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 WARNING

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:
1.  Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.

  

  WARNING

Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp.  Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.  Avoid touching blades 

whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 

  

 DANGER

Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark, otherwise serious 

personal injury may result.

2.  Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.

3.  Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris 

from exterior of unit.

4.  Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are 

required.

5.  Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade.  Be 

certain the blade bolts are lubricated.

6.  Install blade cover on blades.

7.  Tighten all the screws and nuts.

8. 

Drain

 the fuel tank 

completely

 and pull the recoil 

starter handle several times to remove fuel from the 

carburetor.

9.  Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, 

clean, two-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through 

the spark plug hole.

  A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.

  B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute  

  the oil inside the engine.

  C. Observe the piston location through the spark    

  plug hole.  Pull the recoil handle slowly until the  

  piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it    

  there.

10. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable).

IMPORTANT

Always store and transport hedge clippers 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 transport

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ing or storing unit. 

Summary of Contents for HC-150 - 11-09 1

Page 1: ...MODEL HC 150 WARNING Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully ECHO provides this Operator s Manual and a Safety Manual Both must be read and under stood for proper and safe operati...

Page 2: ...ernational Symbols 3 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 3 Equipment Check 6 Emission Control 8 Description 7 Contents 9 Assembly 9 Install Blade Stiffener 10 Remove Blade Stiffener 11 Operation 1...

Page 3: ...ts Wear hand protection Use two handed DO NOT smoke near fuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear slip resistant foot wear Ignition Ignition ON OFF Do not operate with out guards in place Kee...

Page 4: ...ensa tions followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown Keep your bo...

Page 5: ...lieved that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those areas Certain repetitive hand activities m...

Page 6: ...ks are found Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition WARNING Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objec...

Page 7: ...hat you understand and follow the instruc tions 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 P N X505002310...

Page 8: ...IL STARTER HANDLE Pull handle slowly until recoil starter engages then quickly and firmly DO NOT pull rope all the way out or allow the handle to snap back damage to the starter will occur 9 FUEL TANK...

Page 9: ...ashers WARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp Touching them may lead to severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands IMPORTANT Follow bla...

Page 10: ...Hold blade bolts from turning using a 10mm wrench Note Use new locknuts every time blade stiffener is installed IMPORTANT If blade stiffener is damaged or show signs of wear replace it Note Washers C...

Page 11: ...approved Two Stroke Oil A two stroke engine oil meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O FC FD Standards must be used Echo brand premium Power Blend X TM Universal 2 Stroke Oil meets these standard...

Page 12: ...RTANT 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 IMPORTANT Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel con...

Page 13: ...le securely with one hand and pull the recoil starter handle D until engine fires or 5 pulls maximum 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke B to the RUN OPEN position Restart engine if neces...

Page 14: ...el is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat clear area Grip the front handle securely with one hand...

Page 15: ...your unit achieve that goal 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 To help you decide whether you want...

Page 16: ...ws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 I All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection 2 Inspect blade and clean and sharpen as needed Lubricate blades p...

Page 17: ...formed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter cover NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after a...

Page 18: ...quired 3 mm Hex wrench 25 or 50 mm 1 or 2 in clean ing brush Parts required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the...

Page 19: ...cover forward disengaging muffler gasket tabs and ignition lead and lay aside 6 Loosely install spark plug to keep debris out of the cylinder Use brush to remove dirt from cylinder fins IMPORTANT DO...

Page 20: ...nder 3 Remove exhaust guide A gasket B and screen C from muffler body 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components NOTE When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the cata lytic element...

Page 21: ...eposits from cylinder exhaust port IMPORTANT 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 part...

Page 22: ...mpliance above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be ad justed by an authorized ECHO service dealer Important If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor must be...

Page 23: ...ect hands 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 3 Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50 50 cleaning mixture 4 Allow cleaning...

Page 24: ...cess grease from around grease fitting 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire 3 Remove blade stiffener see Blade Stiffener Remove Install in structions 4 Slide blades to allo...

Page 25: ...t a safe distance from sharp blades IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur 1 Tighten blade...

Page 26: ...o h c E r u o y e e S r e l a e d o h c E r u o y e e S g u l p t a k r a p S k r a p s o N t c e r r o c n i p a g k r a p S n o b r a c h t i w d e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e v i t c e...

Page 27: ...oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade Be certain the blade bolts are lubricat...

Page 28: ...M345 FC FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15 or...

Page 29: ...NS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cables SRM solid drive shafts and TC tines are warranted for the life of the product on parts only Cutting attac...

Page 30: ...ge procedures stale fuel including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operators manual is th...

Page 31: ...t SORE was designed built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it...

Page 32: ...ce repairs proof of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica tion operation or maintenance of this product you may call the...

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