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Echo SHC-210 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Shaft Hedge Clipper

Summary of SHC-210

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 1 warning read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides an operator's manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serous injury. Shaft hedge clipper operat...

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    2 copyright© 2008 by echo, incorporated all rights reserved. I ntroduction 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 found in the same package. You will find...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 3 international symbols symbol description/application symbol form/shape symbol description/application symbol form/shape hot surface carburetor adjustment - idle speed carburetor adjustment - high speed mixture symbol description/application symbol form/shape s...

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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 eye protection that meets ansi z87.1 or ce require- m...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 5 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 you at a h...

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    6 emission control label (located on engine) (example only, information on label varies by family). Product emission durability the 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulatio...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 7 1 3 7 8 9 4 6 2 5 16 19 18 17 15 11 13 12 d escription locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your echo dea...

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    8 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Grip, right hand rear - cushioned grip for right hand. 3. Throttle trigger lockout - this lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lock...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 9 c ontents the echo product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. 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 missi...

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    10 fuel warning alternative fuels, such as e-20 (20% 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, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintende...

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

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    12 a d c b starting cold engine note the blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit. Warning the attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the att...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 13 starting warm engine the starting procedure is the same as cold start except do not close the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Warning the attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Note ...

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    14 hedge trimming 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. Warning never remove hands from unit when blades are moving. Warning the engine continues running even when t...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 15 maintenance intervals / t n e n o p m o c m e t s y s e c n a n e t n i a m e r u d e c o r p d ' q e r l l i k s l e v e l r o y l i a d e r o f e b e s u y r e v e l e u f e r 3 s h t n o m 0 9 r o s r u o h 6 s h t n o m 0 7 2 r o s r u o h y l r a e y 0 0...

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    16 air filter level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush parts required: 90008 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 clea...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 17 spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush parts required: repower tm tune-up kit p/n 90074 important use only ngk bpm-8y spark plug (bpmr-8y in canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 1. Remove spark plug and check...

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    18 1. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug. 2. Remove (1) screw from top guard, and remove guard. 3. Remove (4) screws from engine/muffler cover, and remove cover. 4. Use the brush to remove dirt form cylinder fins. 5. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel t...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 19 5. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged or has holes burned through. 6. Assemble components in reverse order. Note when installing the engine/muffler cover, be certain the tabs of the metal deflector shield are in the slots of the cover. Cylinder exhaust ...

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    20 lubrication blades level 1. Tools required: clean rag, cleaning brush, oil can parts required: 20w engine oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20w oil (cleaning) warning blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands, otherwise serious personal injury may result. 1. Brush loose d...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 21 gear case level 2. Tools required: grease gun with lithium grease, clean rag parts required: echo ® lube tm 14 oz. Cartridge p/n 91015 or lithium based grease 1. Clean dirt from grease fitting. 2. Carefully pump grease in fitting (a). Do not force grease. Too...

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    22 sharpening blades level 3. Tools required: flat file, screwdriver parts required: none warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (a) on bottom of blades. Do not pry ...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 23 blade adjustment level 2. Tools required: (2) 10 mm sockets and extensions parts required: none warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when adjust- ing blade bolts or blade loc...

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    24 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 t r a t s t ' n s e o d t r 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 n d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 25 important always store and transport hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. Always install blade cover when trans- porting or storing unit...

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    26 s pecifications model ----------------------------------------------------- shc-210, shc-212 length (shc-210) ----------------------------------------- 1790 mm (70.5 in.) length (shc-212) ----------------------------------------- 1530 mm (60.25 in.) width -----------------------------------------...

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    H edge c lipper o perator ' s m anual 27 notes.

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