Check for parts online at www.geteskimo.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5 CST
Check for parts online at www.geteskimo.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5 CST8
Operator's Manual
Z51, 51cc and Z71, 71cc Shark™ Power Ice Augers
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
AUGER MAINTENANCE
1. The gear case has 4 oz. of lithium 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.
3. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a cool
environment. Transferring the unit from a warm to a cold
place can cause the build up of harmful condensation.
4. Always replace blade protector when power auger is not in
use.
5. If blade performance decreases, turn unit o and
disconnect spark plug wire. Carefully inspect cutting edge
of blades for any knicks or shiny areas. If blades show any of
these signs, they need to be resharpened or replaced.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Please read the maintenance schedule and observe these
recommendations to extend the life of your engine.
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and
trouble-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
control devices and systems may be performed by any
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 X
Spark Plug (Gap .028”) Check/
Adjust
X
(See Spark Plug section) Replace X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
non-road engine repair establishment or individuals.
However, all authorized warranty repairs must be handled
by an authorized service center.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating
conditions. 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.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING:
AVOID INJURY! ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND
COOL, AND SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE REMOVED
FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE CHECKING AND
ADJUSTING ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT.
AVOID INJURY! TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND
NEARBY AREAS MAY EXCEED 150º F 65º C. AVOID
THESE AREAS.
AVOID INJURY! CHECK AUGER OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS
AND BOLTS. KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.
AVOID INJURY! NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN
THE TANK INSIDE A BUILDING. POTENTIAL SPARKS
MAY BE PRESENT FOR IGNITION OF FUEL AND FUEL
VAPORS.
AVOID INJURY! AN ADULT MUST ALWAYS DO
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ON ENGINE AND AUGER.
AVOID INJURY! ENGINE MUST BE SHUTOFF, COOL, AND
SPARK PLUG WIRE REMOVED BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR
MAINTENANCE CAN BE DONE.
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