Operator’s Manual DHC-2200 / 2800 Hedge Trimmer Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DHC-2200 / 2800 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................. 3 Servicing Information .................................................................................. 3 Parts and Serial Number...................................................................... 3 Service ................................................................................................. 4 ECHO Consumer Product Support ....
DHC-2200 / 2800 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Specifications, descriptions, and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as possible. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Illustrations might include optional equipment and accessories, and might not include all standard equipment. Your equipment might appear slightly different than pictured equipment. Read and understand all provided literature.
SERVICING INFORMATION DHC-2200 / 2800 Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized ECHO Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized ECHO Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-800-432-ECHO (3246). Dealer information is also available on our Web Site www.echo-usa.com. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/ repairs, proof of purchase is required.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY SAFETY For safe use of your product Be careful to read this section before using your product. • The precautions described in this section contain important safety information. Please observe them carefully. • You must also read the precautions that appear in the body of the manual itself. Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words.
SAFETY DHC-2200 / 2800 International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand Owners Manual. Direct Current Wear eye, ear and head protection. Finger Severing Do not expose to rain / water Hot Surface Wear hand and foot protection. Disconnect battery before maintenance Use two-handed Safety/Alert Blade Movement Grease Fitting Note: Not all symbols will appear on your unit.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY Keep a Firm Grip • Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles. Keep a Solid Stance • Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach.
SAFETY DHC-2200 / 2800 Electrical Safety • Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock. • Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. • Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. • If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
SAFETY DHC-2200 / 2800 • Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. • Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY • Exercise care in handling batteries to avoid shorting the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, keys, etc. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns if contact with said materials is made. • Do not use a battery or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. • Do not expose a battery or tool to fire or excessive temperature.
SAFETY DHC-2200 / 2800 Discard all toxic materials in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment. Before discarding a damaged or worn out Lithium-ion battery, contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal center, certified for Lithium-ion disposal. If the battery cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
SAFETY DHC-2200 / 2800 Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. ◆ ALWAYS stop unit 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 covers are properly assembled to unit. ◆ NEVER reach into any opening while the unit is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings.
DHC-2200 / 2800 SAFETY 3. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades. 4. When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make sure all power switches are off and the power cord is disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury. 5.
DESCRIPTION DHC-2200 / 2800 DESCRIPTION Locate these safety decal(s) or etching(s) on your unit. Make sure they are legible, and that you understand and follow the instructions. If any cannot be read, replacements can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. Images shown below are for example only. Those on your unit might appear slightly different. 1 11 2 9 10 3 8 7 6 5 For use only with ECHO eFORCETM 56V battery series. See operator’s manual for list of compatible model numbers.
DHC-2200 / 2800 1. Blades 2. Blade Guard 3. Throttle Handle 4. Handle Release Lever 5. Power Switch 6. Throttle Handle Operator Presence Switch 7. Enable Button 8. Speed Button 9. Support Handle 10. Support Handle Operator Presence Switch 11. Scabbard CONTENTS CONTENTS The ECHO product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage.
ASSEMBLY DHC-2200 / 2800 Temperature Information Recommended Ambient Temperatures: Charging Low Product (1) High Not Applicable Battery 39°F (4°C) 104°F (40°C) Charger 39°F (4°C) 104°F (40°C) (2)(3) Usage/Discharge Storage Low High Low High 32°F (0°C) 113°F (45°C) 32°F (0°C) 113°F (45°C) 32°F (0°C) 113°F (45°C) 32°F (0°C) 113°F (45°C) 32°F (0°C) 113°F (45°C) Not Applicable (1) Assumes the battery is just off the charger or stored at the temperature range noted for charger usage
DHC-2200 / 2800 ASSEMBLY • Do not operate the charger in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Charger can produce sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes - there is a risk of explosion. • Connect the charger only to the mains of voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate. • Connect the charger only to an easily accessible wall outlet. • Never insert objects in the battery's or charger's cooling slots.
ASSEMBLY 1. Plug charger AC cord in the wall outlet. 2. Align ridges on battery with grooves on charger, and slide battery into charger. 3. During normal charging, the charger LED (A) will blink GREEN. DHC-2200 / 2800 A If charger detects a problem, LED will blink RED. Remove battery from charger, clear obstructions from contacts and reinstall battery into charger. If battery is outside acceptable temperature range (See Recommended Ambient Temperature chart) LED will remain RED. 4.
DHC-2200 / 2800 ASSEMBLY Battery Installation The attachment will operate when the battery is installed, the power indicator LED is lit, and the operator presence switches, and power switch are engaged. Make sure the unit is properly positioned to prevent loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled or thrown.
OPERATION DHC-2200 / 2800 OPERATION Starting Unit The attachment will operate when the battery is installed, the power indicator LED is lit, and the operator presence switches, and power switch are engaged. Make sure the unit is properly positioned to prevent loss of control and possible serious injury. Note: This model has two operating modes: low and high. Use speed button (E) to move between low mode (L) and high mode (H). Use power switch to increase RPM speed within each mode. 1. 2.
DHC-2200 / 2800 OPERATION When power to unit is turned on: • After 90 seconds of inactivity, unit will power itself off. • If power indicator LED remains lit, operation is normal. • If power indicator LED flashes once per second, the battery needs to be charged. • If power indicator LED flashes four times per second, there is a fault within the product. Turn power off to unit. Remove battery. Clear debris from around line head. Install battery. Turn power on to unit.
OPERATION DHC-2200 / 2800 This model is equipped with a rotating throttle handle that can be turned 45° or 90° to either side of vertical operating position to help reduce operator fatigue and improve precision trimming. A To operate 1. Fully release power switch. 2. Push enable button to turn off power to unit. 3. Depress handle release lever (A). 4. Rotate handle in desired direction and release the lever. Handle locks into place at 45° or 90° to either side of vertical.
DHC-2200 / 2800 MAINTENANCE Power to unit remains on even when the blades have stopped due to an obstruction. If this occurs, stop the unit, remove battery, and remove the obstruction. MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop unit and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service.
MAINTENANCE DHC-2200 / 2800 Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL Battery / Battery Compartment Inspect / Clean / Charge 1 Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace * 1 COMPONENT/SYSTEM Daily or Before Use Gear Housing Blades Grease 1 2 Inspect/Clean/Sharpen 2 2 IMPORTANT NOTE - Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.
DHC-2200 / 2800 3. Depress battery latch release (A) and slide battery out of power head. 4. Use compressed air or a soft bristle brush to remove debris from battery and battery compartment. MAINTENANCE A Gear Case Lubrication Level 1. Parts required: Lithium-based Grease. 1. Remove grease fitting cap (A). 2. clean dirt from grease fitting. 3. Add grease through grease fitting. Apply 2-3 pumps of grease every 15-20 hours of use. 4. A Replace grease fitting cap.
MAINTENANCE DHC-2200 / 2800 Accessing Blade Edges For blade maintenance procedures or inspection, blades can be manually moved to separate top and bottom blade teeth. 1. Remove plug bolt (A). 2. Insert M4 bolt (B), at least 15mm long (not included) into bolt hole. 3. B A Rotate bolt to manually move blade teeth for access to cutting edges.
DHC-2200 / 2800 MAINTENANCE Adjustment Level 2. • DHC-2200: Two blade bolts nearest blade tip are adjustable. • DHC-2800: Two blade bolts nearest blade tip, and fourth blade bolt from blade tip are adjustable. ONLY blade bolts indicated should be adjusted. All other bolts should be tightened snugly. 1. Loosen blade locknuts (D) 1/ 2 turn. 2. Tighten blade bolts (E) until snug. 3. Loosen blade bolts 1/2 turn. D Note: When bolt adjustment E is correct, there should be a gap of 0.25 -0.
TROUBLESHOOTING DHC-2200 / 2800 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Red Charger light flashes or does not light up Unit will not turn on Unit does not run when turned on Running time is too short Cause Remedy Plug not connected to power outlet. Plug in charger. Battery pack not installed properly. Check the battery installation. Obstructed connection. Reinstall battery after removing obstructions. Fault in the charger. Consult your dealer. Fault in the battery pack.
DHC-2200 / 2800 STORAGE When storing the product for long periods of time, ensure that the following preparations for storage are carried out. Always store and transport hedge 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 scabbard when transporting or storing unit. Unit Do not store your unit without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1.
36/4SPECIFICATIONS DHC-2200 / 2800 36/4SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Length Width DHC-2200 DHC-2800 1081 mm (42.6 in) 1233 mm (48.5 in) 239 mm (9.4 in) Height 176 mm (6.9 in) Weight (without battery) 2.9 kg (6.4 lb) 3.1 kg (6.8 lb) ECHO eFORCE® 56V series batteries Battery Type Li-Ion Battery voltage 56 (rated 50.4) Capacity See Battery Manual ECHO eFORCE® 56V series charger Charger type Charger input voltage Charging time 120V AC 60Hz See Battery Manual Gear case ratio 6.
DHC-2200 / 2800 WARRANTY WARRANTY ––– WARRANTY Limited Warranty Statement for ECHO 56 Volt Handheld Products and Walk Behind Mowers sold in USA and Canada ECHO Incorporated warrants to the original retail purchaser that this ECHO brand 56 Volt outdoor product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at ECHO Incorporated’s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase: If the product is for homeowner use: •
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