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HEDGE CLIPPER
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Shaft Hedge Clipper
Operator's Manual
MODELS:
SHC-1700 - Type 1 - S/N 001001 & Up
SHC-1700 - Type 1E - S/N 501001 - 504767
SHC-2100 - Type 1 - S/N 001001 & Up
SHC-2100 - Type 1E - S/N 501001 - 506455
SHC-2400 - Type 1 - S/N 001001 & Up
SHC-2400 - Type 1E - S/N 00501001 &Up
HCA-2400 - Type 1E - S/N 00501001 &Up
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm
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2 INTRODUCTION Welcome 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. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. 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 prope
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HEDGE CLIPPER 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. IMPORTANT The e
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4 DECALS, WARNING/INFORMATIONAL Locate these safety decals on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible 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 ORDERING instructions for specific information. HCA/SHC-2400 DRIVE SHAFT HCA-2400 DRIVESHAFT SHC-2400 DRIVESHAFT SHC-1700, 2100 HAND GUARD WARNING
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HEDGE CLIPPER 5 OPERATOR'S MANUAL EQUIPMENT Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; - Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. - Inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. DO NOT operate unit if leaks are found. - Inspect hand guard for damage. Replace if damaged or missing. - Check that the blade assembly is firmly attached and in safe operating condition. Dull, loose or damaged blades should not be
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6 PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper users risk injury to themselves and others if the shaft hedge clipper is used improperly and or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a shaft hedge clipper. Physical Condition Your 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 phy
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HEDGE CLIPPER 7 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Hot Humid Weather Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler. SAFE OPERATION Determine Operation Area - Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. DO NOT operate unit if any wires (power, telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) to any part of the operator or u
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8 Operation (HCA) - Never adjust blade angle of HCA while standing. - Only adjust cutting angle with HCA resting flat on the ground, with the engine stop switch in the "STOP" position. - Adjust cutting angle by moving locking lever (A) up. Depress blade indexing lever (B) and change blade angle with rear cutter assembly handle. Release indexing lever (B) into notch. Move locking lever (A) down to completely engage internal gears. IMPORTANT A Lever (A) does not secure gearbox angle setting. Movin
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HEDGE CLIPPER 9 OPERATOR'S MANUAL To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following: • Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted position. Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand, not just the thumb and index finger. • Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands. • Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement. • Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles. • See a doctor if you feel
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10 12 SHC-1700 4 3 6 9 20 19 8 SHC-2100 4 3 6 9 20 19 8 SHC-2400 3 6 9 19 14 5 20 4 HCA-2400 22 21 20 3 7 9 6 5 8 18 23 SHC-2400, HCA-2400 SHC-1700, 2100 POWERHEAD POWERHEAD 16 16 12 12 10 17 10 17 11 11 14 14 24 15 15 13 13
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HEDGE CLIPPER 11 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 1. SAFETY MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location as a reference for safe operating techniques. 2. OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location for future reference, i.e., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications. 3. POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Starter. 4. FRONT HAND FRONT HAND
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12 SPECIFICATIONS M1 ODEL SHC-1700TYPE SHC-2100TYPE 1 SHC-2400TYPE 1 HCA-2400TYPE1E SHC-1700TYPE 1E SHC-2100TYPE 1E SHC-2400TYPE 1E Lm ength 1335 m 1816 mm 2190 mm 2034 mm (52.5 in.) (71.5 in.) (86.3 in.) (80.1 in.) Wm idth 216 m 216 mm 216 mm 225 mm (8.5 in.) (8.5 in.) (8.5 in.) (8.9 in.) Hm eight 235 m 235 mm 229 mm 223 mm (9.3 in.) (9.3 in.) (9.0 in.) (8.8 in.) Wg eight(dry) 5.5 k 5.6 kg 5.7 kg 6.2 kg (12.1 lb.) (12.3 lb.) (12.6 lb.) (13.7 lb.) Type ofEngine Air cooled,two-stroke,single cylin
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HEDGE CLIPPER 13 OPERATOR'S MANUAL ASSEMBLY (HCA-2400, SHC-2100, 2400) SHC-1700 is Factory Assembled in the box. Gear Box/Drive Shaft SHC-1700, (SHC-2100, 2400, HCA-2400) 2100, 2400 Tools Required: 8MM Open End Wrench, Screwdriver Parts Required: Power Head/Drive Shaft Assembly and Gear Box/Blade Assembly. NOTE Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Slide the Gear Housing Assembly on the Drive Shaft. Be certain the Flex Drive Shaft engages the hole in Driver G
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14 PRE-OPERATION FUEL Fuel Requirements R + M Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid-grade or higher) gasoline or 2 gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10% Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol containing methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved. Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO/CD 13738), must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets this standard. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication
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HEDGE CLIPPER 15 OPERATOR'S MANUAL IMPORTANT SM T W TF S Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 12 34 5 6 7 thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 IMPORTANT 22 23 24 2526 27 28 Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel con- tainer thoroughly before each use. 29 30 31 EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; - Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts a
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16 OPERATION (SHC Models) 50 FT. - Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working (15 M) within the 50 ft. (15 M) Safety Zone with the required Protective Equipment and clothing. - During operation, the complete unit, especially the gear box, drive shaft housing and power head muffler area may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. OPERATION (HCA Models) - Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person worki
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HEDGE CLIPPER 17 OPERATOR'S MANUAL STARTING COLD ENGINE WARNING DANGER Blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carbure- tor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in the HCA-2400 manual or see your ECHO dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Ignition Switch - Start/Run. (All Models) Move Ignition Switch lever/ button away from the STOP position. SHC-1700, 2. Close Choke - Cold Start. 2100, 2400 - SHC-1700, 2100 -Push choke lever forward to Col
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18 STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. NOTE If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. HCA-2400 WARNING DANGER Blades should not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in the manual or see your ECHO dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result. SHC-1700, 2100, 2400 1. Ignition Switch - Start/Run. (All Models) Move Ignition Switch leve
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HEDGE CLIPPER 19 OPERATOR'S MANUAL STOPPING ENGINE (SHC UNITS) 1. Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute 2. Ignition Switch - STOP. Move ignition switch toggle/slide switch to STOP position. NOTE SHC-1700, 2100 with front handle interlock will automatically shut unit off when released. WARNING DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before us
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20 MAINTENANCE Your ECHO product is designed to provide many hours of trouble free 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 maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs. SKILL LEVEL Level 1 = Eas
