Echo HCA-266 User Manual

Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to chan

10 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE) HCA-266EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE)EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A

HCA-266 DESCRIPTIONX7502026406 11© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.DESCRIPTIONLocate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legible and that you

12 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.DESCRIPTION HCA-2661. POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter.2. TH

HCA-266 CONTENTSX7502026406 13© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.CONTENTSAfter opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer o

14 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.ASSEMBLY HCA-266ASSEMBLYGear Housing Assembly / Drive Shaft Note: Hedge Trimmer Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to

HCA-266 OPERATIONX7502026406 15© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.FuelAlternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO

16 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.OPERATION HCA-266Mixing Instructions1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.2

HCA-266 OPERATIONX7502026406 17© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.DO NOT stand hedge trimmer on end when adjusting cutting angle, otherwise serious injury may result.

18 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.OPERATION HCA-266Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands when rotating cutter assembly or s

HCA-266 OPERATIONX7502026406 19© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.4. Recoil StarterLay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacle

2 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.TABLE OF CONTENTS HCA-266TABLE OF CONTENTSTable of contents ...

20 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.OPERATION HCA-2663. Recoil StarterLay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacle

HCA-266 OPERATIONX7502026406 21© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving.The engine continues running even when the blade

22 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE HCA-266MAINTENANCEMoving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and lo

HCA-266 MAINTENANCEX7502026406 23© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.3. Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity.*

24 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE HCA-266Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produ

HCA-266 MAINTENANCEX7502026406 25© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.1. Remove spark plug lead.2. Remove air cleaner cover.3. Remove muffler cover (A).4. Remove engine

26 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE HCA-266Exhaust Port CleaningLevel 21. Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover.2.

HCA-266 MAINTENANCEX7502026406 27© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.Note: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regu

28 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE HCA-2661. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A).2. Carefully pump grease into fitting (A). DO NOT force

HCA-266 MAINTENANCEX7502026406 29© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.BladesBlades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherw

HCA-266 INTRODUCTIONX7502026406 3© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.INTRODUCTIONWelcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide

30 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.MAINTENANCE HCA-266AdjustmentLevel 2. Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal

HCA-266 TROUBLESHOOTINGX7502026406 31© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.TROUBLESHOOTINGFuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never

32 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.STORAGE HCA-266STORAGE The muffler and surrounding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area clear

HCA-266 SPECIFICATIONSX7502026406 33© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.SPECIFICATIONSMODEL HCA-266Length 2365 mm (93.1 in.) Width 250 mm (9.85 in.) Height 250 mm (

34 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.WARRANTY HCA-266WARRANTYECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010ECHO&a

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36 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.NOTES HCA-266NOTES

HCA-266 PRODUCT REGISTRATIONX7502026406 37© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.PRODUCT REGISTRATIONThank you for choosing ECHO Power EquipmentPlease go to http://www.ec

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4 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.SAFETY HCA-266Additional or Replacement ManualsReplacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available

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HCA-266 SAFETYX7502026406 5© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol DescriptionRead an

6 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.SAFETY HCA-266Personal Condition and Safety EquipmentUsers of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the

HCA-266 SAFETYX7502026406 7© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES.• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.Keep long hair away from engine and air i

8 X7502026406© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.SAFETY HCA-266Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI)It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, ha

HCA-266 SAFETYX7502026406 9© 10/2014 ECHO Inc.Cutting Angle Adjustments • Only adjust cutting blade angle with unit flat on the ground, with the engin