ECHO HC-245 - Manual

ECHO HC-245

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • Page 3 – always
  • Page 4 – Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs; are available from your ECHO dealer or at; Safety Videos; SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information
  • Page 5 – Physical Condition
  • Page 6 – Proper Clothing
  • Page 7 – Repetitive Stress Injuries
  • Page 8 – Avoid Hot Surfaces; • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact; Equipment; damaged blades should not be used.
  • Page 9 – An Emission Control Label; Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance Period)
  • Page 10 – DESCRIPTION; Right Front Handle Guard
  • Page 12 – CONTENTS; This model is factory assembled.; OPERATION
  • Page 13 – Fuel Requirements; Gasoline; must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend X; Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine; Echo premium Power Blend X; Handling Fuel; Use an approved fuel container.
  • Page 14 – Mixing Instructions; After use
  • Page 15 – Note: The blade cover is used for transportation and storage.
  • Page 16 – Stop Switch; Stopping Engine; Throttle
  • Page 17 – Always grip support handle with right hand and throttle
  • Page 18 – MAINTENANCE; Skill Levels; Level 1; = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.; REPOWER; Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.; Maintenance Intervals; the frequency of required maintenance.; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:; grease every 25 hours of use.
  • Page 20 – DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
  • Page 21 – Spark Arrestor Screen
  • Page 22 – High Altitude Operation; Before adjusting the carburetor, clean or replace the air filter
  • Page 23 – Blades
  • Page 24 – Leave room for the grease to expand during operation; Sharpening; Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots on bottom of
  • Page 25 – Adjustment; Tighten blade bolts until snug, then loosen blade bolts 1/2
  • Page 26 – TROUBLESHOOTING; ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
  • Page 27 – STORAGE; Place the stop switch in the “STOP” position.
  • Page 28 – SPECIFICATIONS
  • Page 29 – WARRANTY STATEMENTS
  • Page 31 – NOTES
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Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time
of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.

Operator’s Manual

X7502256105

© 05/2013 ECHO Inc.

X7722271404 / X772000164

HC-245

Hedge Clipper

Burn Hazard

The 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.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used
improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s
manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe
operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

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Summary

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2 X7502256105 © 05/2013 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS HC-245 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents ............................................................................................................................... 2Introduction ..................................................................

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HC-245 INTRODUCTION X7502256105 3 © 05/2013 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful ...

Page 4 - Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs; are available from your ECHO dealer or at; Safety Videos; SAFETY; Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information

4 X7502256105 © 05/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY HC-245 Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer or at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check the E...

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