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1. 

FRONT HANDLE WITH GUARD

 - Comfortable, textured finish provides anti-slip grip. Guard protects hand 

from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard.

 

2. 

bLADEs

 - Double reciprocating blades mounted to a blade support bar. The blades are double sided, capable of cut-

ting on either side. 

3. 

bLADE sTIFFENER - 

Attaches to top of blades and guides material being cut into blades.

4. 

sPARK PLUG

 - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture.

5. 

CHOKE

 - The choke control lever is located on the front of the air cleaner case. Move choke lever to "COLD 

START" (

) to close the choke for Cold Starting.  Move choke lever to "RUN" (

) position to open choke.

6. 

PURGE bULb

 - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from 

the carburetor.  Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.  Pump purge 

bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

7. 

AIR CLEANER

 - Contains replaceable filter element.

8. 

RECOIL 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

 - Contains fuel and fuel filter.

10. 

FUEL TANK CAP

 - Covers and seals fuel tank opening.

11. 

REAR HANDLE

 - Contains Stop Switch, Throttle Lockout and Throttle Trigger.

12. 

THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT

 - This lever must be depressed before Throttle Trigger can be activated.

13. 

THROTTLE TRIGGER

 - Spring loaded to return to idle when released.  Trigger Lockout must be depressed fully 

before Throttle Trigger will move.  During acceleration, depress gradually for best operating technique.  

14. 

sTOP sWITCH -

 "TOGGLE SWITCH" located on the left side of the rear handle.  Move switch UP to RUN, 

DOWN to STOP.

15. 

sPARK ARREsTOR MUFFLER OR sPARK ARREsTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALysT -

The muffler con

-

trols exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving 

the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 

16. 

bLADE COVER - 

Used to cover blades during transportation or storage. Remove blade cover before using unit.

Summary of Contents for HC-155

Page 1: ...MODEL HC 155 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 Remove Blade Stiffener 10 Install Blade Stiffener 10 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: ...T start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running Moving parts may not be visible through openings...

Page 7: ...that 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 X5050023...

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: ...e installed In extreme conditions such as commercial cutting or when cutting thick and or dense branches efficiency may be increased by trimming without the blade stiffener Tools required 8 mm Socket...

Page 10: ...time blade stiffener is installed or removed install blade stiffener 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire WARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp Touching them may lea...

Page 11: ...roved 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 standards En...

Page 12: ...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 tainer thoro...

Page 13: ...handle 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 n...

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: ...eve 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 to DO IT YOURS...

Page 16: ...Clean 2 I C Muffler Spark Arrestor Inspect Clean Replace 2 I C R Cylinder Exhaust Port Inspect Clean Decarbon 2 I C Gear Housing Grease 2 I 1 Blades Inspect Clean 1 I C 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect...

Page 17: ...eformed 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...

Page 18: ...uired 3 4 mm Hex wrenchs 25 or 50 mm 1 or 2 in cleaning brush Parts required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the...

Page 19: ...er Soft metal brush Parts required Screen Gasket 1 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug and remove engine or muffler cover 2 screws 2 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from...

Page 20: ...operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifica tions carburetor adjustment WARNING The blades must not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result...

Page 21: ...reset if necessary If a tachometer is avail able idle speed screw A should be set to the specifications found on page 27 Specifications of this manual Turn idle screw A clockwise to increase idle spe...

Page 22: ...e Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated 6 Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in ser vice Gear Box Assembly Level 1 Tools required Grease Gun Clean rag Parts required POWER...

Page 23: ...emove blade stiffener A see Blade Stiffener Remove Install instructions 4 Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots B on bottom of blade Do not pry against cutting edges 5 File each edge carefu...

Page 24: ...lug wire WARNING Hedge clipper 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 locknuts...

Page 25: ...u T r e l a e d 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...

Page 26: ...bris 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 bla...

Page 27: ...0 1 Power Blend X ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O 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...

Page 28: ...come producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For two stroke engine powered products the electronic ignition module flexible drive cable...

Page 29: ...Incorrect storage 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 operato...

Page 30: ...ned 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 to fail to confo...

Page 31: ...Hedge Clipper Operator s Manual 31 notes...

Page 32: ...esenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required echo consumer product support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the applica tion operation or mainten...

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