Echo HC-225 User Manual

WARNING
Read rules for safe operation and all instructions carefully. ECHO provides
this Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and under-
stood for proper and safe operation.
Hedge Clipper
Operator's Manual
MODEL HC-225
X7502256602
X750011532
03/10

Echo HC-225 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	21.2 cc
Power Output	0.71 kW
Cutting Width	458 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.4 L
Engine Type	2-stroke
Shaft Type	Straight
Starter System	Recoil

Summary

Safety Guidelines and Symbols

Safety Alert Symbols and Information

Explains DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION alert symbols and their implications for personal safety.

International Safety Symbols

Illustrates and defines common international symbols used for safe operation and maintenance of the equipment.

Personal Condition and Safety Equipment

Physical and Mental Condition for Operation

Advises on physical fitness, medication, alcohol, and drug use affecting judgment and dexterity during operation.

Eye, Hand, and Hearing Protection

Specifies required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.

Appropriate Clothing and Footwear

Details required clothing, including snug-fitting durable items and sturdy work shoes, avoiding loose items and jewelry.

Operation Safety and Injury Prevention

Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) Prevention

Offers techniques to reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, including posture, breaks, and exercises.

Work Area and Safe Handling Precautions

Covers clearing the work area, maintaining a firm grip, solid stance, and avoiding hot surfaces.

Equipment Check and Emission Standards

Pre-operation Equipment Inspection

Detailed Component Breakdown

Blades and Support Handle

Engine and Fuel System Components

Controls, Starting, and Safety Features

Operation and Fuel Specifications

Safe Operation Practices

Provides warnings about moving parts and fire hazards during operation, emphasizing safety precautions.

Approved Fuel and Oil Requirements

Details the required gasoline octane, ethanol content, and two-stroke oil specifications (ISO-L-EGD, JASO FC/FD).

Safe Fuel Handling and Storage

Fuel Mixing and Handling Procedures

Provides instructions for safely mixing fuel and oil, handling fuel, and precautions against fire and explosion.

Fuel Storage Recommendations

Starting the Engine - Cold Start Procedure

Pre-Start Checks and Choke Operation

Details steps before starting, including stop switch, choke position, and purge bulb usage.

Recoil Starter and Throttle Control

Explains how to use the recoil starter and throttle trigger for engine start and acceleration.

Engine Starting and Stopping

Warm Engine Start Procedure

Outlines the procedure for starting a warm engine, noting differences from the cold start process.

Engine Stopping Procedure

Describes how to properly stop the engine using the stop switch and throttle release.

Hedge Trimming and Maintenance Introduction

Hedge Trimming Techniques

Maintenance Overview and Recommendations

Maintenance Schedule and Skill Levels

Component Maintenance Intervals

Air Filter and Fuel Filter Maintenance

Servicing the Air Filter

Replacing the Fuel Filter

Spark Plug and Cooling System Care

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

Maintaining the Cooling System

Exhaust System Maintenance

Spark Arrestor Screen Cleaning

Exhaust Port Cleaning and Carburetor Tuning

Cleaning the Exhaust Port

Carburetor Adjustment Procedure

Details on how to adjust the carburetor for optimal engine performance, including break-in period.

High Altitude Operation and Idle Speed Adjustment

Setting Idle Speed

Blade Lubrication

Lubricating the Hedge Trimmer Blades

Gearbox and Blade Sharpening

Gearbox Lubrication Procedure

Sharpening Cutting Blades

Detailed guide on how to properly sharpen the hedge trimmer blades using a file.

Blade Adjustment Procedure

Adjusting Blade Tightness and Locknuts

Troubleshooting Engine Problems

Storage and Winterization

Long Term Storage Guidelines