Contents; Assembly; Operation - Echo HC-245 Operator's Manual

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
____ 1 - Emission Control Warranty Statement
____ 1 - Safety Manual
____ 1 - Warranty Registration Card
____ 1 - Blade Cover

ASSEMBLY

This model is factory assembled.

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. Metal cutters can can create sparks if
the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
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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.
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.
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.
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