EarthQuake 10310 - Manual (Page 10)

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Operator's Manual
Dually™ Earth Auger Powerhead
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OPERATION
GAS AND OIL QUALITY
To operate the engine, we recommend using Viper® brand 2-cycle
oil (P/N 16890) to ensure that the engine operates correctly
throughout the life of the engine. Viper® brand two-cycle oil
has fuel stabilizer additive which helps to prevent gasoline from
oxidizing and gumming up the carburetor when the unit is not
in use for long periods of time. Use unleaded regular gas only.
It is best to use premium gasoline that has no ethanol content.
NOTE: Viper® oil can be purchased from our web site at www.
getearthquake.com.
MIXTURE
Run earth auger with a 50:1 ratio.
MIXING FUEL AND FILLING GAS TANK
MIXING FUEL
1. Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well ventilated
area.
2. Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel.
3. Add recommended amount of 2 cycle oil.
4. Screw container cap on straight and tight.
5. Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.
6. Unscrew gas cap slowly to vent, add the remainder of fuel
requirements.
7. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate before
moving or transporting.
FILLING FUEL TANK
1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before
refilling the fuel tank.
2. Move to a well-ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames
and sparks.
3. Clean debris from area around the fuel cap.
4. Loosen fuel cap slowly.
5. Carefully add fuel without spilling.
6. Do not fill fuel tank completely full; allow space for fuel to expand.
7. Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled
fuel and allow to dry before starting engine.
GAS OIL RATIO
1 gallon 2.5 ounces 50:1
2 gallons 5 ounces 50:1
5 gallons 13 ounces 50:1
CAUTION
DO NOT ALTER/MODIFY ENGINE OR AUGER:
NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE ENGINE FROM THE
FACTORY. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR IF
ENGINE IS MODIFIED OR ALTERED.
WHEN WORKING ON OR REPLACING PARTS FOR THE
ENGINE OR AUGER YOU MUST ALWAYS DISCONNECT
THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG AND
KEEP IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
ALWAYS WEAR HEARING PROTECTION WHILE OPER-
ATING ENGINE.
DO NOT START YOUR EARTH AUGER UNTIL YOU HAVE
READ THE PREVIOUS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. IF
YOU HAVE READ THESE, FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW
TO START YOUR EARTH AUGER.
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH GAS IN THE TANK INDOORS.
FUEL AND FUEL VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
NEVER MIX FUEL AND OIL DIRECTLY IN ENGINE GAS
TANK. USE ONLY NON-METAL, PORTABLE FUEL CON-
TAINERS APPROVED BY THE UNDERWRITER’S LABO-
RATORY (U.L.) OR THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TEST-
ING & MATERIALS (ASTM).
HANDLING AND FILLING THE ENGINE WITH FUEL
MUST ALWAYS BE DONE BY AN ADULT.
ALWAYS HANDLE FUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA,
OUTDOORS, AWAY FROM FLAMES OR SPARKS.
IMPORTANT
THIS ENGINE USES A GAS/OIL MIXTURE. DO NOT RUN ON
STRAIGHT GAS ONLY. THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
AND ENGINE DAMAGE WILL RESULT.