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X7702248301

Operator’s

Manual

HCS-2810 / 3810

Hedge Trimmer

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.

Read and understand all provided literature before use.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.

Summary of Contents for HCS-2810

Page 1: ...ne exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure...

Page 2: ...nd Safety Equipment 7 Equipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 13 CARB and EPA Emissions Control Information 13 Description 14 Contents 15 Operation 16 Fuel 16 Starting Cold Engine 20 Startin...

Page 3: ...on maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in...

Page 4: ...cation operation or maintenance of this product call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before ca...

Page 5: ...onal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The...

Page 6: ...tion Carburetor Adjustment Idle Speed Wear Hand and Foot Protection Carburetor Adjustment Low Speed Mixture Safety Alert Emergency Stop Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture Finger Severing Do not operate...

Page 7: ...ler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury might occur Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD...

Page 8: ...shield can be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris Hand Protection Wear sturdy no slip rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles...

Page 9: ...rease operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler The components of this machine generate an electromagnet...

Page 10: ...loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration Repetitive Stress Injuries RSI It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands...

Page 11: ...uately ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death Read the Manuals Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator s Manual for instructio...

Page 12: ...ating condition Dull loose or damaged blades should not be used Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engi...

Page 13: ...uel line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on...

Page 14: ...al s on your unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer The safety decal i...

Page 15: ...of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts 1 Spark Plug 2 Purge Bulb 3 Choke Lever 4 Air Cleaner 5 Throttle Handle For Left Hand 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Throttle Trigger...

Page 16: ...rks that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter stri...

Page 17: ...o use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the two stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if...

Page 18: ...ill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel tank Wipe up spills immediately Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling Ins...

Page 19: ...ire the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spillage Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution stor...

Page 20: ...rage Remove blade cover before using the unit 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke B to COLD START CLOSED position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel...

Page 21: ...The blades must not move 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 a...

Page 22: ...ury may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle If blades move readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or...

Page 23: ...il engine fires Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Sw...

Page 24: ...severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands 1 Always grip support handle A with right hand and throttle handle B with left hand 2 Hold trimme...

Page 25: ...y can result Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the nece...

Page 26: ...ion integrity Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Cle...

Page 27: ...eformed Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse 4 Ins...

Page 28: ...ation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment sup...

Page 29: ...air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or clea...

Page 30: ...When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 6 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 7 Assemble components in reverse order...

Page 31: ...ise 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 these instructions or see yo...

Page 32: ...formed by an authorized ECHO dealer 1 Before adjusting the carburetor clean or replace the air filter and spark arrestor screen 2 Start engine and run for several minutes to reach operating temperatur...

Page 33: ...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 mixture to soften the remaining gummy residue then wipe it from the...

Page 34: ...then add grease as illustrated 4 Reinstall the grommet securely in the hole otherwise it may become lost Blades Hedge trimmer blades are very sharp touching them may lead to severe personal injury Use...

Page 35: ...ing edges 5 File each edge carefully Follow the original shape of the blade 6 Install blade guard Use new lock nuts each time blade guard is installed See dealer for correct nuts 7 Lubricate blades se...

Page 36: ...Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Engine starts hard or Engine does not start Spark at end of plug wire No spark STOP switch OFF Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn s...

Page 37: ...ry may result Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp Touching them may lead to severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands Engine runs but dies...

Page 38: ...m 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 scabbard on...

Page 39: ...charge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPMR8Y Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol mor...

Page 40: ...misused by ECHO Incorporated Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration If y...

Page 41: ...HCS 2810 3810 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7702248301 41 10 21 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 42: ...NOTES HCS 2810 3810 42 X7702248301 10 21 ECHO Incorporated NOTES...

Page 43: ...HCS 2810 3810 NOTES X7702248301 43 10 21 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 44: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www echo usa com U29015001001 U29015999999 U29115001001 U29115999999 U55911001001 U55911999999...

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