GetEskimo.com ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS EXPLOSIONS Mako Ice Augers M43Q10, M43Q9, M43Q8, M43T8 ARDISAM .com GetEskimo.com OMM43 Rev. 6/25/08 © Copyright 2008 Ardisam, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models REGISTRATION Record the model number and serial number (if applicable) in the space provided for easy reference. Fill out and mail the registration card located in the parts packet. Warranty is valid only if the completed registration card is received by Ardisam, Inc. within 30 days of purchase.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models Thank You . . . for purchasing an Eskimo® Power Ice Auger from Ardisam, Inc. We have worked to ensure that the ice auger meets high standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your ice auger will provide many years of service. Please take the time to read this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and maintain your ice auger. Congratulations on your investment in quality. CONTENTS Registration & Warranty.............................................
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models • Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and auger. • Do not allow children to operate this power auger. Do not allow adults to operate the auger without proper instruction. • Do not operate any power equipment under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight. • Engine should be turned off and cool, spark plug wire must be removed from spark plug before any repairs are attempted.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models OPERATION 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.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models Filling Gas Tank 1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before refilling the gas tank. 2. Move to a well ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames and sparks. 3. Clean debris from area around the gas cap. 4. Loosen gas cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean, dry surface. 5. Carefully add fuel without spilling. 6. Do not fill gas tank completely full, allow space for fuel to expand.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE • Move engine to a well ventilated area, outdoors, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. • Move to an area away from flames or sparks to avoid ignition of vapors if present. • Remove all debris from air cleaner holes and gas cap to ensure proper air flow. Cold engine Start: Starting engine for first time or after engine has cooled off or after running out of fuel. 1. Open gas cap vent screw all the way (counterclockwise). 2.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models hot engine Start: 1. Open gas cap vent screw all the way (counterclockwise). 2. Continue with Step 5 of Cold Engine Starting. 3. If engine does not fire, refer to Step 2 of Warm Engine Starting. DO NOT attempt to start engine in the following ways: • DO NOT use starting fluid. • DO NOT spray flammable liquids or vapors into air cleaner, carburetor or spark plug chamber. • DO NOT remove spark plug and pull on starter rope.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models Spark Plug ! CAUTION The recommended spark plug is a NGK BM6A. 1. Check spark plug every 50 operating hours. 2. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and clean any debris from around the spark plug area. 3. Remove spark plug and replace if any of the following occur; pitted electrodes, burned electrodes, cracked porcelain, or deposits around electrodes. 4. After analysis, seat spark plug and tighten with spark plug wrench.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models SERVICE, TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR SERVICE INFORMATION At Ardisam, we build quality and durability into the design of our products; but no amount of careful design by us, and careful maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-free life for your auger. Most repairs will be minor, and easily fixed by following the suggestions in the troubleshooting guide in this section. The guide will help you pinpoint the causes of common problems and identify remedies.
GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models 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 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 1.
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GetEskimo.com ® Mako™ Models M43 MAKO POWERHEAD & AUGER PARTS LIST KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
ACCESSORY CHART ITEM # DESCRIPTION MSRP* 300410 Viper Tune-Up Kit-33cc, 43cc, 51cc $16.99 300400 Viper Engine Oil-single bottle 300404 Viper Engine Oil-6 pack $14.99 EXT12 Power Auger Extension-12” $32.99 EXT18 Power Auger Extension-18” $36.99 300401 Viper Gas Cap $12.99 233A Blade Protector-9” and 10” Quantum Blade $15.99 232A Blade Protector-8” Quantum Blade $14.99 2320A Blade Protector-8” Turbo Blade $14.99 BRB8 Replacement Blades-8” Turbo $34.
