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Echo HC-152 Operator's Manual

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X7722271404 / X772000164
Operator's Manual
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.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. 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.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
X7532249501
© 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
HC-152
Hedge Clipper
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  • Page 1 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Safety Manual........................3 Servicing information ......................... 3 Parts/Serial Number........................3 Service ............................3 Echo Consumer Product Support ....................3 Warranty Registration ........................3 Additional or Replacement Manuals .................... 4 Safety..............................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..............4 International Symbols ........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

  • Page 4: Additional Or Replacement Manuals

    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. SAFETY...

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    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. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 6 ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 7 Keep a Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 8: Equipment

    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. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.

  • Page 9: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 10: 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.
  • Page 11 The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 16. BLADE COVER - Used to cover blades during transportation or storage. Remove blade cover before using unit. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 12: Contents

    CONTENTS HC-152 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...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    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.
  • Page 14 Note: Use new locknuts every time blade guard is installed or removed If blade guard is damaged or show signs of wear, replace it. Note: Washers (C) should be movable by hand after blade bolts are adjusted properly. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Fuel 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 problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement.

  • Page 16: Starting Cold Engine

    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 X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Starting Warm Engine

    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.

  • Page 19: Hedge Trimming

    Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving. The engine continues running even when the blades have stopped due to an obstruction. If this occurs, stop the engine, disconnect ignition cable and remove the obstruction X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an 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.

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    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. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 22: Spark Plug

    1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove engine cover (A). 3. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 4. Assemble components in reverse order. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 23: Exhaust System

    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. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 24: Carburetor Adjustment

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.

  • Page 25: Lubrication

    5. Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated. 6. Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service. Gear Box Level 1. Parts Required: POWER BLENDX 14 oz. or Lithium Base Grease. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 26: Blades

    Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. 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.
  • Page 27 2. Hold blade bolts from turning using 10 mm socket, and tighten blade lock nuts with other 10 mm socket. Locking ability of Hedge Clipper blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed. Replace if turning resistance is not felt when installing locknuts. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor No fuel at carburetor Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Open choke Fuel at cylinder Clean/replace air filter...

  • Page 29: Storage

    Always store and transport hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. Always install blade cover when transporting or storing unit. X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    35mm (1.38 in.) Height 21mm (0.83 in.) Maximum Diameter Cut Soft Material 25.4mm (1 in.) Woody Material 13mm (1/2 in.) Idle Speed 3,300 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4,900 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) 11,300 RPM X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 31: Warranty Statements

    PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO ECHO PRODUCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED ECHO DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS. 1-800-432-ECHO.
  • Page 32 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS (&+2 3RZHU %OHQGŒ 7ZR6WURNH 2LO THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY: PD[LPXP ® DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES MERCHANTABILITY 99922201032 11/18/2011 X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 33: Notes

    HC-152 NOTES NOTES X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34 NOTES HC-152 X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 35 HC-152 NOTES X7532249501 © 4/2013 ECHO Inc.
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