Full Product Manual

8
Operation
1
Before Starting Engine
MIXING GASOLINE / 2-CYCLE OIL
WARNING: Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the earth auger. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE
ARE NO SPARKS OR FLAMES.
The 2-cycle engine on your unit requires that gasoline and 2-cycle
engine oil be pre-mixed before adding to the unit’s fuel tank.
To mix gasoline and 2-cycle oil:
□ Use FRESH unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher. Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol.
We recommend the continuous use of a fuel additive/stabilizer
to counteract the effects of ethanol. These additives also prolong
the shelf life of gasoline.
NOTICE: Use of gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol can
damage the engine and void your warranty.
□ Always use 2-cycle oil that meets or exceeds JASO – FC
specifications and is intended for mixing at a gasoline/oil ratio
of 50:1.
□ Do not use automotive or 2-cycle marine outboard oil. These will
damage your unit’s engine and void the warranty.
□ Always mix the gasoline and 2-cycle oil in a container approved
for gasoline. Never mix fuel directly in the unit’s fuel tank.
□ Follow instructions on 2-cycle oil container for mixing fuel. Mix
gasoline and 2-cycle oil at a ratio of 50:1. A mixture with a 50:1
ratio is obtained by mixing 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of gasoline with
2.6 ounces of oil (77 ml). After adding oil to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to ensure proper mixing.
□ Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs. Do not store
premixed fuel.
□ Stop engine and allow to cool before refueling.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
1. Place the earth auger on a flat, level surface, resting on the
handle with the throttle/speed control assembled to it so that the
fuel tank cap is pointing upward.
2. Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contamination.
3. Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
4. Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
5. Only fill the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. Fuel level can
be seen via the clear fuel tank.
6. Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the fuel
cap.
7. Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
8. Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
9. If you spill fuel on the unit, wait 10 minutes after wiping.
10. Move at least 10 ft away from refueling area before starting the
product.
NOTICE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine
during first use.
2
Starting the Engine
DANGER: The auger engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide will cause nausea, dizziness, fainting
or death. If you start to feel dizzy or weak, get to fresh air
immediately.
OPERATE THE AUGER OUTDOORS ONLY IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA
AND POINT EXHAUST AWAY. DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a
confined area through windows, doors, vents or other openings.
WARNING: Running engines produce heat. Severe burns
can occur on contact. Combustible material can catch fire
on contact.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Maintain at least 3 ft (91.4 cm) of clearance on all sides to ensure
adequate cooling.
Maintain at least 5 ft (1.5 m) of clearance from combustible materials.