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taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas
where hills surround your working area.)
• NEVER run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed area.
(Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on one or
more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
• Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler pointed
in the direction away from the operator.
• Always run the unit with exhaust pointed away from the
operator and NEVER point the exhaust muffler towards by-
standers. Bystanders, other then the operator, should always
be many feet away from the operation of the engine and its
attachments.
• DO NOT change the engine governor settings or over-speed
the engine.
GASOLINE FIRES AND HANDLING FUEL SAFELY
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
• When storing extra fuel be sure that it is in an appropriate
container and away from any fire hazards.
• Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric dis-
charge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers ap-
proved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (U.L.) or the Ameri-
can Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).
• NEVER remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine run-
ning. Stop engine and allow to cool before filling.
• NEVER drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.
• Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area. NEVER
fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors. (Examples include: base-
ment, garage, barn, shed, house, porch, etc.) NEVER fill tank
near appliances with pilot lights, heaters, or other ignition
sources. If the fuel has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors. The drained fuel should be stored in a container
specifically designed for fuel storage or it should be dis-
posed of carefully.
• Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine before
starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately. If fuel is spilled,
DO NOT start the engine but move product and fuel container
from area. Clean up spilled fuel and allow to evaporate and
dry after wiping and before starting.
• Allow fuel fumes/vapors to escape from the area before
starting engine.
• Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting and
using engine.
• Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed on
the engine.
• NEVER smoke while refilling engine fuel tank.
• DO NOT store engine with fuel in fuel tank indoors. Fuel and
fuel vapors are highly explosive.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. NEVER add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. NEVER fill
fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
PREPARATION
• Dress appropriately when operating the earth auger pow-
erhead. Always wear sturdy footwear. NEVER wear sandals,
sneakers or open shoes, and NEVER operate the auger
with bare feet. DO NOT wear loose clothing that might get
caught in moving parts.
• Carefully inspect the area to be drilled and remove all for-
eign objects.
• DO NOT drill above underground water lines, gas lines, elec-
tric cables, or pipes.
CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children and/or bystanders. NEVER assume that
others will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets. Keep children under the watchful
care of a responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
• NEVER allow children to operate the unit.
DANGER
ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE - AN ODOR-
LESS, COLORLESS, POISON GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE
MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR
SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON
MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH,
IN ADDITION TO DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND
CONFUSION.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK
FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING
NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE ENGINE FROM THE
FACTORY. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR IF
ENGINE IS MODIFIED OR ALTERED.
WHEN WORKING ON OR REPLACING PARTS FOR THE
ENGINE OR PRODUCT, YOU MUST ALWAYS FLIP THE
ON/OFF SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION.
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Operator's Manual
Two-Man Earth Auger Powerhead 9800 Series
