Maintenance And Storage - EarthQuake E43 Guide De L'utilisateur

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

STEPS FOR WORKING ON EQUIPMENT
1. Turn off engine switch.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
3. Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire away from
the spark plug and any metal parts. This must always be done
or arcing may occur between spark plug wire and metal parts.
4. Replace or repair the part on the powerhead.
5. Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during repair,
that they are secure and fit correctly.
NOTE: All repair parts must come from the factory. Never
replace parts that are not specifically designed for the
powerhead.
6. Reconnect the spark plug wire.
POWER AUGER MAINTENANCE
1. The gear case has 4 oz. of grease installed at the factory. It is
recommended that every 50 hours 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. Replacement
grease is available online per parts breakdown.
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.
4. If auger performance decreases, carefully inspect cutting edge
of blade for any signs of wear. If blades show any of these signs,
they need to be replaced.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Refer to engine warranty manual included with your product for
maintenance schedule.
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 non-
road engine repair establishment or individuals. However,
items must be serviced by an authorized dealer to obtain
"no charge" emissions control service.
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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.
TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS
MAY EXCEED 150º F. (65º C). AVOID THESE AREAS.
CHECK AUGER OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS AND BOLTS.
KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK INSIDE
A BUILDING. POTENTIAL SPARKS MAY BE PRESENT
FOR IGNITION OF FUEL AND FUEL VAPORS.
ANY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ON THE ENGINE
AND AUGER MUST ALWAYS BE DONE BY AN ADULT.
ENGINE MUST BE SHUT-OFF, COOL, AND SPARK
PLUG WIRE REMOVED BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR
MAINTENANCE CAN BE DONE.
COOLING FINS
Cooling fins, air inlets and linkages must be free from any debris
before each use.
AIR FILTER
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 filter daily in extremely dusty conditions.
NEVER TWIST AIR FILTERS WHEN CLEANING. ALWAYS
PRESS.
Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
2-Cycle Earth Auger Powerhead
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