HCA-266 MAINTENANCE
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2. Pull the drive shaft (C) from the housing, wipe clean and 
re-coat with a thin coating (15 ml [1/2 oz.]) of grease.
3. Slide the drive shaft back in the drive housing being careful 
not to get dirt on the flex shaft.
4. Install the gear housing assembly.
Flat edge of washers (D) must be against drive shaft.
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. 
Hedge Trimmer 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.
Parts Required: none