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Operator's Manual
Two-Person Earth Auger Powerhead 9800 Series
CAUTION
ALWAyS HANDLE FUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA,
OUTDOORS, AWAy FROM FLAMES OR SPARkS.
DO NOT START ENGINE IF FUEL IS SPILLED. WIPE OFF
ExCESS FUEL AND ALLOW TO DRy. REMOVE ENGINE
FROM AREA TO AVOID SPARkS.
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING: ENGINE MUST BE
TURNED OFF AND COOL, AND SPARk PLUG WIRE MUST
BE REMOVED FROM SPARk PLUG BEFORE CHECkING
AND ADJUSTING ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT.
DO NOT OPERATE AUGER BEFORE READING THE
ENGINE MANUAL PROVIDED IN THE PARTS PACkET.
ALWAyS WEAR A PROTECTIVE HEARING DEVICE.
IF AUGER IS MOUNTED TO ENGINE, ALL SAFETy GUARDS
MUST BE SECURELy ON TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURy.
STARTER ROPE CAN CAUSE AN UNANTICIPATED JERk
TOWARDS ENGINE. PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
TO AVOID INJURy.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER TRyING STARTING
PROCEDURES, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 800-345-6007.
NEVER LEAVE ENGINE RUNNING WHILE UNATTEND-
ED. TURN OFF AFTER EVERy USE.
NEVER CARRy POWERHEAD AND AUGER BETWEEN
HOLES WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
IMPORTANT
ENGINE CAN OVERHEAT AND BECOME DAMAGED IF DE-
BRIS BLOCkS THE COOLING FINS OR RECOIL HOUSING.
NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEAN-
ER INSTALLED ON ENGINE.
STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE
TO START ENGINE:
1. Open fuel shut-off valve.
2. Flip the on/off switch to ON position.
3. Move choke lever to the CHOkE position.
NOTE: Do not use the choke to restart a warm engine after
a short shut down.
4. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out, slowly, until it pulls
slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. Then pull rope with a
rapid full arm stroke. Let rope return to starter slowly.
WARNING
MAkE SURE THE UNIT IS IN A STABLE POSITION BE-
FORE PULLING THE STARTER HANDLE.
WHEN THE UNIT STARTS TO FIRE OR RUN, RELEASE
THE THROTTLE CONTROL MOMENTARILy WITH yOUR
RIGHT HAND AND RETURN yOUR LEFT HAND TO THE
HANDLEBAR POSITION TO MAINTAIN CONTROL AND
STABILITy OF THE UNIT WITH BOTH HANDS.
(metallic rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads.
This is no cause for concern.
• If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed,
under a normal load, change gasoline brands. If spark knock
or pinging persists, see an authorized servicing dealer.
FILLING FUEL TANk
1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before
refilling the gas tank.
2. Move to a well-ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames
and sparks.
3. Clean debris from area around the gas cap.
4. Loosen gas cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean, dry surface.
5. Carefully add fuel without spilling.
6. Do not fill gas tank completely full; allow space for fuel to expand.
7. Immediately replace gas cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled fuel
and allow to dry before starting engine.
IMPORTANT OPERATION NOTES
1. Read engine manual and follow instructions for fuel type,
starting, etc.
2. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two
hours of normal operation. During this break-in period clutch
slippage may occur. The clutch should be kept free of oil or
other moisture for efficient operation.
3. The earth auger unit should be operated no more than 20
degrees in any direction during continuous use, and limited to
30 degrees intermittently. This is recommended for adequate
lubrication and fuel delivery.
4. When digging in heavy soil, lift the earth auger unit out of
the hole once for every one foot of depth.
5. Never run engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.
6. Do not use an earth auger in ice.
7. Drill holes without placing excessive body weight on the unit.
The auger operates most efficiently with a shaving action
caused by the weight of the unit itself.
5. When engine fires or starts running, gradually move the choke
lever back to the RUN position.
TO STOP ENGINE:
1. Flip the on/off switch to the OFF position.
2. Close fuel shut-off valve.
