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WARNING

DANGER

Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides this
Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for
proper and safe operation.

Hedge Clipper

Operator's Manual

MODELS

HC-230

HC-231

X7502255100

X750009840
12/06

Summary of Contents for HC-230

Page 1: ...safeoperationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthis Operator sManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodfor properandsafeoperation Hedge Clipper Operator s Manual MODELS HC 230 HC 231 X7...

Page 2: ...is product THE SAFETY MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation Keep it in a safe place for future reference It explains possible hazards involved with the use of this product and what m...

Page 3: ...ation Symbol form shape Symbol description application Symbol form shape Read and understand owners manual Wear eyes ears and head protection Emergency stop Fuel and oil mixture Finger Severing Carbur...

Page 4: ...ease operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler Extended Operation Extreme Conditions It is believed that...

Page 5: ...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 acti...

Page 6: ...G DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combi nation ECHO INC will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices attachm...

Page 7: ...uard P N 89016006361 Hot Decal near muffler DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decals on your unit Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instruc tions on them If a decal c...

Page 8: ...9 REAR HANDLE Contains the Stop Switch Throttle Lockout Rotation Lockout and Throttle Trigger 10 THROTTLETRIGGER Spring loaded to return to idle when released Trigger Lockout must be depressed fully...

Page 9: ...ormance or severe engine damage and void the product warranty Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual FUEL WARNING Alternative fuels such as E 20 20 ethanol E 85 85 ethanol...

Page 10: ...uchasEchopremiumPower Blend TM will void the two stroke engine warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of two stroke oil used per the statement listed in the Emission...

Page 11: ...front handle securely with one hand and pull the recoil starter handle D until engine fires or 5pullsmaximum 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke B to the RUN OPEN position Restart engine...

Page 12: ...ove at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle If blades move readjust carburetor according to Carburetor...

Page 13: ...ho recommends that the unit be returned to your ECHOdealerforservice ECHO offers REPOWERTM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier Just below each task heading are listed the va...

Page 14: ...s a e r G 2 1 I g n i s u o H r a e G e s a e r G 2 2 I e p o R r e t r a t S l i o c e R n a e l C t c e p s n I 1 C I R I g u l P k r a p S n a e l C t c e p s n I 2 C I R s t l o B s t u N s w e r...

Page 15: ...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 Installairfiltercover NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air...

Page 16: ...quired 4mmHexwrench 25or50mm 1or2in cleaning brush Parts required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder f...

Page 17: ...bottom front center hex socket bolt 4 Pull cylinder cover B forward away from the engine 5 Loosely install spark plug to keep debris out of the cylinder Use brush to remove dirt from cylinder fins IMP...

Page 18: ...sits from muffler components NOTE When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalyticelementinsidemuffler 6 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 7 Assem...

Page 19: ...oper operation of this engine Level2 Tools required Screwdriver Tachometer ECHOP N99051130017 Parts required None NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli ance with em...

Page 20: ...ades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect 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 b...

Page 21: ...o not pry against cutting edges 3 Follow the original shape and file each cutting edge carefully to avoid damage to adjacent teeth Maintain 6 mm 25 in radius at base of each tooth IMPORTANT If a power...

Page 22: ...istance from sharp blades IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHOServicingDealer otherwiseprematurewearorinternal damage may occur 1 Tighten blade bolts until snu...

Page 23: ...u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g n E r o s e i d t u b t o n s e o d e t a r e l e c c a y l r e...

Page 24: ...l dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit 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 I...

Page 25: ...tor discharge ignition SparkPlug NGKBPM 8Y Gap0 65mm 0 026in Fuel Mixed Fuel gasoline and oil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing...

Page 26: ...26 NOTES...

Page 27: ...HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL 27 NOTES...

Page 28: ...Dealer must perform Service of this product during the warranty period For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 Dealerin...

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