Echo HC-1800 Type 1E, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...C 1800 Type 1E Serial Number 001001 Up WARNING DANGER X7532241700 X753000330 10 01 Readrulesforsafeoperationandallinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesthis Operator sManualandaSafetyManual Bothmustberead...

Page 2: ...dOperation ExtremeConditions 5 Equipment 5 Safe Operation 6 EmissionsControl 6 Description 7 Package Contents 7 HC 1800Parts 7 HC 1800PartsDescription 8 Specifications 9 Pre Operation 10 Fuel 10 Opera...

Page 3: ...shown within the circle is prohibited IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protec tion of the unit NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenan...

Page 4: ...anders at least 4 5 meters 15 feet away Primer bulb INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND PROPER CLOTHING Eye Protection Eye protection that meet ANSI Z87 1 or CE requirements...

Page 5: ...to vibration may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RSI CTS do the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent ex tended or twisted position Inst...

Page 6: ...nd on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not over reach KeepaFirmGrip Hold the front and rear handles with both hands with thumbs and fingers encircling...

Page 7: ...ler of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts PACKAGE CONTENTS __ 1 Hedge Clipper Assembly __ 1 Operator s Manual __ 1 Safety Manual __ 1 Warranty Statement __ 1 War...

Page 8: ...ceablefilterelement 9 PRIMER BULB Pumping primer bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank priming the carbure tor for starting Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible and flows f...

Page 9: ...o li n e a n d o i l F u e l O i l R a ti o 5 0 1 R a ti o u s i n g E C H O H i P e rfo rm a n c e tw o s tro k e a i r c o o le d e n g i n e o i l G a s o li n e 8 9 O c ta n e U n le a d e d D o n...

Page 10: ...ious personal injury may result Use an approved fuel container DONOTsmokenearfuel DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Fuel tanks cans may be under pressure Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing...

Page 11: ...ndle E until engine fires 5 Choke Lever Move choke B down to the open Run position Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes WARNING DANGER The blades should no...

Page 12: ...Starter Place the hedge clipper on a flat clear area Grip the front handle B securely with one hand and pull the recoil starter handle C until engine fires NOTE If engine does not start after 5 pulls...

Page 13: ...e n 3 I S 4 Ig nition S yste m C le an Rep lace 3 N o M ain ten an c e req u ired fo r c o il an d flyw h e e l D o It Yo u rs e lf M a in te n a n c e P ro c e d u re s A ir F ilter Insp ect C lea n...

Page 14: ...aned and reused be certain it still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover is installed with the original side out NOTE Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning replacement FUEL...

Page 15: ...inted Wood Stick Cross head Screwdriver 8 mm 10 mm socket wrenches 10 mm Open end Wrench Parts required None IMPORTANT To maintain proper engine operating temperatures cooling air must pass freely thr...

Page 16: ...e black ignition wire is placed in the notch to prevent pinching EXHAUST SYSTEM Spark Arrestor Screen Level2 Tools required Blade type Screwdriver Soft metal brush Parts Required ScreenP N14586240630...

Page 17: ...e CCW an additional 1 8 turn and repeat acceleration Continue adjusting until smooth acceleration results 6 Check HI speed RPM at W O T Wide Open Throttle HI speed RPM should be set to specifications...

Page 18: ...very sharp Wear gloves to protect hands 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 2 Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50 50cleaningmixture 3 Allow cleaning mixtur...

Page 19: ...Parts Required BladeLockNutsP N43302206460 AsNeeded WARNING DANGER Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp Wear gloves to protect hands 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 2 Hold blade bolt heads...

Page 20: ...g edges of blades to move blades into sharpening position Blade damage will result 4 File each edge carefully Follow the original shape of the blade IMPORTANT If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow b...

Page 21: ...d of plug wire No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covered with carbon F...

Page 22: ...days or longer without performing protective storage mainte nance which includes the following 1 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children WARNING DANGER Do not store in enclosu...

Page 23: ...HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL 23 NOTES...

Page 24: ...n or maintenance of this product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the...