Use and Care Manual

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Operation (Continued)
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Operating the Earth Auger:
E
WARNING
While drilling holes, do not force body weight to auger power-
head. Maintain a firm grip on the handles and maintain
solid footing.
1. 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.
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.
Stopping The Auger:
D
Starting A Flooded Engine:
C
CAUTION
The Auger Bit will continue to rotate for a few seconds after
the engine has stopped.
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.
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.
NOTE: If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this manual or call toll free:
1-800–737-2112
5. As the auger penetrates the soil, you should
occasionally lift the auger up vertically to help disperse
the fractured soil. This will keep the auger hole free of
loose soil and will prevent the auger from becoming
stuck in the soil. This technique will reduce the time to
dig a hole and will prevent overworking the engine.
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 dam
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age and remove any debris from Auger Bit or hole. Secure
Spark Plug boot away from the engine and frame to alleviate
potential arcing.