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Operator's Manual

Dually Earth Auger Powerhead

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

STEPS FOR WORKING ON EQUIPMENT

1. Turn o 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 powerhead.

5. Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during repair,

that they are secure and t correctly.

NOTE: All repair parts must come from the factory. Never

replace parts that are not specifically designed for the

powerhead.

6. Reconnect the spark plug wire.

POWER AUGER MAINTENANCE

1. The gear case has 4 oz. of grease installed at the factory. It

is recommended that once a year the gear case be split and

the grease level checked. Add grease only if level of grease

is below top of the gears. DO NOT OVERFILL. Replacement

grease is available online per parts breakdown.

2. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.

3. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a cool environ-

ment. Transferring the unit from a warm to a cold place can

cause the build up of harmful condensation.

4. If blade performance decreases, turn unit o and disconnect

spark plug wire. Carefully inspect cutting edge of blade for any

signs of wear. If blades show any of these signs, they need to

be replaced.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Read the maintenance schedule and observe these recommen-

dations to extend the life of your engine.

Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trou-

ble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help

you properly care for your engine, the following pages include

a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and

simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other

service tasks that are more difficult, or require special tools, are

best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a

technician or other qualified mechanic.

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emissions con-

trol devices and systems may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or individuals. However,

items must be serviced by an authorized dealer to obtain

"no charge" emissions control service.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING:

ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND COOL, AND

SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE REMOVED FROM SPARK

PLUG BEFORE CHECKING AND ADJUSTING ENGINE

OR EQUIPMENT.

TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS

MAY EXCEED 150º F. 65º C. AVOID THESE AREAS.

CHECK AUGER OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS AND BOLTS.

KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.

NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK IN

SIDE A BUILDING. POTENTIAL SPARKS MAY BE PRES

ENT FOR IGNITION OF FUEL AND FUEL VAPORS.

ANY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ON THE ENGINE

AND AUGER MUST ALWAYS BE DONE BY AN ADULT.

ENGINE MUST BE SHUTOFF, COOL, AND SPARK PLUG

WIRE REMOVED BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR MAINTE

NANCE CAN BE DONE.

MAINTENANCE ITEM

Every 8

hours

(daily)

Every 20

hours or

seasonally Yearly

Clean Engine and Check Bolts & Nut X

Air Filter Check X

(See Air Filter section) Clean * X

Replace X

Spark Plug (Gap .028”) Check/

Adjust

(See Spark Plug

section)

Replace X

* Service more frequently under dusty conditions

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

IMPORTANT

NEVER TWIST AIR FILTERS WHEN CLEANING. ALWAYS

PRESS.

The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating condi-

tions. If you operate your engine under unusual conditions, such

as sustained high-load or high-temperature operation, or use in

unusually wet or dusty conditions, consult your servicing dealer

for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.

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