Echo SHC-1700 - Type 1, SHC-1700 - Type 1E, SHC-2100 - Type 1, SHC-2100 - Type 1E, SHC-2400 - Type 1, SHC-2400 - Type 1E, HCA-2400 - manual

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 1 Shaf t Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODELS: SHC-1700 - T ype 1 - S/N 001001 & Up SHC-1700 - T ype 1E - S/N 501001 - 504767 SHC-2100 - T ype 1 - S/N 001001 & Up SHC-2100 - T ype 1E - S/N 501001 - 506455 SHC-2400 - T ype 1 - S/N 001001 & Up SHC-2400 - T ype 1E - S/N 00501001 &Up H[...]

2 I NTRODUCTION Welcome 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. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. W ARNING DANGER Read rules for saf[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 3 S AFETY GENERAL DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT See Description and Specification sections for full description and illustration of model variation in power head, and handle type. IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. NOTE This enclosed message provides tip[...]

4 This unit is not designed to insulate against hazards associated with the contact of wires carrying electrical current. T o avoid possible injury/death due to electrical shock or other hazards. DO NOT operate unit if any wires W ARNING DANGER (power, telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 15 feet (4.5 meters) minimum distance, to any part of the[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 5 EQUIPMENT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; - Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. - Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. - Inspect hand guard for dama[...]

6 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT W ARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper users risk injury to themselves and others if the shaft hedge clipper is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a shaft hedge clipper. Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may no[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 7 Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. 50 FEET (15 METERS) GRIP ST ANCE SAFE OPERA TION Determine Operation Area - Review the area to be trimmed.[...]

8 Operation (HCA) - Never adjust blade angle of HCA while standing. - Only adjust cutting angle with HCA resting flat on the ground, with the engine stop switch in the "STOP" position. - Adjust cutting angle by moving locking lever (A) up. Depress blade indexing lever (B) and change blade angle with rear cutter assembly handle. Release in[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 9 To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following: • Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted position. Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand, not just the thumb and index finger. • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest[...]

10 HCA-2400 3 4 6 19 20 3 6 9 3 4 6 7 20 21 22 9 18 8 SHC-1700, 2100 POWERHEAD 14 15 12 10 11 13 16 17 10 11 16 12 15 13 14 23 19 8 8 9 SHC-2400, HCA-2400 POWERHEAD 4 12 5 9 14 19 3 6 20 SHC-2400 SHC-2100 SHC-1700 24 20 5 17[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 11 1. SAFETY MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location as a reference for safe operating techniques. 2. OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location for future reference, i.e., operation, maintena[...]

12 S PECIFICA TIONS L E D O M1 E P Y T 0 0 7 1 - C H S E 1 E P Y T 0 0 7 1 - C H S 1 E P Y T 0 0 1 2 - C H S E 1 E P Y T 0 0 1 2 - C H S 1 E P Y T 0 0 4 2 - C H S E 1 E P Y T 0 0 4 2 - C H S E 1 E P Y T 0 0 4 2 - A C H h t g n e Lm m 5 3 3 1 ) . n i 5 . 2 5 ( m m 6 1 8 1 ) . n i 5 . 1 7 ( m m 0 9 1 2 ) . n i 3 . 6 8 ( m m 4 3 0 2 ) . n i 1 . 0 8 ( [...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 13 A SSEMBL Y ( HCA-2400, SHC-2100, 2400) SHC-1700 is Factory Assembled in the box. Gear Box/Drive Shaft (SHC-2100, 2400, HCA-2400) Tools Required: 8MM Open End Wrench, Screwdriver Parts Required: Power Head/Drive Shaft Assembly and Gear Box/Blade Assembly. NOTE Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear [...]

14 P RE -O PERA TION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid-grade or higher) gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 15 IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel con- tainer thoroughly before each use. EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of t[...]

16 O PERA TION ( SHC Models) - Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 50 ft. (15 M) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. - During operation, the complete unit, especially the gear box, drive shaft housing and power head muffler area may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid co[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 17 ST ARTING COLD ENGINE W ARNING DANGER Blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carbure- tor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in the manual or see your ECHO dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Ignition Switch - Start/Run. ( All Models) Move Ignition S[...]

18 ST ARTING W ARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. NOTE If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. W ARNING DANGER Blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in the manual or see your ECHO dealer, ot[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 19 STOPPING ENGINE ( SHC UNITS ) 1. Release Throttle . Allow engine to idle for a minute 2. Ignition Switch - STOP. Move ignition switch toggle/slide switch to STOP position. NOTE SHC-1700, 2100 with front handle interlock will automatically shut unit off when released. W ARNING DANGER If engine does not[...]

20 MAINTENANCE INTER V ALS M AINTENANCE Your ECHO product is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want [...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 21 AIR FIL TER Level 1. Tools required: Cleaning brush, 1" or 2" medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: (SHC Models) 90008 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. (HCA-2400) 90030 REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1 . Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering th[...]

22 SP ARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench. Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge. Brush. Parts Required: Spark Plug, Champion CJ-7Y or NGK BPM-7A 1 . Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2 . Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3 . Adju[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 23 Spark Arrestor Screen 1 . Remove screen holder and gasket from muffler body. 2 . Clean carbon deposits from screen and muffler components. 3 . Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged or has holes burned through. COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING Level 3. Tools required: Cross Head Screwdriver, 3 mm Hex wrench,[...]

24 3 . Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4 . Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 5 . When installing the engine cover, be certain the tab of the metal deflector shield is in the slot of the cover. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Type 1E Models Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver,[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 25 7 . Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed should be set to the specification found on page 12 "Specifications" of this manual. W ARNING DANGER When carburetor adjustment is completed, blades should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injur[...]

26 c. Final setting - Set needle at mid point between lean rich drop-off points. (3) d. Turn 1/8 turn CCW (out) making mixture slightly richer. (4) 3 . High speed adjustment. Adjust HI needle (A) with tachometer to achieve the specifications found on page 12 "Specifications" of this manual. 4 . Check idle speed and reset if necessary. Usi[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 27 SHC-1700, 2100, 2400, HCA-2400 Tools required: Grease Gun with Lithium Grease, Rag. Parts required: Lithium Based Grease. 1 . Clean dirt from grease fittings. 2 . Carefully pump grease in each fitting. DO NOT force grease. Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. Apply 1-2 pump[...]

28 SHARPENING BLADES Level 1. Tools required: Flat file, Small Screwdriver Parts required: Gear Box gasket, Lithium Based Grease. NOTE Blade sharpening requires removal of blades from the unit. Step by step instruction are included in the Service Manual that apply to your model. NOTE Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 29 4 . Remove the old starter rope and prepare the new rope by first heating both ends to prevent fraying. 5 . Pass one end of the rope through the opening of the drum and tie a knot. Press knot and end of rope in cavity of drum. 6 . Thread the rope through the eyelet in the housing (C) then through the [...]

30 H 9 . Install drum. The loop in the spring must engage the slot in the drum. Replace the screw and washer. 1 0 . Hold the rope in the notch (H) and rotate the drum counterclock- wise several turns. 1 1 . Hold the drum to prevent it from rewinding, pull the excess rope taught with the handle and allow to rewind slowly. 1 2 . Pull rope several tim[...]

H EDGE C LIPPER O PERA T OR ' S M ANUAL 31 3 . Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. 4 . Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required. 5 . Tighten all the screws and nuts. 6. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor[...]

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