Echo HCA-2400 User Manual

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL1Shaft Hedge ClipperOperator's ManualMODELS:SHC-1700 - Type 1 - S/N 001001 & UpSHC-1700 - Type 1E - S/N 00

10EXTENDED OPERATION/EXTREME CONDITIONSVibration and ColdIt is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, whichaffects the fingers of cert

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL11DESCRIPTIONThe ECHO product you have purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packag

12HCA-24003661220351136548910111214SHC-1700, 2100171922212018151621201522191817162312141411SHC-2400, HCA-24006127111412358SHC-2400SHC-2100SHC-17002487

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL131. SAFETY MANUAL - Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep manual in a safe location as areferenc

14SPECIFICATIONSMODEL SHC-1700 1/1E SHC-2100 1/1E SHC-2400 1/1E HCA-2400 1ELength 1395 mm (54.9 in.) 1816 mm (71.5 in.) 2190 mm (86.3 in.) 2034 mm (80

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL15ASSEMBLY (HCA-2400, SHC-2100, 2400)SHC-1700 is Factory Assembled in the box.GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY/DRIVE SHAFT(SH

16THROTTLE LINKAGE INSTALLATION(SHC-2400, HCA-2400)NOTEThe engine is delivered separated from shaft tube. The throttlelinkage and stop switch wires a

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL17PRE-OPERATIONFUELFuel RequirementsGasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid-grade or higher) gasoline orgasohol kn

18IMPORTANTStored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use inthirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added.IMPORTAN

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL19DETERMINE OPERATION AREAWARNING DANGERInspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris e

2INTRODUCTIONWelcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job-dependability. Read and

20• Never adjust blade angle of HCA while standing• Only adjust cutting angle with HCA resting flat on the ground, withthe engine stop switch in the &

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL214A. Starting (SHC-1700, 2100, 2400)Lay the trimmer on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip withleft ha

22SHC-1700, 2100BCDBCDSHC-2400HCA-24002. Primer - Pump Bulb.Pump primer bulb until fuel is visible in the "Clear" fuel return line.3A. Start

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL23STOPPING ENGINE ( HCA-2400)1. Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle down and blades stopmoving with throttle tr

24Component/SystemMaintenanceProcedureBeforeUseEveryRefuelDaily orEvery 4Hours3Monthsor 100Hours6 Monthsor 300HoursYearlyor 600HoursAir Filter Clean /

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL25AIR FILTERLevel 1.Tools required: Cleaning brush, 1" or 2" medium bristle paint brush.Parts required:

26SPARK PLUGLevel 2.Tools Required: T-Wrench. Feeler gauge. Preferably a wire gauge.Brush.Parts Required: Spark Plug, (SHC-1700/2100) NGK BPM-7AP/N

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL27DCBE1. Remove spark plug lead from the spark plug and throttle linkageend from the carburetor swivel.2. Remove th

28CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTEmission Models (with limiter caps)Level 2.Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017).Parts required: Non

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL29(1)(2)(3)(4)SHC-1700, 2100 TYPE 1SHC-2400TYPE 1HCA-2400TYPE 1ACACBCARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTNon Emission Models (witho

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL3SAFETYGENERAL DESCRIPTIONIMPORTANTSee Description and Specification sections for full description and illustration

30LUBRICATIONBlades Level 1.Tools Required: Clean Rag, Brush , Oil Can, (2) 10 mm wrenches.Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixtu

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL31BACHCA-2400SHC-1700,2100, 2400Drive Shaft AssemblyNOTEHedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25-50 hou

32ProblemEngine -- starts hardEngine -- does not start Cause RemedyEngineCranksFuel atcarburetorNo fuel atcarburetorFuel strainer cloggedFuel line clo

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL33STORAGELong Term Storage (over 30 days)Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer)w

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HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL35NOTES

ECHO, INCORPORATED400 OAKWOOD R OADLAKE Z URICH, IL 60047DEALER?Call1-800-432-ECHOECHO, Incorporated400 Oakwood RoadLake Zurich, IL 60047Technical

4HCA-2400 DRIVESHAFTSHC-2400 DRIVESHAFTSHC-1700, 2100 HAND GUARDThis unit is not designed to insulate against hazards associated with the contactof wi

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL5INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLSSymboldescription/applicationSymbol form/shapeSymboldescription/applicationSymbol form/shapeH

6FUELWARNING DANGERFuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing orhandling or serious personal injury may result.• Use a

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL7Eye ProtectionWear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 of CE requirements wheneveryou operate the unit.Face and Head

8SAFE OPERATIONDetermine Operation Area• Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manualsand instructions for safe operation.•

HEDGE CLIPPEROPERATOR'S MANUAL9Operation (HCA)• Never adjust blade angle of HCA while standing.• Only adjust cutting angle with HCA resting flat