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US Owner’s/Operator’s Manual 

Completely read and understand this manual before using this product. 

 

 

Earth Auger 

 

MAG500 
MAG500RS 

Summary of Contents for MAG500

Page 1: ... 0 US Owner s Operator s Manual Completely read and understand this manual before using this product Earth Auger MAG500 MAG500RS ...

Page 2: ...perator safety Earth Auger safety Fuel safety Earth Auger Operating safety Symbol explanation Assembly Installing left grip Installing drill Adjusting throttle cable Before operation Oil and fuel Mixing gasoline and oil Starting and stopping Idle speed adjustment Page Operation Drilling Maintenance Air filter Fuel filter Spark plug Drill Oil level General cleaning and tightening Storage Troublesho...

Page 3: ...highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Operator safety 1 Read and understand this Manual before using the Earth Auger Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this Earth Auger 2 Always wear eye protection and hearing protection 3 Always wear heavy long pants a long sleeved shirt boot...

Page 4: ...he cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct return the Earth Auger to your servicing MARUYAMA dealer for repair Fuel safety 1 Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully Use a container approved for fuel for storing gasoline and or fuel oil mixture 2 Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames 3 Do not smoke near fuel or Earth...

Page 5: ... level required to perform drillilng work and never raise the speed of the engine above the level necessary 10 Keep a firm footing and balance Do not overreach 11 Use the right tool for the job Do not use the Earth Auger for any job that is not recommended by MARUYAMA Symbol explanation Indicates Danger Warning Caution Read and understand this Owner s Operator s Manual Wear head protection where t...

Page 6: ...the ring clip and remove the lock pin from the drill 2 Put the drill onto the auger output shaft and insert the lock pin Cover it with the ring clip 1 PTO shaft 2 Clip band 3 Drill 4 Lock pin Adjusting throttle cable The normal play is 1 or 2mm when measured at the carburetor side end Readjust with the cable adjuster as required Left grip ...

Page 7: ... stroke engines and can cause engine damage Do not use automotive motor oil This type of oil does not have the proper additives for air cooled two stroke engines and can cause engine damage WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline contains gasses that can build up pressure inside a fuel tank WHAT CAN HAPPEN fuel can be sprayed on you when removing fuel tank cap HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove fuel tank ca...

Page 8: ...e chart 25 1 Mixing instructions IMPORTANT Never mix gasoline and oil directly in the Earth Auger fuel tank 1 Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container approved for gasoline 2 Mark the container to identify it as fuel mix for the Earth Auger 3 Use regular unleaded gasoline and fill the container with half the required amount of gasoline 4 Pour the correct amount of oil into the container then a...

Page 9: ...til fuel can be seen flowing through the fuel return line to the fuel tank Flowing fuel should be almost clear not foamy or full of bubbles 2 Turn the choke lever to the close position 3 With the stop switch RUN pull the starter grip 4 While holding the unit firmly pull out the starter grip quickly until engine started a Hold the right grip with your left hand b Support the left grip with your wai...

Page 10: ...sed the engine should return to an idle speed The correct speed is 2400 2800 min 1 or just below the clutch engagement speed The drill must not move and the engine should not stall stop running at engine idle speed To adjust the engine idle speed rotate the idle speed adjustment screw on the carburetor Turn the idle speed screw in clockwise to increase the engine idle speed Turn the screw out coun...

Page 11: ...er securely to control such motion Start drilling with half throttle and gradually increase the engine speed so that the drill may get into the ground smoothly When the drill has been caught in the ground and cannot be pulled out stop the engine and rotate the auger counter clockwise CAUTION Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 2 concerning proper use of the Earth Auger Always wear glove...

Page 12: ...aced after every 100 hours of operation Fuel filter replacement The fuel filter is attached to the end of the fuel pick up hose inside the tank To replace the fuel filter 1 Make sure the fuel tank is empty 2 Loosen the fuel tank cap 3 Using a wire hook gently pull the fuel filter out through the fuel filler opening 4 Grasp the fuel hose next to the fuel filter fitting and remove the filter but do ...

Page 13: ...d or if the electrodes are worn down 6 Do not over tighten the spark plug when installing The tightening torque is 10 7 16 6 N m Drill Make sure to use the sharp drill Replace if the bit or the tip is worn and the drill may not get into the object smoothly Drill bigger than f40mm has bit Drill bigger than f60mm has tip Oil level Check oil level of the gear box every 50 hours of use and change with...

Page 14: ...rip once 6 Slowly pull the starter grip to bring the piston to the top of the cylinder TDC 7 Reinstall the spark plug 8 Brush off dirt from the drill surface and apply rust protective oil 9 Store the Earth Auger in a dry place away from excessive heat sparks or open flame WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD When engine is running attached tool and other parts are moving WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with moving to...

Page 15: ...ed MARUYAMA service dealer Specifications Engine displacement cm3 Idling speed min 1 Maximum engine power according to ISO 8893 kW Spark plug Electrode gap mm Type of carburetor Fuel tank capacity liters Weight without fuel and drill kg Adaptable drill size Diameter mm Technical data Noise levels Equivalent sound pressure level LpAeq measured according to ISO11201 dB A Guaranteed sound power level...

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