Table Of Contents; Introduction; The Operator's Manual; The Safety Manual - Echo HC-1800 Type 1E Operator's Manual

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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.
THE OPERATOR
Contains specifications and information for operating, starting,
stopping, maintaining, storing and assembling this product.

THE SAFETY MANUAL

Explains possible hazards involved with the use of Hedge Clippers, and
what measures you should take to make their use safer.
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ABLE OF ONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................... 2
- The Operator's Manual ....................................... 2
- The Safety Manual ............................................. 2
Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ..... 3
Safety ......................................................................... 3
- Decals ................................................................. 3
- International Symbols ........................................ 4
Safety Instructions .................................................... 4
- Safety Equipment and Proper Clothing .............. 4
- Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions ............ 5
- Equipment .......................................................... 5
- Safe Operation .................................................... 6
Emissions Control ...................................................... 6
Description ................................................................ 7
- Package Contents ............................................... 7
- HC-1800 Parts ..................................................... 7
- HC-1800 Parts Description ................................. 8
Specifications ............................................................ 9
Pre-Operation ........................................................... 10
- Fuel ................................................................... 10
Operation ................................................................. 11
- Starting Cold Engine ......................................... 11
- Starting Warm Engine ...................................... 12
- Stopping Engine ............................................... 12
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S MANUAL
Maintenance ............................................................ 13
- Skill Levels ........................................................ 13
- Maintenance Intervals ...................................... 13
- Air Filter ........................................................... 14
- Fuel Filter .......................................................... 14
- Spark Plug ........................................................ 15
- Cooling System ................................................ 15
- Exhaust System ................................................ 16
- Carburetor Adjustment Emission ..................... 17
- Lubrication ....................................................... 18
Blades ........................................................... 18
Gear Box Assembly ....................................... 19
- Blade Stiffener Remove/Install ......................... 19
- Sharpening Blades ............................................ 20
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 21
Storage ..................................................................... 22
Notes ....................................................................... 23
Servicing Information .............................................. 24
- Parts .................................................................. 24
- Service .............................................................. 24
- Echo Comsumer Product Support .................... 24
- Warranty Card .................................................. 24
- Additional or Replacement Manuals ................ 24
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this
literature are as accurate as known at the time of publica-
tion, but are subject to change without notice. Illustra-
tions may include optional equipment and accessories,
and may not include all standard equipment.