Echo HCA-265 - Manual (Page 17)

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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. Allow unit to cool before performing service.
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.
maIntenance Intervals
COMPONENT/SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
SKILL
LEVEL
REQ'D
DAILY OR
BEFORE
USE
EVERY
REFUEL
3 MONTHS
OR 90
HOURS
YEARLY 600
HOURS
Air Filter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C *
Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean 1 I / C
Fuel Filter Inspect/Replace 1 I * I / R *
Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect/Replace 1 I * R *
Fuel System Inspect/Replace 1 I (4) * I (4) *
Spark Plug Inspect/Clean/Replace 1 I / C / R *
Cooling System Inspect/Clean 2 I / C
Muffler Spark Arrestor Inspect/Clean/Replace 2 I / C / R *
Cylinder Exhaust Port Inspect/Clean/Decarbon 2 I / C
Drive Shaft (Flex Cable
Models)
Grease 2 I (1)
Gear Housing Grease 2 I (2)
Blades Inspect/Clean 1 I / C (3)
Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean 1 I / C *
Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace 1 I *
* All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection.
(3) Inspect blade and clean and sharpen as needed. Lubricate blades periodically during use.
(4) Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LETTER CODES: I = INSPECT, R = REPLACE, C = CLEAN
IMPORTANT NOTE - Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the
frequency of required maintenance.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:
(1) Apply POWER BLENDX
TM grease every 25 hours of use.
(2) Apply POWER BLENDX TM grease every 15 - 25 hours of use.
Your ECHO trimmer is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help
your trimmer achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take
your unit to an ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF
or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed see your Echo dealer for
repairs.
skIll level
Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.
Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.
ECHO offers REPOWER TM Maintenance Kits and Parts to make your maintenance job easier.