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Echo HC-165 Operator's Manual

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    Hedge clipper operator's manual model hc-165 hc-185 warning 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.

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    2 t able of c ontents introduction ..................................................................... 2 - the operator's manual ............................................. 2 - the safety manual ................................................... 2 safety ...........................................

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    H edge c lipper 3 o perator ' s m anual international symbols s afety manual safety symbols and important information throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages pre - ceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation...

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    4 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 physically and mentally well. Eye protection wear eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce re- q...

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    H edge c lipper 5 o perator ' s m anual 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 manu...

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    6 equipment check warning 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 an...

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    H edge c lipper 7 o perator ' s m anual p/n x505000270 d escription 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 parts ordering ins...

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    8 1. Support handle with guard - comfortable, textured finish provides anti-slip grip for front hand. Guard protects hand from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard. 2. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be depressed before throttle trigger can be activated. 3. Throttle handle - 5-...

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    H edge c lipper 9 o perator ' s m anual c ontents 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 - warranty...

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    10 blade stiffener removal 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. Warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching 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 bla...

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    H edge c lipper 11 o perator ' s m anual fuel 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. Warn...

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    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. Important spilled fuel is a...

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    H edge c lipper 13 o perator ' s m anual starting cold engine warning • hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. • when engine is started, confirm there is no abnormal vibr...

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    14 starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. Warning 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, read...

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    H edge c lipper 15 o perator ' s m anual rotating operation hc-165/185 hedge clipper throttle handles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation. Warning stop engine before rotating throttle handle, otherwise serious per - sonal injury may result. Danger changing throttle handle ...

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    16 hedge trimming 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. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. Warning hedge clipper ...

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    H edge c lipper 17 o perator ' s m anual maintenance intervals 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 * ...

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    18 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush parts required: repower tm air & fuel filter kit 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner are...

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    H edge c lipper 19 o perator ' s m anual spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush parts required: repower tm tune-up kit important 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 fo...

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    20 1. Remove muffler cover. 2. Remove starter cover and clean dirt and dust from fins. Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 3. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. Tools required: 4 mm hex wrench, cross head screwd...

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    H edge c lipper 21 o perator ' s m anual exhaust port cleaning level 2. Tools required: 4mm hex wrench, wood or plastic scraper parts required: as needed: heat shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover (1 screw). 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a)...

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    22 important 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. Tools required: screwdriver, tachometer (echo p/n 99051130017). Parts required: none. Note...

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    H edge c lipper 23 o perator ' s m anual sharpening blades level 2. Tools required: 8 mm socket & extension, flat file parts required: none warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves t...

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    24 blade adjustment level 2. Tools required: long 4 mm hex wrench, 8 mm socket wrench with extension. 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. Warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets ...

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    H edge c lipper 25 o perator ' s m anual 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 tr a t s t' n s e o d tr 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 ...

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    26 s torage warning during operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Long term storage (over 30 days) do not store your unit for ...

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    H edge c lipper 27 o perator ' s m anual s pecifications model ---------------------------------------------------- hc-165, hc-185 length (hc-165) ------------------------------------------- 1158 mm (45.59 in.) length (hc-185) ------------------------------------------- 1263 mm (49.72 in.) width ---...

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    28 echo limited warranty statement 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 material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from dat...

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    H edge c lipper 29 o perator ' s m anual purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories • 90-day residential, or non-income producing warranty • 30-day commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, income producing, or rental application warranty attention two-stroke engine power produc...

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    30 echo incorporated emission control warranty statement for echo and shindaiwa brands the environmental protection agency (epa) 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 equi...

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    H edge c lipper 31 o perator ' s m anual notes.

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246 or www.Echo-usa.Com echo, incorporated 400 o akwood r oad lake zurich, il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com s ervicing i nformation parts / serial number genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an author...