Echo HC-30ES, HC-30ESW Operator's Manual
WARNING
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
HEDGE TRIMMER
HC-30ES
HC-30ESW
ENGLISH
GB
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WARNING
IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS UNIT, OR
FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. READ AND
UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE
OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL.
INTRODUCTION
ECHO Hedge Trimmers, Models HC-30ES and HC30ESW are lightweight, high performance, petrol
engined unit designed for hedge and shrub trimming.
Do not use this unit for any purpose other than
aforementioned.
This Manual provides the information necessary for
operation and maintenance.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in
this literature are as accurate as known at the time of
publication, but are subject to change without notice.
Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard
equipment.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Introduction ................................................................ 2
Decals and Symbols .................................................. 3
Safety ......................................................................... 4
Operating Techniques ............................................... 6
Description ................................................................. 7
Operation ................................................................... 8
CONTENTS
Maintenance and Care .............................................. 12
Trouble shooting ........................................................ 13
Servicing .................................................................... 14
Storage ...................................................................... 17
Specifications ............................................................ 18
Declaration of Conformity.......................................... 19
Feature of this model: “ES” START
“ES” START generates enough revolving power to
rotate crankshaft up to a speed to ignite the engine and
bring almost no kickback.
“ES” START makes engine start far easier than you
ever expect.
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• Read and understand the entire operator’s manual
before using this machine.
• Follow all danger warnings in this manual.
• Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete
unit illustration found in the “DESCRIPTION” section
will help you locate them. Make sure the decal is
legible and that you understand and follow the
instructions on it. If a decal cannot be read, a new one
can be ordered from your ECHO dealer.
Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application Symbol form/shape
Symbol description/application
Carefully read the operator’s
manual
Wear eyes, ears and head
protection
Carburettor adjustment
-Idle speed
Carburettor adjustment
-High speed mixture
Carburettor adjustment
-Low speed mixture
Petrol and oil mixture
Emergency stop
DECALS AND SYMBOLS
Guaranteed sound power level
Purge bulb
(Primer)
DANGER
This symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER”
calls attentions to an act or a condition which will
lead to serious personal injury or death of operators
and bystanders.
WARNING
This symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING”
calls attentions to an act or a condition which can
lead to serious personal injury or death of operators
and bystanders.
CAUTION
“CAUTION” indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Circle and slash symbol means whatever
is shown is prohibited.
NOTE
This enclosed message provides tips for use, care
and maintenance of the unit.
Finger severing
Part number X505-002030
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OPERATOR SAFETY
• Read this Trimmer Operator’s Manual carefully.
Be sure you understand how to operate this unit
properly before you use it.
• If you have any questions or problems, please contact
your ECHO dealer.
• Be familiar with all the controls and the proper use of
the machine.
• Wear proper clothing to protect legs and other
exposed parts of your body.
• Wear non-skid sole shoes. Do not wear open-toed
shoes or operate unit while bare footed.
• Wear eye and hearing protection devices.
• Use caution when handling fuel. Put the caps back
tightly on both the fuel can and the trimmer fuel tank.
Move at least 3 m from the refuelling point and be
sure there is no leakage of fuel from the fuel tank cap
or the fuel system before starting the engine.
• Do all cutting at full throttle speed. Cutting at less at
than full speed can damage the clutch by allowing it
to slip.
SAFETY
WARNING
TRIMMER USERS RISK INJURY TO
THEMSELVES AND OTHERS IF THE TRIMMER IS
USED IMPROPERLY, AND/OR SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. PROPER
CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE WORN
WHEN OPERATING TRIMMER.
• Start the unit on the ground with the throttle set at
idle. Do not start if the blades are obstructed by the
ground or any other object.
• Inspect area that trimmer will be used in. Remove
stones, metal objects and any other object that could
jam or damage the trimmer.
• Never allow children to use the machine.
• Do not allow anyone to hold the material you are
cutting.
• Keep a firm grip on the trimmer with both hands, the
right hand on the front handle, the left hand on the
rear handle.
• Operate this petrol engine powered equipment in a
well-ventilated area only.
3 m
DANGER
ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE WHEN A BLADE
JAM OCCURS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE
AN OBJECT CAUSING A BLADE JAM IF THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING. PHYSICAL INJURY CAN
OCCUR IF A BLADE JAM IS REMOVED AND THE
BLADES START MOVING.
WARNING
USE A FIRM GRIP WITH THUMBS AND FINGERS
ENCIRCLING THE HANDLES. A FIRM GRIP WILL
HELP YOU KEEP CONTROL OF THE TRIMMER.
NEVER OPERATE THE TRIMMER ONLY ONE
HAND OR BODILY INJURY CAN OCCUR.
• Always carry the trimmer with the engine stopped and
the HOT silencer away from your body.
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Painful or numb fingers?
See your doctor
• Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts. Use of
sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear, and safety glasses
is recommended.
• While operating the machine be always sure of a
secure position.
• Wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves to improve
your grip on the trimmer handles. The gloves also
help reduce the transmission of machine vibrations to
your hands.
PROTECTING OTHERS
Spectators, children, fellow workers and animals must
be warned to come no nearer than 10 m while the
trimmer is in use.
People working in the area near you should wear the
same protective equipment as the operator.
Never allow children to use the machine.
Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert
for possible hazards that you may not hear due to the
noise of the machine.
PHYSICAL CONDITION
Your judgement and dexterity may be impaired if you
are ill or have taken alcohol or other substances known
to affect the way you would normally function.
WARNING
PRECAUTION AGAINST VIBRATION
AND COLD
IT IS BELIEVED THAT A CONDITION CALLED
RAYNAUD’S PHENOMENON WHICH AFFECTS
THE FINGERS OF CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS IS
BROUGHT ABOUT BY EXPOSURE TO COLD AND
VIBRATION.
ACCORDINGLY, YOUR ECHO TRIMMER HAS
SHOCK MOUNT AND RUBBERED GRIP.
DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE INTENSITY OF
VIBRATION TRANSMITTED THROUGH THE
HANDLES.
EXPOSURE TO COLD AND VIBRATION MAY
CAUSE TINGLING AND BURNING, FOLLOWED
BY LOSS OF COLOUR AND NUMBNESS IN A
PERSON’S FINGERS.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU TAKE THE
FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS BECAUSE THE
MINIMUM EXPOSURE WHICH MIGHT TRIGGER
THE AILMENT IS UNKNOWN.
• KEEP YOUR BODY WARM - ESPECIALLY
HEAD, NECK, FEET AND ANKLES, AND HANDS
AND WRISTS.
• MAINTAIN GOOD BLOOD CIRCULATION BY
PERFORMING VIGOROUS ARM EXERCISES
DURING FREQUENT WORK BREAKS, AND
ALSO BY NOT SMOKING.
• LIMIT THE NUMBER OF HOURS OF
OPERATION.
TRY TO FILL A PART OF EACH WORK DAY
WITH JOBS WHERE OPERATING THE TRIMMER
OR OTHER HAND-HELD POWER TOOLS IS NOT
REQUIRED.
• IF YOU EXPERIENCE DISCOMFORT,
REDNESS AND SWELLING OF THE
FINGERS, FOLLOWED WHITENING AND LOSS
OF FEELING, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN
BEFORE EXPOSING YOURSELF FURTHER TO
COLD AND VIBRATION.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
• Always wear protection goggles that meet the national
standards.
• ECHO advises wearing hearing protection at all times.
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• Before trimming, check the area and remove all
obstacles and objects that could be thrown.
• Do not force the blades and only move as quickly as
the blades will allow.
• Stop the engine and disconnect from ignition cable
before: - cleaning or when clearing a blockage;
checking, maintenance or working on the machine.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
• Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are
qualified to do so.
• Do not operate the machine with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device.
• Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted when
using the machine. Never attempt to use an
incomplete machine or one fitted with an unauthorized
modification.
• When transporting or storing the machine always fit
the blade cover.
• To reduce fire hazard keep engine and silencer free
of debris, leaves or excessive grease.
• Handle blade with care, contacting with metal blades
may cause injury.
• Plan to trim regularly to make it easier to keep neat
edges and to avoid having to make more than one
pass.
• When starting to trim, run the engine at full throttle.
WARNING
BEFORE TRIMMING, BE SURE TO READ AND
UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL TO AVOID THE CHANCE OF SERIOUS
INJURY.
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