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Echo SHC-210 Operator's Manual

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Shaft Hedge Clipper
Operator's Manual
MODELS
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 serous injury.
X7502254901
SHC-210
SHC-212
WARNING
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C
EDGE
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M
PERATOR
S
LIPPER
1
ANUAL
X750009601
03/08

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  • Page 1 SHC-210 SHC-212 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 serous injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NTRODUCTION 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

    EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY 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 4: Personal Conditions And Safety Equipment

    Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for Hearing Protection early morning or late afternoon hours when tempera- Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing tures are cooler. hearing protection whenever unit is used. Vibration and Cold It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be...
  • Page 5 EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL 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 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 7: Description

    Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDER- ING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 8 Hand Guard P/N 89018721560 P/N 89016021560 P/N X505001930 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. 2. GRIP, RIGHT HAND REAR - Cushioned grip for right hand. 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

    The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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.

  • Page 10: Operation

    FUEL WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-20 (20% 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 11 EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. o l l Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.

  • Page 12: Starting Cold Engine

    STARTING COLD ENGINE NOTE The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit. WARNING The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown.

  • Page 13: Starting Warm Engine

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

  • Page 14: Hedge Trimming

    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 15: Maintenance Intervals

    EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS - t I t l i t l i l f f l l i ® ® y l l . y t...

  • Page 16: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) Cleaning brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER 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.

  • Page 17: Spark Plug

    EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90074 IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 18: Exhaust System

    Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. Remove (1) screw from top guard, and remove guard. Remove (4) screws from engine/muffler cover, and remove cover. Use the brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.

  • Page 19: Carburetor Adjustment

    The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli- ance with emission regulations. This carburetor does not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles. Check idle speed using a tachometer, and reset if necessary. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed;...
  • Page 21 ANUAL Gear Case Level 2. Tools required: Grease gun with Lithium Grease, clean rag Parts required: ECHO LUBE 14 oz. cartridge P/N 91015 or ® Lithium Based Grease 1. Clean dirt from grease fitting. Carefully pump grease in fitting (A). DO NOT force grease.

  • Page 22: Sharpening Blades

    SHARPENING BLADES Level 3. Tools required: Flat file, screwdriver Parts required: None WARNING Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blades.

  • Page 23: Blade Adjustment

    IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. 1. Tighten blade bolts until snug, then loosen blade bolts 1/2 turn. 2. Hold blade bolts from turning using 10 mm socket, and tighten blade lock nuts with other 10 mm socket.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING n i l n i l n i l l f f t l i f t ' n c t i c t i t n I c t i i t c t l i f t l i f t l i f t l i f / s t...

  • Page 25: Storage

    EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL 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 personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    Length (SHC-212) ----------------------------------------- 1530 mm (60.25 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 245 mm (9.65 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 270 mm (10.6 in.) Weight (dry) (SHC-210) ---------------------------------- 5.98 kg (13.2 lb.) Weight (dry) (SHC-212) ----------------------------------- 5.88 kg (12.9 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.)
  • Page 27 EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL NOTES...

  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below.

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