X7722271404 / X772000164 HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper Operator’s Manual Burn Hazard The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury may occur. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
TABLE OF CONTENTS HC-165/185 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3 The Operator’s Manual ................................................................................................................ 3 The Safety Manual.........
HC-165/185 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. The Operator’s Manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.
SAFETY Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the ECHO Web Site for updated information. HC-165/185 For more information scan this QR code. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video.
HC-165/185 SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand owners manual. Fuel and oil mixture Carburetor Adjustment - Low speed mixture Carburetor Adjustment - High speed mixture Wear eye, ear and head protection Finger severing Safety/Alert Carburetor Adjustment - Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical current.
SAFETY HC-165/185 Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1, CE, or CSA Z94.3 requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Breathing Protection Wear a facemask to protect against dust. Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.
HC-165/185 SAFETY 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.
SAFETY HC-165/185 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 on Safe Operation. Clear the Work Area • Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use.
HC-165/185 SAFETY Moving parts can amputate fingers 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 unit. • DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit. • NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running.
EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) HC-165/185 EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions).
HC-165/185 DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. 3 2 1 9 4 5 6 7 17 8 10 16 15 14 11 12 13 Right Front Handle Guard Hot Decal (near muffler) X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc.
DESCRIPTION HC-165/185 1. SUPPORT HANDLE - Comfortable, textured finish provides anti-slip grip. Guard protects hand from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depressed before Throttle Trigger can be activated. 3. THROTTLE HANDLE - 5-position handle can be rotated right or left 45 or 90 degrees, and locked into position for a secure grip.
HC-165/185 CONTENTS CONTENTS 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 Clipper Assembly ____ 1 - Operator’s Manual X7722271404 / X772000164 HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper ____ 1 - Emission Control Warranty Statement ____ 1 - Safety Manual Operator’s Manual Burn Hazard The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot.
ASSEMBLY HC-165/185 ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled. Note: For Normal cutting, Echo strongly recommends the blade guard be installed. In extreme conditions, such as commercial cutting or when cutting thick and/or dense branches, efficiency may be increased by trimming without the blade guard. Parts Required: Blade Guard, Blade Lock Nuts Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.
HC-165/185 Install Blade Guard 1. Move stop switch to stop position ASSEMBLY A 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when adjusting blade bolts or blade locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 3. Remove correct number of lock nuts (A) necessary to install blade guard. Assure blade bolts (B) are tightened securely.
OPERATION HC-165/185 OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers 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 unit. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine.
HC-165/185 OPERATION • 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 or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately. • Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling. • Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
OPERATION HC-165/185 Starting Cold Engine A Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid 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 switch (A) away from the STOP position. B 2. Choke Move choke (B) to Cold Start ( C ) (closed) position. 3.
HC-165/185 OPERATION Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. A 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 “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. C 2.
OPERATION HC-165/185 Rotating Operation HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper throttle handles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation. Stop engine before rotating throttle handle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Changing throttle handle angle may change exhaust direction. Use a grip and operating position that blows exhaust away from you. Rotating Throttle Handle E D C 1. Move stop switch (A) to STOP position. 2.
HC-165/185 OPERATION 4. Grip the throttle handle. Press the throttle lockout lever down with palm of hand and squeeze throttle trigger (D) to reset rotation release button (B), and lock handle in position. Note: If the throttle trigger does not operate after rotating throttle handle, move throttle handle slightly left and right until detent engages and throttle trigger operates normally. Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.
MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers 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 unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: 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 air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. • Lightly brush debris from filter.
MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 Spark Plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) 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 150-170 kgf • cm (130-150 in • lbf).
HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove muffler cover. 2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove exhaust guide (A), gaskets (B), and screen (C) from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposits, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. C 5.
MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 Carburetor Adjustment 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 these instructions, or see your ECHO Dealer. Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made.
HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (blade cleaning) Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 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.
MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A). 2. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease into fitting, DO NOT over fill. Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. A Blades Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Sharpening Level 2. Parts Required: none Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp.
HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Adjustment Level 2. Parts Required: none Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightening blade screws and blade locknuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 1. Tighten blade screws. (A) securely 2. Hold blade screws (A) to prevent turning, and tighten locknuts (B). A Locking ability of Hedge Clipper blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed.
TROUBLESHOOTING HC-165/185 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Engine does not crank Remedy Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Clean or replace Clean or replace See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture too rich Open choke Clean/replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your Echo dealer No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dea
HC-165/185 STORAGE STORAGE The muffler and surrounding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. 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.
SPECIFICATIONS HC-165/185 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Length HC-165 HC-185 1185 mm (45.59 in.) 1263 mm (49.72 in.) Width 275 mm (10.83 in.) Height 203 mm (7.99 in.) Weight (dry) Engine Type 5.5 kg (12.13 lb.) 5.7 kg (12.57 lb. Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.) Displacement Exhaust Carburetor Ignition System Spark Plug Fuel Fuel/Oil Ratio Gasoline Oil 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.
HC-165/185 WARRANTY STATEMENTS WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 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 defects in material and workmanship.
WARRANTY STATEMENTS HC-165/185 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES & GJ* * & ^J* ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS This ECHO two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide superior performance.
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