c. After striking a foreign object: inspect the cutting part for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the unit. d. If machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately). e. Whenever you leave the unit. 35. Securing the extension cord. Bend the extension cord about 40 cm from the plug end. Push that bend through the oblong opening, then loop the bend under the cord retaining clips as shown. This will prevent the extension cord from detaching from the hedge trimmer plug. K

A. Special safety information WARNING DANGER ATTENTION: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL HEED ITS WARNING! STAY ALERT! WARNING DANGER READ & UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS, COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. No. 331600 - Warning label Serial Number label SAFETY SYMBOLS

Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. 11. Maintain tool with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 12. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing and when changing

Both must be read and understood for proper and safe opera- tion. Failure to do so could result in serous injury. X750001220 X7502094700 06/00 SUPPLEMENT TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL Model HCA-260, HCA-261 Serial Number: All This Supplement contains important information. Please keep with your Operator’s Manual. The following section has been added: OPERATION ROTATE CUTTER ASSEMBLY Always use the unit from the right-hand side of your body – NEVER from the left side. Rotate cutter assembly 180 degrees on

WARNING DANGER This unit can be dangerous if used improperly. • Falling objects and/or blade contact can cause serious injury to operator, helpers and bystanders. • Keep helpers and bystanders at least 50 feet (15m) clear of operating area. • To reduce injury risk, READ AND UNDERSTAND the operator's Manual, replacement copies are available through your ECHO dealer. • Wear Protective clothing (head, hearing and eye protection meeting ANSI standards) specified in the Operator's Manual. • STOP engi

Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. * All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection. (1) Replacement will be required for Commercial use after 600 hours. For Consumer use, cleaning every 6 months is required. (2) Apply 1~2 pumps of ECHO® LUBETM every 10 hours. 20 20 AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush Parts required: 90008 REPOWERTM AIR & FUEL FILTER

Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. IMPORTANT Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. 3 m (10 ft.) SM T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 1213 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 HEDGE CLIPPER OPERATOR'S MANUAL 15 EQUIPMENT CHECK Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tig

Use of alternative fuels may cause performanceproblems, 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. Gasoline -Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether

If blades move, readjust carburetor according to these instructions, or see your ECHO Dealer Engine Break-InNew engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuelbreak-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break- in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissionswill stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required. 2020 High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability pe

Basic Setting 1. Stop engine and turn both LO (B) and HI (A) needles in, CW until they stop and are lightly seated. IMPORTANT DO NOT over tighten needles. Forcing them to tighten will damage the carburetor. 2. Turn needles out CCW: HC-1500 LO (B) 1-1/4 turns; HI (A) 1-1/2 turns Others (LO) (B) 1-1/4 turns; HI (A) 1-3/8 turns Fine Tuning (Requires Accurate Tachometer) 1. Start engine and allow to warm to operating temperature (minimum 2 - 3 minutes) while varying engine speed from idle to full th