Echo HC-2020, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury Note This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 ...

Page 2: ...Equipment 7 Equipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 13 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 13 Description 14 Contents 15 Assembly 15 Operation 16 Fuel 16 Starting Cold Engine 20 Starting Warm Engine 22 Stopping Engine 23 Hedge Trimming 24 Maintenance 25 Skill Levels 25 Maintenance Intervals 26 Air Filter 27 Fuel Filter 28 Spark Plug 29 Cooling System 30 Exhaust System 31 Carbureto...

Page 3: ...eration maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www echo usa com manuals OR https www shindaiwa usa com manuals SERVICING INFORMATION Parts Serial Number Genuine ECHO Parts and Assemblies for your ECHO products are ava...

Page 4: ...plication operation or maintenance of this product call the ECHO Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 432 ECHO 3246 from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit Product Registration Register your ECHO equipment on line at www echo usa com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in t...

Page 5: ...nal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided The enclosed message provides information ...

Page 6: ...ot protection Use two handed DO NOT smoke near fuel Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Ignition ON OFF Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Do not operate without guards in place Carburetor Adjustment Low speed mixture Carburetor Adjustment High speed mixture Safety Alert Carburetor Adjustment Idle speed Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Do no...

Page 7: ... catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Plan retreat path from falling objects Primer Bulb DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear slip resistant footwear Keep bystanders at least 4 5 meters 15 ft away Symbol Description Symbol Description ...

Page 8: ...face shield may be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris Hand Protection Wear sturdy no slip rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches cold environments and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal ...

Page 9: ...ase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere with some pacemakers To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacture...

Page 10: ...llowed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration 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 put you at a high risk for developing a ...

Page 11: ...uct indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death Read the Manuals Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator s Manual for instructions on Safe Operation Clear the Work Area Spectators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the unit is in...

Page 12: ...tion Dull loose or damaged blades should not be used 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 removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective c...

Page 13: ...l line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span sel...

Page 14: ... 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 The safety decal is for example only Your label may appear slightly different 4 5m 15ft 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 9 15 ...

Page 15: ...issing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled 1 Support Handle For Right Hand 2 Blades 3 Blade Guard 4 Spark Plug 5 Purge Bulb 6 Choke 7 Air Cleaner 8 Fuel Tank 9 Fuel Tank Cap 10 Throttle Handle For Left Hand 11 Throttle Trigger Lockout 12 Throttle Trigger 13 Stop Switch 14 Recoil Starter Handle 15 Spark Arrestor Muffler Or Spark Arrestor M...

Page 16: ...s that can start fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or other hard objects Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels such as E 15 15 ethanol E 85 8...

Page 17: ...engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire or ignite with explosive force Read and follow the oil manufacturer s instructions and observe all safety warnings and precautions for handling flammable liquids For more detailed safety and first aid information visit www e...

Page 18: ...t from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and can travel along the ground to nearby sources of ignition such as electrical motors pilot lights and hot or running engines Vapors ignited by an ignition source can flash back to the fuel container resulting in an explosion fire serious or fatal injuries and extensive property damage Mixing Instructions 1 F...

Page 19: ...noccupied building away from sparks and flames Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in 30 days 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use Used oil and gasoline and soiled towels are haz...

Page 20: ...le and always wear gloves to protect hands Note The blade cover is used for transportation and storage Remove blade cover before using the unit 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Choke Movechoke B toCOLDSTART closed position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times A C C...

Page 21: ...ote If engine does not start with choke in RUN position after 5 pulls repeat instructions 2 5 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 Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 6 Throttle Trigger Af...

Page 22: ...may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle If blades move readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an add...

Page 23: ...te If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle trigger F and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Switch Move stop switch A to STOP position If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before usin...

Page 24: ...upport handle with right hand and throttle handle with left hand 2 Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate engine 3 Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the hedge or shrub and proceed to cut 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 engin...

Page 25: ... is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If the task is not...

Page 26: ...re regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect 3 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace Blades Inspect Clean 2 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 3 1 Three Months Air Filter Replace 1 ...

Page 27: ...ed Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside cover 3 Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse 4 Install ai...

Page 28: ...filter from tank 3 Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter 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 servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA c...

Page 29: ...ine 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 blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 in lbf Parts Required Tune Up Kit 0 65 mm 0 026 in ...

Page 30: ...inder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover 3 Remove starter cover 4 Use brush not included to remove di...

Page 31: ...carbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove exhaust guide A gasket B and screen C from muffler body 5 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 6 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has holes burned through 7 Assemble components in reverse order Parts Required Spark Arrestor Screen Gasket A ...

Page 32: ...g the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder 3 Use a wood or plastic scraping tool not included to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port 4 Inspect heat shield and replace if damaged 5 Install heat shield muffler and eye plate 6 Tighten muffler mounting bolts or nuts to 90 110 kgf cm 80 95 in lbf 7 Install muffler cover and attach spark plug lead 8 Start engine and war...

Page 33: ...abilize Idle speed can be adjusted as required High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting emission and durability performance up to 1 100 feet above sea level ASL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer If the engine is adjusted for operation ab...

Page 34: ...ent should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result 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 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 3 Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of...

Page 35: ...ng DO NOT over fill Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3 Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting Blades Hedge trimmer 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 lock nuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades Blades should only be removed and rei...

Page 36: ...ow the original shape of the blade 6 Install blade guard Use new lock nuts each time blade guard is installed See dealer for correct nuts 7 Lubricate blades see Lubrication 8 Connect spark plug wire Adjustment Level 2 Locking ability of hedge trimmer blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed Replace if turning resistance is not felt when installing lock nuts 1 Tighten blade screws s...

Page 37: ...ucted Clean or replace See your dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch OFF Electrical problem Inter lock switch Turn switch to ON See your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled wit...

Page 38: ...l filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminants or residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fuel vent Fuel vent plugged Contaminated fuel Clean or replace Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper adjustment Vibration Adjust Cooling system Cooling system dirty or plugged Extended oper ation in dirty or dusty locations Clean Spark arrestor screen Spark ...

Page 39: ...dge trimmers 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 transporting or storing unit Long Term Storage Over 30 Days Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time 30 days or longer without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following 1 S...

Page 40: ...es the top of its travel and leave it there 10 Install the spark plug Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HC 2020 Length 1064 mm 41 9 in Width 266 mm 10 5 in Height 198 mm 7 8 in Weight dry 4 5 kg 10 lb Engine Type Air cooled two stroke single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32 2 mm 1 27 in Stroke 26 0 mm 1 02 in Displacement 21 2 cc 1 29 cu in Exhaust Spark arrestor m...

Page 41: ...ter Clutch Centrifugal Type Gear Case Ratio 5 88 Cutter Double Reciprocating Blade Double Edge Length 656mm 25 83in Pitch 35 mm 1 38 in Height 21mm 0 83 in Maximum Diameter Cut Soft Material 25 4 mm 1 in Woody Material 13 mm 1 2 in Idle Speed 3 300 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 5 200 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed W O T 10 400 RPM MODEL HC 2020 ...

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Page 43: ...HC 2020 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7702245301 43 11 19 ECHO Incorporated ...

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