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Echo SHC-2620S Operator's Manual

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Operator's
SHC-2620/S
Shaft Hedge
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Read and understand all provided literature before
use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7502342003
© 07/19 ECHO Incorporated
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  • Page 1 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents..................2 Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 4 Parts/Serial Number................4 Service ....................4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Scan QR codes for more information. For additional literature, including safety manuals where applicable, or questions regarding terms used in this manual, visit: https://www.echo-usa.com/manuals https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/manuals X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 4: Servicing Information

    Register your 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 warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.

  • Page 5: Safety

    This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning, See Carburetor Adjustment - Operator’s Manual High Speed Mixture X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 6 DO NOT Allow Flames Ignition ON / OFF or Sparks Near Fuel DO NOT Smoke Near Primer Bulb Fuel Choke Control “COLD Choke Control “RUN” START” Position (Choke Position (Choke Open) Closed) X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 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. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 8 Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal 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 9 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 10 • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands. • Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement. • Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 11 Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 12: Equipment

    Never perform blade maintenance procedures while engine is running. 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, INC.

  • Page 13: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 14: 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. Safety label is for example only. Your label my appear slightly different.
  • Page 15 11. TOP GUARD 12. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST 13. FUEL TANK 14. FUEL TANK CAP 15. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE 16. PURGE BULB 17. CHOKE CONTROL 18. AIR CLEANER 19. BLADE COVER X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 16: 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. Power Head / Drive Shaft Assembly...

  • Page 17: Assembly

    Slide gear housing assembly onto drive shaft. Be certain the flex drive shaft engages the hole in the driver gear. Install locating bolt (A). Tighten clamping bolt (B). X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 18: Operation

    Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% 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 diesel or alternative fuels may cause...
  • Page 19 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil, such as ECHO branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. ECHO branded 2-stroke oils meet these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O.
  • Page 20 Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 21: Starting Cold Engine

    The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 22 Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. Note: If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after five pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 23: Starting Warm Engine

    If blades move, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your dealer. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 24: Stopping Engine

    STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your dealer repair stop switch before using unit again. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 25: Hedge Trimming

    Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the hedge or shrub and proceed to cut. Gear case becomes extremely hot during use. Wear gloves to protect hands whenever handling gear case. Otherwise serious personal injury may result. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx For information about maintenance kits.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Intervals

    1 Apply lithium based grease every 25 hours of use. 2 Inspect blade and clean and sharpen as needed. Lubricate blades periodically during use. 3 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 28: Air Filter

    Allow to dry completely before reuse. Do not oil. Air Filter • Lightly brush debris from filter. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. Assemble components in reverse order. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 29: Fuel Filter

    Do not remove the wire coil clamp to remove the fuel filter. Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand. Pull and twist slightly to separate. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 30: Spark Plug

    DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. Tighten spark plug to 102-153 kgf•cm (89-133 in•lbf). Cooling System Level 2. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 31 “Normal Maintenance”. Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not covered by the warranty. Remove spark plug lead. Remove muffler cover (A). Remove engine cover (B). DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 32: Exhaust System

    Note: When cleaning carbon deposit, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged, or has holes burned through. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: Heat Shield (as needed) X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 33: Carburetor Adjustment

    Start engine, and warm to operating temperature. Stop engine, and re-tighten mounting bolts (or nuts) to specifications. Carburetor Adjustment Level 2. When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 34: Lubrication

    Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counterclockwise to decrease idle speed. Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (blade cleaning). X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 35 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. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 36: Blades

    Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an authorized servicing dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Sharpening Level 2. If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 37 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. Tighten blade screws securely. Hold blade screws (A) to prevent turning, and tighten lock nuts (B). X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Improper Carburetor Vibration Adjust adjustment Engine Extended does not Cooling Cooling operation in dirty accelerate system dirty Clean system or dusty properly or plugged locations Spark Spark arrestor arrestor Normal wear Replace screen screen plugged X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 39: Storage

    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. X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 40: Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)

    273 mm (10.7 in.) Height 260 mm (10.2 in.) Weight (dry) 5.9 kg (13.0 lb.) 5.7 kg (12.7 lb) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) Stroke 28.0 mm (1.10 in.) X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 41 21 mm (0.83 in.) Maximum Diameter Cut Soft Material 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) Woody Material 13 mm (0.5 in.) Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Clutch Engagement 4,300 RPM Speed Wide Open Throttle Speed 11,500 RPM (W.O.T.) X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 42: 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 43 SHC-2620 / S PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502342003 © 07/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 44 T95515001001-T95515999999 U28515001001-U28515999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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