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ALWAYS PERFORM MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
WITH THE ENGINE POWERED OFF,
THE SPARK PLUG WIRE DETACHED, AND THE
AUGER TIP RESTING ON THE GROUND
Replace the cutting blade on the auger when it shows excessive
wear or it is unusually difficult to drill holes. To remove the cutting
blade from the auger, remove the two 1/2 in. hex cap screws. The
cutting blade can be replaced with a new blade or it can sharpened
with a file, then replaced.
Check the oil level after every 50 hours of operation. Use EP90
lubricant or equivalent and fill to oil level plug. Always use the
same replacement lubricant type.
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WARNING
Maintenance
HEX CAP
SCREWS
REPLACEABLE
CUTTING
EDGE
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Engine will not start
• Add fuel to fuel tank.
• Connect spark plug wire to spark plug
• Choke should be at start position for a cold start
• Engine On/Off switch is OFF
Engine runs rough, floods during operation
• Clean or replace air cleaner
Engine is hard to start
• Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Make sure the
2-cycle oil to gas mixture is correct.
• Make sure spark plug wire is securely attached
• Trigger safety control must be released
• Choke is not in proper start position
Engine misses or lacks power
• Remove and clean fuel tank
• Clean or replace air cleaner
• Improper carburetor adjustment, take to authorized
engine service center
• Replace spark plug and adjust gap
• Drain and refill gas tank and carburetor
Auger turns when engine idles
• Idle speed too high
Auger jumps when drilling
•
Cutting edge needs to be sharpened or replaced
