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Echo HCA-266 Operator's Manual

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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 x750202...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Table of contents hca-266 table of contents table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2 introduction ................................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Hca-266 introduction x7502026404 3 © 08/2013 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 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety hca-266 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 ...

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    Hca-266 safety x7502026404 5 © 08/2013 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 opera...

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    6 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety hca-266 hearing protection echo recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. 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, jewel...

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    Hca-266 safety x7502026404 7 © 08/2013 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 y...

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    8 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Safety hca-266 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. Cutting angle adjustments • only adjust cutting blade angle with uni...

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    Hca-266 emission control (exhaust / evaporative) x7502026404 9 © 08/2013 echo inc. Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have unit repaired...

  • Page 10: Description

    10 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Description hca-266 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 instr...

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    Hca-266 description x7502026404 11 © 08/2013 echo inc. 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle handle - for right hand - contains stop switch, throttle lockout, and throttle trigger. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be he...

  • Page 12: Contents

    12 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Contents hca-266 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 - power head ____ 1 - drive shaft / gear case assembly ____ 1...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    Hca-266 assembly x7502026404 13 © 08/2013 echo inc. Assembly drive shaft/power head 1. Stand power head upright on a level surface. 2. Loosen the two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (b) at engine drive shaft clamp, and remove center drive shaft location bolt (a). 3. Remove dust cap and carefully fit dri...

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    14 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Assembly hca-266 3. Connect 2 ignition stop leads (f, g) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (f, g) on engine. 4. Secure ignition leads behind air filter case with clip (h). 5. Install air filter and cover. Balance and adjust unit 1. Loosen harness clamp...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Hca-266 operation x7502026404 15 © 08/2013 echo inc. 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 have come to a complete stop before remo...

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    16 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation hca-266 • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • never refuel a unit when the engine is hot or running! • do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • d...

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    Hca-266 operation x7502026404 17 © 08/2013 echo inc. Do not stand hedge clipper on end when adjusting cutting angle, otherwise serious injury may result. 1. Place unit on a flat clear area. Assure stop switch is in the “stop” position. 2. Pull out indexing ring (a), and turn ¼ turn to lockout positi...

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    18 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation hca-266 hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands when rotating cutter assembly or serious personal injury may result. During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft housing and gearcase may become too hot to touch...

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    Hca-266 operation x7502026404 19 © 08/2013 echo inc. 4. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull...

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    20 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Operation hca-266 3. Recoil starter lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (d) until engine fires. Note: ...

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    Hca-266 operation x7502026404 21 © 08/2013 echo inc. Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving. The engine continues running even when the blades have stopped due to an obstruction. If this occurs, stop the engine, disconnect ignition cable and remove the obstruction..

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    22 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hca-266 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 ...

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    Hca-266 maintenance x7502026404 23 © 08/2013 echo inc. 3. Low evaporative fuel tanks do not require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. Air filter level 1. 1. Close choke (cold start position [ ])....

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    24 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hca-266 note: federal epa regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the united states to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servicin...

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    Hca-266 maintenance x7502026404 25 © 08/2013 echo inc. 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove air cleaner cover. 3. Remove muffler cover (a). 4. Remove engine cover (b). Do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 6. Remove gras...

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    26 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hca-266 exhaust port cleaning level 2. 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder...

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    Hca-266 maintenance x7502026404 27 © 08/2013 echo inc. Note: every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized echo dealer. 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. ...

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    28 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hca-266 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (a). 2. Carefully pump grease into fitting (a). Do not force grease. Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease every 15-25 hours of operation. 3. Wipe excess ...

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    Hca-266 maintenance x7502026404 29 © 08/2013 echo inc. 4. Install the gear housing assembly. Flat edge of washers (d) must be against drive shaft. Blades blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an authorized echo servicing dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Sharp...

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    30 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Maintenance hca-266 adjustment level 2. Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightening blade screws and blade locknuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sh...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Hca-266 troubleshooting x7502026404 31 © 08/2013 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 troubleshoot...

  • Page 32: Storage

    32 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Storage hca-266 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 33: Specifications

    Hca-266 specifications x7502026404 33 © 08/2013 echo inc. Specifications model hca-266 length 2365 mm (93.1 in.) width 250 mm (9.85 in.) height 250 mm (9.85 in.) weight (dry) 7.12 kg (15.7 lb.) engine type air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine bore 34.0 mm (1.34 in.) stroke 28.0 mm...

  • Page 34: Warranty

    34 x7502026404 © 08/2013 echo inc. Warranty hca-266 warranty 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 ...

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    Hca-266 warranty x7502026404 35 © 08/2013 echo inc. 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 provide super...

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