STRIKEMASTER Solo Owner'S Manual Download Page 4

Please keep the original packaging in order to protect the equipment against damage in case you ever need to ship or  
transport the auger. If the packaging materials are no longer required then they must be disposed of properly in accordance 
with applicable local regulations. Cardboard packaging materials are raw materials which can be recycled or reused. At the end 
of the equipment’s service life, please make sure that you dispose of it properly, in accordance with the official directives and 
regulations that apply in your area.

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 1.  

DO NOT

 use this product for any purpose other than cutting ice fishing holes. Ice augers are precision cutting  

 

tools built for the ice fisherman, and must be properly maintained and handled with caution during both cutting    

and transporting. When not in use, always store with blade guard attached.

 2.  

DO NOT

 use attachments other than those available from the manufacturer.

 3.  

DO NOT

 alter this product in any manner; doing so is dangerous and voids all warranties.

 4.  

DO NOT

 allow children or adults weighing under 100 lbs. to operate this equipment.

 5. 

 DO  NOT

 operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

 6. 

 DO  NOT

 allow your body, loose clothing, drawstrings, scarves, hats or other materials to come in contact with  

the  Powerhead, Starter Assembly or Auger (Drill) unit at any time.

 7. 

 DO NOT

 operate if, upon pulling the starter rope or after drilling holes, the auger (drill) rotates or if the rope  

 

pulls hard. Have the unit checked by a qualified mechanic.

 8.  

DO NOT

 allow the engine to run or operate while moving or transporting to another location.

 9.  

DO NOT

 continue to use this product in the event of mechanical or electrical failure.

10.  This product produces considerable cutting force that is felt by the operator. Make sure your feet are firmly  

 

planted and that the handles are held firmly while operating this product.

11.   Always check the operation of the throttle system to ensure the carburetor control is completely returning to  

 

the idle position when the throttle lever is released.

12.  

Check cutting blades and auger shaft screws before and after each use to make sure they are tight.

13.  During operation, the auger unit could possibly stop. Be prepared at all times to release the throttle lever.

14.  The cutting blades on the ice auger are razor sharp. Use extreme care when handling.

It is recommended that everyone who uses this product should read this  

StrikeMaster Owner’s Manual before operating.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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1.  Recoil (Starter) Handle 

2. Fuel Cap 

 

3. Fuel Tank 

 

 

4. Fuel (FULL) Level

5. Decompression Valve

6. Throttle Lever   

7.  Air Filter Cover 

8. Throttle Arm   

13. Recoil

14. Muffler/Cylinder Guard

15. Muffler

16. Handle Assembly

9. Choke Lever

10. Transmission

11.  Start/Stop Switch

12. Spark Plug Cover

COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS

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11

13

15

14

16

12

8

9

4

5

7

1

2

3

6

PACKAGING & DISPOSAL

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Summary of Contents for Solo

Page 1: ...Germany The registered Solo trademark is licensed for use in the U S to the German company Solo Kleinmotoren Gmbh by the U S affiliate Solo incorporated It is recommended that everyone who uses this product should read the StrikeMaster owner s manual ATTENTION PRIOR TO FIRST USE For best performance idle engine for 1 2 minutes before you start drilling SM14 PRIOR ...

Page 2: ...r ice auger There is no better way to acquaint yourself with the product than to read the Owners Manual and operating instructions A few minutes spent studying this manual before your first ice fishing outing will be time well spent Record the engine serial number engine type and date purchased in the space below Also please return the enclosed WARRANTY CARD or submit your information at www strikem...

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Page 4: ...7 DO NOT operate if upon pulling the starter rope or after drilling holes the auger drill rotates or if the rope pulls hard Have the unit checked by a qualified mechanic 8 DO NOT allow the engine to run or operate while moving or transporting to another location 9 DO NOT continue to use this product in the event of mechanical or electrical failure 10 This product produces considerable cutting force...

Page 5: ...f engine fails to stop press the decompression valve in to shut off the engine If the ignition switch has failed DO NOT OPERATE until the ignition switch has been repaired by an qualified mechanic 11 Always check to make sure the throttle system is moving freely and returning to idle 12 Turn off this machine when traveling from fishing site to fishing site 13 Always store auger with blade guard attac...

Page 6: ...ne we have the following suggestions DO NOT OVER FILL THE GAS TANK 4 When the auger is not in use lay it down as shown Fig 3 Position 1 is the best option followed by position 2 Fig 4 This will keep the air line out of the fuel FUEL INFORMATION Use unleaded regular unleaded premium or non oxygenated fuel Do not use fuel with less than an octane rating of 87 For peak performance use a 90 93 octane ...

Page 7: ...er every pull of the recoil rope Once the motor has fired slide the choke lever to RUN no choke and continue Repeat step 4 until engine starts If engine fails to start repeat steps 1 4 If the engine fails to start after several attempts check that all adjustments described above have been done correctly Be sure the on off switch is NOT in the off position and start once again If the engine still fa...

Page 8: ...d Under these circumstances the filter needs replacing part 20 48 154 Low engine speed due to a blocked air filter must never be compensated by incorrect carburetor adjustments This would cause severe engine failure Engine failure caused by incorrect care is excluded from warranty Insert the new or cleaned fabric air filter into the casing Position the air filter lid with the lower guiding pins onto t...

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Page 10: ...us overload by continuously exceeding the maximum performance limit of the product Using non authorized tools Use of force incorrect treatment misuse and accidents Damage from excessive heat due to dirt buildup around the cooling fan housing Attempted adjustments and repairs by unqualified persons Use of unsuitable spare parts or third party parts if these are the cause of the defect Use of unsuita...

Page 11: ...wer equipment engine In the US new small non road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the Environmental Protection Agency s standards Solo must warrant the emission control system on your small non road engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small non road engine Your emission control system includes parts...

Page 12: ...APPLICABLE LAW THE COMPANY AND AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT AND WRITTEN MATERIALS OWNER S MANUAL THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES CUSTOMER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE JURISDICTIO...

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