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HCS-2810 / 3810
Hedge Trimmer
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
Read and understand all provided literature before use.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7702248301
© 10/21 ECHO Incorporated
Operator's
Manual
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual HCS-2810 / 3810 Hedge Trimmer The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts and Serial Number..............3 Service ....................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 International Symbols ................ -
Page 3: Introduction
Genuine ECHO 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. For future reference write them in the space provided below. -
Page 4: Service
Register your ECHO equipment online at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you. -
Page 5: Safety
HCS-2810 / 3810 SAFETY SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. -
Page 6: International Symbols
SAFETY HCS-2810 / 3810 International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Carburetor Warning, See Adjustment - Operator’s High Speed Manual Mixture Wear Eye, Ear Carburetor and Head Adjustment - Idle Protection Speed Wear Hand Carburetor and Foot Adjustment - Low Protection... -
Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment
HCS-2810 / 3810 SAFETY Symbol Description Symbol Description Choke Control Choke Control “COLD START” “RUN” Position Position (Choke (Choke Open) Closed) Plan retreat Wear slip path from falling resistant objects footwear Keep bystanders at least 4.5 meters (15 ft.) away... - Page 8 Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing and Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protective equipment whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
- Page 9 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
- Page 10 SAFETY HCS-2810 / 3810 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.
- Page 11 HCS-2810 / 3810 SAFETY • Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or arms. The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented.
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Page 12: Equipment
Never perform blade maintenance procedures while engine is running. Equipment Use only ECHO attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INCORPORATED. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO, INCORPORATED. -
Page 13: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)
HCS-2810 / 3810 EMISSION CONTROL EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB and EPA Emissions Control Information 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 “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission... -
Page 14: 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. The safety decal is for example only. Your label may appear slightly different. -
Page 15: Contents
Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. 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. Hedge Trimmer Assembly Operator’s Manual... -
Page 16: Operation
Fuel Diesel fuels and 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 diesel or alternative fuels can cause performance... - Page 17 NOT approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil, such as ECHO branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used.
- Page 18 OPERATION HCS-2810 / 3810 Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury will result. Use an approved fuel container. Mark fuel containers as ◆ containing 2-stroke mixture fuel. DO NOT smoke near fuel.
- Page 19 HCS-2810 / 3810 OPERATION Mixing Instructions Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 30 days, 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Fill an approved fuel container Fuel to Oil Mix – 50:1 Ratio with half of the required amount of gasoline.
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Page 20: Starting Cold Engine
OPERATION HCS-2810 / 3810 Starting Cold Engine Hedge Trimmer 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. - Page 21 HCS-2810 / 3810 OPERATION Choke After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the RUN ) (OPEN) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN” position after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5.
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Page 22: Starting Warm Engine
OPERATION HCS-2810 / 3810 Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. 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. -
Page 23: Stopping Engine
HCS-2810 / 3810 OPERATION Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the support handle (D) securely with right hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (E) with left hand until engine fires. Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. -
Page 24: Hedge Trimming
OPERATION HCS-2810 / 3810 Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. -
Page 25: Maintenance
Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx X7702248301 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated... -
Page 26: Maintenance Intervals
MAINTENANCE HCS-2810 / 3810 Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE REQUIRED COMPONENT/SYSTEM PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Clean * Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean * Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace * Blades Inspect/Clean Every Refuel... -
Page 27: Air Filter
HCS-2810 / 3810 MAINTENANCE Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: Tune-Up Kit 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. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. -
Page 28: Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE HCS-2810 / 3810 Pull the fuel filter from the tank. Do not remove the wire coil clamp to remove the fuel filter. Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand. -
Page 29: Cooling System
HCS-2810 / 3810 MAINTENANCE Cooling System Level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •... - Page 30 MAINTENANCE HCS-2810 / 3810 Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Remove spark plug lead. Remove muffler cover (B). Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. Remove exhaust guide (C), gasket (D), and screen (E) from muffler body.
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Page 31: Carburetor Adjustment
HCS-2810 / 3810 MAINTENANCE Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. - Page 32 MAINTENANCE HCS-2810 / 3810 If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result. Level 2. Parts Required: None Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations.
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Page 33: Lubrication
MAINTENANCE Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts Required: ECHO Red Armor™ Blade Cleaner & Lubricant, or 20W Engine Oil (blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (blade cleaning) Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. -
Page 34: Blades
MAINTENANCE HCS-2810 / 3810 Gear Box Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A) and grommet (B). Do not force grease. Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease every 20 hours of operation. - Page 35 HCS-2810 / 3810 MAINTENANCE Sharpening Level 2. If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat. Move stop switch to STOP position. Disconnect spark plug wire. Remove blade guard. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blade.
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Page 36: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING HCS-2810 / 3810 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Fuel strainer or Clean or replace Fuel at No fuel at fuel line carburetor carburetor See your dealer obstructed Engine starts hard No fuel at Carburetor... -
Page 37: Storage
HCS-2810 / 3810 STORAGE ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Plug dirty or Clean and adjust Spark plug Normal wear Engine worn or replace runs, but Improper Carburetor Vibration Adjust dies adjustment Extended Cooling Cooling operation in... -
Page 38: Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)
STORAGE HCS-2810 / 3810 Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Always store and transport hedge trimmers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. -
Page 39: Specifications
HCS-2810 / 3810 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HCS-2810 HCS-3810 Length 1,055 mm (41.5 in.) 1342 mm (53 in.) Width 258 mm (10.2 in.) Height 195 mm (7.7 in.) Weight (dry) 4.7 kg (10.3 lb.) 4.9 kg (10.8 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) -
Page 40: Product Registration
Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Incorporated. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration. - Page 41 HCS-2810 / 3810 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7702248301 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
- Page 42 NOTES HCS-2810 / 3810 NOTES X7702248301 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
- Page 43 HCS-2810 / 3810 NOTES X7702248301 © 10/21 ECHO Incorporated...
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