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Echo HCA-265 Operator's Manual

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Shaft Hedge Clipper
Operator's Manual
MODEL
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. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
X7502024706
warning
HCA-265
X750010666
11/09

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual MODEL warning 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. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Safety

    afety anual afety ymbols and Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre- ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
  • Page 4 Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of ma- chine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;...
  • Page 5 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).

  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment com- bination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.

  • Page 7: Description

    Locate these 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 read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 8 1. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled. 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.

  • Page 9: Contents

    Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly is required. 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...

  • Page 10: Throttle Linkage And Ignition Leads

    The throttle linkage must be adjusted by moving the adjustment fixture (D). Consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. 3. Connect 2 ignition stop leads (F, G) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (F, G) on engine.

  • Page 11: Balance And Adjust Unit

    Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance prob- lems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.

  • Page 12: Handling Fuel

    Echo premium Power Blend X , will void the two-stroke engine warranty. IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend X mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel DangEr Fuel is VERY flammable.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Cutting Angle

    adjustIng cuttIng angle warning Never adjust cutting assembly with engine running. warning Hedge clipper blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when adjust- ing cutting assembly. warning DO NOT stand hedge clipper on end when adjusting cutting angle, otherwise serious injury may result Place unit on a flat clear area.

  • Page 14: Rotate Cutter Assembly

    rotate cutter assembly Always use the unit from the right-hand side of your body – NEVER from the left side. Rotate cutter assembly 180 degrees on driveshaft in order to avoid cutting directly above your head, and to avoid contact with hot muffler.

  • Page 15: Starting Warm Engine

    The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious per- sonal injury may result. NOTE If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the “Clear”...

  • Page 16: Stopping Engine

    If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi- tion, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using shaft hedge clipper again. IMPORTANT Always install blade cover, and return cutting assembly to folded/ locked position for travel/storage.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed see your Echo dealer for repairs.

  • Page 18: Air Filter

    aIr fIlter Level 1. Tools required: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) Cleaning Brush Parts required: REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area.

  • Page 19: Spark Plug

    spark plug Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit IMPORTANT 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 and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 20: Exhaust System

    IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. Assemble components in reverse order. exhaust system Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2.
  • Page 21 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Tools required: 4mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover (1 screw). Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B).

  • Page 22: Carburetor Adjustment

    Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance 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 avail- able, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on page 28 “Specifications”...

  • Page 23: Lubrication

    lubrIcatIon Blades Level 1. Tools Required: Clean rag, brush , oil can Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning) warning Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting at- tachment. Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
  • Page 24 Drive Shaft Assembly Level 1 NOTE Hedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. Tools required: 4 mm hex wrench, 8mm open end wrench, clean rag, small brush. Parts required: POWER BLENDX or Lithium-based Grease. warning Blades are very sharp.

  • Page 25: Sharpening Blades

    IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blades.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    roubleshootIng r o t i l y s t r / d r t ' n t r a e r i l i f r e t l i f r e t r o t y l r i l o r o t DangEr...

  • Page 27: Storage

    torage warning During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. IMPORTANT Always store and transport shaft hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Always install blade cover, and return cutting assembly to folded/locked position for travel/storage.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- HCA-265 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 2365 mm (93.1in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 245 mm (9.65 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Weight (dry) ----------------------------------------------- 7.12 kg (15.7 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.)

  • Page 29: Warranty Statements

    The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 30 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
  • Page 31 HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED? If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.

  • Page 32: Servicing Information

    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. ECHO, inCOrPOraTED...

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