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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 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Table of contents hc-245 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ..................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Hc-245 introduction x7502256206 3 © 2/2015 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 o...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4 x7502256206 © 2/2015 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 ec...

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    Hc-245 safety x7502256206 5 © 2/2015 echo inc. International symbols symbol description symbol description symbol description symbol description read and understand owners manual. Fuel and oil mixture carburetor adjustment - low speed mixture carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture wear eye, ear ...

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    6 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Safety hc-245 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 operating unit. Physical cond...

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    Hc-245 safety x7502256206 7 © 2/2015 echo inc. • do not operate unit barefooted. Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net. Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoo...

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    8 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Safety hc-245 repetitive stress injuries (rsi) 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 p...

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    Hc-245 safety x7502256206 9 © 2/2015 echo inc. Keep a solid stance • maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach. Avoid hot surfaces • keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoi...

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    10 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Emission control (exhaust & evaporative) hc-245 emission control (exhaust & evaporative) epa 2010 and later the emission control system for the engine is em (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the engine family on the emission control infor...

  • Page 11: Description

    Hc-245 description x7502256206 11 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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 instruc...

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    12 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Description hc-245 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 - pro...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Hc-245 contents x7502256206 13 © 2/2015 echo inc. Contents the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    14 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Assembly hc-245 assembly this model is factory assembled. Operation 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 h...

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    Hc-245 operation x7502256206 15 © 2/2015 echo inc. • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • never refuel a unit when the engine is ho...

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    16 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Operation hc-245 starting cold engine hedge trimmer 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 storag...

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    Hc-245 operation x7502256206 17 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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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    18 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Operation hc-245 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 your...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256206 19 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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 re...

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    20 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 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 c...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256206 21 © 2/2015 echo inc. Spark plug level 2. Use only ngk bpm8y spark plug (bpmr8y 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 sand ...

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    22 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 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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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256206 23 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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 inst...

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    24 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 lubrication blades level 1. Hedge trimmer 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. Disconnec...

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    Hc-245 maintenance x7502256206 25 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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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    26 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Maintenance hc-245 adjustment level 2. Hedge trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when adjusting blade bolts or blade lock nuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 1. Tig...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Hc-245 troubleshooting x7502256206 27 © 2/2015 echo inc. 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 troubleshootin...

  • Page 28: Storage

    28 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Storage hc-245 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 3...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Hc-245 specifications x7502256206 29 © 2/2015 echo inc. Specifications this spark ignition system complies with the canadian standard ices-002. 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, ...

  • Page 30: Warranty Statements

    30 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Warranty statements hc-245 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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    Hc-245 warranty statements x7502256206 31 © 2/2015 echo inc. Echo does not offer an over the counter exchange program. Any echo product re-built other than by echo or sold through an unauthorized dealer, or an unauthorized outlet store, is sold without echo’s limited warranty coverage. The echo limi...

  • Page 32: Notes

    32 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Notes hc-245 notes.

  • Page 33: Product Registration

    Hc-245 product registration x7502256206 33 © 2/2015 echo inc. Product registration thank you for choosing echo power equipment please go to http://www.Echo-usa.Com/warranty/register-your-echo to register your new product on-line. It's fast and easy ! Note: your information will never be sold or misu...

  • Page 34: Notes

    34 x7502256206 © 2/2015 echo inc. Notes hc-245 notes.

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    Hc-245 notes x7502256206 35 © 2/2015 echo inc..

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