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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE
Operation
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Pre-Start Checks
Inspect Engine and Auger looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts before set up and starting.
If any problems are found, do not use Auger until fixed properly.
Checking and Filling Fuel
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FIRE:
Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources.
If the Engine is hot from use, shut the Engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel.
Do not smoke.
IMPORTANT! Your warranty is voided if you operate the Auger without the proper
25:1 fuel/oil mix in its Fuel Tank. Do not run the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix.
Running the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix will permanently damage the unit.
Check the fuel level before every use. If needed, add the proper fuel mixture as follows:
1. To obtain the proper 25:1 fuel mix, use 90 octane
or higher unleaded gasoline that has been treated
with a fuel stabilizer additive. Follow fuel stabilizer
manufacturer’s recommendations for use.
2. Combine 25 parts treated gasoline with
1 part 2-cycle oil in the provided Fuel Mix
Container. Cover and gently agitate to
thoroughly mix before each fueling. Refer to
the chart below for proper mix quantities.
FUEL MIX QUANTITIES
Ratio
2-cycle
Engine Oil
Unleaded Gasoline
(90+ Octane)
25:1 5 -oz 1 Gal.
25:1 10 -oz 2 Gal.
Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. Add fuel
stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID.
Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a
metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can
cause particles to enter the carburetor, affecting
Engine performance and/or causing damage.
Gearbox
Oil Fill
Plug
Fuel
Tank
Fuel Cap
Figure B: Fuel and Oil Fill Locations
3. Once the proper fuel mixture is
obtained, remove the Fuel Cap.
4. Fill the Fuel Tank approximately
3/4 full with the fuel mixture.
5. Replace the Fuel Cap.
6. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess
to evaporate before starting Engine.
To prevent FIRE, do not start the Engine
while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
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