Echo HC-235 - Manual (Page 25)

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WARNING
During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear
of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
Long Term Storage (over 30 days)
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte-
nance which includes the following:
1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
WARNING
Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades
whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands.
DANGER
Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark, otherwise serious
personal injury may result.
2. Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.
3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris
from exterior of unit.
4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are
required.
5. Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be
certain the blade bolts are lubricated.
6. Install blade cover on blades.
7. Tighten all the screws and nuts.
IMPORTANT
Always store and transport hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to
prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. Always install blade cover when transport-
ing or storing unit.
8. Drain fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6 -7
times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then
drain the tank again. Close choke, start and run the
engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.
9. A. Allow engine to cool then remove the spark plug
and pour 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-stroke
engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug
hole.
B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute
the oil inside the engine.
C. Observe the piston location through the spark
plug hole. Pull the recoil handle slowly until the
piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it
there.
10. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable).