EarthQuake E43 - Manual (Page 8)

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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.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Engine must be shut-off, cool, and
spark plug wire removed before any repair or
maintenance can be done.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Temperature of muffler and nearby
areas may exceed 150° F (65° C). Avoid these
areas.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Check auger often for loose nuts
and bolts. Keep these items tightened.
CAUTION
Cooling Fins
•
Cooling fins, air inlets and linkages must be free from
any debris before each use.
Air Filters
•
Never run engine without air cleaner properly installed.
Added wear and engine failure may occur if air cleaner is
not installed on engine.
•
Service air cleaner every 3 months or after 20 hours of
operation. Clean and oil filter daily in extremely dusty
conditions.
Steps for Cleaning Air Filters
1. Wash in warm water with mild soap until dirt and
debris are removed. Press filter when washing, do not
twist.
2. Rinse in warm water until soap and dirt are removed.
3. Dry filter by wrapping in a clean cloth and pressing
filter until it is dry.
4. Apply oil to the entire filter.
5. Remove excess oil.
6. Attach the filter and filter cover to the engine.
Spark Plug
•
Check spark plug every 50 operating hours.
1. Remove dirt and debris around the spark plug before
removing.
2. Remove spark plug and replace if any of the following
have occured: pitted electrodes, burned electrodes,
cracked porcelain, or deposits around the electrodes.
3. Check spark plug for proper gap (.025” to .030”).
4. After analysis of the spark plug, install original or a
new spark plug and tighten securely.
NOTE: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
NOTE: CROSS REFERENCE SPARK PLUG IS A
CHAMPION CJ8.
Carburetor
•
Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.
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Auger Maintenance Auger Maintenance Auger Maintenance Auger Maintenance Auger Maintenance
1. The gear case has 4 oz. of 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. A high
quality lithium grease is recommended, which can be
purchased at most automotive and hardware stores.DO
NOT OVERFILL.
2. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
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.
Engine Maintenance Engine Maintenance Engine Maintenance Engine Maintenance Engine Maintenance
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.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! An adult must always do maintenance
and repair on engine and attachments.
CAUTION
Never twist air filters when cleaning. Always
press.