X7722271404 / X772000164 HC-155 Hedge Clipper Operator’s Manual 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS HC-155 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents............................................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 3 The Operator’s Manual...................................................................................................................
HC-155 INTRODUCTION 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 operating tips and SAFETY messages. The Operator’s Manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage and assembly specific to this product.
SAFETY 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 ECHO Web Site for updated information. HC-155 For more information scan this QR code. Safety Videos are available from your Echo dealer. A $5.00 shipping charge will be required for each video.
HC-155 SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand owners manual. Fuel and oil mixture Carburetor Adjustment - Low speed mixture Carburetor Adjustment - High speed mixture Wear eye, ear and head protection Finger severing Safety/Alert Carburetor Adjustment - Idle speed Emergency Stop Hot Surface Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical current.
SAFETY HC-155 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit. Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • if you are tired or sick, • if you are taking medication, • if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
HC-155 SAFETY The ignition 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 manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
SAFETY HC-155 All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
HC-155 EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST / EVAPORATIVE) • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition. 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.
DESCRIPTION HC-155 DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(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. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. 14 15 1 13 11 2 12 10 3 7 9 8 6 5 16 4 Handle Guard Hot Decal (near muffler) 10 X7502256706 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc.
HC-155 DESCRIPTION 1. SUPPORT HANDLE - FOR LEFT HAND - Comfortable, textured finish provides anti-slip grip. Guard protects hand from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard 2. BLADES - Double reciprocating blades mounted to a blade support bar. The blades are double sided, capable of cutting on either side. 3. BLADE GUARD- Reduces risk of contact with blades and helps guide material into cutters 4. SPARK PLUG - Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 5.
CONTENTS HC-155 CONTENTS 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 - Hedge Clipper Assembly ____ 1 - Operator’s Manual ____ 1 - Emission Control Warranty Statement ____ 1 - Safety Manual ____ 1 - Warranty Registration Card ____ 1 - Blade Cover 12 X7502256706 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc.
HC-155 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled. Note: For Normal cutting, Echo strongly recommends the blade guard be installed. In extreme conditions, such as commercial cutting or when cutting thick and/or dense branches, efficiency may be increased by trimming without the blade guard. Parts Required: Blade Guard, Blade Lock Nuts Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.
OPERATION Install Blade Guard 1. Move stop switch to stop position HC-155 A 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when adjusting blade bolts or blade locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 3. Remove correct number of lock nuts (A) necessary to install blade guard. Assure blade bolts (B) are tightened securely.
HC-155 OPERATION Fuel Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine components.
OPERATION HC-155 Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. 2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. For more information scan this QR code.
HC-155 OPERATION 2. Choke Move choke (B) to Cold Start ( C ) (closed) position. 3. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. B 4. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the support handle securely with one hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires (or 5 pulls maximum). D 5. Choke After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the Run ( ) (open) position.
OPERATION HC-155 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. C 2. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times. 3. Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the support handle securely with one hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine starts. D Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure. Stopping Engine 1.
HC-155 OPERATION Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 1.
MAINTENANCE HC-155 MAINTENANCE 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. Allow unit to cool before performing service. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Your ECHO unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service.
HC-155 MAINTENANCE Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. • Lightly brush debris from filter.
MAINTENANCE HC-155 Spark Plug Level 2. Parts Required: REPOWERTM Tune-Up Kit Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. 0.65 mm (0.026 in.) 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine. 3. Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode. 4. Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf • cm (130-150 in • lbf).
HC-155 MAINTENANCE Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove muffler cover. 3. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 4. Remove exhaust guide (A), gasket (B), and screen (C) from muffler body. 5. Clean carbon deposits from muffler components. Note: When cleaning carbon deposits, be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler. 6.
MAINTENANCE HC-155 4. Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged. 5. Install heat shield, muffler, and eyeplate. 6. Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to 80-95 in•lbf (90-110 kgf•cm). 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 specifications. Carburetor Adjustment The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
HC-155 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (blade cleaning) Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 3. Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50-50 cleaning mixture. 4.
MAINTENANCE HC-155 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A). 2. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease into fitting, DO NOT over fill. Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. A Blades Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Sharpening Level 2. Parts Required: none Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.
HC-155 MAINTENANCE 8. Connect spark plug wire. Adjustment Level 2. Parts Required: none Hedge clipper 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 locknuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 1. Tighten blade screws. (A) securely 2. Hold blade screws (A) to prevent turning, and tighten locknuts (B).
TROUBLESHOOTING HC-155 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Remedy Fuel strainer clogged Fuel line clogged Carburetor Clean or replace Clean or replace See your Echo dealer No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your Echo dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel Mixture too rich Open choke Clean/replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your Echo dealer No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your Echo dealer See your Echo dealer S
HC-155 STORAGE STORAGE The muffler and surrounding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
SPECIFICATIONS HC-155 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Length HC-155 (20) HC-155 (24) 1052 mm (41.4 in.) 1154 mm (45.4 in.) Width 272 mm (10.7 in.) Height 201 mm (7.9 in.) Weight (dry) 5.2 kg (11.5 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.) Displacement Exhaust Carburetor Ignition System Spark Plug Fuel Fuel/Oil Ratio Gasoline Oil 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.
HC-155 WARRANTY STATEMENTS WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in material and workmanship.
WARRANTY STATEMENTS HC-155 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES & GJ* * & ^J* ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE POWER PRODUCT OWNERS This ECHO two-stroke engine power product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide superior performance.
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