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Echo SHC-266 Operator's Manual

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Manual is about: Echo HCA-266 Shaft Hedge Trimmer

Summary of SHC-266

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    Warning shaft hedge clipper operator's manual model shc-266 x750018811 01/12 x7502026701 users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used im- properly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Echo provides an operator’s manual and a safety manual. Both must be read...

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    2 copyright© 2012 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 will find both easy to use and full of...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 3 o perator ' s m anual international symbols symbol description/application symbol form/ shape symbol description/application symbol form/ shape hot surface carburetor adjust- ment - idle speed carburetor adjust- ment - high speed mixture symbol description/application symbol...

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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 requiremen...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 5 o perator ' s m anual 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...

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    6 equipment 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 and comp...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 7 o perator ' s m anual 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 3 d escription locate these 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 or...

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    8 1. Power head - includes the engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition system and recoil starter. 2. Throttle handle - for right hand - 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 t...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 9 o perator ' s m anual c ontents the echo product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restric- tions, some assembly is required. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of...

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    10 c d f g h e a b b note gear housing must be aligned properly with engine. Aligning cen- ter locating hole in driveshaft housing with center drive shaft bolt (a) provides correct alignment. 5. Tighten two (2) drive shaft clamp bolts (b) securely. 6. Route throttle linkage and ignition lead assembl...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 11 o perator ' s m anual 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. Fu...

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    12 warning 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 prob- lems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended m...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 13 o perator ' s m anual 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 cont...

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    14 starting cold engine warning the attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control. Note the blade cov...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 15 o perator ' s m anual 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 blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Peri...

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    16 hedge trimming warning 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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    S haft h edge c lipper 17 o perator ' s m anual maintenance intervals skill levels level 1 = easy to do. Common tools may be required. Level 2 = moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Echo offers repower tm maintenance kits and parts to make your maintenance job easier. Compone...

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    18 air filter level 1. 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 accumu - lated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover and air filter retainer fr...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 19 o perator ' s m anual spark plug level 2. 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 fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean ...

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    20 important 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 grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. 7. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust system spark arrestor screen level 2....

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    S haft h edge c lipper 21 o perator ' s m anual exhaust port cleaning level 2. Parts required: as needed: heat shield 1. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler - cover. 2. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (a) and heat shield (b). 3. Use a wood or plastic scraping t...

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    22 carburetor adjustment 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, readjust carburetor according to these instructions, or see your echo dealer. Engin...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 23 o perator ' s m anual a lubrication blades level 1 parts required: 20w engine oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20w oil (cleaning). Warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever p...

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    24 drive shaft assembly level 1. Note hedge clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. Parts required: power blendx tm 14 oz. Cartridge or lithium based grease. Warning hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blade...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 25 o perator ' s m anual sharpening blades level 2. 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 to protect hands. 1. Disconnect spark plug w...

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    26 t roubleshooting 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...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 27 o perator ' s m anual 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 stora...

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    28 model ---------------------------------------------------- shc-266 length ------------------------------------------------------- 2170 mm (85.4 in.) width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.85 in.) height ------------------------------------------------------- 254 ...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 29 o perator ' s m anual 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 he original purchaser that this echo product is free from defects in material and workmanshi...

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    30 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 product owners this echo two-stroke engine p...

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    S haft h edge c lipper 31 o perator ' s m anual 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 contro...

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    Dealer? Call 1-800-432-echo 1-800-432-3246 or www.Echo-usa.Com consumer product support 1-800-673-1558 8:30 - 4:30 mon - fri c.S.T. Echo, incorporated 400 oakwood road l ake z urich , il 60047 www.Echo-usa.Com t43911001001/t43911999999 t44012001001/t44012999999 s ervicing i nformation parts / serial...