Achtung gefahr lesen sie die bedienungsanleitung sorgfÄltig durch und befolgen sie die sicherheitsbestimmungen, weil sonst das risiko schwerer verletzungen besteht. Warning danger read instructions carefully and follow rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Attenz...
2 warning danger improper use or care of this unit, or failure to wear proper protection can result in serious injury. Read and understand the rules for safe operation and all instructions in this manual. Introduction echo hedge trimmers, models hc-1500 and hc- 1600 are lightweight, high performance...
3 • read and understand the entire operator’s manual before using this machine. • follow all danger warnings in this manual. • locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the “description” section will help you locate them. Make sure the decal is legible and that y...
4 operator safety • read this trimmer operator’s manual carefully. Be sure you understand how to operate this unit properly before you use it. • if you have any questions or problems, please contact your echo dealer. • be familiar with all the controls and the proper use of the machine. • wear prope...
5 painful or numb fingers? See your doctor • dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear, and safety glasses is recommended. • while operating the machine be always sure of a secure position. • wear non-slip, he...
6 • before trimming, check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown. • do not force the blades and only move as quickly as the blades will allow. • stop the engine and disconnect from ignition cable before: - cleaning or when clearing a blockage; checking, maintenance or wo...
7 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 10 15 14 12 13 16 17 13 14 8 9 1. Operator’s manual - included with unit. Read before operation and keep for future reference to learn proper, safe operating techniques. 2. Cutting device - that part of the assembly of cutter blade and shear plate together with any supporting part, ...
8 operation 3 m warning danger ••••• handle fuel carefully. It is extremely flammable. Follow all rules listed below to help prevent fire or explosion which may result in severe injury or death. ••••• after refuelling, tighten fuel cap firmly and check for leakage. In case of fuel leakage, repair be...
9 note • use short pulls, 1/2 to 2/3 rope length, when pulling starting rope. • do not allow the starter handle to snap back against the housing. • always hold the unit firmly and make sure the cutting blades are free of obstructions before starting. Ignition switch start throttle trigger safe start...
10 starting warm engine 1. Turn ignition switch to start position. 2. Move choke control lever down to open position. 3. Push purge bulb 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in clear fuel return line. 4. Pull starter handle. Stopping engine 1. Release throttle trigger and allow engine to idle. 2. T...
11 1. Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate engine. 2. Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the hedge or shrub and proceed to cut. • keep both hands on handles while engine is running. • if blades jammed, stop engine, disconnect ignition cable and clean b...
12 trouble shooting warning danger • all trimmer service operations, other than items listed in the operator’s manual, should be performed by competent service personnel. • fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug ...
13 filter fuel filter in tank cleaning air filter (before each use) cleaning fuel filter (check periodically) 1. Pick up fuel filter through fuel tank opening with a piece of steel wire or the like. 2. Clean filter in a suitable cleaner or replace it if necessary. 3. Reinstall the filter. Servicing ...
14 cleaning blades (after each use) remove gummy residue from blades with a 50 - 50 mixture of kerosene (paraffin) and machine oil. Caution if you experience any problems with sharpening the blade, we recommend that you take it to you echo dealer. Note use a disk grinder, endless abrasive belt, or s...
15 adjusting carburettor (as required) warning danger when carburettor adjustment is completed, blades should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Every unit is test run at the factory and the carburettor is fine tuned for maximum performance. Before adjusting carburettor,...
16 do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 2. Place the ignition switch in the stop ...
17 mass : unit with specified cutting blade, empty tank kg 4.7 5.7 unit with specified cutting blade, full tank kg 4.9 6.1 volume : fuel tank l 0.30 0.50 cutting device : type dual action, double sided length mm 580 725 pitch mm 35 height mm 21 gear ratio and lubrication : 5.9 reduction and good qua...
18 declaration “ce” of conformity the undersigned manufacturer: kioritz corporation 7-2 suehirocho 1-chome ohme ; tokyo 198-8711 japan declares that the hereunder specified new unit: portable hedge trimmer brand : echo type : hc-1500 hc-1600 complies with: *the requirements of directive 98/37/ec (19...
19 memorandum.
X753-001 77 4 x753 224-460 4 gb 7-2 suehirocho 1-chome, ohme, tokyo 198-8711, japan phone: 81-428-32-6118. Fax: 81-428-32-6145. © 2004.
