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Air filter

CLEANING AIR FILTER

(Before Each Use)

CLEANING FUEL FILTER

(Check Periodically)

1. Pick up fuel filter through fuel tank opening with a

piece of steel wire or the like.

2. Clean filter in a suitable cleaner or replace it if

necessary.

3. Reinstall the filter.

CHECK SPARK PLUG

(Check Periodically)

1. Check plug gap.

2. Inspect electrode for wear.

3. Inspect insulator for oil or other deposits.

4. Replace plug if needed and tighten to 15 - 17 N•m

(150 to 170 kgf•cm).

SERVICING

1. Close choke. Loosen cleaner cover knob and

remove air cleaner cover and air filter.

2. Carefully brush dirt from filter or clean with a

nonflammable solvent if necessary. Dry it completely
before installation.

3. Reinstall air filter with cover, after installing air filter

to cover.

NOTE

Correct gap setting is 0.6 to 0.7 mm.

NOTE

• If filter is excessively dirty or no longer fits properly,

replace it.

• Ensure that the filter is completely dry before

reinstalling it.

CHECK FUEL SYSTEM

(Check Before Every Use)

1. After refuelling, make sure fuel does not leak or

exude from around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or fuel
tank cap.

2. In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a

danger of fire. Stop using the machine immediately
and request your dealer to inspect or replace.

• If you have any questions or problems, please contact

your ECHO dealer.

0.6 - 0.7 mm

Fuel filter in tank

Air cleaner cover

Cleaner cover knob

Summary of Contents for HCR-161ES

Page 1: ...ES FOR SAFE OPERATION FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AVVERTENZA LEGGERE ATTENTAMENTE LE ISTRUZIONI E SEGUIRE LE REGOLE PER OPERARE IN SICUREZZA LA MANCATA OSSERVANZA DI QUESTA AVVERTE...

Page 2: ...rment or is lost please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer When renting or lending this machine to a person who will operate it always include this operator s manual which provides explanation a...

Page 3: ...the word DANGER calls attentions to an act or a condition which will lead to serious personal injury or death of operators and bystanders WARNING This symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls att...

Page 4: ...D OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE WORN WHEN OPERATING TRIMMER Start the unit on the ground with the throttle set at idle Do not start if the blades are o...

Page 5: ...MENON WHICH AFFECTS THE FINGERS OF CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS IS BROUGHT ABOUT BY EXPOSURE TO COLD AND VIBRATION ACCORDINGLY YOUR ECHO TRIMMER HAS SHOCK MOUNT AND RUBBERED GRIP DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE INTENSI...

Page 6: ...excessively worn cutting device Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted when using the machine Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one fitted with an unauthorized modification When...

Page 7: ...ont handle Handle located on the frame 3 Throttle trigger lockout Device that prevents the accidental operation of the throttle trigger until manually released 4 Rear handle Handle located furthest fr...

Page 8: ...aking from the trimmer before starting the engine Never store the trimmer with the fuel in the tank a fuel leak could start a fire Always tighten fuel caps on trimmer and container HANDLING FUEL CAUTI...

Page 9: ...ndle to the specified position 45 or 90 to the right or left When the lock position is reached a click emanates 3 Grip the throttle trigger while pressing the throttle trigger lockout and the rotation...

Page 10: ...6 Restart engine and allow it to warm up STARTING COLD ENGINE 7 Depress throttle trigger lockout and gradually squeeze throttle trigger WARNING CUTTER BLADES WILL START MOVING AS ENGINE ATTAINS CLUTCH...

Page 11: ...o or more trimmers are being operated keep a safe distance between operators WARNING WHEN STARTING TO TRIM RUN THE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE NEVER REMOVE HANDS FROM UNIT WHEN BLADES ARE MOVING THE ENGIN...

Page 12: ...Inspect Clean 16 Silencer Inspect Tighten Clean 16 Gear Housing Grease 15 15 20h Starter Inspect 13 Blades Inspect Clean Lubricate 15 Fuel Leaks Inspect 14 Screws Bolts and Nuts Inspect Tighten Replac...

Page 13: ...l line clogged Carburettor Carburettor Fuel mixture is too rich Ignition switch off Electrical problem Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Internal engine pro...

Page 14: ...filter or clean with a nonflammable solvent if necessary Dry it completely before installation 3 Reinstall air filter with cover after installing air filter to cover NOTE Correct gap setting is 0 6 t...

Page 15: ...Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage Apply 1 2 pumps of grease every 15 20 hours of operation NOTE Use good quality lithium multi grease LUBRICATING BLADES Every 4 Hours of...

Page 16: ...E OTHERWISE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT Every unit is test run at the factory and the carburettor is fine tuned for maximum performance Before adjusting carburettor clean or replace air filter...

Page 17: ...the recoil starter handle 2 or 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine C Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston reaches...

Page 18: ...showing their materials The codes refer to the following materials dispose of those plastic parts in accordance with local regulations Mark Material PA6 GF Nylon 6 Glass fiber PP GF Polypropylene Glas...

Page 19: ...r min 3300 Carburettor Diaphragm type Ignition Flywheel magneto CDI system Spark plug NGK BPMR8Y Starter Recoil starter ES START See page 2 Clutch Automatic Centrifugal Fuel Regular grade petrol Minim...

Page 20: ...EC use of harmonized standards EN 50081 1 EN 50082 1 EN 55014 EN 55022 the requirements of Directive 2002 88 EC the requirements of Directive 2000 14 EC Conformity assessment procedure followed ANNEX...

Page 21: ...21 MEMORANDUM...

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Page 24: ...X753 002 90 3 X753 225 020 3 GB 7 2 SUEHIROCHO 1 CHOME OHME TOKYO 198 8711 JAPAN PHONE 81 428 32 6118 FAX 81 428 32 6145 2007...

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