Use and Care Manual

Operation (Continued)

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Operating the Earth Auger:

WARNING

While drilling holes, do not force body weight to auger powerhead. Maintain a firm grip on the handles and maintain solid

footing.

Start the engine following the Starting Engine procedures.

2. Place the tip of the Auger Bit at desired location and hold the unit in the vertical position.

3. Engage the throttle lever, and first start digging a hole at a low speed.

4. Gradually increase the speed as the Auger Bit enters into the soil.

CAUTION

If the Auger Bit will not turn in a hole, turn engine off and remove Auger Bit from the hole. Check Auger Bit for damage

and remove any debris from Auger Bit or hole. Secure Spark Plug boot away form the engine and frame to alleviate

potential arcing.

Starting A Flooded Engine

1. Place the unit on a flat surface.

2. Move the On/Off Ignition Switch to the “ON” position.

NOTE: Follow the instruction in the Starting Position section

above for the safe auger position during and after starting

the engine.

3. With the Choke Lever in “Run/Warm Start” position, use

right foot to hold the Throttle Lever fully depressed and pull

the starter handle repeatedly until engine starts and runs.

This could require pulling the starter handle many times,

depending on how badly the unit is flooded.

4. If the engine fails to start, replace the spark plug with a

new clean and dry spark plug.

5. Repeat steps 1-3.

If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to the

TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual or:

If you need assistance or have any questions,

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800–737-2112

Stopping The Auger:

The Auger Bit will continue to rotate for a few seconds after

the engine has stopped.

CAUTION

1. Release the Throttle Lever and allow the engine to idle

for a few moments.

2. Move the On/Off Ignition Switch to the “OFF” position.

During the first ten (10) hours of use, use the slowest engine

speed which allows for effective drilling and avoid operation

at high engine speeds for extended periods of time.

This will maximize the life and performance of engine of

your unit. Maximum power will be achieved after the first

ten (10) hours of engine operation.

Engine Break-in Period: