HC-1800 Type 1E Serial Number 001001 & Up WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X7532241700...
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.
Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the symbols on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles; • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES, Hearing Protection • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves.
Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combi- nation. 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.
SAFE OPERATION WARNING DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Provide Safety And Operating Instructions To All Operators • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.
ESCRIPTION The HC-1800 Hedge Clipper is pre-assembled and ready for use. 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. PACKAGE CONTENTS...
HC- 1800 PARTS DESCRIPTIONS POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled to the gear housing assembly. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System, and Recoil Starter. REAR HANDLE - Contains the Stop Switch, Throttle Lockout, and Throttle Trigger. FRONT HANDLE / GUARD - Comfortable, textured finish provides anti-slip grip for front hand. Guard protects hand from the blades.
ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC After Refueling certified oil, such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered • Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.
The blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust IDLE carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 6. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip the handle to depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed.
DANGER The blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) forward, away from the STOP position.
Hedge Clipper achieve that goal. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, the skill level required for each maintenance task has been graded. 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.
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWER AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu- lated dirt from the air cleaner area.
EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools required: 19 mm Spark Plug Wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts required: 90064 REPOWER Tune-Up Kit 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean.
Emission Models Level 2. Tools required: Screwdriver with 2 mm blade width, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017) Parts required: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with EPA Phase 1 and California Emission Regulations.
LUBRICATION Blades evel 1. Tools required: Clean rag, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush, Oil can Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning). WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands.
Hold blade bolts from turning using 10 mm wrench, and tighten blade lock nuts (C) with other 10 mm wrench. 6. Lubricate blades. See "Lubrication" on page 18. IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur.
No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer clogged Clean or replace Fuel line clogged Clean or replace Fuel at carburetor Carburetor See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture too rich...
TORAGE WARNING DANGER 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 property damage or 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 mainte- nance which includes the following: Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
• Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Sending a check or money order for $2.00 per Parts Catalog or $1.50 per Operator's Manual made payable to ECHO, INCORPORATED. State on a sheet of paper the model number and serial number of the ECHO unit you have, part number of the manual (if known), your name and address and mail to address above.