Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODELS: HC-1500 - Type 1E HC-1500 - Type 2E HC-1600 - Type 1E HC-2000 - Type 1E HC-2400, 2410 - Type 1E HC-2400, 2410 - Type 2E WARNING Serial Serial Serial Serial Serial Serial Number Number Number Number Number Number 001001 001001 001001 001001 001001 001001 & & & & & & Up Up Up Up Up Up DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-jobdependability. 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 operations tips and SAFETY messages. WARNING DANGER 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.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Fuel and oil mixture Read and understand owners manual. Wear eyes, ears and head protection Finger Severing Emergency stop Hot Surface DO NOT smoke near fuel. Wear hand protection. Use two handed. Ignition Engine choke control. Chain lubrication Symbol form/shape Ignition ON/OFF Do not operate without guards in place.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL FUEL WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT! • NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running. • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors.
Physical Condition -Your 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 meet ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the Hedge Clipper. Hand Protection -Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area • Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. • Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 4.5 m (15 ft.) while the Hedge Clipper is in use. • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for Safe Operation.
EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONS Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL DESCRIPTION EMISSION CONTROL - Emissions Models The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modification). 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.
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HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 11 1. SAFETY MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location of 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, maintenance, storage and specifications. 3. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the gear housing assembly. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 4.
SPECIFICATIONS MOD EL H C -1500 1E H C -1500 2E H C -1600 1E H C -2000 1E H C -2400 1E H C -2400 2E H C -2410 1E H C -2410 2E Length 960mm (37.8 i n.) 1133mm (44.6 i n.) 990mm (39.0 i n.) 1030mm (40.6 i n.) 1280mm (50.4 i n.) Wi dth 225mm (8.9 i n.) 240mm (9.4 i n.) 240mm (9.4 i n.) 240mm (9.4 i n.) 240mm (9.4 i n.) Hei ght 190mm (7.5 i n.) 200mm (7.9 i n.) 230mm (9.1 i n.) 210mm (8.3 i n.) 210mm (8.3 i n.) Wei ght, dry 4.4 kg (9.7 lb.) 5.3 kg (11.7 lb.) 5.2 kg (11.4 lb.) 5.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL ASSEMBLY HC MODELS ARE PRE-ASSEMBLED IN THE BOX. Tools Required: None Parts Required: None PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ R+M 2 ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards, must be used.
Handling Fuel WARNING DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT! • NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running. • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL EQUIPMENT CHECK 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. • Never adjust blades when the engine is operating. • Inspect hand guard for damage. Replace if damaged or missing. • Check that the blade assembly is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.
OPERATION • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and instructions for Safe Operation. 4.5 m • Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working within the 4.5 m (15 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. (15 • During operation, the complete unit, especially the gear box may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 4. START - PULL ROPE Lay the hedge clipper on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires. 5. OPEN CHOKE - RUN. Move choke (B) to the RUN (OPEN) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. WARNING DANGER The blades should not move at idle.
STOPPING ENGINE 1. RELEASE THROTTLE. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. STOP SWITCH - STOP. Move stop switch (A) to STOP position. WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using hedge clipper again. MAINTENANCE Your ECHO Hedge Clipper is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 19 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Component/System Maintenance Procedure Before U se Air Filter Inspect/Replace Fuel Strainer Inspect/Replace Fuel Line Inspect/Replace Carburetor Inspect/Replace Choke System Inspect/Replace Cooling System Inspect/Clean Muffler Spark Arrestor Inspect/Clean/Replace Gear Housing Grease Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean I Fuel Leaks Inspect/Repair I Spark Plug Clean Ignition System Clean/Replace Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/T
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2. Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace. 3.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: T-wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts required: Spark Plug, BPMR-7A 15901010230 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. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 145-155 kg/cm (125-135 in. lb.). COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING Level 2.
1. Remove starter and disconnect the throttle cable end from the carburetor. A 2. Remove the two screws that retain the engine cover. Lift the engine cover (A) from the engine and lay aside. NOTE The throttle cable remains assembled to the engine cover (A) and the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed. IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 23 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Emission Models Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver with 2mm blade width, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017) Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations. In addition, the carburetor is equipped with HI (A) and LO (B) needle adjustment limiters that prevent settings outside acceptable limits. 1.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Non Emissions Models Level 2 Tools required: Screwdriver with 2mm blade width, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017) Parts Required: None NOTE If carburetor has limiter caps follow "Carburetor Adjustment" procedures for Emission models on previous page. Idle Speed Adjustment Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (C) CW (clockwise) until blades begin to move, then turn screw out CCW (counter clockwise) until blades stop moving. Turn screw out, CCW an additional 1/4 turn.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 3. HI speed adjustment. Adjust HI (A) needle with tachometer. Refer to Wide Open Throttle RPM settings listed in "Specifications" on page 12. 4. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If tachometer is available, idle speed should be set to the specifications found on page 12 "Specifications" of this manual. WARNING DANGER When carburetor adjustment is completed, blades should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. LUBRICATION Blades Level 1.
Gear Box Assembly Level 2. Tools required: 3 mm Hexagon wrench, Grease Gun Parts Required: Gear Box Gasket, HC-2400 P/N 61041401260, HC-1500 2E P/N 61041406560, Others P/N 61041405360, ECHO® LUBETM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Based Grease. HC-1500 Type 1, Type 1E 1. Clean debris and dirt from gear box area. Remove the six (6) socket head cap screws retaining the gear box cover plate. 2. Remove cover plate and discard gasket. 3. Add grease as required, DO NOT over fill.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL HC-1500, Type 2E, HC-2400, 2410 (All) Level 1. Tools required: Grease Gun, Clean rag Parts required: ECHO® LUBETM 8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium Based Grease. 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting. 2. Carefully pump grease into fitting. DO NOT force grease. Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. BLADE STIFFENER REMOVE/INSTALL Level 2. Tools required: (2) 13mm Open End Parts Required: None WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp.
SHARPENING BLADES Level 3. Tools required: Flat file, Screwdriver Parts required: None WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. (Models HC-1500, HC-1600) Remove blade stiffener (See "Blade Stiffener Remove/Install" on page 26). 3. File each edge carefully. Follow the original shape of the blade. IMPORTANT If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat. 4.
HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engi ne -- starts hard Engi ne -- does not start Engi ne C ranks R emedy Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel strai ner clogged Fuel li ne clogged C arburetor C lean C lean See your EC HO dealer Fuel at cyli nder No fuel at cyli nder C arburetor See your EC HO dealer Muffler wet wi th fuel Fuel Mi xture i s too ri ch Open choke C lean/replace ai r fi lter Adjust carburetor See your EC HO dealer Spark at end of plug wi re No
STORAGE Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. 2. Place the stop switch (A) in the "OFF" position. 3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit.
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SERVICING INFORMATION PARTS Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECHO Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine housing. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ SN. ____________ SERVICE DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 www.echo-usa.