Troubleshooting And Repair - EarthQuake E43 Guide De L'utilisateur

SPARK PLUG
See parts breakdown for recommended spark plug.
1. Check spark plug at the beginning of each season.
2. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and clean any debris from
around the spark plug area.
3. Remove spark plug and replace if any of the following occur;
pitted electrodes, burned electrodes, cracked porcelain, or
deposits around electrodes.
4. After analysis, seat spark plug and tighten with spark plug
wrench.
• Reinstall original spark plug, tighten additional 1/2 turn.
• Installing new spark plug, adjust spark plug gap to .028" and
tighten additional 1/8 – 1/4 turn .
NOTE: Loose spark plug may overheat and damage engine.
Over tightened spark plug may damage threads in the
cylinder head.
CARBURETOR
Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.
TRANSPORTING YOUR EARTH AUGER
1. Never transport engine inside an enclosed space or vehicle.
Fuel or fuel vapors may ignite causing serious injury or death.
2. If fuel is present in the fuel tank, transport in an open vehicle
in an upright position.
3. If an enclosed vehicle must be used, remove gas into an
approved red fuel container. DO NOT siphon by mouth.
4. Run engine to use up the fuel in the carburetor and fuel tank.
Always run engine in a well ventilated area.
5. Wipe away any spilled fuel from engine and earth auger. Allow
to dry.
LONG-TERM STORAGE
(30 DAYS OR MORE WITHOUT USE)
If your earth auger will not be used for more than one month,
prepare it for long term storage.
STEPS FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer's instructions.
2. Run engine for 10-15 minutes to ensure that the stabilizer
reaches the carburetor.
3. Remove the remainder of the fuel from the gas tank into an
approved fuel container.
4. Remove auger from powerhead and apply a thin layer of
grease to the output shaft of the transmission.
5. Store auger and powerhead (engine) in a vertical position.
6. Remove all debris from auger and powerhead (engine).
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TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH, NEVER SIPHON FUEL BY
MOUTH.
NEVER STORE EARTH AUGER WITH FUEL IN THE GAS
TANK INSIDE AN ENCLOSED AREA OR BUILDING.
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.
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.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR

At Earthquake, we build quality and durability into the design of
our products; but no amount of careful design by us, and careful
maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-free life for your
Earthquake powerhead. Most repairs will be minor, and easily
fixed by following the suggestions in the troubleshooting guide
in this manual.
The troubleshooting guide will help you pinpoint the causes of
common problems and identify remedies.
For more complicated repairs, you may want to rely on an
authorized service center or Earthquake. A parts breakdown is
provided with this product.
We will always be glad to answer any questions you have, or
help you find suitable assistance. To order parts or inquire about
warranty, call or e-mail us using the contact information found
under "Ordering Replacement Parts".
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Parts can be obtained directly from the factory. To order parts
visit www.getearthquake.com or call 1-800-345-6007.
For other general questions, you can e-mail us at info@ardisam.com.
IN C ASE O F A SERV ICE PRO B LEM, D O NOT SEN D
PRODUCT BACK TO RETAILER. CONTACT EARTHQUAKE AT
800-345-6007.
Include the following information with your order:
1) Part numbers
2) Part description
3) Quantity
4) Model number and serial number
Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
2-Cycle Earth Auger Powerhead
CAUTION
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