EarthQuake E43 Guide De L'utilisateur page 6

• Do not store engine with fuel in the fuel tank indoors. Fuel
and fuel vapors are highly explosive.
• During storage, keep machine so gas cap is up.
• Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank.
• Always have an adult fill the fuel tank and never allow
children to fill the engine.
• Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence of drugs
or alcohol to fill engine.
• When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in the tank,
store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other
appliances that have a pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
BURNS AND FIRES
The muffler, muffler guard and other parts of the engine become
extremely hot during the operation of the engine. These parts
remain extremely hot after the engine has stopped.
Prevention of Burns and Fires
• Never remove the muffler guard from the engine.
• Never touch the muffler guard because it is extremely hot
and will cause severe burns.
• Never touch parts of the engine that become hot after
operation.
• Always keep materials and debris away from muffler guard
and other hot parts of the engine to avoid fires.
CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children and/or bystanders. Never assume that
others will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets. Keep children under the watchful
care of a responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down
for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the machine
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AUGER SAFETY RULES
• Carry powerhead and auger by handle bars only, NOT by
auger.
• Keep all body extremities, loose clothing and foreign objects
clear of rotating auger.
• Be sure auger is securely attached to powerhead during use.
• Never carry auger between holes with the engine running.
• This auger is not designed to be utilized as an anchoring
device.
SERVICE
• Always stop the engine whenever you leave the machine,
before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit. The
engine should be turned off and cool, the spark plug wire
must be removed from the spark plug before any repairs
or adjustments are attempted. Never make adjustments
or repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug
to prevent accidental starting. Remove the ignition key if
equipped with an electric start.
• Always wear eye protection when you make adjustments or
repairs.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good
condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• When servicing or repairing the machine, do not tip the
machine over or up unless specifically instructed to do so in
this manual. Service and repair procedures can be done with
the machine in an upright position. Some procedures will be
easier if the machine is lifted on a raised platform or working
surface.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves,
or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
machine to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as necessary.
• To guard against engine over-heating, always have engine
debris filter mounted and clean.
• Inspect the machine before storage. When not in use,
disconnect the spark plug lead and store indoors in a dry
place locked or otherwise inaccessible to children.
• Use only original equipment parts from Earthquake,
including all nuts and bolts.
Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
Operator's Manual
2-Cycle Earth Auger Powerhead