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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUALE PER L'OPERATORE
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
HCR-165ES
HCR-185ES
WARNING
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNUNG
LESEN SIE DIE BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG SORGFÄLTIG DURCH, UND
BEFOLGEN SIE DIE SICHERHEITSREGELN. ANDERNFALLS BESTEHT DAS
RISIKO SCHWERER VERLETZUNGEN.
AVVERTENZA
LEGGERE E SEGUIRE ATTENTAMENTE LE ISTRUZIONI PER LAVORARE IN
CONDIZIONI DI MASSIMA SICUREZZA. LA MANCATA OSSERVANZA DELLE
ISTRUZIONI POTREBBE PROVOCARE LESIONI GRAVI.
ADVERTENCIA
LEA ATENTAMENTE LAS INSTRUCCIONES Y SIGA LAS INDICACIONES
PARA UN FUNCIONAMIENTO SEGURO. DE NO HACERLO, PODRÍA SUFRIR
LESIONES GRAVES.
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1Top cover
ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HEDGE TRIMMER
HCR-165ES
HCR-185ES
WARNING
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Important information
2Important information
Please ensure that you read the operator's manual before using your product.
Intended use of this product
ECHO Hedge Trimmers are lightweight, high-performance, petrol engined units designed for hedge and shrub trim-
ming.
Do not use this unit for any purpose other than aforementioned.
Users of the product
You should not use this product until you have read the operator's manual carefully and fully absorbed its content.
This product should not be used by anyone who has failed to read the operator's manual properly, is suffering from a
cold, tiredness or otherwise in poor physical condition, or children.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their prop-
erty.
About your operator's manual
This manual contains necessary i nformation abo ut the operation and maintena nce of your prod uct. Please rea d it care-
fully and absorb its contents.
Always keep your manual in a place where it is readily accessible.
If you have lost your manual or it is damaged and no longer readable, please purchase a new one from your ECHO
DEALER.
The units used in thi s manual are SI units (I nternational System of Unit s). Figures in parentheses are reference values,
and there may be a slight conversion error in some cases.
Loaning or assigning your product
When loaning the pro duct described in t his manual to anoth er party, ensure that th e person borrowing and working with
the product receives the operat or's ma nual alo ng with the product . If you assi gn your prod uct t o another pa rty, pleas e
enclose the operator's manual with the product when handing it over.
Enquiries
Please contact your ECHO DEALER for requests regarding information about your product, the purchase of consum-
ables, repairs, and other such enquiries.
Notices
The content of this manual may be changed without notice for the purpose of upgrades to the product. Some of the
illustrations used may differ from the product itself in order to make the explanations clearer.
Please consult your ECHO DEALER if anything is unclear or of concern.
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 al-
most no kickback. "ES" START makes engine start far easier than you ever expect.
Manufacturer
YAMABIKO CORPORATION
7-2 SUEHIROCHO 1-CHOME, OHME, TOKYO 19 8-8760, JAPAN
Authorized Representative in Europe
Atlantic Bridge Limited
Atlantic House, PO Box 4800, Earley, Reading RG5 4GB, United Kingdom
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Contents
For safe use of your product...............................................................................................4
Warning notices.............................................................................................................4
Other indicators .............................................................................................................4
Symbols.........................................................................................................................4
Location in which the safety decal is attached...............................................................5
Handling fuel . ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...................................6
Handling the engine............................. ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...7
Handling the product . ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...8
Packing list........................................................................................................................12
Description........................................................................................................................13
Before you start ................................................................................................................14
Preparing the fuel ........................................................................................................ 14
Engine operation...............................................................................................................15
Starting the engine ......................................................................................................15
Stopping the engine............................. ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .16
Hedge and shrub trimming operation ...............................................................................17
Rotating operation .......................................................................................................17
Basic hedge trimming operation..................................................................................18
Maintenance and care .................................................................................. ...... ....... ...... .19
Servicing guidelines.....................................................................................................19
Maintenance and care .................................................................................................19
Storage .............................................................................................................................24
Long-term storage (30 days or more)..........................................................................24
Disposal procedure...........................................................................................................25
Specifications....................................................................................................................26
Declaration of conformity..................................................................................................27
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For safe use of your product
Be careful to read this section before using your product.
For safe use of your product
The precautions described in this section contain important safety information. Please observe them carefully.
You must also read the precautions that appear in the body of the manual itself.
Text following a [diamond mark] mark describes the potential consequences of failing to observe the precaution.
Warning notices
Situations where there is a risk of phy sic al inju ry to the op erator and other people are indicated in this manual and on th e product
itself by the following warning notices. Always read and observe them carefully in order to ensure safe operation.
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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.
Other indicators
As well as warning notices, this manual uses the following explanatory symbols:
This symbol accompanied by the
word "WARNING" calls attentions to
an act or a condition which can lead to
serious personal i njury or death o f operators and bystanders.
"CAUTION" indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate inju ry.
NOTE IMPORTANT
Circle and slash symbol means whatever is
shown is prohibited.
This enclosed mes sage pro vides tips
for use, care and mai nte nan ce of the
product.
Framed text featuring the word "IM-
PORTANT" contains important in formation about the use, checking,
maintenance a nd storag e of t he product described in this manual.
Symbols
In this manual and o n the pro duct i tself, a series of exp lanato ry sym bols is use d. Pleas e make s ure that yo u fully und erstan d what
each symbol means.
Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica-
tion
Carefully read the operator's
manual
Wear eyes, ears and head
protection
Safety / Alert
Finger severing
Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica-
tion
Petrol and oil mixture
Purge bulb (Primer)
Carburettor adjustment
- Low speed mixture
Carburettor adjustment
- High speed mixture
Emergency stop
Carburettor adjustment
- Idle speed
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For safe use of your product
Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica-
tion
Do not use the produc t in places with poor ventilation
Beware of fire
Beware of electric shocks
Guaranteed sound power level
Symbol form/shape Symbol description/applica-
tion
Choke Control
"Cold Start"
Position
(Choke Closed)
Choke Control
"Run"
Position
(Choke Open)
Beware of high-temperature
areas
Engine start
Location in which the safety decal is attached
The safety decal shown below has been attached to the products described in this manual. Ensure that you understand what
the decal means before using your product.
If the decal b ecomes unre adable due t o wear and t ear or damage , or peels off and is lost, pl ease purcha se a replace ment decal
from your ECHO DEALER and attach it in the location sho w n in the ill us trati ons be low . En su re that the decal is readab le a t all
times.
1. Safety decal (Part number X505-002030)
2. Safety decal (Part number X505-002310)
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For safe use of your product
Handling fuel
DANGER
Always keep well away from fire when refuelling
Fuel is highly inflammabl e an d lea ds to a risk of fire if mis hand led. U se extr e me c are w he n m ixing, storing or handling
or serious personal injury may result. Be careful to observe the following instructions.
Do not smoke or hold a flame near when refuelling.
Do not fuel up while the engine is hot or in operation.
If you do so, the fuel could ignite and cause fire, leading to burns.
About the container and refuelling place
Use an approved fuel container.
Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure.
Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to
equalize.
DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors.
ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
Fuel spills can cause fire
Observe the following precautions when refuelling:
Do not add so much fuel that it reaches the m outh of the
fuel tank. Keep the fuel within the prescribed leve l (up to
the shoulder level of the fuel tank).
Mop up any fuel that overflows or spills out due to overfilling.
Tighten the fuel tank cap securely after refuelling.
Fuel spills can cause fire and burns when ignited.
1. Fuel tank
2. Shoulder level
Do not start the eng ine in the area where yo u refueled
You must not start the engine in the place where you
carried out the refuelling. Move at least 3m from the
place where you refueled before starting the engine.
Fuel leaks that occur while refuel-
ling can cause fire if ignited.
Fuel leaks cause fire
After refuelling, always check
that there are no leaks or discharges of fuel from the fuel
pipe, fuel system grommets, or
around the fuel tank cap.
If you do find fuel leaks or discharges, stop using the
product immediately and contac t your dea ler to hav e it
repaired.
Any fuel leaks could cause fire.
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For safe use of your product
Handling the engine
WARNING
Starting the engine
Be particularly careful to observe the following precautions when starting the engine:
Always ensure all han dles and guards are fitted
Check that none of the nuts and bolts are loose
Check that there are no fuel leaks
Check that the cutter blades is not damaged or excessively worn. If you find any abnormalities, do not use
the product.
Place the product in a flat, well ventilated place
Leave plenty of space around the product and do not allow people or animals near it
Remove obstructions, if any
Make sure that the cutter blades is not touching the
ground or any obstacles
Start the engine with the t hrottle trigger in the idle speed
position
Hold the product firmly to the ground when starting the
engine
Do not start the engine holding the product in the air
Failure to observe the precau tio ns coul d cause an acci dent
or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
Put safety first in the case of fire or smoke
If fire comes from the engine or smoke appears from
any area other than the exhaust vent, first distance
yourself from the product to ensure yo ur phys ical safety.
Use a shovel to throw sand or other such
material on the fire to prevent it from
spreading, or put it out with a fire extinguisher.
A panicked reaction c ould result in the fire and
other damage becoming more extensive.
Exhaust fumes are toxic
The exhaust fumes from the engine contain toxic g ases.
Do not operate the product indoors or in a pla stic greenhouse or in other ill ventilated places.
The exhaust fumes could cause poisoning.
Once the engine has st arted , check f or a b nor mal v ibrations and sounds
Check that there are no abnor m al v ibrations or sounds
once the engine starts. Do not use the product if there
are abnormal vibratio ns or sounds . Contact your dea ler
to have it repaired.
Accidents involving parts that fall or shatter off can cause
wounds or serious injury.
Do not touch high temperature or high voltage components while the product is running
Do not touch the following high temperature or high voltage components while the product is running or for some
time after it stops.
Silencer, spark plug, gear housing, and
other high temperature components
You could burn yourself if you touch a high
temperature component.
Spark plug, spark plug wire, and other
high voltage components
You could receive an electric shock if you
touch a high voltage com po nen t w hil e the
product is running.
Turn off the engine when checking or maintaining
the product
Observe the following precautions when checking and
maintaining your product after use:
Turn the engine off and do not attempt to check or maintain the product until the engine has cooled
You could burn yourself.
Remove the spark plug cap before performing checks
and maintenance
An accident could occur if the product starts unexpectedly.
Checking the spark plug
Observe the following precautions when checking the
spark plug.
If the electrodes or terminals are worn, or if there are
cracks in the ceramics, replace them with new parts.
The spark test (for checking whether the spark plug is
sparking) must be carried out by your dealer.
The spark test must not be carried out in proximity of
the spark plug hole.
The spark test must not be performed in places where
there are fuel spills or inflammable gases
You must not touch the
metal parts of the spark
plug
The spark plug could ig-
nite a fire or give you an
electric shock.
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For safe use of your product
Handling the product
General precautions
WARNING
Operator's manual
Be careful to read the operator's manual
properly before using your pr oduct in order to ensure correct operation.
Failure to do so co uld lead to an acci dent or
serious inju ry.
Do not use the product for anything
other than its intended purpose
You must not use the product for any purpose other
than those described in the operator's manual.
To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Do not modify the product
You must not modify the product.
To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. Any
malfunction resulting from a modification to the product will
not be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Loaning or assigning your product
When loaning your product to another party, ensure
that the person borrowing the product receives the operator's manual along with it.
If you assign your product to another party, please enclose the o perator's manual with the produc t when
handing it over.
Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Being prepared in case of an injury
In the unlikely event of an accident or injury, please ensure
that you are prepared.
First aid kit
Towels and wipes (to stop any bleeding)
Whistle or mobile phone (for calling outside help)
If you are unable t o pe rform fi rst aid or call for outside hel p,
the injury could worsen.
Do not use the pr oduct unless it has been checke d
and maintained
You must not use the product unless it has been
checked and maintained. Always ensure that the product is checked and maintained on a regular basis.
Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Precautions for use
DANGER
Starting the engine
Never try to start the engine b y pos ition ing y our se lf on
the blade side.
Physical injury can occ ur if the cutter bl ades sudden ly starts
to move.
Do not remove the blunt extension
Do not operate the product without the bl unt extension.
If it needs to be removed for the sake of maintenance,
consult your dealer.
Failure to comply may result in serious injury.
Always stop the engine when a blades jam occurs
Do not attempt to remove an object causing a blades
jam if the engine is running.
Physical injury can occur i f a blad es jam is rem oved a nd the
blades starts moving.
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For safe use of your product
WARNING
Users of the product
The product should not be used by:
people who are tired
people who have taken alcohol
people who are on medication
people who are pregnant
people who are in poor physical
condition
people who have not read the operator's manual
children
Failure to observe these instruc-
tions could lead to an accident.
The ignition system of this product generates electro-
magnetic fields during operation. Magnetic fields can
cause pacemaker interfe rence o r pa cemak er failur e. T o
reduce health risks, we recomme nd that pacema ker users consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this product.
Environment of use and operation
Do not use the product in places w here there is no sure
foothold, such as on steep slopes or after rainfall, as
such places are slippery and dangerous.
Do not operate the product at night or in dark places
with poor visibility.
A serious injury could result if you fall or slip, or fail to oper-
ate the product correctly.
Transport of the product
When transporting in the situati ons des cribed b elow, turn
off the engine and ensure that the cutter blades has
stopped moving, then fit the blade cover and position the
silencer away from yourself.
Moving to the place where you are working
Moving to another area while you are working
Leaving the place where you have been working
Failure to observe these precautions could cau s e burns or
serious inju ry.
When transporting the product by car, empty the fuel
tank, fit the blade cover, and secure the product firmly
in place to prevent it from moving around.
Travelling by car with fuel in the fuel tank cou ld lead to a fire.
Vibration and cold
It is believed that a condition called Raynaud's Phenomenon which affects the finger s of certain ind ividuals may be
brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and bu rning,
followed by loss of colour and numbness in the fingers.
The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.
Keep your body warm, especially the head and neck,
feet and ankles, and hands and wrists.
Maintain good blood circulation by perform ing vigorous
arm exercises during frequ ent work breaks, and also by
not smoking.
Limit the number of hours of operation.
Try to fill each day wi th jobs wher e operating the hedge
trimmer or other hand-held power equipment is not required.
If you experience discomfort redness and sw elli ng of
the fingers, followed by whitening and loss of feeling,
consult your physician before ex posing yourself further
to cold and vibration.
Failure to observe thes e instructions could result in d amage
to your health.
Repetitive stress injuries
It is believed that over-using the muscles and tendons of
the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness and extreme pain to
the areas just mentioned. Certai n repetitive hand activities
may put you at a high risk for developing a repetitive
stress injury (RSI).
To reduce the risk of RSI, do the following:
Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted
position.
Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest
your hands. Reduce the speed and force in which you
do the repetitive movement.
Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles.
See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in
your fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI is
diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle
damage can be prevented.
Failure to observe thes e instructions could result in d amage
to your health.
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For safe use of your product
WARNING
Remove foreign objects and obstructions before
working with the product
Inspect area that the product will be used in. Remove
stones, metal objects and any other object that could
jam or damage the product.
An accident or serious injury can occur if foreign objects
throw the cutting device.
Turn off the engine immediately if anything goes
wrong
In the following situations, turn off th e engin e imme diately
and ensure that the cutting device has stopped before
checking each area of the product. Replace any damaged
parts.
If the cutting device hits a rock, tree, post, o r other such
obstruction while you work.
If the product suddenly starts to vibrate abnormally.
Continuing to use parts when they are damaged could lead
to an accident or serious injury.
Do not operate the product one-handed
Failure to observe these instructions will c ause the product
Keep both hands on handles while the engine is running. Never operate the product with only one hand.
Keep a firm grip on the hedge trimmer with both hands,
one hand on the front handle, t he other hand on the rea r
handle.
Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the
handles.
Never remove hands from the product when the blades
are moving.
to be held unsteadily and could result in serious injury.
The area within a 10 m radius is a danger zone
The area within a 10 m radius of the product is a danger
zone. Be careful to observe the following precautions
while working with the product.
Do not allow children and other people or pets to enter
the danger zone.
If another person enters the danger zone, turn off the
engine to stop the blades.
When approaching the operator, signal to him by, for
example, throwing twigs from o utside the danger zone,
and then check that en gine has been switched off and
the blades has stopped moving.
Do not allow anyone to hold the material you are cutting.
Any contact with the cutter blades could cause serious inju-
ry.
Do not use the product when the cutter blades is
moving at idle speed
You must not use the product while the cutter blad es is
moving if the Hedge Trimmer is running with the throttle
trigger in the idle speed position. Tur n off the engine immediately and adjust the carburettor.
To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Make sure that the cutt er blades is stopped before
putting the product on the ground
When you turn off the engine, check to ensure the cutter
blades has stopped moving before you lower the product to the ground.
Even if the engine has been turned off, the blades can still
cause an injury while free-wheeling.
Remove debris from the silencer
If objects such as grasses, leaves, twigs or excessive
grease got stuck over the area around the silencer of
the engine, stop the engine and re move th em pa ying attention not to touch hot spots.
Failure to do so could lead to a fire.
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For safe use of your product
WARNING
Do not use the product to cut hard objects
Do not use the product to cut hard objects such as
wires or steel plates.
If the blades strikes an obstruction or is prevent ed from
functioning properly, stop the engine and inspect the
blades for damage.
Failure to follow these instructions could cause breakage of
the product or an accident.
Never use the product getting on a ladder or a stool
Do not overreach or stand on unstable surfaces.
Do not use the product w hen bein g at the top of the ladder or standing on a stool.
Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Stop the engine before rotating operation
Make sure to stop the engine before rotating the rear
handle. Never rotate the handle without turning off the
engine even when the throttle tri gger is in the idle speed
position.
Failure to observe these instructions will c ause the product
to be held unsteadily and could result in serious injury.
Protective gear
WARNING
Wear protective gear
Always wear the following protective gear when working
with the hedge trimmer.
a Head protection (helmet): Pro tec ts the hea d
b Ear muffs or ear plugs: Protect the hearing
c Safety goggles: Protect the eyes
d Safety gloves: Protect the hands from cold and vibration
e Work clothes that fit (long sleeves, long trousers): Pro-
tect the body
f Heavy duty, non-slip protective boots or non-slip work
shoes : Protect the feet
Failure to observe these precautions coul d result in damage
to your sight or hearing, or lead to a serious injury.
When necessary, please use the protective gear below.
Dust mask: Protects the breathing apparatus
Bee net: To deal with attacks by bees
Wear proper clothing
Do not wear ties, jewellery, or loose, dangling clothing which could be
caught in the unit. Do not wear open toed footwear, or go bare-foot or bar elegged.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to your sight or
hearing, or lead to a serious injury.
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Packing list
The following parts are packed separately in the packing box.
When you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains.
Contact your ECHO DEALER if anything is missing or broken.
Number Part name Qu ant ity
(1) Hedge trimmer assembly 1
(2) Blade cover 1
Packing list
(3) Operator's manual 1
(4) T-wrench 1
(5) Open end wrench 1
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Description
Description
1. Front handle Handle located on the cutting device.
2. Carburettor Device for mixing fuel and air in the correct
proportions.
3. Throttle trigger lockout Device that prevents the accidental operation of the throttle trigger until manually released.
4. Rear handle Handle located furthest from the cutting device.
5. Throttl e trigger Devic e activated by the operator's finger,
for controlling the engine speed.
6. Air cleaner cover Covers air filter.
7. Spark plug
8. Blunt exte nsion An extending blunt part of the cutting device. (Applicable to double edged blade unit)
9. Cutting device That part of th e assem bl y of cu tte r blad e
and shear plate together with any supporting part, whic h
performs the cutting action.
10. Silence r cover Cover for the silenc er to prevent operator
contact with hot exhaust.
11. Gear housing Hous ing to su pport the ge ars that re duce
the speed of engine to cutting attachment.
12. Fuel tank Contains fuel and fuel filter.
13. Rotation lock button A button t o lock the rotation o f the
rear handle.
14. Ignition switch Device for allowing the engine to be
started and stopped.
15. Fuel tank cap For closing the fuel tank.
16. Starter handle Pull handle to start the engine.
17. Guard Guard between the front handle and cutting device for protecting the hand from injuries if the hand slips
off the handle.
18. Blade cover When transpo rting or stori ng the produc t always fit the blade cover.
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Before you start
Before you start
Preparing the fuel
DANGER
Fuel is highly inflammable and there is a risk of fire if it is handled incorrectly. Carefully read
and observe the precautions in the sectio n of this man ual titled "For sa fe use of your prod uct".
Once the refuelling is complete, securely tighten the fuel tank cap and do not forget to
check that there are no l eaks or discharges of fuel fr om the fuel pipe, fuel system gr ommets,
or around the fuel tank cap. If you do find fuel leak s or discharges, stop using the product
immediately and contact your dealer to have it repaired.
If the fuel ignites, it could cause burns and fire.
CAUTION
There is difference in pressure between the fuel tank and the outside air. When refuelling, loosen the fuel tank cap
slightly to eliminate the difference in pressure.
Otherwise, fuel may get spewed.
NOTE
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect use in thirty (30) days. Do not mix directly in fuel tank.
Fuel
Fuel supply
1. Fuel tank 2. Shoulder level
Fuel is a mixture of regular grade petrol and an air-cooled 2-
stroke engine oil of reputable brand name.
Minimum 89 Octane unleaded petrol is recommended . Do not
use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl
alcohol.
Recommended mixture ratio; 50 : 1 (2 %) for ISO-L-EGD
Standard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC, FD grade and ECHO
Premium 50 : 1 oil.
- Do not mix directly in engine fuel tank.
- Avoid spilling petrol or oil. Spilled fuel should always be
wiped up.
- Handle petrol with care, it is highly inflammable.
- Always store fuel in approved container.
Always refuel in a well ventilated location. Do not pour fuel in-
doors.
Place the prod uc t an d the refuelling tank on th e g r oun d when
performing the refuelling operat ion . Do not refu el the prod uc t
on the loading platform of a truck, or in other such places.
Always ensure that the fuel level remains below the shoulder
level of the fuel tank when refuelling.
There is a difference in pressure between the fuel ta nk and the
outside air. When refu elling, loosen the fuel ta nk cap slightly to
eliminate the difference in pressure.
Always wipe up any fuel spills.
Move at least 3m away from where you refueled before you
start the engine.
Keep the refuelling tank in a shaded area away from fire.
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Engine operation
Engine operation
Starting the engine
WARNING
When starting the engine , obser ve the precaut ions describe d from Page 4 in the section "For safe use of your product" to ensure that you operate the product correctly.
If the cutter blade moves even though the throttle trigger is in the idle speed position when the engine is started,
adjust the carburettor before using the product.
Cutter blade will start moving as engine attains clutch engagement speed.
Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
NOTE
Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. Do not pull the starter rope out to more than 2/3 of its length.
Do not let go of the starter grip as it returns.
Starting a cold engine
(Connect the spark plug cap if the produ ct has been i n storage fo r
a long period of time)
1. Ignitio n swit c h
2. Thrott le tri g ge r
1. Choke leve r
2. Purge bulb
1. Starter handle
The starting procedu re de pends on wh ether the engin e is co ld or
warm. A cold engine is started as follows.
3. Throttle trigger lockout
1. Remove the blade cover and check the cutter blades. If anything is wrong, replace it with a new one.
2. Placing the product on l evel ground, check to ensure that the
blades does not come into contact with the surface of the
ground or any other imped iment using a beam or other such
implement.
3. Check that there are no fuel leaks.
4. Move the ignition switch away from the Stop position.
5. Move the choke lever to the "Cold Start" position.
6. Alternately press and release the purge bu lb un til the fu el is
sucked up int o it.
3. Cold Start
4. Run
7. Checking that the area around you is safe, hold the front
handle firmly with your l eft han d as show n in the ill ustrati on,
pulling several times on the starter grip.
8. If you hear an explosion-like so und and the en gine stops immediately, move the choke lever to the "Run" position and
continue pulling on the starter grip to start the engine.
9. If the engine starts immediately when you carry out the instructions in step 7, above, return the choke lever gently to
the "Run" position.
10. Leave the engine to warm up at idle speed for a while.
11. Depress the throttle trigger lockout and gradually squeeze
the throttle trigger.
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Engine operation
Engine warm-up
Starting a warm engine
1. Once the engine starts, allow it to warm up for 2 to 3 minute s
at idling (i.e. low speed).
2. Warming the engine helps to lubricate its internal workings
more smoothly. Allow the engine to warm up fully, es pecially
when it is cold.
1. Move the ignition switch away from the Stop position.
2. Make sure that the throttle trigger is at the idle speed position.
1. Ignitio n swit c h
2. Thrott le tri g ge r
1. Choke lever
2. Purge bulb
Stopping the engine
1. Ignitio n swit c h
2. Thrott le tri g ge r
3. Throttle trigger lockout
3. Check that the choke lever is in the "Run" position.
4. If fuel tank is not empty, pull on the starter grip to start the
engine.
5. If no fuel is visible in the purg e bulb, alterna tely press a nd release the purge bulb until the fuel is sucked up into it.
6. Checking that the area around you is safe and pull on the
starter grip to start the engine.
3. Cold Star t
4. Run
1. Release the throttle trigger and set the engine to idling (i.e.
low speed).
2. Move the ignition switch to the Stop position.
3. In the event of an emergency, stop the engine immediately
using the ignition switch.
4. If the engine fails to stop, move t he chok e lev er to the " Cold
Start" position. The engine will stall and come to a halt (a
choke stop).
∗ If the engine fails to stop when the ignition switch is used, have
the ignition switc h checked and rep aired by your de aler before
you use the product again.
3. Stop
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Rotating operation
Hedge and shrub trimming operation
Hedge and shrub trimming operation
In order to enable an operator to do hedge and shrub trimming
work in an effortless and comfortable position, the rear handle
can be rotated (C D) with the moving direction of the cutting
blade (A B) as its axis.
The rotation can be located at 45° and 90° to the right and left respectively.
1. Cutting blade
2. Rotation lock button
3. Thrott le tri g ge r
4. Rear handle
5. Throttle trigger lockout
Procedure
WARNING
Never fail to stop the engine before rotating operation!
Failure to observe these instructions will cause the product
to be held unsteadily and could result in serious injury.
1. Unlock the locked rotation by pressing the rotation lock button.
2. Rotate the rear handle to the specifie d position (45° o r 90° to
the right or left). When the lock position is reached, a click
emanates.
3. Grip the throttle trigger while pressing the throttle trigger
lockout and the ro tation loc k button is pushed out t o lock the
rotation of the rear handle.
Lock positions
45° to the right 90° to the right
45° to the left 90° to the left
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Hedge and shrub trimming operation
Basic hedge trimming operation
NOTE
This product is designed to cut shrubs and hedges with branches no larger than 6 mm in diameter.
When starting to trim, run the engin e at full throttl e. Cu tti ng at les s at tha n full spee d can dama ge the clut ch by allo w ing it to
slip. When you do not conduct trimming or cutting work, do not run the engine at full throttle.
Pulling the thro ttle trigge r after the e ngine is st arted will c ause
the engine speed to ris e and the cutter blad es to start moving.
Adjust the engine speed depending on, for example, the
amount of the hedges to be cut.
1. Thrott le tri g ge r
2. High speed
3. Idling
Conduct cutting work with the cutter blades positioned away
from you. Do not orient the cutter blades toward yourself or put
it closer to yourself.
When cutting the top of the hedges or shrubs, do so by mo ving
the cutter blades from s ide to s ide. Tidy trimmin g will be m ade
possible by moving the blades slightly cast down.
When cutting sides, do so by moving the cutter blades in the
bottom-up direction for tidy trimming.
Do not press the cutter blades against the objects like trees.
Operate the prod uct in accordance with the movement an d the
speed of the cutter blades.
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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
Servicing guidelines
Area Maintenance Page Before use Monthly
Air filter Clean/Replace 19 •
Fuel filter Inspect/Clean/Replace 19 •
Spark plug Inspect/Clean/Adjust/Replace 21 •
Carburettor Adjust/Replace and adjust 20 •
Cooling system Inspect/Clean 20 •
Silencer Inspect/Tighten/Clean 20 •
Gear housing Grease 22 • (15 - 20h)
Starter Inspect 23 •
Blades Inspect/Clean/Lubricate 21 •
Fuel system Inspect 21 •
Screws, bolts and nuts Inspect/Tighten/Replace - •
IMPORTANT
Time intervals are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. Record
dates of monthly and yearly inspections.
Maintenance and care
If you have any questions or problems, please contact your dealer.
Cleaning air filter
NOTE
If filter is excessively dirty or no longer fit s properl y, repla ce
it.
Ensure that the filter is completely dry before reinstalling it.
1. Close choke. Loosen cleaner cover knob and remove air
cleaner cover and air filter.
2. Carefully brush dirt from filter or clean with a nonflammable
solvent if necessary. Dry it completely before installation.
1. Air filter
2. Air cleaner cover
Cleaning fuel filter
3. Cleaner cover knob
3. Reinstall air filter with cove r, after ins talli ng air fil ter to co ver.
1. Pick up fuel filter through fuel tank opening with a piece of
steel wire or the like.
2. Clean filter in a suitable cleaner or replace it if necessary.
3. Reinstall the filter.
1. Fuel filter
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Maintenance and care
Carburettor adjustment
WARNING
When carburettor adjustm ent is co mpleted, cutter b lade should no t move at idle , otherwise se rious persona l injury ma y
result.
CAUTION
When starting, idle speed adjuster (T) should be adjusted not to move the cutter blade.
When there is some trouble with the carburettor, contact your dealer.
Every unit is test run at the factory and the carburettor is fine
tuned for maximum performance.
Before adjusting carburettor, clean or replace air filter, start engine and run several minu tes to bring i t to operating temperature .
1. Idle Speed Adjustment.
Start engine and turn i dle speed adjustment screw (T) c lockwise until the blade s be gi n to m ov e, th en turn the screw (T)
anticlockwise until the blades stop moving. Turn screw (T)
anticlockwise an additional 1/2 turn.
2. Accelerate to full throttle for 2 to 3 seconds to clear excess
fuel from engine the n return to idle. Acc elerate to full throt tle
to check for smooth transition from idle to full throttle.
T: Idle speed adjuster
Cooling system
1. Cylinde r fins 2. Cooling air int ak e
Cleaning silencer
1. Remove dirt and debris from cylinder fins.
2. Remove debris around the cooling air intake.
WARNING
Never operate the unit with a damag e or missi ng sile ncer or spark arrester. Operating with a missing or damaged spark arrester is a fire hazard, and could also
damage your hearing.
Carbon depo sits in si lence r wi ll ca use a d rop in engin e output
and overheating. Spark arrestor screen must be checked periodically. Clean deposits from silencer.
IMPORTANT
Do not remove the silenc er cover. If necessa ry, Please consult
your dealer.
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Check fuel system
1. Fuel tank cap
Check spark plug
Maintenance and care
Check before every use.
After refuelling, make sure fuel does not leak or exude from
around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or fuel tank cap.
In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a danger of fire.
Stop using the machine im me diately and request your deal er
to inspect or replace.
Check plug gap. Correct gap is 0.6 mm to 0.7 mm.
Inspect electrode for wear.
Inspect insulator for oil or other deposits.
Replace plug if needed and tighten to 15 N•m - 17 N•m (150
kgf•cm to 170 kgf•cm).
a: 0.6 - 0.7 mm
Care for cutting blades
CAUTION
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp blades.
Failure to observe th ese precautions could lead to injury.
1. Bolt slots
Lubricating blades (Every 4 hours of operation)
Apply a few drops of oil the each bolt slots at the bottom of
blades.
Cleaning blades (After each use)
Remove gummy r esidue from blade s with a 50 : 50 mixture of
kerosene (paraffin) and machine oil.
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Maintenance and care
Adjusting gap between blades (As needed)
Loosen the locknuts 1/2 turn with T-wrench.
Tighten the blade bol ts until snug with 10 m m ope n e nd wrench.
Loosen the bolts 1/4 - 1/2 turn.
Hold the bolts from turning and tighten the locknuts.
When bolt adjustment is correct, there should be a gap of 0.25 -
0.50 mm between the cutter bla des and the fla t washers, and the
flat washer beneath each bolt head should turn freely.
1. Locknut
2. Bolt
Lubricating gear housing
1. Grease fitting
3. Loosen 1/4 - 1/2 turn
4. Washer
1. Clean dirt from grease fitting.
2. Hold the product firmly and carefully pump grease in fitting.
Do not force grease. Too much pressure will force grease
past seals and cause damag e. Apply 1 - 2 pumps of
grease every 15 - 20 hours of operation.
NOTE
Use good quality lithium multi grease.
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Maintenance and care
Troubleshooting table
Problem Diagnosis Cause Solution
The engine does
not start
Engine is difficult to
start, fluctuating rotation
Engine starts but
no acceleration is
possible
The engine stops Carburettor adjustment problem
Fuel is entering the overflow pipe
No fuel is entering the
overflow pipe
The spark plug is dirty or
damp
There is no fuel in the fuel tank
The ignition switch is in the Stop posi-
tion
Excess fuel suction
Electrical fault
Carburettor malfunction or internal
sticking
Internal engine malfunction
Fuel degradation
Carburettor problem
Fuel filter is clogged
Fuel system is clogged
Internal carburettor parts sticking
Fuel degradation
Incorrect electrode gap
Carbon deposits
Electrical fault
Dirty air filter
Dirty fuel filter
Blocked fuel passage
Carburettor adjustment problem
Blocked exhaust vent or silencer vent
Electrical fault
Fuel supply
Move to the Start position
Start the engine after servicing
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
Replace with new fuel
Consult your dealer
Clean or replace
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
Replace
Replace
Replace
Consult your dealer
Clean or replace
Clean or replace
Consult your dealer
Adjust
Clean
Adjust
Consult your dealer
The engine fails to
stop
The cutter blades
moves when the
engine is idling
The cutter blades
gets blunt
Checking and mainten ance requires sp ecialis t knowledge. If yo u are unable to ch eck and main tain the produc t or deal with a
fault yourself, consult your dealer. Do not attempt to dismantle the product.
Consult your dealer in the event of a problem that is not covered in the table above, or other such concerns.
For spare parts and con sumables, plea se use only ge nuine parts and des ignated products and component s. Using parts from
other manufacturers or non-designated components may result in a malfunction.
Ignition switch malfunction Perform an emergency stop
and consult your dealer
Carburettor adjustment problem
Damaged clutch spring
Worn cutter blades
Big gap between upp er blade and low -
er blade
Slippage of the clutch
Adjust
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
Consult your dealer
NOTE
"ES" START (See page 2)
When starter handle cannot be pulled lightly, the trouble is diagnosed as failure of engine inside.
Please consult your dealer.
If disassembled inadvertently, it can cause injury.
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Storage
Storage
Long-term storage (30 days or more)
WARNING
Do not store in sealed locations filled with fuel gas, or close to naked flames or sparks.
You could cause a fire.
When storing the product for long periods of time (30 days or more), ensure that the following preparations for storage are carried out.
1. Empty the fuel tank completely.
A. Remove any fuel from the fuel tank.
B. Alternatel y pre ss and rele as e the purg e bul b a nu mber
of times to remove the fuel from the purge bulb.
C. Start the engi ne and run it at idl e speed until it comes to
a natural stop.
1. Ignition switch
2. Throttle trigger
3. Stop
2. Move the ignition switch to the Stop position.
3. Wipe clean any grease, oil, du st, di rt an d other materi als on
the outside of the hedge trimmer.
4. Perform the periodic checks prescribed in this manual.
5. Check that the screws and nuts are tightened. Tighten up
any that are loose.
6. Remove the spark plug and add the appropriate quantity
(around 10 mL) of clean, new 2-stroke engine oil to the cylinder via the installation socket.
A. Place a pie ce of clean cloth over the spark plu g installa -
tion socket.
B. Pull 2 or 3 times on the starter grip to distribute the en-
gine oil into the cylinder.
7. Fit the spark plug. (Do not connect the spark plug cap. )
8. Lubricate the blades with a heavy coat of oil to prevent rust.
9. Once the product is sufficiently cool and dry, fit the blade
cover onto the cutter bl ades and wrap the engi ne s ec tion in
a plastic ba g or other covering before putting the m in storage.
10. Store the product in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach
of children and other unauthorized persons.
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Disposal procedure
Disposal procedure
Dispose of waste oil in accordance with local regulations.
Major plastic pa rts making up the produc t have codes showing
their materials.
The codes refer to the following materials; dispose of those
plastic parts in accordance with local regulations.
Mark Material
>PA6-GF< Nylon 6 - Glass fiber
>PP-GF< Polypropylene - Glass fiber
>PE-HD< Polyethylene
Please contact your dealer in case you do not know how you
should dispose of waste oil / plastic parts.
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Specifications
Specifications
HCR-165ES HCR-185ES
Mass:
Unit, empty tank kg 5.1 5.3
Unit, full tank kg 5.4 5.6
Volume: Fuel tank mL 370
Cutting device:
Type Dual action, double sided
Cutting length mm 639 744
Pitch mm 35
Height mm 21
Gear ratio and lubrication: 5.75 reduction and good quality lithium grease
External Dimensions: length × width × height mm 1172 × 272 × 207 1277 × 272 × 207
Engine:
Type Air cooled Two stroke single cylinder
Engine displacement mL (cm³) 21.2
Maximum shaft brake power, measured in accordance
kW 0.57
with ISO 8893
Engine speed at maximum engine power r/min 7500
Recommended maximum engine speed (With STD at-
r/min 10300
tachment installed)
Recommended engine idling speed r/min 3300
Carburettor Diaphragm type
Ignition Flywheel magneto - CDI system
Spark plug NGK BPMR8Y
Starter Recoil starter ; "ES" START (See page 2)
Clutch Automatic Centrifugal
Fuel: Regular grade petrol. Minimum 89 Octane unleaded
petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing
methyl alcohol or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol.
Oil Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ISO-L-EGD Stand-
ard (ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC, FD grade and ECHO
Premium 50 : 1 oil.
Ratio 50 : 1 (2 %)
Fuel consumption at maximum engine power L/h 0.4
Specific fuel consumption at maximum engine power g/(kW•h) 515.2
Sound Pressure Level: (ISO 10517) L
K
)
pA
Sound Power Level: (ISO 1051 7) L
Vibration levels: (ISO 10517) a
hv,eq
WAd
pAd
(= L
(= L
WAeq
pAeq
+ K
+
WA
dB(A) 98.8 98.6
) dB(A) 105.7 105.4
Front handle m/s² 3.6 3.9
Rear handle m/s² 4.8 4.8
Uncertainty:K m/s² 5.0 5.0
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
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The undersigned manufacturer:
YAMABIKO CORPORATION
7-2 SUEHIR OCHO 1-CHOME
OHME; TOKYO 198-8760
JAPAN
declares that the hereunder specified new unit:
PORTABLE HEDGE TRIMMER
Brand: ECHO
Type: HCR-165ES
complies with:
* the requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC
(use of harmonized standard ISO 10517)
Declaration of conformity
Declaration of conformity
HCR-185ES
* the requirements of Directive 2004/108/EC
(use of harmonized standard EN ISO 14982)
* the requirements of Directive 2012/46/EU
* the requirements of Directive 2000/14/EC
Conformity assessment procedure followed ANNEX V
Measured sound power level dB(A) 104 104
Guaranteed sound power level dB(A) 107 107
HCR-165ES Serial Number 37001001 and up
HCR-185ES Serial Number 37001001 and up
Tokyo,
December 1st 2013
YAMABIKO CORPORATION
HCR-165ES HCR-185ES
The authorized representative in Europe who is auth orized to
compile the technical file.
Company: Atlantic Bridge Limited
Address: Atlantic House, PO Box 4800,
Earley, Reading RG5 4GB, UK
Yasuo Katsumata Mr. Philip Wicks
General Manager
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7-2 SUEHIROCHO 1-CHOME, OHME, TOKYO 198-8760, JAPAN
PHONE: 81-428-32-6118. FAX: 81-428-32-6145.
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2013
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