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SAFETYSETUPOPERATIONMAINTENANCE
Problem
Possible Causes Probable Solutions
Power switch
does not turn
off Engine
Faulty Power switch. Immediately remove spark plug cap
from spark plug to stop Engine.
Discontinue using Auger until the tool is
repaired by a qualified service technician.
Engine runs, but
Bit is not rotating
1. Throttle not properly used.
2. Throttle cable not properly adjusted.
3. Bit stuck in rocks, roots, etc.
1. Make sure to fully squeeze the Throttle.
2. Have a qualified service technician
adjust Throttle cable.
3. Remove Bit from hole and
clear hole of obstructions.
Engine misfires 1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Incorrect spark plug gap or
damaged spark plug.
3. Defective spark plug wire.
4. Old or low quality gasoline.
5. Incorrect compression.
1. Check wire connections.
2. Correct gap or replace spark plug.
3. Replace spark plug wire.
4. Use only fresh 25:1 ratio of 90+ octane
unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle oil mixture.
5. Diagnose and repair compression.
(Use Engine will not start:
COMPRESSION RELATED
section, facing page.)
Engine stops
suddenly
1. Fuel tank empty or full of impure,
low quality gasoline or
improper mix of gasoline to oil.
2. Defective fuel tank cap creating vacuum,
preventing proper fuel flow.
3. Improper idle speed.
4. Incorrect timing, or clogged carburetor.
1. Empty and dispose of old fuel properly.
Fill fuel tank with fresh 25:1 ratio
of 90+ octane unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle oil mixture.
2. Test/replace fuel tank cap.
3. Properly adjust idle speed.
4. Have qualified technician
diagnose and service Engine.
Engine knocks 1. Fuel tank empty or full of impure,
low quality gasoline or
improper mix of gasoline to oil.
2. Engine overloaded.
3. Incorrect spark timing,
deposit buildup, worn Engine, or
other mechanical problems.
1. Empty and dispose of old fuel properly.
Fill fuel tank with fresh 25:1 ratio
of 90+ octane unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle oil mixture.
2. Do not exceed equipment’s load rating.
3. Have qualified technician
diagnose and service Engine.
Engine backfires 1. Fuel tank empty or full of impure,
low quality gasoline or
improper mix of gasoline to oil.
2. Engine too cold.
3. Choke not open after Engine warm.
4. Engine not properly adjusted
for high altitude operation.
5. Intake valve stuck, choke stuck,
incorrect timing, clogged carburetor,
or overheated Engine.
1. Empty and dispose of old fuel properly.
Fill fuel tank with fresh 25:1 ratio
of 90+ octane unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle oil mixture.
2. Use cold weather fuel and
oil additives to prevent backfiring.
3. Open choke after Engine warms up.
4. Qualified technician must adjust
Engine at altitudes greater than
5,000 feet above sea level.
5. Have qualified technician
diagnose and service Engine.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the Auger or Engine.