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HAFT

EDGE

LIPPER

PERATOR

ANUAL

Shaft Hedge Clipper

Operator's Manual

MODEL:

SHC-261

S/N 002001001 & Up

WARNING

DANGER

X750001200
06/00

X7502094600

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.

Summary of Contents for SHC-261

Page 1: ...anual MODEL SHC 261 S N 002001001 Up WARNING DANGER X750001200 06 00 X7502094600 Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustbereadandunde...

Page 2: ...ment 5 Fuel 6 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 6 Safe Operation 8 Extended Operation Extreme Conditions 9 Description 10 Contents 10 Emission Control 10 Specifications 13 Assembly 14 Gear Housi...

Page 3: ...is prohibited IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit IM PORTANT...

Page 4: ...PPLICATION SYMBOL FORM SHAPE SYMBOL DESCRIPTION APPLICATION SYMBOL FORM SHAPE Hot Surface Carburetor adjustment Idle speed Carburetor adjustment High speed mixture SYMBOL DESCRIPTION APPLICATION SYMBO...

Page 5: ...used Do not use shaft hedge clipper if any part is missing or damaged Have repairs done only by an authorized ECHO Service Dealer Do not use any attachment accessory or replacement part unless it is r...

Page 6: ...rt or operate unit until leakage is repaired IMPORTANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off containers to reduce fuel spi...

Page 7: ...ar no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the unit handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Protection Wear hearing protection ECHO recomm...

Page 8: ...ted areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death UseProperClothing Equipment Before starting the unit equip yourself and any other person working within the...

Page 9: ...Repetitive Stress Injuries 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...

Page 10: ...Y YEHXS 0254RA DISPLACEMENT 25 4 CC THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PH1 AND 2000 AND LATER CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S O R E REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS...

Page 11: ...SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL 11 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 11 13 2 21...

Page 12: ...gine 14 SPARKARRESTOR CATALYTICMUFFLER MUFFLER Themufflerorcatalyticmufflercontrolsexhaustnoise and emission The spark arrestor screen prevents hot glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler...

Page 13: ...ischarge Spark Plug NGK BPM 7Y Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 ECHO High Performance two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline 89 Octane unleaded DO NOT...

Page 14: ...ating screw A with the locating hole B in the Drive Shaft Housing tighten screw A and clamping screws C DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY POWER HEAD Tools Required 4mmHexWrench Parts Required Power Head Drive Shaf...

Page 15: ...d cover PRE OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements Gasoline Use 89 Octane mid grade or higher gasoline or gasohol known to be good quality Gasohol may contain up to 10 Ethyl grain alcoholor15 MTBE methylter...

Page 16: ...f containers to reduce fuel spillage Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering information After refueling Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit Move at least 3 M 10 ft from refueling location before starti...

Page 17: ...d Check that the blade assembly is firmly attached and in safe operating condition Dull loose or damaged blades should not be used DETERMINE OPERATION AREA Review the area to be trimmed Look for hazar...

Page 18: ...ly the power head muffler cover area and gear box may become very hot Avoid contact during and immediately after operation Always keep exhaust area clearofflammabledebris STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING...

Page 19: ...rt except DO NOT close the choke NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure WARNING DANGER When engine starts the cutting attachment may move even with the throttle trigger i...

Page 20: ...oal 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 YOURSELF or hav...

Page 21: ...c e p s n I 2 R I t 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...

Page 22: ...ill fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning or replacement See Carburetor Adjustment Section...

Page 23: ...ark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tightensparkplugto145 155kg cm 125 135in lb COOLING SYSTEMS CLEANING Level2 Tools required Cross Head Screwdriver 4 mm Hex Wrench 25 or 50 mm 1 or 2 in medium...

Page 24: ...se a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 5 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins 6 Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank EXHAUST SYST...

Page 25: ...aust Port Level3 IMPORTANT The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durabi...

Page 26: ...clockwise to increase idle speed counter clockwise to decrease idle speed WARNING DANGER When carburetor adjustment is completed the blades should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury m...

Page 27: ...eTM 14 oz cartridge P N 91015orLithiumGrease Rag Parts required Lithium Based Grease 1 Clean dirt from grease fittings 2 Carefully pump grease in each fitting DO NOT force grease Too much pressure wil...

Page 28: ...o get dirt on the flex shaft 4 Install the gear housing assembly SHARPENING BLADES Level2 Tools required Flatfile SmallScrewdriver Parts required None NOTE Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp Wear glo...

Page 29: ...tch on See your ECHO dealer See your ECHO dealer Spark at plug No spark at plug Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Spark plug defective Adjust 0 65mm 0 026in Clean or replace Cle...

Page 30: ...2 Place the stop switch in the OFF position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all t...

Page 31: ...SHAFT HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL 31 NOTES...

Page 32: ...tSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 00am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Su...

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