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Spark Plug:
B
Routine Maintenance
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Air Filter:
A
Inspect the Spark Plug after every 10-15 hours of use;
adjust Spark Plug gap and replace Spark Plug as
necessary. Replace Spark Plug every year to maintain
engine performance and easy starting.
To inspect or replace the Spark Plug:
1. Remove the insulated Spark Plug boot.
2. Using appropriate tools, remove the spark plug by
turning counter-clockwise.
3. Clean and adjust the Spark Plug gap to 0.024 – 0.028
in. (0.6 - 0.7mm).
4. Replace any worn Spark Plug with a recommended
replacement (see Product Specifications).
5. Apply anti-seize compound to the Spark Plug threads
only following the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Install the Spark Plug finger tight in the cylinder head,
then tighten. Do not over tighten to 10 to 12 ft-lbs.
7. Replace the insulated Spark Plug boot.
Earth Blade and Fishtail Point:
C
Fig.7
Fig. 8
WARNING
1. Use only the manufacturer’s replacement part intended
for this Auger Bit. Do not use any other Earth Blade or
Fishtail Point. To install any other brand part to this
Auger Bit can result in serious personal injury. Replace
worn or damaged Earth Blade or Fishtail Point.
2. Auger blades and drilling points are sharp. Avoid
contact with the auger bladed and drilling points while
replacing or sharpening and while installing auger bit,
starting or transporting the unit.
1. Remove the mounting hardware (bolts and nuts), and
take off the earth blade (see Figure 7).
2. Install new Earth Blade with new mounting hardware.
3. Tighten the bolts to secure blade.
4. To Replace the Fishtail Point, unscrew the point using
an adjustable wrench to grip the side of the Fishtail
Point. Replace with new part (see Figure 8).
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.
Your Auger has been equipped with two air filters inside
the housing. Accumulated debris and dust in the air
filter will reduce engine performance, increase fuel
consumption and increases the risk of engine damage.
Clean the air filters every 5 hours of operation. It may
be necessary to clean the air filter more often in dry
conditions due to a large amount of airborn debris.
1. Before removing air filter cover, brush away any loose
dirt or debris on and around the pre-filter located in
the outer filter housing.
2. Remove air filter by unscrewing the retaining fastener.
(Fig. 6)
3. Remove and clean foam filter. (Fig. 8)
• Light surface dust can readily be removed by
tapping the filter.
• Heavy deposits should be washed out in soap
and water. Squeeze out any remaining water and
allow the filter to completely dry.
WARNING
Never clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvents.
4. Add a drop of thin oil to the filter and replace it.
5. Remove the paper air filter element (Fig 9) Clean filter
by gently tapping it on a flat surface. If very dirty,
replace with a new filter.
6. Reassemble the filter element and air filter cover.
NOTICE
Ensure that the air filter cover knob is securely tightened
before every use. (Fig 6)
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
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