X7722271404 / X772000164 SHC-266 Shaft 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 SHC-266 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3 The Operator’s Manual ................................................................................................................ 3 The Safety Manual............
SHC-266 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 SHC-266 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. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video.
SHC-266 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 SHC-266 Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS, • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
SHC-266 SAFETY Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area.
SAFETY SHC-266 Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Never perform blade maintenance procedures while engine is running. Equipment Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO.
SHC-266 EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) 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).
DESCRIPTION SHC-266 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. 12 11 15 19 10 18 13 17 16 6 14 5 7 4 8 3 2 1 9 Shaft Label 10 Hot Label X7502026702 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
SHC-266 DESCRIPTION 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. THROTTLE HANDLE - FOR RIGHT HAND - Contains Stop Switch, Throttle Lockout, and Throttle Trigger. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. STOP SWITCH - “SLIDE SWITCH” mounted on top of the Throttle Trigger Housing. Move switch FORWARD to RUN, BACK to STOP. 5.
CONTENTS SHC-266 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 - Power Head ____ 1 - Gear Case Assembly ____ 1 - Drive Shaft Assembly ____ 1 - Operator's Manual ____ 1 - Emission Control Warranty Statement ____ 1 - Safety Manual ____ 1 - Warranty Registration Card ____ 1 - Blade Cover ____ 12 Assembly Tools (s) X7502026702 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
SHC-266 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Drive Shaft/Power Head Parts Required: Power Head, Drive Shaft Assembly 1. Stand power head upright on a level surface. B 2. Loosen the two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) at engine drive shaft clamp, and remove center drive shaft location bolt (A). 3. Remove dust cap and carefully fit drive shaft assembly to engine making sure that inner drive shaft engages into clutch mount. A 4.
ASSEMBLY SHC-266 3. Connect 2 ignition stop leads (F, G) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (F, G) on engine. G F 4. Secure ignition leads behind air filter case with clip (H). 5. Install air filter and cover. H Gear Housing Assembly / Drive Shaft Note: Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. A 1. Remove locating bolt (A) and loosen clamping bolt (B). B 2. Remove vinyl cap from drive shaft. 3. Slide Gear Housing Assembly onto Drive Shaft.
SHC-266 OPERATION 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.
OPERATION SHC-266 • 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. • Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine. Mixing Instructions 1.
SHC-266 OPERATION Starting Cold Engine 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. The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury.
OPERATION SHC-266 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. 6. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip the rear handle and front handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed.
SHC-266 Stopping Engine OPERATION A 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. 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 trimmer again. Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.
MAINTENANCE SHC-266 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.
SHC-266 MAINTENANCE 3. Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. 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.
MAINTENANCE SHC-266 3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter. Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose.
SHC-266 MAINTENANCE 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover. 3. Remove muffler cover (A). 4. Remove engine cover (B). A DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. B 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. A Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2.
MAINTENANCE Exhaust Port Cleaning SHC-266 B A Level 2. Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port.
SHC-266 MAINTENANCE Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockwise to decrease idle speed.
MAINTENANCE SHC-266 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A). A 2. Carefully pump grease into fitting (A). DO NOT force grease. Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease every 15-25 hours of operation. 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. Drive Shaft Assembly Level 1. Parts Required: POWER BLENDXTM 14 oz. or Lithium Base Grease. Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.
SHC-266 MAINTENANCE 4. Install the gear housing assembly. C Flat edge of washers (D) must be against drive shaft. 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. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 1.
MAINTENANCE SHC-266 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 B 28 X7502026702 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
SHC-266 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check 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 dealer See your Echo dealer
STORAGE SHC-266 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.
SHC-266 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL SHC-266 Length 2170 mm (85.4 in.) Width 250 mm (9.85 in.) Height 254 mm (10.0 in.) Weight (dry) 6.58 kg (14.5 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) Stroke 28.0 mm (1.10 in.) Displacement 25.4 cc (1.55 cu. in.
WARRANTY STATEMENTS SHC-266 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.
SHC-266 WARRANTY STATEMENTS 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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