Manual Echo HC-165/185

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  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 1

    Specifications, descriptions and illustrati ve material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without not ice. Illustrations may inclu de optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment. Operator ’ s Manual X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. X7722271404 / X77 ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 2

    2 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS HC-165/185 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents .................................................................................... .......................... ................. 2 Introduction ................................................... .......................................... ........... ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 3

    HC-165/185 INTRODUCTION X7502255307 3 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product wa s 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 operat ing tips and SAFETY messages. The Oper ...

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    4 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY HC-165/185 Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator, Safety Manuals, and Parts Catalogs are available from your ECHO dealer o r at www.echo-usa.com or by contacting ECHO Inc., 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800-673-1558). Always check th e ECHO Web Site for updated information. Safety ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 5

    HC-165/185 SAFETY X7502255307 5 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. International Symbols 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. Prope r clothing and safety gear must be worn wh en operating unit. Physical Condition Your judgment a ...

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    6 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY HC-165/185 Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1, CE, or CSA Z94. 3 requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit. Hand Protection Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on th e handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Breathi ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 7

    HC-165/185 SAFETY X7502255307 7 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Vibration and Cold It is believed that a cond ition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brou ght about by exposure to vibration and co ld. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations, followed by loss of color and num ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 8

    8 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. SAFETY HC-165/185 Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequate ly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cau se serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipme nt with the Operator’s Manual an d Safety Manual for instructions on Safe Operation ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 9

    HC-165/185 SAFETY X7502255307 9 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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. ? ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 10

    10 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) HC-165/185 EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system fo r the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last cha racter of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information lab ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 11

    HC-165/185 DESCRIPTION X7502255307 11 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION Locate the safety decal(s) on your unit. Make sure the decal(s) is legib le and that you und erstand and follow the instructions on it. If a decal cannot b e read, a new one can be ordered fro m your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information. Right Fro ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 12

    12 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. DESCRIPTION HC-165/185 1. SUPPORT HANDLE - Comfortable, textured finish provides ant i-slip grip. Guard protects hand from the blades. Warning decals are located on guard 2. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be depresse d before Throttle Trigger can be activated. 3. THROTTLE HANDLE - 5-position handle can ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 13

    HC-165/185 CONTENTS X7502255307 13 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. CONTENTS After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents li st to check for missing p arts. ____ 1 - Hedge Clipper Assembly ____ 1 - Operator’s Manual ____ 1 - Emission Control Warranty Statement ____ 1 ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 14

    14 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. ASSEMBLY HC-165/185 ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled. Note: For Normal cutting, Echo strongly reco mmends the blade guard be installed. In extreme conditions, such as commercial cutting or when cutting thick and/or dense b ranches, efficiency may be increased by trimming without the blade guard. Parts Requ ...

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    HC-165/185 ASSEMBLY X7502255307 15 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Install Blade Guard 1. Move stop switch to stop position 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 locknut s in order to keep hands at a safe distance from ...

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    16 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION HC-165/185 OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo r e removing obstructions , clearing debris, or serv ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 17

    HC-165/185 OPERATION X7502255307 17 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when t he engine is HOT or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spil ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 18

    18 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION HC-165/185 Starting Cold Engine Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. To uching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avo id touching blades whenever possible, and always we ar gloves to protect hands. Note: The blade cover is used for transportatio n and storage. Remove blade cover before using the un ...

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    HC-165/185 OPERATION X7502255307 19 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may resu lt. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assu re blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 20

    20 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. OPERATION HC-165/185 Rotating Operation HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper throttle ha ndles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation. Stop engine before rotating throttle handl e, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Changing throttle handle angle may chan ge exhaust direction. Use a grip and ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 21

    HC-165/185 OPERATION X7502255307 21 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. 4. Grip the throttle handle. Press the th rottle lockout lever down with palm of hand and squeeze throttle trigger (D) to reset rotation release button (B), and lock han dle in position. Note: If the throttle trigger does no t operate after rotating throttle handle, move throttle handle slight ...

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    22 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Ke ep 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 befo r e removing obstructions , clearing debris, or ...

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    HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE X7502255307 23 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Air Filter Level 1. 1. Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). Th is prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when th e 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, f ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 24

    24 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 Spark Plug Level 2. Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise se vere e ngine damage ma y occur . 1. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. 2. Clean the plug or replace with a n ew one. DO NOT sand blast to clean. Remaining sand will da ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 25

    HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE X7502255307 25 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. 1. Remove muffler cover. 2. Place piston at Top Dead Cent er (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylind er. 3. Remove exhaust guide (A) , gaskets (B), and screen (C) from muffler body. 4. Clean carbon deposits from muffler co mponents. Not ...

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    26 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 Carburetor Adjustment The blades must not mo ve at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may resu lt. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to as sure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to these instructions, or see your ECHO Dealer. Engine ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 27

    HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE X7502255307 27 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Lubrication Blades Level 1. Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. To uching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touchi ng blades whenever possible, and always we ar gloves to protect hands. 1. Move stop switch to stop position. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 3. Brus ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 28

    28 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. MAINTENANCE HC-165/185 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A). 2. Apply 1-2 pumps of grease into fit ting, DO NOT over fill. Leave room for the grease to expand during operation 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting. Blades Blades should only b e removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Se r vic ...

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    HC-165/185 MAINTENANCE X7502255307 29 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. Adjustment Level 2. Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightenin g blade screws and blade locknuts to kee p hands at a safe distance from sharp blades. 1. Tighten blade screws. (A) secu ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 30

    30 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. TROUBLESHOOTING HC-165/185 TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flamm able and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug nea r cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TR OUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 31

    HC-165/185 STORAGE X7502255307 31 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. STORAGE The muffler and surroun ding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area c lear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may resu lt. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days) Do not store your unit for a prolo ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 32

    32 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. SPECIFICATIONS HC-165/185 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HC-165 HC-185 Length 1185 mm (45.59 in.) 1263 mm (49.72 in.) Width 275 mm (10.83 in.) Height 203 mm (7.99 in.) Weight (dry) 5.5 kg (12.13 l b.) 5.7 kg (12.57 lb. Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cyli nder gasoline engi ne Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 33

    HC-165/185 WARRANTY STATEMENTS X7502255307 33 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS ECHO LIMITED W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY ECHO Incorporated’s Limited W arranty , provides to the original purchaser that this ECHO product is free from defects in materia l and workmans ...

  • Echo HC-165/185 - page 34

    34 X7502255307 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. WARRANTY STATEMENTS HC-165/185 PURCHASED REP AIR P ARTS, SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSORIES   ...

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    HC-165/185 NOTES X7502255307 35 © 9/2013 ECHO Inc. NOTES ...

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    36 (165) S6941100 1001/S69411999999 S76612001001/S766 12999999 (185) S6951100 1001/S69511999999 S76812001001/S768 12999999 ...

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