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Check for parts online at 

www.GetEskimo.com

 

or

 call 

800-345-6007

 M-F 8-5 CDT

Operator's Manual

ESKIMO

®

 

Power Ice Auger

ORDERING REPAIR PARTS

Parts may be obtained from the store where your auger was 

purchased or direct from the factory. To order from the factory, 

call, e-mail, or order online at www.geteskimo.com:

Eskimo® 

A Division of Ardisam, Inc.

1-800-345-6007  

E-mail: [email protected]

Please include the part numbers, part description, quantity, 

model number and serial number.

TROUBLESHOOTING:

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

REMEDY/ACTION

Engine will not start

1. Power switch off

1. Flip switch to ON position

2. Spark plug wire disconnected

2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug

3. Out of fuel

3. Refuel

4. Spark plug wet, faulty or  

improperly gapped

4. Clean, replace or gap spark plug

Engine runs rough, floods during 

operation

1. Dirty air filter

1. Clean or replace air filter

2. Choke partially engaged

2. Turn off choke

3. Carburetor out of adjustment

3. Call factory

Engine is hard to start

1. Stale fuel

1. Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Always 

use gas stabilizer

2. Spark plug wire loose

2. Make sure spark wire is securely attached to  

     spark plug

3. Dirty carburetor

3. Clean carburetor, use gas stabilizer, new gas can

Engine misses or lacks power

1. Clogged fuel filter

1. Remove and clean or replace

2. Clogged air filter

2. Remove and clean or replace

Auger turns at idle

1. Idle speed too high

1. Adjust idle speed lower

2. Broken clutch spring

2. Replace both springs

Auger turns, but has no power

1. Choke on

1. Turn off choke after engine is running

2. Carburetor out of adjustment

2. Call factory

3. Broken transmission

3. Call factory

4. Worn clutch shoes

4. Replace clutch shoes and springs

Auger jumps on ice

1. Blades damaged or sharpened  

incorrectly

1. Replace with new blades

Auger cuts slowly

1. Dull blades

1. Buy new blades

2. Damaged point

2. File point, or replace point

Contact service provider if above remedies fail, or visit our website at www.geteskimo.com for additional frequently asked 

questions.

Summary of Contents for MAKO

Page 1: ...perator s Manual Original Operating Instructions STINGRAY 33cc POWER ICE AUGER MAKO 43cc POWER ICE AUGER SHARK 51cc 71cc POWER ICE AUGER Get parts online at www GetEskimo com GAS OIL RATIO 50 1 STINGRAY 33cc POWER ICE AUGER MAKO 43cc POWER ICE AUGER SHARK 51cc 71cc POWER ICE AUGER ...

Page 2: ...nia CARB REGISTRATION AND SERVICE Record the product model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting technical support Excluding emissions related warranty items the warranty is valid only if the completed registration is received byViper within 30 days of purchase SEEWARRANTY SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION You can register your warranty onli...

Page 3: ...ING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER RE PRODUCTIVE HARM IMPORTANT INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER AS SEMBLY OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY AND OPERAT ING INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF ENGINE CONTROL SERIOUS ...

Page 4: ...ments Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler pointed in the direction away from the operator Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone People 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 Stay away from rotating parts Place protective covers over rotating parts WARNING DO NOT...

Page 5: ...ng Clean up spilled fuel immediately If fuel is spilled do not start the engine but move product and fuel container away from the 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 c...

Page 6: ...ark plug wire to the spark plug PREPARING ENGINE FOR STARTING Before starting your unit make sure the black throttle cable housing is seated all the way into the brass ferrule at the engine side of the cable GAS AND OIL Quality Tooperatetheengine werecommendusingViper brand2 cycle oil P N 300400 to ensure that the engine operates correctly throughout the life of the engine Viper brand 2 cycle oil ...

Page 7: ...iod clutch slippage may occur The clutch should be kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation 2 Drillholeswithoutplacingbodyweightontheunit Theauger operates most efficiently with a shaving action caused by the weight of the unit itself IMPORTANT NOTE For 33cc engine The A weighted emission sound pressure level has been measured at 100 dB LPA The A weighted sound power level emitte...

Page 8: ...talledatthefactory It is recommended that once a year the gear case be split and the grease level checked Add grease only if level of grease is below top of the gears DO NOT OVERFILL 2 Keep all screws nuts and bolts tight 3 For cold weather operation store the unit in a cool environ CAUTION AVOID INJURY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE EN GINE USING STARTING FLUID AVOID INJURY DO NOT SPRAY FLAMMABLE LI...

Page 9: ...asks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a technician or other qualified mechanic Maintenance replacement or repair of the emissions con trol devices and systems may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individuals However all authorized warranty repairs must be handled by an authorized service cent...

Page 10: ... no amount of careful design by us and careful maintenance by you can guarantee a repair free life for your unit Most repairs will be minor and easily fixed by following the suggestions in the troubleshooting guide in this section Theguidewillhelpyoupinpointthecausesofcommonproblems and identify remedies For more complicated repairs you may want to rely on your retailer or an authorized repair cen...

Page 11: ...Turn off choke 3 Carburetor out of adjustment 3 Call factory Engine is hard to start 1 Stale fuel 1 Drain old fuel and replace with fresh Always use gas stabilizer 2 Spark plug wire loose 2 Make sure spark wire is securely attached to spark plug 3 Dirty carburetor 3 Clean carburetor use gas stabilizer new gas can Engine misses or lacks power 1 Clogged fuel filter 1 Remove and clean or replace 2 Cl...

Page 12: ...he product not to exceed twenty four consecutive months from the date of purchase for consumer applications As a Viper smallengineowner youareresponsibleforexecutingpropermaintenancelistedinyourOperatingandMaintenanceInstructions The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user and continues for the period of time stated above This warranty app...

Page 13: ...o exceed 30 days Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either your selling dealer or a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facil ity To locate the Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facility nearest you call our free number Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facility 800 345 6007 IMPORTANT NOTE This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations under the Emission Control Syste...

Page 14: ...ranty shall be performed at no charge to the owner at a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facility 5 When the engine is inspected by a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facility the owner shall not be held respon sible for diagnostic costs if the repair is deemed warrantable 6 Ardisam shall be liable for damages to other original engine components or approved modifications proximately caused b...

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