User manual ECHO HC-1500 PARTS CATALOG 6-96

[. . . ] You will find it easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. It contains specifications and information for operation, starting, stopping, maintenance, storage, and assembly specific to this product. THE SAFETY MANUAL Read and understand this manual before operation. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. [. . . ] (Emission related parts only are covered for two years, regardless of two-stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the Emission Defect Warranty Explanation. ) IMPORTANT Echo premium Power Blend TM Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. IMPORTANT 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. After use · DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the front handle securely with one hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires (or 5 pulls maximum). Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls, move choke (B) to the RUN ( ) (OPEN) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. NOTE If engine does not start with choke in "Run" position after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5. C 5 D WARNING DANGER B The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 6. Throttle Trigger After engine warm-up, grip the handle to depress the throttle trigger lockout, and gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed. 14 STARTING WARM ENGINE The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. WARNING DANGER A The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. 1. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. [. . . ] Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable). Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor. IMPORTANT Always store and transport hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. [. . . ]