Use and Care Manual

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLLUTION(S)
Engine will not
start.
1. Ignition Switch in the “OFF”
position.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel Tank empty.
4. Spark Plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching carburetor.
6. Carburetor requires adjustment.
1. Move Ignition Switch to the ON position.
2. See Starting A Flooded Engine in OPERATION section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Replace Spark Plug.
5. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace.
6. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Engine will not
accelerate, lacks
power or stalls.
1.
Choke on.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Spark Plug fouled.
4. Carburetor requires adjustment.
5. Carbon build-up on Muffler
outlet screen.
6. Compression low.
1. Move Choke Lever to “Run/Warm Start” position to turn off choke.
2. Clean air filter.
3. Clean or replace Spark Plug
4. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
5. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
6. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Engine smokes
excessively.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor requires adjustment.
1. Empty Fuel Tank and refill with correct fuel mixture.
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Engine runs hot. 1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark Plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on muffler
outlet screen.
1. See Mixing Gasoline / 2-Cycle Oil in OPERATION section.
2. Replace with correct Spark Plug.
3. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
4. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Engine will not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
2. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
3. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Auger bit turns
while engine is idle
1. Idle speed too high. Carburetor
requires adjustment.
1. Call toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Auger bit jumps or
drills slowly.
1. Worn Earth Blade or Fishtail
Point.
1. Replace it with corrected part from manufacturer.
Troubleshooting
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You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this Earth Auger. If so, you can contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only).
You may also write to:
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
6700 Wildlife Way
Long Grove, IL 60047
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ready:
• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your Phone Number
• Model Number of Product
• Date of Purchase (include copy of receipt for written requests)
If you need assistance or have any questions,
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800–737-2112