p I n g e n g I n e 1. Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. 2. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) 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 positi[...]

14 h e d g e t r I m m I n g m a I n t e n a n c e W ARNING Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing uni[...]

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 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/S[...]

16 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 accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter cover [...]

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 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[...]

18 A B 1. Remove mufer cover (A). 2. Remove starter cover (B) 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. T ools r equir ed: 4 mm Hex wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver, Soft metal [...]

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 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools r equir ed: 4 mm Hex 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 (2 screws). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and heat shield (B[...]

20 High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). T o maintain proper engine operation and emis- sion compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer . [...]

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 l u b r I c a t I o n Blades Level 1. T ools r equir ed: Clean rag, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts r equired: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning). W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe p[...]

22 s h a r p e n I n g b l a d e s Level 3. T ools r equir ed: 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 whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Slide blades to allow l[...]

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 b l a d e a d j u s t m e n t Level 2. T ools r equir ed: (2) 10 mm Sockets and Extensions Parts r equired: None W ARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . Use a socket and extension when adjust - ing blade bolts or blade locknuts [...]

24 t r o u b l e s h o o t I n g W ARNING 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 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[...]

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 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[...]

26 s p e c I f I c a t I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- HC-225 Length ------------------------------------------------------ 1,086 mm (42.8 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 251 mm (9.9 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 205 mm (8.07 in.) W eight, [...]

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 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 defe cts in material and workmans hip . Under normal use[...]

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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 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 20[...]

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