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Operator's Manual

RAPALA

®

 Power Ice Auger

(SERVICE, continued from page 5)

  When servicing or repairing the engine, do not tip the engine 

over or up unless specifically instructed to do so in this manual. 

Service and repair procedures can be done with the engine 

in an upright position. Some procedures will be easier if the 

engine is lifted on a raised platform or working surface.

•    To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of debris build-up. 

Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow engine to cool before 

storing.

•    Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. 

Repair, if necessary, before restarting. 

•    Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as necessary.
•    To guard against engine over-heating, always have engine 

debris filter mounted and clean.

•    Inspect engine before storage. When not in use,  disconnect 

spark plug lead and store indoors in a dry place locked or 

otherwise inaccessible to children.

•    Use only original equipment parts from Rapala, including all 

nuts and bolts.

StEPS fOR WORkING ON ENGINE OR AUGER

1.  Turn off engine switch.
2.  Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
3.  Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire away from 

the spark plug and any metal parts. This must always be done 

or arcing may occur between spark plug wire and metal parts.

4.  Replace or repair the part on the engine or auger.
5.  Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during repair, 

that they are secure and fit correctly.

NOTE: All repair parts must come from the factory. Never 

replace parts that are not specifically designed for the 

engine or auger.

6.  Reconnect spark plug wire to the spark plug.

PRE-OPERAtION

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
To operate the engine, we recommend using Viper® brand 2-cycle 

oil (p/N 300400) to ensure that the engine operates correctly 

throughout the life of the engine.  Viper® brand 2-cycle oil has 

fuel stabilizer additive which helps to prevent gasoline from 

oxidizing and gumming up the carburetor when the unit is not 

in use for long periods of time.  Use unleaded regular gas only.  

It is best to use premium gasoline that has no ethanol content.

Mixture
Run ice auger with a 50:1 ratio.

MIxING fUEL AND fILLING fUEL tANk

Mixing fuel
1.  Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well ventilated 

area.

2.  Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel.
3.  Add recommended amount of 2 cycle oil with fuel stabilizer.
4.  Screw container cap on straight and tight.
5.  Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.
6.  Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate before 

moving or transporting.

filling fuel tank
1.  Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before 

refilling the fuel tank.

2.  Move to a well ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames 

and sparks.

3.  Clean debris from area around the fuel cap.
4.  Loosen fuel cap slowly. place the cap on a clean, dry surface.
5.  Carefully add fuel without spilling.
6.  Do not fill fuel tank completely full, allow space for fuel to 

expand.

7.  Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled 

fuel and allow to dry before starting engine.

GAS

OIL

RAtIO

1 gallon

2.5 ounces

50:1

2 gallons

5 ounces

50:1

5 gallons

13 ounces

50:1

 IMPORtANt

tHIS ENGINE USES A GAS/OIL MIxtURE. DO NOt RUN ON 

StRAIGHt GAS ONLy, ENGINE DAMAGE WILL RESULt.

Summary of Contents for VORTEX

Page 1: ...OWER ICE AUGER NITRO 43cc POWER ICE AUGER BLACK ICE 43cc POWER ICE AUGER TUNDRA 51cc POWER ICE AUGER ENDURA 51cc POWER ICE AUGER Visit us at www rapala ca GAS OIL RATIO 50 1 BLACK ICE 43cc POWER ICE A...

Page 2: ...RATION 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 i...

Page 3: ...ETY INSTRUC TIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED Important INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR equipment Warning Failure to comply with all...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...ately 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...

Page 6: ...ire to the spark plug PRE OPERATION 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 o...

Page 7: ...ld be kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation 2 Drillholeswithoutplacingexcessivebodyweightontheunit The auger operates most efficiently with a shaving action caused by the weight o...

Page 8: ...el 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 ment Transferring the unit from a warm to a...

Page 9: ...re best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a technician or other qualified mechanic Maintenance replacement or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed...

Page 10: ...products but no amount of careful design by us and careful maintenancebyyou canguaranteearepair freelifeforyourunit Most repairs will be minor and easily fixed by following the sug gestions in the tro...

Page 11: ...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 s...

Page 12: ...uct not to exceed twenty four consecutive months from the date of purchase for consumer applications As a Viper smallengineowner youareresponsibleforexecutingpropermaintenancelistedinyourOperatingandM...

Page 13: ...areasonable amount of time not to 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 Auth...

Page 14: ...related part under this ECS Warranty 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 Ser...

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