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Echo HC-245 Operator's Manual

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Summary of HC-245

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    Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Operator’s manual x750225...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Table of contents hc-245 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction .................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Hc-245 introduction x7502256105 3 © 05/2013 echo inc. 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 will find both easy to use and full of helpful ...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Safety hc-245 additional or replacement manuals replacement operator, safety manuals, and parts catalogs are available from your echo dealer or at www.Echo-usa.Com or by contacting echo inc., 400 oakwood road, lake zurich, il 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the e...

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    Hc-245 safety x7502256105 5 © 05/2013 echo inc. International symbols personal condition and safety equipment users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operat...

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    6 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Safety hc-245 proper clothing wear snug fitting, durable clothing; • pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves. • do not wear shorts, • do not wear ties, scarves, jewelry, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving part...

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    Hc-245 safety x7502256105 7 © 05/2013 echo inc. Repetitive stress injuries it is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put yo...

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    8 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Safety hc-245 avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Never perform blade maintenance procedures while engine is running. Equipment use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may...

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    Hc-245 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) x7502256105 9 © 05/2013 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later and/or c.A.R.B. Tier iii the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on t...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Description hc-245 description locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dealer. See parts ordering instru...

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    Hc-245 description x7502256105 11 © 05/2013 echo inc. 1. Blades - double reciprocating single side blades mounted to a blade support bar. 2. Support handle with guard - for right hand - rubber non-slip grip, guard protects hand from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard. 3. Spark plug - pr...

  • Page 12: Contents

    12 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Contents hc-245 contents 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 - e...

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    Hc-245 operation x7502256105 13 © 05/2013 echo inc. Fuel 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 problems, loss of power, ov...

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    14 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Operation hc-245 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 ...

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    Hc-245 operation x7502256105 15 © 05/2013 echo inc. Starting cold engine 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. Note: the blade cover is used for transportation and stora...

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    16 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Operation hc-245 starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke. The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do...

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    Hc-245 operation x7502256105 17 © 05/2013 echo inc. Hedge trimming engine exhaust is hot, and contains carbon monoxide (co), a poison gas. Breathing co can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. Always position unit so that exhaust is directed away from you...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    18 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 maintenance moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before r...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256105 19 © 05/2013 echo inc. Air filter level 1. 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 area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside ...

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    20 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 spark plug level 2. Use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. Do not sa...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256105 21 © 05/2013 echo inc. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2. 1. Disconnect spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover. 3. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 4. Remove exhaust guide (a), gasket (b & c), and screen ...

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    22 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 carburetor adjustment the blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to these ins...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256105 23 © 05/2013 echo inc. Lubrication blades level 1. 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. 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconne...

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    24 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting. 2. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease into fitting, do not over fill. Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. Blades blades should only be removed and re...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256105 25 © 05/2013 echo inc. Adjustment level 2. Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when adjusting blade bolts or blade locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 1. Tig...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    26 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Troubleshooting hc-245 troubleshooting fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine problem troubleshooti...

  • Page 27: Storage

    Hc-245 storage x7502256105 27 © 05/2013 echo inc. Storage the muffler and surrounding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long term storage (over ...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    28 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Specifications hc-245 specifications model hc-245 length 1342 mm (52.8 in.) width 251 mm (9.88 in.) height 212 mm (8.35 in.) weight (dry) 6.3 kg (13.89 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) stroke 26.0 mm (...

  • Page 29: Warranty Statements

    Hc-245 warranty statements x7502256105 29 © 05/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements 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...

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    30 x7502256105 © 05/2013 echo inc. Warranty statements hc-245 purchased repair parts, short blocks and accessories &gj** &^j* attention two-stroke engine power product owners this echo two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to pro...

  • Page 31: Notes

    Hc-245 notes x7502256105 31 © 05/2013 echo inc. Notes.

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