Echo SHC-2620, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... engine 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 This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 ...

Page 2: ... 7 Equipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 13 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 13 Description 14 Contents 16 Assembly 17 Gear Housing Assembly and Drive Shaft 17 Operation 18 Fuel 18 Starting Cold Engine 21 Starting Warm Engine 23 Stopping Engine 24 Hedge Trimming 25 Maintenance 26 Skill Levels 26 Maintenance Intervals 27 Air Filter 28 Fuel Filter 29 Spark Plug 30 Cooling Syste...

Page 3: ...nal equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment Read and understand all provided literature Literature contains specifications and information for safety operation 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 v...

Page 4: ... com When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required ECHO Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application 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 ...

Page 5: ...anied 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 necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed messa...

Page 6: ...e Fuel and Oil Mixture Finger Severing Do not operate closer than 15 m 50 ft from electrical hazard Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Plan retreat path from falling objects DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Primer Bulb Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Symbol De...

Page 7: ...muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Wear Slip Resistant Footwear Chain Lubrication Do not operate closer than 15 m 50 ft from electrical hazards Keep bystanders at least 15 m 50 ft away Symbol Description Symbol Description ...

Page 8: ...l 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 persona...

Page 9: ...rease 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 manufactu...

Page 10: ...oss 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 Repetitive Stress Injury ...

Page 11: ...ately 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 use Keep a Firm Grip Alw...

Page 12: ...ition 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 ...

Page 13: ...uel 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 s...

Page 14: ...al 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 Safety label is for example only Your label my appear slightly different 1 POWER HEAD 2 THROTTLE HANDLE FOR RIGHT HAND 2 3 4 6 9 7 8 5 19 10 12 13 15 11 16 17 18 14 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 9 1 ...

Page 15: ...PORT HANDLE FOR LEFT HAND 6 DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY 7 BLADES 8 GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY 9 THROTTLE TRIGGER 10 SPARK PLUG 11 TOP GUARD 12 SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST 13 FUEL TANK 14 FUEL TANK CAP 15 RECOIL STARTER HANDLE 16 PURGE BULB 17 CHOKE CONTROL 18 AIR CLEANER 19 BLADE COVER ...

Page 16: ...enience Due to packaging restrictions some assembly may be necessary 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 Drive Shaft Assembly 1 Gear Case Assembly 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Statement 1 Blade Cover ...

Page 17: ...protect hands 1 Remove locating bolt A and loosen clamping bolt B 2 Remove vinyl cap from drive shaft if necessary 3 Align locating hole in gear housing with locating hole in drive shaft 4 Slide gear housing assembly onto drive shaft Be certain the flex drive shaft engages the hole in the driver gear 5 Install locating bolt A Tighten clamping bolt B A B A B ...

Page 18: ...ks 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 ...

Page 19: ...e 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...

Page 20: ...0 ft 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 ...

Page 21: ...red two stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use Used oil and gasoline and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials Disposal laws vary by locality Starting Cold Engine 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 Note The blade cover is u...

Page 22: ...ottle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Rapidly pull recoil starter handle D until engine fires or maximum five pulls 5 Choke After engine fires or five pulls move choke B to the Run open position Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position...

Page 23: ...dle Depress the throttle trigger lockout and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed 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 The blades must not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be nece...

Page 24: ...hrottle handle and throttle triggerlockoutwithlefthand Rapidly pull recoil starter handle D until engine starts Note If engine does not start after five pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle 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 po...

Page 25: ... hands 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 1 Always grip throttle handle with right hand and support handle with left hand 2 Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate engine 3 Tilt trimmer so cu...

Page 26: ... written otherwise serious personal injury may result Your unit 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...

Page 27: ...maintain emission integrity COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 Fuel System Inspect 3 1 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Blades Inspect Clean 2 1 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 3 1 3 Months Air Filter Replace 1 Fuel Filter...

Page 28: ...rt from inside cover Assure throttle wire retaining clip A remains in place as shown when removing or installing air filter cover 3 Remove foam pre filter B and air filter C and clean as indicated below 4 Foam Pre filter Clean foam filter in water detergent solution and rinse with clean water Wrap the filter in a clean dry cloth and squeeze do not wring dry Allow to dry completely before reuse Do ...

Page 29: ...s personal injury may result 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank Do not damage fuel line while removing fuel filter from tank or line 2 Pull the fuel filter from the tank 3 Do not remove the wire coil clamp to remove the fuel filter Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand Pull and twist slightly to separat...

Page 30: ...upply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un certified replacement part Spark Plug Level 2 Parts Required Tune Up Kit Use only NGK CMR7H spark plug otherwise severe engine 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...

Page 31: ...ocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder 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 covered by the warranty 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler co...

Page 32: ...park plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover A 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon or dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor screen cover B gasket C and screen D from muffler body 5 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposit be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 6 Replace screen if it is cracked plugged or has h...

Page 33: ...piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder 4 Inspect heat shield and replace if damaged 5 Install heat shield and muffler 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 warm to operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to speci...

Page 34: ...ed by an authorized service dealer If the engine is adjusted for operation above 330 m 1100 ft ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 330 m 1100 ft ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result 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 a...

Page 35: ...lade bolts are lubricated 4 Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service Gear Case Level 1 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 grease from around grease fitting Drive Shaft Asse...

Page 36: ... not to get dirt on the flex shaft 4 Install the gear housing assembly 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 reinstalled by an authorized servicing dealer otherwi...

Page 37: ...llow 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...

Page 38: ...l problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace plug Engine runs but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminantsor residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fu...

Page 39: ...edge 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 Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark otherwise serious personal injury may result Always store and transport hedge trimmers in a stable horizontal position Support gear case and cutti...

Page 40: ...l from carburetor then drain the tank again Close choke start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel 9 Allow engine to cool Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug Remove the spark plug Pour 7 cc 0 25 oz of fresh clean two stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole a Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole b Pull the recoil starter handle 2 3 times t...

Page 41: ...ning methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15 or E 85 Oil ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 61 l 20 6 US fl oz Starter System Automatic Recoil Starter Clutch Centrifugal Type Gear Case Ratio 4 60 1 Cutter Double Reciprocating Blade Double Edge Length 557 mm 21 9 in Pitch 35 mm 1 38 ...

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