Southland SEA438.1 Manuel De L'opérateur page 8

Operation
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Starting A Flooded Engine:
1. Place the unit on a flat surface.
2. Move the On/Off Ignition Switch to the "ON" position.
NOTE: Follow the instruction in the Starting Position section
above for the safe auger position during and after starting
the engine.
3. With the Choke Lever in "Run/Warm Start" position, use
right foot to hold the Throttle Lever fully depressed and
If the unit still doesn't start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual or:
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Stopping The Auger:
CAUTION
The Auger Bit will continue to rotate for a few seconds after
the engine has stopped.
1. Release the Throttle Lever and allow the engine to idle
for a few moments.
2. Move the On/Off Ignition Switch to the "OFF" position.
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Operating the Earth Auger:
WARNING
While drilling holes, do not force body weight to auger powerhead. Maintain a firm grip on the handles and maintain solid footing.
1. Start the engine following the Starting Engine procedures.
2. Place the tip of the Auger Bit at desired location and hold the unit in the vertical position.
3. Engage the throttle lever, and first start digging a hole at a low speed.
4. Gradually increase the speed as the Auger Bit enters into the soil.
CAUTION
If the Auger Bit will not turn in a hole, turn engine off and remove Auger Bit from the hole. Check Auger Bit for damage and
remove any debris from Auger Bit or hole. Secure Spark Plug boot away from the engine and frame to alleviate potential
arcing.
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
pull the starter handle repeatedly until engine starts and
runs. This could require pulling the starter handle many
times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
4. If the engine fails to start, replace the spark plug with a
new clean and dry spark plug.
5. Repeat steps 1-3.
If you need assistance or have any questions,
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800–737-2112
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