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Summary of Contents for HC-1500 - Type 2E

Page 1: ...E Serial Number 001001 999999 HC 2400 2410 Type 2E Serial Number 001001 999999 WARNING DANGER X7532242200 X753000880 01 02 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the...

Page 2: ...tionalSymbols 4 Equipment 4 Fuel 5 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 5 Safe Operation 7 ExtendedOperation ExtremeConditions 8 Description 9 Contents 9 EmissionsControl 9 Specifications 12 Models...

Page 3: ...s prohibited IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protec tion of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit MANUAL SAFE...

Page 4: ...allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear slip resistant foot wear Engine choke control Ignition Ignition ON OFF Chain lubrication Do not operate without guards in place Keep bystanders at least 4 5 meter...

Page 5: ...nd do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to re...

Page 6: ...ng durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts with long sleeves DONOTWEARSHORTS DONOTWEARTIES SCARFS JEWELRY Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair Wear sturdy work shoes with non...

Page 7: ...ration UseProperClothing Equipment Before starting the unit equip yourself and any other personworking within the 4 5 m 15 ft Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing KeepaSolid...

Page 8: ...ies It is believed 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...

Page 9: ...l __ 1 Warranty Statement __ 1 Warranty Registration Card __ 1 PlasticBag __ T Wrench __ Bottle2 6oz 2 CycleOil __ 1 BladeCover EMISSION CONTROL Emissions Models The emission control system for this e...

Page 10: ...10 14 18 12 15 8 6 16 11 5 7 17 HC 2000 2400 2410 2 1 HC 1500 1600 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 13 19 20...

Page 11: ...best operating technique 10 BLADES Double reciprocating blades mounted to a blade support bar Models HC 1500 HC 1600 are double sided blades meaning they are capable of cutting on either side of the b...

Page 12: ...i d r o t i c a p a C o t e n g a M l e e h w y l F g u l P k r a p S n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 0 p a G A 7 M P B l e u F l i o d n a e n i l o s a g l e u F d e x i M o i t a R l i O l e u F l i o e n i g...

Page 13: ...ure to use an ISO L EGDandJ A S O FCcertifiedoil suchasEchoPremium50 1Two stroke Oil will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of two st...

Page 14: ...containers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After Refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at lease 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting...

Page 15: ...guard for damage Replace if damaged or missing Check that the blade assembly is firmly attached and in safe operating condition Dull loose or damaged blades should not be used 4 5 m 15 ft DETERMINE O...

Page 16: ...eration the complete unit especially the gear box may become very hot too hot to touch Avoid contact during and immediatelyafteroperation Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventila...

Page 17: ...6 After engine warm up gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke...

Page 18: ...necessary tools you may want to take your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOUR SELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it each maintenance task has...

Page 19: ...t c e p s n I I I s k a e L l e u F r i a p e R t c e p s n I I I I g u l P k r a p S n a e l C C I R m e t s y S n o i t i n g I e c a l p e R n a e l C l e e h w y l f d n a l i o c r o f d e r i u...

Page 20: ...e certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement FUEL FILTER Level 1 T...

Page 21: ...wrench Pointed Wood Stick Cross head Screwdriver Parts required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fi...

Page 22: ...metal deflector shield is in the slot of the cover EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2 Tools required 3 mm Allen wrench Soft metal brush Parts Required ScreenP N14586240630 GasketLidP N14586...

Page 23: ...e CCW an additional 1 8 turn and repeat acceleration Continue adjusting until smooth acceleration results 6 Check HI speed RPM at W O T Wide Open Throttle HI speed RPM should be set to specifications...

Page 24: ...Rich drop off With engine idling slowly turn LO B needle CCW out to rich drop off point RPM will increase then gradually slow and drop off Note this position 2 c Final setting Set needle at mid point...

Page 25: ...to soften the remaining gummy residue then wipe it from the blade 4 Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated 5 Wipe excess oil from the blade before...

Page 26: ...ining the gear box cover plate 2 Remove cover plate and discard gasket 3 Add grease as required DO NOT over fill Leave room for the grease to expand during operation HC 1600 2000 All Level 1 Tools req...

Page 27: ...BLADE STIFFENER REMOVE INSTALL Level 2 Tools required 2 13mm Open End Parts Required None WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp Wear gloves to protect hands 1 Disconnect spark plug wire f...

Page 28: ...6 3 File each edge carefully Follow the original shape of the blade IMPORTANT If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat 4 ModelsHC 1500 HC 1600 Assemblebladestiffenerusingnew blade nu...

Page 29: ...e t a k r a p S e r i w g u l p f o k r a p s o N f o d n e t a e r i w g u l p f f o h c t i w s p o t S m e l b o r p l a c i r t c e l E h c t i w s k c o l r e t n I n o h c t i w s n r u T r e l...

Page 30: ...m all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nuts 6 Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the ca...

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Page 32: ...al Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION You may register y...

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