Echo SHC-210 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Operator's Manual MODEL 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: Manual Safety Symbols And Important Information
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 ORDERING instructions for specific information.
Page 4: International Symbols
15 meters (50 feet) away. WARNING DANGER Hearing Protection Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
Page 5: Extended Operation/Extreme Conditions
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 6: Safe Operation
SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manual • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator's Manual and Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.
Page 7: Description
The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly of SHC-210 is required. 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 8 20. SAFETY VIDEO - (Not included with unit) P/N 99922202800 English version is available at a cost of $5.00 from ECHO, INC. or any authorized ECHO dealer. The video overviews safety precautions and proper operating tech- niques and is supplemental to the Safety Manual. Read and understand the Safety Manual for complete information on safe operation.
Page 9: Specifications
EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- SHC-210 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 1790 mm (70.5 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 270 mm (10.6 in.) Weight (dry) ------------------------------------------------ 5.87 kg (12.9 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 32.2 mm (1.27 in.)
Page 10: Assembly
SSEMBLY Tools Required: 4 mm hex wrench, screwdriver Parts Required: Power Head/Drive Shaft Assembly and Gear Housing Assembly GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY WARNING Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. Remove protective cap from drive shaft end. Remove locating screw (A) and align the locating hole in the gear case with the locating hole (B) in the drive shaft housing.
Page 11: Pre-Operation
IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend 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. Mixing Instructions Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.
Page 12: Operation
PERATION STARTING COLD ENGINE 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. Stop Switch Move Stop Switch button away from the STOP position.
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. Primer Pump primer bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.
Page 14: 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. SKILL LEVELS Level 1 = Easy to do.
Page 15: Air Filter
AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWER 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area. 2.
Page 16: Spark Plug
SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: Spark Plug, NGK BPMR-8Y P/N A425000000 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.
Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: Lubrication
Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service. 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 Clean dirt from grease fitting.
Page 20 Hedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. Tools required: 4 mm Hex wrench, screwdriver, clean rag, small brush Parts required: ECHO LUBE ® Lithium Based Grease WARNING Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
Page 21: Sharpening Blades
Blade Adjustment IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Tighten blade bolts until snug, then loosen blade bolts 1/2 turn. Hold blade bolts from turning using 10 mm wrench, and tighten blade lock nuts with other 10 mm wrench.
Page 22: Troubleshooting
ROUBLESHOOTING n i l t ' n t l i f t l i f y l r n i l Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark near an open spark plug opening, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
Page 23: Storage
TORAGE 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 mainte- nance which includes the following: Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
Page 24: Servicing Information
• 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 below.

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