Manual Echo HC-185

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  • Echo HC-185 - page 1

    Hedge Clipper Operator's Manual MODEL HC-165 HC-185 W ARNING R ead rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully . ECHO provides this Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and under - stood for proper and safe operation. X7502255304 X750010194 12/09 ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 2

    2 T a b l e o f C o n T e n T s Introduction ..................................................................... 2 - The Operator's Manual ............................................. 2 - The Safety manual ................................................... 2 Safety ........................................................................... ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 3

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 3 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l I n T e r n a T I o n a l s y m b o l s s a f e T y m a n u a l s a f e T y s y m b o l s a n d I m p o r T a n T I n f o r m a T I o n Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will nd safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 4

    4 Physical Condition Y our judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye Protection W ear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE re- quirements whenever you operate the unit. H ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 5

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 5 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l DANGER Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately 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 and Safety Manual for instructions on ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 6

    6 e q u I p m e n T C h e C k W ARNING 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, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 7

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 7 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l P/N X505000270 d e s C r I p T I o n 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 cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer . See P AR TS ORDERING instructions for s ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 8

    8 1. SUPPOR T HANDLE WITH GUARD - Comfortable, textured nish provides anti-slip grip for front hand. Guard protects hand from the blades. W arning decals are located on guard. 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depressed before Throttle T rigger can be activated. 3. THROTTLE HANDLE - 5-position handle can be rotated right or left 4 ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 9

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 9 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l C o n T e n T s After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. 1 - Hedge Clipper Assembly 1 - Operator’ s Manual 1 - Safety Manual 1 - W arranty Registration Car ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 10

    10 b l a d e s T I f f e n e r r e m o v a l 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. W ARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . Use a socket and extension when remov - ing locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 3. Remove blade stiffene ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 11

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 11 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l f u e l NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty . Read and follow instructions in the Storage section of this manual. W ARNING Alternative fuels, ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 12

    12 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container , and remix. IMPOR T ANT Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some s ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 13

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 13 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s T a r T I n g C o l d e n g I n e W ARNING • Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . A void touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. • When engine is started, conrm there is no abnormal vibrati ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 14

    14 s T a r T I n g w a r m e n g I n e The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. W ARNING The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to as- sure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to “Ca ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 15

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 15 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l r o T a T I n g o p e r a T I o n HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper throttle handles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation. W ARNING Stop engine before rotating throttle handle, otherwise serious per - sonal injury may result. DANGER Changing throttle handle angle may c ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 16

    16 h e d g e T r I m m I n g DANGER Engine exhaust IS HOT , and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in - jury , or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. AL W A YS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body . W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 17

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 17 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l m a I n T e n a n C e I n T e r v a l s COMPONENT/SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL REQ'D DAILY OR BEFORE USE EVERY REFUEL 3 MONTHS OR 90 HOURS YEARLY 600 HOURS Air Filter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C * R * Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C Fuel Filter Inspect/Replace 1 I * I / ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 18

    18 a I r f I l T e r Level 1. T ools requir ed: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts r equired: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FIL TER KIT 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air lter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air lter cover . B ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 19

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 19 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s p a r k p l u g Level 2. T ools requir ed: T -wrench, Feeler gauge, Soft metal brush Parts r equired: REPOWER TM T une-Up Kit IMPOR T ANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) other - wise severe engine damage may occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 20

    20 1. Remove mufer cover . 2. Remove starter cover and clean dirt and dust from ns. IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 3. Assemble components in reverse order . e x h a u s T s y s T e m Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. T ools requir ed: 4 mm Hex wrench, Cross Head Screwdriver, Soft metal brush Parts ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 21

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 21 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. T ools requir ed: 4mm Hex W rench, W ood or plastic scraper Parts Requir ed: As needed: Heat Shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove mufer cover (1 screw). 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and heat shield (B ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 22

    22 IMPOR T ANT If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result. Level 2. T ools requir ed: Screwdriver , T achometer (ECHO P/N 99051 130017). Parts r equired: None. NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 23

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 23 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s h a r p e n I n g b l a d e s Level 2. T ools requir ed: 8 mm Socket & Extension, Flat le Parts r equired: None W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . A void touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 24

    24 b l a d e a d j u s T m e n T Level 2. T ools Required: Long 4 mm hex wrench, 8 mm socket wrench with extension. 1. Move stop switch to STOP position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. W ARNING Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injury . Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightening b ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 25

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 25 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l T R A H C G N I T O O H S E L B U O R T M E L B O R P E N I G N E m e l b o r Pk c e h Cs u t a t Se s u a Cy d e m e R e n i g n E - s k n a r c / d r a h s t r a t s t ' n s e o d t r a t s r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u Fr o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o Nd e g g o l c r e n i a ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 26

    26 s T o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Long T erm Storage (over 30 days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or l ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 27

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 27 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l s p e C I f I C a T I o n s MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- HC-165, HC-185 Length (HC-165) ------------------------------------------- 1 158 mm (45.59 in.) Length (HC-185) ------------------------------------------- 1263 mm (49.72 in.) W idth ---------------- ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 28

    28 ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in mater ial and workmanship . Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO agrees to repair ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 29

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 29 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES  ? ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 30

    30 ECHO INCORPORA TED EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIW A BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small of f-road engine (SORE). New equ ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 31

    H e d g e C l i p p e r 31 O p e r a t O r ' s M a n u a l n o T e s ...

  • Echo HC-185 - page 32

    DEALER? Call 1-800-432-ECHO 1-800-432-3246 or www .echo-usa.com ECHO, INCORPORA TED 400 O a k w O O d R O a d Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www .echo-usa.com s e r v I C I n g I n f o r m a T I o n p a r T s / s e r I a l n u m b e r Genuine ECHO Parts and ECHO REPOWER™ Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are available only from an Authorized ECH ...

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