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Echo SHC-265 - page 1
S h a f t h e d g e C l i p p e r 1 O p e r a t O r ' S M a n u a l W ARNING Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully . ECHO provides an Opera- tor'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&apos ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 2
2 Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated All Rights Reserved. I n t r o d u c t I o n W elcome to the ECHO family . This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability . Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. Y ou will nd both easy to use and full of help ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 3
S h a f t 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 SYMBOL DESCRIPTION/APPLICA TION SYMBOL FORM/ SHAPE SYMBOL DESCRIPTION/APPLICA TION SYMBOL FORM/ SHAPE Hot Surface Carburetor adjust- ment - Idle speed Carburetor adjust- ment - High speed mixture SYMBOL DESCRIPTION/APPLICA TION SYMBOL FO ...
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Echo SHC-265 - 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 Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the un ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 5
S h a f t 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 Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the ngers, 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 dev ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 6
6 e q u I p m e n t 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 listed in ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 7
S h a f t 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 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 d e s c r I p t I o n Locate these 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 ins ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 8
8 1. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter . 2. THROTTLE HANDLE - FOR RIGHT HAND - Cushioned grip for right hand. 3. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged. 4. "STOP SW ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 9
S h a f t 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 The ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restric- tions, some assembly of the SHC-260 is required. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of da ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 10
10 C D F G H E A B B NOTE Gear Housing must be aligned properly with engine. Aligning cen- ter locating hole in driveshaft housing with center drive shaft bolt (A) provides correct alignment. 5. T ighten two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (B) securely . 6. Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembly along shaft and clip as shown. H t h r o t t l ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 11
S h a f t 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 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. f u e l g e a r h o u s I ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 12
12 W ARNING Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance prob- lems, loss of power , overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 13
S h a f t 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 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 ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 14
14 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. NOTE The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit. W ARNING The attachment wil ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 15
S h a f t 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 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, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. W ARNING The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic car ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 16
16 h e d g e t r I m m I n g W ARNING 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 ouchin ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 17
S h a f t 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 s k I l l l e v e l s Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = Moderate difculty . Some specialized tools may be required. ECHO offers REPOWER TM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier . C ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 18
18 a I r f I l t e r Level 1. T ools r equir ed: 25 - 50 mm (1 - 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 . ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 19
S h a f t 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 Requir ed: 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 foul ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 20
20 IMPOR T ANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder ns. 6. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. 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: Cross Head Scre ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 21
S h a f t 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 r equir ed: 4 mm 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 mufer - cover . 2. Place piston at top dead center . Remove mufer (A) and heat shie ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 22
22 c a r b u r e t o r a d j u s t m e n t Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments 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 Operation Th ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 23
S h a f t 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 A l u b r I c a t I o n Blades Level 1 T ools Requir ed: Clean rag, brush , oil can. Parts Requir ed: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning). W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injur ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 24
24 Drive Shaft Assembly Level 1. NOTE Hedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. T ools r equir ed: 4 mm hex wrench, clean rag, small brush. Parts r equired: POWER BLENDX TM 14 oz. cartridge P/N 91015 or Lithium Based Grease. W ARNING Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. T ouching them may lead to severe personal injur ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 25
S h a f t 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 s h a r p e n I n g b l a d e s Level 3. T ools r equir ed: Flat le, screwdriver . 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 p ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 26
26 t r o u b l e s h o o t I n g 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 P k c e h C s u t a t S e s u a C y 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 F r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o N d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u F d e g g o ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 27
S h a f t 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 t o r a g e W ARNING During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer 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 da ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 28
28 MODEL ---------------------------------------------------- SHC-265 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 2170 mm (85.4 in.) W idth -------------------------------------------------------- 248 mm (9.76 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 254 mm (10.0 in.) W eight (dry) --------------------- ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 29
S h a f t 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 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 mate rial and workmanshi p . Under ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 30
30 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 31
S h a f t 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 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 ...
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Echo SHC-265 - page 32
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