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Do not used unapproved gasoline such as E15 and
E85.
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. Starting
And Stopping Engine
TO START ENGINE:
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. Make sure engine drive controls, if equip are disengaged.
3. 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.
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS IN A STABLE POSITION
BEFORE 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.
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 PERFORMING
THE STARTING PROCEDURES, PLEASE CONTACT
OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 800-
345-6007.
NEVER LEAVE ENGINE RUNNING WHILE
UNATTENDED. TURN OFF AFTER EVERY USE.
NEVER CARRY POWERHEAD AND AUGER
BETWEEN HOLES WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
4. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out, slowly, until it
pulls slightly harder. Then pull rope with a rapid full arm
stroke. Let rope return to starter slowly.
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.
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Operator's Manual
Two-Man Earth Auger Powerhead 9800 Series
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