Ardisam ion Operator's Manual
Operator's Manual
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Original Operating Instructions
ION®
ELECTRIC ICE AUGER
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ION
®
ELECTRIC ICE AUGER
11974-0001R1
11474 ECN 10445
REV. 3 06/30/2014
© COPYRIGHT 2014 ARDISAM, INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Operator's Manual
ION® Electric Ice Auger
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an ION® Electric Ice Auger from Ardisam, Inc. We have worked to ensure that this ice auger meets high
standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your ice auger will provide you many years of service. Please take the time
to read this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and maintain your ice auger. Congratulations on your investment
in quality. Save these instructions for future reference. Ardisam, Inc reserves the right to change or alter this manual without
notice.
Contents
Introduction / Registration and Service ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-5
Unpacking and Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Maintenance and Storage ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Service and Repairs ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Parts .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10-11
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Registration and Service
Record the product model number and serial number in the
space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or
requesting technical support. You can register your warranty
online by visiting www.ioniceaugers.com, or by mailing it
to: ION®, 1160 Eighth Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829. For
customer service department at (800) 345-6007 Mondays
through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT.
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
11474-0013R1
OWNERSHIP RECORDS
Place of Purchase:
Place of Purchase Address:
City: State/Province: Zip Code/Postal Code:
Model Number: Serial Number (found next to warning tag):
Date of Purchase:
Notes:
This manual may contain information for several models. Read and keep this manual for future reference. This manual contains
important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE. The owner must be certain that all the product
information is included with the unit. This information includes the MANUAL, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES.
This manual should remain with the unit even if it is resold.
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Operator’s Responsibility
Accurate, safe and eective use of this product is the
operator’s responsibility.
• Read and follow all safety instructions.
• Maintain this machine according to directions and
schedule included in this operator’s manual.
• Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is
familiar with and understands all controls and safety
precautions.
• Do not discard battery into trash can. Discard the
battery according to your local, state or federal or
country’s regulations.
Safety Messages
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to
potential safety concerns, as well as helpful operating and
servicing information. Please read all the information carefully
to avoid injury and machine damage.
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ION® Electric Ice Auger
WARNING
WARNING INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT
AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
CAUTION
CAUTION INDICATES YOU CAN BE HURT OR
YOUR EQUIPMENT DAMAGED IF THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL
WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
IMPORTANT
INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER
ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF
YOUR EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: General information is given throughout the
manual that may help the operator in the
operation or service of the product.
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT
FOLLOWED COULD ENDANGER YOUR
PERSONAL SAFETY.
Before Operating Unit:
Please read this section carefully. Read entire operating and
maintenance instructions. Failure to follow instructions could
result in injury or death. Operate the machine according to the
safety instructions outlined here and inserted throughout the
text. Anyone who uses this machine must read the instructions
and be familiar with the controls.
WARNING
READ AND COMPLY WITH ENTIRE OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MACHINE,
IN ADDITION TO ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW AND/OR COMPLY WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF
MACHINE CONTROL, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR BYSTANDERS, AND
EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. OPERATE
THE MACHINE ACCORDING TO THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED HERE AND INSERTED
THROUGHOUT THE TEXT. ANYONE WHO USES THIS
MACHINE MUST READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND BE
FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS.
INTENDED USE /
FORESEEABLE MISUSE
This is a motorized ice auger powerhead that drills into ice. It
has an electric motor that powers the ice auger blades. It shall
not be used for any other purpose.
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CE NOISE/VIBRATION
• Vibration level is less than 2.5 m/s2
• Noise is below 40dB.
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Important Safety Precautions
• The ice blades are very sharp. Use extreme caution
when drilling a hole or replacing the blades. Put the
blade guard on after each use.
• Always keep hands, feet, hair, drawstrings, scarves,
hats and loose clothing away from any moving parts
on the unit.
• Do not allow children to operate this unit. Do not
allow adults to operate the unit without proper
instruction.
• Do not operate any power equipment under the
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.
• The battery must be removed before any repairs are
attempted.
• If the unit becomes unturnable in a hole, remove
the battery before attempting to remove the unit
manually.
• DO NOT use this product for other than its intended
purpose.
• DO NOT use attachments other than those available
from ION®.
• DO NOT alter this product in any manner; doing so is
dangerous and will void the warranty.
• DO NOT continue to use this product in the event of
mechanical failure.
• This product produces considerable cutting force that
is felt by the operator. Make sure your feet are rmly
planted and that the handles are held rmly while
operating the auger.
• During operation, the unit could stop. If this happens,
release the operating trigger. Reposition your feet
and grip the handles tightly. Then squeeze operating
trigger and lift the unit gently.
• When drilling ice holes, do not push down on the unit.
If auger begins to drill slowly, blades may need to be
sharpened or replaced.
• DO NOT discard the battery into trash can. Discard
the battery according to your local, state, federal or
country’s regulations.
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ION® Electric Ice Auger
IMPORTANT
CHARGERS COME PACKAGED SEPARATELY IN
THE AUGER CARTON. BATTERY MUST BE FULLY
CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE.
BATTERY RETAINING STRAP
LITHIUM BATTERY
AUGER FLIGHT
BLADE PROTECTOR
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AUGER RING
CAUTION: SHARP EDGES
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WARNING
ioniceaugers.com
800-345-6007
A Division of Ardisam, Inc.
1160 8th Avenue
Cumberland, WI 54829
Failure to read, understand and follow all warnings and
instructions listed could result in serious injury or death.
Keep all body parts, clothing and foreign objects clear of
rotating auger. Be sure auger is securely attached to
powerhead during use. Remove battery from powerhead
prior to transport. Do not use this auger as an anchoring
device. Use this auger/powerhead as per provided
instructions only.
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WARNING
ION® Electric Ice Auger
Safety and warning Decals
The following markings and labels are applied to the product, in addition to those shown in the rest of the original operating
instructions.
Should any of the safety labels become unreadable because of being worn, faded, or otherwise damaged during the use of your
auger, please use the part number information provided to order a replacement label. European customers can order from their
local dealer and US customers can order by calling ION customer service. These safety labels are easily applied, and will act as a
constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment. Follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, eective
operation of your auger.
ARDISAM, INC.
1160 8th Avenue | Cumberland, WI 54829 | USA
Serial No.
11483 1/3
Model: XXXXX Type: Ice Auger
Mass: 5.9 kg
Max. Operating Speed: 208 rpm
Auger blades are EXTREMELY SHARP.
To avoid injury USE CAUTION when
removing or replacing blades or guards.
LBLBPE
CAUTION ATTENTION
FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK , DRY
LOCATION USE ONLY. RISK OF INJURY, CHARGE 36V LI-ION
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. OTHER TYPES OF BAT TERIES
MAY BURST CAUSING INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USE. ONLY USE IN DRY
LOCATIONS. ONLY CHARGE ION #11251 RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES WITH THIS CHARGER. CHARGING BATTERIES
NOT DESIGNED FOR THIS CHARGER CAN CAUSE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH. IF ANY PART OF THIS CHARGER IS
DAMAGED COMPLETE CHARGER MUST BE REPLACED.
POUR UTILISATION Á L’INTÉRIEUR SEULEMENT. RISQUES
D’ÉLECTROCUTION, UTILISER DANS UN ENDROIT SEC
SEULEMENT. UTILISER POUR CHARGER UNIQUEMENT
LES ACCUMULATEURS DU 36V LI-ION. D’AUTRES TYPES
D’ACCUMULATEURS POURRAIENT ÉCLATER ET CAUSER
DES BLESSURES OU DOMMAGES.
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE. LIRE ET COMPRENDRE LE MODE
D'EMPLOI AVANT UTILISATION. UTILISER UNIQUEMENT DANS
DES ENDROITS SECS. CHARGER UNIQUEMENT DES BATTERIES
RECHARGEABLES ION N°11251 AVEC CE CHARGEUR. LA
CHARGE DE BATTERIES NON CONÇUES POUR CE CHARGEUR
PEUT ENTRAÎNER DES BLESSURES CORPORELLES OU LA MORT.
SI UNE QUELCONQUE PARTIE DE CE CHARGEUR EST
ENDOMMAGÉE, LE CHARGEUR ENTIER DOIT ÊTRE CHANGÉ.
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY READ
AND UNDERSTAND THE OWNERS MANUAL
BEFORE USE. CRUSHING, DISASSEMBLY,
SHORTING OF TERMINALS, OR BURNING
CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IF BATTERY IS NOT
USED CORRECTLY BURNS, EXPLOSION, AND OR FIRE ARE
POSSIBLE. CHARGE ONLY WITH ION #11725 CHARGER. DO
NOT DISCARD BATTERY INTO GARBAGE CAN.
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AVERTISSEMENT
POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE BLESSURE, VEILLER À LIRE ET À
COMPRENDRE LE MODE D'EMPLOI AVANT UTILISATION.
L'ÉCRASEMENT, LE DÉMONTAGE, LA MISE EN COURT-CIRCUIT
DES BORNES OU LA COMBUSTION PEUVENT ENTRAÎNER DES
BLESSURES CORPORELLES OU LA MORT. L'UTILISATION
INCORRECTE DE LA BATTERIE PRÉSENTE DES RISQUES DE
BRÛLURES, D'EXPLOSION ET D'INCENDIE. CHARGER
UNIQUEMENT AVEC UN CHARGEUR 36 VOLTS ION N°11725.
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FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
To Assemble the Auger to the Powerhead
1. Remove the hex wrench that is attached with tape to the
top of the auger shaft.
2. Insert the hex wrench into the bolt at the top of the auger.
Remove the bolt by turning counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the protective plastic cap from the driveshaft.
Insert the driveshaft of the powerhead into the collar of
the auger assembly. SEE FIGURE 1
4. Align the hole in the auger shaft with the hole in the
powerhead shaft. Tighten rmly, turning clockwise. There
may be some wiggle in the connection; this is normal.
If the connection is too tight, disassembly may be dicult.
To Charge the Battery for First Use
1. Connect the charger to standard 110 or 240-volt outlet; a
red light should appear on the charger. Always connect
charger to standard 110 or 240-volt wall outlet before
inserting battery. SEE FIGURE 2
2. Charge the battery until the light on the charger turns
solid green.
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ION® Electric Ice Auger
IMPORTANT
BATTERY MUST BE FULLY CHARGED BEFORE
FIRST USE.
POWERHEAD
DRIVESHAFT
BOLT
HEX WRENCH
PROTECTIVE CAP
AUGER
11474-0004R1
3. To disconnect the battery, remove the plug from the wall
outlet then disconnect the battery from charger.
NOTE: Do not leave the battery on the charger after the
charge is complete. Unplug the charger from the
wall and remove the battery.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT LEAVE BATTERY ON POWERHEAD
WHEN AUGER IS NOT IN USE. ALWAYS DETATCH
BATTERY WHEN NOT USING THE ICE AUGER.
To Install the Battery
1. Slide the battery onto the powerhead until it is fully
seated.
2. Pull the battery retaining strap over the battery to keep
the battery securely on the powerhead.
NOTE: This cannot be done before the battery is installed.
The battery must be inserted onto the powerhead
before placing the retaining strap over it.
110/240
VOLT OUTLET
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OPERATION
The ION is powered using the 36-volt battery supplied with
the unit.
1. Make sure your footing is secure and that you have the
unit in the vertical position rmly in your hands.
2. Depress the operating lock lever, then squeeze the
operating trigger. Following a two-second safety delay,
the auger will then start drilling. SEE FIGURE 3
3. To stop the auger, release the operating trigger.
4. When the auger is not in use, remove the battery.
NOTE: If you are planning to use the battery multiple
times in a single outing, it is ideal to remove the
battery and place in a warm location. This is
especially important in cold weather conditions.
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FIGURE 3
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OPERATING
LOCK
LEVER
OPERATING
TRIGGER
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
Reverse Switch Operation
To use reverse operation function to ush hole of unwanted
debris do as follows: SEE FIGURE 4
1. To activate reverse function, depress the reverse switch
and then depress the operating lock and operating
trigger at the same time.
2. To stop auger release the operating trigger.
To Flush a hole, do as follows:
1. Place the auger half way down the hole with the auger
starting in the hole. The top of the auger ight must be
above the water and slush.
2. Activate reverse function and continue to lower the
auger into the hole. The lower ring of the auger must exit
the bottom of the hole.
3. After a few seconds of reverse operation, release the
operating trigger.
NOTE: KEEP POWERHEAD CLEAR OF WATER. Water will
come back up the hole and overow.
4. Repeat the above steps three times to clear the hole.
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ION® Electric Ice Auger
Battery Charging and Monitoring
1. Remove the battery retaining strap by pulling it towards
the motor. SEE FIGURE 5
2. Remove the battery by sliding it o of the powerhead.
3. Plug the charger into a 110/240AC outlet.
4. Slide the battery into the charger.
5. The charge indicator light should blink green.
SEE FIGURE 6
6. When indicator light is lit solid green, the battery is fully
charged.
7. Once the battery has been fully charged, unplug the
charger from the wall.
8. Remove the battery from the charger.
NOTE: Recharging the battery after each use is best for
the life of the battery.
9. Place the battery back onto the powerhead when ready
to use.
NOTE: Battery should be o of the powerhead when not
in use.
10. Pull the battery retaining strap back over battery.
LITHIUM BATTERY
(STEP 1)
BATTERY RETAINING STRAP
(STEP 2)
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INDICATOR
LIGHT
REVERSE SWITCH
FIGURE 4
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Charger Indicator Lights and Meaning
ACTION/COLOR MEANING
Flashing green Battery charging
Solid green Battery fully-charged
Flashing red Battery too hot
11474-0007R1
Solid red Battery too cold
11474-0009R1
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FIGURE 7
ION® Electric Ice Auger
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Read the maintenance schedule and observe these
recommendations to extend the life of your electric auger.
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and
trouble-free operation. To help you properly care for your
powerhead, the following pages include a maintenance
schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple
maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other service
tasks that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best
handled by professionals and are normally performed by a
technician or other qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating
conditions. If you operate your powerhead under unusual
conditions, such as sustained high-load, or use in unusually
wet conditions, consult ION® customer service for
recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.
Maintenance and Schedule
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Before each
day’s use
Check bolts and nut X
Battery Charge X
Replace X
Sharpen/Replace Blades X
Every 500
complete
charges Yearly
Transporting Your Ice Auger
• Remove the battery if transporting the auger.
Long-Term Storage
If your ice auger will not be run for more than one month,
prepare it for long-term storage.
1. Charge the battery and leave it o of the unit. DO NOT
leave the battery on the charger. Store the battery in
temperatures between 40˚ F- 120˚ F.
2. Remove the auger from the powerhead and apply a thin
layer of grease to the driveshaft. SEE FIGURE 7
3. Remove all debris from auger and powerhead.
4. Attach the blade protector to bottom of auger.
5. Keep in a dry, moisture-free area.
IMPORTANT
CONNECT THE BATTERY TO THE CHARGER EVERY
THREE MONTHS TO ENSURE THAT IT MAINTAINS
A FULL CHARGE DURING EXTENDED STORAGE.
POWERHEAD
DRIVESHAFT
BOLT
PROTECTIVE CAP
HEX WRENCH
AUGER
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