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Echo SHC-225S Operator's Manual

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x7722271404 / x772000164
SHC-225/S Shaft

Hedge Trimmer

Operator's Manual
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.
Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if
the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not
followed. 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 serious injury.
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.
X7502257007
© 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
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  • Page 1: Hedge Trimmer

    Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Safety Manual..................3 Servicing Information ..................3 Parts/Serial Number .................. 3 Service....................... 3 Echo Consumer Product Support .............. 4 Product Registration .................. 4 Additional or Replacement Manuals ............4 Safety ........................ 4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ........4 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

  • Page 4: Echo Consumer Product Support

    ECHO equipment on-line at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    Idle Speed Wear Hand Carburetor Adjustment - and Foot Protection Low Speed Mixture Safety/Alert Emergency Stop Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture Do not operate closer Finger severing than 15 M (50 ft.) from electrical hazard. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 6 Choke Control “RUN” START” Position (Choke Position (Choke Open) Closed) Wear slip resistant Chain Lubrication. footwear Do not operate Keep bystanders at closer than 15 M (50 least ft.) from electrical 4.5 meters (15 ft.) away. hazards. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Breathing Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit.
  • Page 8 In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker. Extended Operation / Extreme Conditions Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may result in injury.
  • Page 9 • Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or arms. The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 10 Do not over reach. Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Never perform blade maintenance procedures while engine is running. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 11: Equipment

    SHC-225/S SAFETY Equipment Use only ECHO 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.

  • Page 12: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    Maintenance Section of this manual. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 13: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. SHC-225...
  • Page 14 18. CHOKE CONTROL - Located on the air cleaner housing. Move choke lever to Cold Start ( ) to close choke for cold start. Move choke lever to “Run” ) position to open choke. 19. AIR CLEANER - Contains replaceable filter element. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 15: Contents

    Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. 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 Trimmer Assembly ____ 1 - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 16: Assembly

    Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 17: Fuel

    ™ Echo premium Power Blend X Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result.
  • Page 18 Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames. Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 19: Starting Cold Engine

    Move choke (B) to Cold Start ) (closed) position. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 20: Starting Warm Engine

    If blades move, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip the throttle handle and support handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed.

  • Page 21: Stopping Engine

    Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. Stopping Engine Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) to STOP position. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 22: Hedge Trimming

    If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    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 24: Air Filter

    Parts Required: 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. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 25: Fuel Filter

    2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part. Spark Plug Level 2. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 26: Cooling System

    This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving. Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 27: Exhaust System

    Remove ignition wires from clip for cleaning. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 28 Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 29: Carburetor Adjustment

    Parts Required: None Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized ECHO dealer. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 30: Lubrication

    Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated. Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 31 Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. Remove gear housing locating screw (A) and loosen clamping screw (B). Remove the gear housing assembly from the drive shaft housing. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 32: Blades

    Install the gear housing assembly. Flat edge of washers (D) must be against drive shaft. Blades Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Sharpening Level 2.
  • Page 33 Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightening blade screws and blade lock nuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 34 Hold blade screws (A) to prevent turning, and tighten lock nuts (B). Locking ability of Hedge Trimmer blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed. Replace if turning resistance is not felt when installing lock nuts. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    See your Echo Interlock switch dealer Spark gap incorrect Adjust to 0.65mm (0.026 in.) Spark at Covered with No spark Clean or replace plug carbon Clean or replace Fouled with Replace plug fuel Plug defective X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 36: Storage

    Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 37 Always store and transport hedge trimmers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. Always install blade cover when transporting or storing unit. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Height (SHC-225) 290 mm (11.4 in.) Height (SHC-225S) 290 mm (11.4 in.) Weight (dry) (SHC-225) 6.21 kg (13.7 lb.) Weight (dry) (SHC-225S) 6.03 kg (13.3 lb.) Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline Engine Type engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)
  • Page 39 25.4 mm (1 in.) Woody Material 13 mm (1/2 in.) Idle Speed 2,750 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4,100 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) 11,100 RPM This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002. X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 40: Product Registration

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It's FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 41 SHC-225/S PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 42: Notes

    NOTES SHC-225/S NOTES X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 43 SHC-225/S NOTES X7502257007 © 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 44 S85513001125/S85513999999 (S)S86213001061/S86213999999 ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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