EarthQuake MC43 Operator's manual - Caution
Operator's Manual
MC43 Series Mini-Cultivator
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SPaRE PaRTS
Only use approved Earthquake spares.
TRaNSPORTING yOUR mINI-CUlTIVaTOR
1. After using the mini-cultivator and before transporting it in a
truck bed, screw the gas cap screw and gas cap on (clockwise)
tightly. The gas cap will not leak during transporting if gas
cap is tight and the screw at the top is tight. Never transport
engine inside an enclosed space within a 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 mini-cultivator.
Allow to dry.
6. Gas cap and gas cap vent screw should be turned down tightly
before transporting mini-cultivator in a vehicle.
lONG-TERm STORaGE
If your mini-cultivator will not be used for more than one
month, prepare it for long term storage.
Steps for long Term Storage
1. Remove the remainder of the fuel from the gas tank into an
approved fuel container.
2. Store mini-cultivator engine in a vertical position.
3. Remove all debris from cultivator tines and engine.
CaUTION
TO aVOID INJURy OR DEaTH, NEVER SIPHON FUEl By
mOUTH.
NEVER STORE mINI-CUlTIVaTOR WITH FUEl IN THE
FUEl TaNk INSIDE aN ENClOSED aREa OR BUIlDING.
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 Mini-Cultivator. Most repairs will be minor, and
easily fixed by following the suggestions in the troubleshooting
guide in this section.
The guide will help you pinpoint the causes of common problems
and identify remedies.
For more complicated repairs, you may want to rely on your
retailer, an authorized service center or Earthquake. Earthquake
will make the necessary repairs if a service center is not available.
A parts breakdown is located toward the end of this manual.
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
in this section.
ORDERING REPlaCEmENT PaRTS
Parts can be obtained from the store where the mini-cultivator
was purchased or direct 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.
Please include the following information with your order:
1) Part numbers
2) Part description
3) Quantity
4) Model number and serial number