Echo HCA-266 Operator's Manual page 28

MAINTENANCE
1. Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50-50 cleaning mixture.
2. Allow cleaning mixture to soften the remaining gummy residue then wipe it from the blade.
3. Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated.
4. Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service.
Gear Case
Level 1.
Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease.
1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (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: Lithium Based Grease.
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.
1. Remove gear housing locating screw (A) and loosen
clamping screw (B). Remove the gear housing assembly
from the drive shaft housing.
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