EarthQuake 9800 Series Operator's Manual - Operation
ARDISAM
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PRE-START CHECKLIST
1. Read and understand the engine manual and operator's
manual that came with your unit.
2. Fill oil sump or check oil level. Check oil level often
during engine break-in.
3. Fill fuel tank. Use unleaded, regular gasoline.
4. Be sure spark plug wire is attached to spark plug.
STARTING AND STOPPING
NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE.
To Start Engine:
1. Open fuel shut-off valve.
2. Flip the on/off switch to
on
position.
3. Move throttle control lever to
start
.
4. Push primer three (3) times. Wait about two (2) seconds
between each push. In cold weather (55
° F or below)
push five (5) times.
NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a warm engine
after a short shut down.
5. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out, slowly, until it
pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. Then pull
rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope return to
starter slowly.
NOTE: If engine fails to start after three (3) pulls,
repeat instruction 2.
To Stop Engine:
1. Flip the on/off switch to the
off
position.
2. Close fuel shut-off valve.
OPERATION
Never add gas when engine is running or hot from
operation. Never fill the tank indoors. Do not smoke
when filling fuel tank.
CAUTION
Do not hold throttle lever wide open while starting.
Loss of control of auger could result.
CAUTION
Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" below
bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel
expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and
equipment before starting engine.
CAUTION
Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
CAUTION
Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from
any moving parts on engine and equipment.
CAUTION
Temperature of muffler and near by areas may exceed
150° F. Avoid these areas.
CAUTION
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
attach it to retaining post.
CAUTION
Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes
may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light.