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Storing the Auger
WARNING: Never store the auger indoors or next to
appliances where there is a source of heat, open flame,
spark or pilot light as these conditions can ignite gasoline
vapors. DO NOT store the auger near fertilizer or any
corrosive material. Even with an empty fuel tank, gasoline
vapors could ignite. When storing the auger for short or
long periods of time, always be sure that the engine switch
(where applicable) and the fuel valve (where applicable) are
set in the “OFF” position.
NOTICE: You can store the unit with 50:1 TruFuel because it is
pretreated with stabilizer and has NO ethanol content.
NOTICE: The engine works well with 10% or less ethanol blended
gasoline. When using ethanol-blended gasoline there are some issues
worth noting:
Ethanol-blended gasoline can absorb more water than gasoline alone.
These ethanol blends can eventually separate, leaving water or
a watery goo in the fuel tank, and carburetor. The compromised
gasoline can be drawn into the carburetor and cause damage to the
engine and/or create potential hazards.
If a fuel stabilizer is used, confirm that it is formulated to work with
ethanol-gasoline blends.
□ Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to
children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and deicing salts.
□ Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and
handling of gasoline.
WHEN STORING 1 MONTH OR SHORTER:
□ Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to
your fuel container (not the fuel tank on the auger). Run engine
at least 3 minutes after adding stabilizer.
WHEN STORING LONGER THAN A MONTH:
□ Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline.
Run engine until it stops.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE
NOTICE: You can store the unit with 50:1 TruFuel because it is
pretreated with stabilizer and has NO ethanol content.
An important message about temperature: Your product is designed
and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to
104°F (40°C). When needed, it may be operated at temperatures
ranging from 5°F (-15°C) to 122°F (50°C) for short periods of time. If
exposed to temperatures outside this range during storage, it should
be brought back within this range before operation. In any event, the
product must always be operated outdoors, in a well-ventilated area
and away from doors, windows and vents.
Starting Temperature Range (°F/°C) 5 to 104/-15 to 40