EarthQuake 9000E - Manual (Page 5)

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MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY ORAGE SAFETY ORAGE SAFETY ORAGE SAFETY ORAGE SAFETY
1. Always allow muffler to cool before filling fuel tank.
2. When storing for over 1 month, use gas stabilizer in
fuel.
3. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
4. Close fuel shut-off valve located between gas tank and
carburetor.
5. Do not fill gas tank indoors or when engine is running
or is hot.
6. 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. DO
NOT OVERFILL.
7. 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.
MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE
To prevent accidental starting:
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
Do not operate auger before reading the engine manual
provided in the parts packet.
CAUTION
Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris blocks
the cooling fins or recoil housing.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet
for information on engine maintenance. Your engine
manual provides detailed information and a maintenance
schedule for performing the following tasks:
1. Check air cleaner. See engine manual for instructions.
2. Keep engine and parts clean. See engine manual for
instructions on cleaning recoil housing area, linkage,
springs and controls, muffler area, cooling fins, and
spark plug.
ST ST ST ST STORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE
Follow the steps below to prepare your auger for storage.
Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on
preparing the engine for storage.
1. Run with gas stabilizer in fuel. Screen in carburetor will
glaze shut if gas stabilizer is not used before storage.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Run the engine until it stops.
3. Remove spark plug, pour one-half ounce of clean
engine oil into cylinder. Pull starter handle slowly
several times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug.
4. Clean entire auger.
5. Store your auger in a clean, dry building that is
inaccessible to children.
Do not store auger in an unventilated area where fuel
fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light.
CAUTION
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed
150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
CAUTION
Check auger often for loose nuts and bolts. Keep these
items tightened.
CAUTION
Drain fuel outdoors, away from any ignition sources. Use
only approved fuel containers. Be sure engine is cool. Do
not smoke.
CAUTION