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HAFT

EDGE

LIPPER

PERATOR

ANUAL

WARNING

DANGER

Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.

Shaft Hedge Clipper

Operator's Manual

MODEL

SHC-251

X750008270
04/05

X7502022500

Summary of Contents for SHC-251

Page 1: ...sforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunderstoodforproperandsafe operation Failuretodosocouldresultinserousinjury Shaft Hedge Clipp...

Page 2: ...served AirFilter 15 FuelFilter 15 SparkPlug 16 CoolingSystemCleaning 16 ExhaustSystem 17 Carburetor Adjustment 18 Lubrication 20 Sharpening Blades 22 Blade Adjustment 22 Troubleshooting 23 Storage 24...

Page 3: ...what they mean to you INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symbol description application Symbol form shape Symbol description application Symbol form shape Hot Surface Carburetor adjustment Idle speed Carburetor ad...

Page 4: ...r must be worn when operating unit PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT Extended Operation Extreme Conditions It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers o...

Page 5: ...cles 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 may put you at a high risk for...

Page 6: ...ngine ModificationwithCatalyst EQUIPMENT CHECK WARNING DANGER Use only ECHO approved attachments Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination ECHO INC will not be re...

Page 7: ...gible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer See PARTS ORDER INGinstructionsforspecificinformation P N 890...

Page 8: ...ufflercontrolsexhaustnoise and emission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris 12 FUELTANK Containsfuel...

Page 9: ...ement __ 1 Warranty Registration Card __ 1 Echo Power Blend TM 2 stroke oil sample __ 1 Safety Glasses __ 1 BladeCover CONTENTS The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre assembled for y...

Page 10: ...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 Defect Warranty Explanation IMPORTANT E...

Page 11: ...ecoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grasp right hand grip and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle t...

Page 12: ...ible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Rapi...

Page 13: ...e service Regular scheduled maintenance will help achieve 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 maintena...

Page 14: ...f a h S e v i r D e 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 s e d a l B n a e l C t c e p s n I 1 3 C 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 g u l P k r a p...

Page 15: ...irty replace 3 If element can be cleaned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out FUEL FILTER Level1 Tools Required 200 250mm 8 1...

Page 16: ...Level2 Tools Required 3 4 mm Hex Wrench cleaning brush 25 or 50 mm 1or2in Parts Required None if you are careful IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely...

Page 17: ...STEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools Required Cross Head Screwdriver Soft Metal Brush 4mmHexWrench Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove one 1 muffler cover...

Page 18: ...s can be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Adjustment High altitude adjust...

Page 19: ...Limiter caps prevent exceeding emission limits and over rich adjustment but not over lean adjustment which can cause engine failure Do not exceed recommended HI speed engine R P M during operation or...

Page 20: ...to soften the remaining gummy residue then wipe it from the blade 3 Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated 4 Wipe excess oil from the blade before...

Page 21: ...ING DANGER Blades are very sharp Wear gloves to protect hands otherwise serious personal injury may result 1 Loosen gear housing locating screw A and mounting screws C Remove the gear housing assembly...

Page 22: ...ed DO NOT allow blade to over heat 4 Lubricate blades See Lubrication BLADE ADJUSTMENT Level2 Tools required 2 10mmwrenches Parts required None IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled...

Page 23: ...d g 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...

Page 24: ...blades to prevent excessive flexing which may cause damage to the cutting attachment 2 Place the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris fromexteriorofunit...

Page 25: ...Plug NGKBPMR 8Y Gap0 65mm 0 026in Fuel Mixed GasolineandTwo strokeOil Fuel OilRatio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT use fuel containing methyl alcohol more tha...

Page 26: ...26 NOTES...

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

Page 28: ...merProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer P...

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