Assembly, Operation – Echo HCA-266 User Manual

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ASSEMBLY

HCA-266

ASSEMBLY

Gear Housing Assembly / Drive Shaft

Note: Hedge Trimmer Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to

protect hands.

1. Remove locating bolt (A) and loosen clamping bolt (B).

2. Remove vinyl cap from drive shaft.

3. Slide Gear Housing Assembly onto Drive Shaft. Be certain

the Flex Drive Shaft engages the hole in Driver Gear.

Flat edge of washer (D) must be against drive shaft.

4. Align locating hole in gear housing with locator hole in drive shaft.

5. Install locating bolt (A). Tighten clamping bolt (B).

Balance and Adjust Unit

1. Loosen harness clamp screw.

2. Put on harness and attach unit to harness.

3. Slide harness clamp up or down for comfortable operation.

4. Tighten harness clamp screw.

OPERATION

Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects
away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark
arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can create sparks if the
cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.