Ardisam Z43T8, Z51T8, Z43Q10, Z51, Z51Q8 Operator's Manual

Power Ice Auger

Operator's Manual

Models

Z43, Z43T8, Z43Q8

Z43Q9, Z43Q10

Models

Z51, Z51T8, Z51Q8

Z51Q9, Z51Q10

IB-Z43/Z51

Rev. 09/9/04

© Copyright 2004 Ardisam, Inc.

All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

INTRODUCTION, REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY

THANK YOU ÷ ÷ ÷

for purchasing an Eskimo® Power Ice Auger from Ardisam,
Inc. We have worked to ensure that it meets high standards
for usability and durability . With proper care, your auger will
provide many years of service. Please take the time to read
this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and
maintain your auger. Congratulations on your investment in
quality .

REGISTRATION

Fill out and mail the registration card located in your parts
packet. Warranty is valid only if your completed registration
card is received by Ardisam, Inc., at time of purchase.

Model Number _________________________________

Serial Number _________________________________

Engine Serial Number ___________________________

Date of Purchase _______________________________

Place of Purchase ______________________________

WARRANTY

One Year Limited Warranty

The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Company warrants this Eskimo® Ice Auger to be free from defects in material or
workmanship. Conditions of this warranty include:

What is covered under warranty:

Ardisam, Inc. will repair or replace any part defective in workmanship or material within one year after delivery of the
ice auger to the original purchaser.

What is not covered under warranty:

This warranty applies only to products which have not been repaired or altered outside our factory. It covers only
defects resulting from normal use, and does not cover defects arising from misuse, alteration, negligence,
commercial use, or accident. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser, and is not transferrable.

How to obtain service:

Return the product to us at the address below with transportation charges prepaid.

This warranty supersedes all other warranties either expressed or implied and all other obligations or liabilities on our
part. Ardisam, Inc., does not assume, and does not authorize any other person to assume for us, any liability in
connection with the sale of our products. This guarantee is void unless warranty card is properly filled out and
returned to Ardisam, Inc., Cumberland, Wisconsin, at time of purchase.

Ardisam, Inc.

ARDISAM

1690 Elm Street, Cumberland, WI 54829

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

1-800-345-6007

Email [e-mail]

www.ardisam.com

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SAFETY

Owner's Responsibility

Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the auger
is the owner's responsibility.

• Read and follow all safety instructions.

• Carefully follow all assembly instructions.

• Maintain the auger according to directions and schedule

included in this Eskimo operator’s manual.

• Ensure that anyone who uses the auger is familiar with
all controls and safety precautions.

Special Messages

Your manual contains special messages to bring attention
to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as
helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all
the information carefully to avoid injury and machine
damage.

CAUTION

Avoid injury! This symbol and text highlight potential
hazards or death to the operator or bystanders that
may occur if the hazards or procedures are ignored.

Important Safety Precautions

Please read this section carefully. Operate the auger
according to the safety instructions and recommendations
outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Anyone who
uses this auger must read the instructions and be familiar
with the controls.

This symbol points out important safety instructions
which if not followed could endanger your personal safety.
Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate this equipment.

• The ice blades are very sharp. Use extreme caution
when drilling a hole or replacing the blades. Put blade guard
on after each use.

• Do not carry the auger powerhead between holes with
the engine running.

• The auger should not rotate when the engine is idling. If
it does rotate when engine is idling, contact Ardisam, Inc.
for instructions.

• Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away
from any moving parts on engine and auger.

Avoid damage! This text is used to tell the operator of
actions or conditions that might result in damage to
the machine.

NOTE: General information is given throughout the
manual that may help the operator in the operation or
service of the machine.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

• Do not allow children to operate this power auger. Do not
allow adults to operate the auger without proper instruction.

• Do not operate any power equipment under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.

• Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.

• Engine should be turned off and cool, spark plug wire

must be removed from spark plug before any repairs are
attempted.

• Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed
150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.

• Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
gas.

• If the ice auger becomes unturnable in a hole, turn
engine off and allow to cool before attempting to remove it
manually.

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SAFETY

Engine Safety Precautions

Warning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

All engines contain carbon monoxide in their exhaust.
Carbon monoxide is a deadly, colorless, tasteless, odorless
gas which may be present even if you do not smell or see
any engine exhaust. Levels of carbon monoxide, which can
be deadly, can be present for days in an enclosed area that
has poor ventilation. Any level of carbon monoxide, if
inhaled, can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea,
dizziness, confusion and eventually death. If you
experience any of these symptons, seek fresh air and

medical attention immediately.

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

• Never run engine indoors.

• Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon

monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.

• Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may be
pulled into a building.

• Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area
where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily
taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas
where hills surround your working area.)

• Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area. (Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on one
or more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)

• Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler
pointed in the direction away from the operator.

Gasoline Fires or Handling Fuel Safely

Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable. Never use fuel
where a spark or flame may be present. Never use fuel
where a potential source of ignition could occur. (Examples
include: hotwater or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric
motors, etc.) Keep flames and sparks away from engine
and fuel to prevent fires. Fuel fires spread very quickly and
are highly explosive.

Prevention of Gasoline Fires

• Never fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors. (Examples
include: basement, garage, barn, shed, house, porch, ice
shelter, etc.)

• Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area.

• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Stop engine and allow to cool before filling.

• Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.

• Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine before

starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

• Allow spilled fuel to dry, after wiping and before starting.

• Allow fuel fumes/vapors to escape from the area before

starting engine.

• Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting
and using engine.

• Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed on
the engine.

• Replace fuel cap that allows gas to spill or leak.

• Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone. People

should always be many feet away from the operation of the
engine and its attachments.

• Never smoke while refilling engine fuel tank.

• Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric

discharge. Use only non-metal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (U.L.) or the
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).

• Do not store engine with fuel in fuel tank indoors. Fuel
and fuel vapors are highly explosive.

• Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank.

• Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank.

• Always have an adult fill the fuel tank.

• Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence of

drugs or alcohol to fill engine.

• Never allow children to fill the engine.

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SAFETY

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.

Steps for Working on Engine or Attachment

CAUTION

Do Not Alter/Modify Engine or Attachments:
Avoid injury! Never alter or modify the engine from
the factory. Serious injury or death may occur if
engine is modified or altered.

CAUTION

Avoid injury! Always wear hearing protection while
operating engine.

CAUTION

Avoid injury! Please do not start your auger until you
have read the previous section of this manual. If you
have read these, follow the steps below to start your
auger.

Preparing Engine for Starting

GAS AND OIL

Quality

To operate the engine you must use a high quality 2-cycle
oil to ensure that the engine operates correctly during the
break-in period and the life of the engine. Use unleaded
regular or unleaded premium gas only.

CAUTION

Avoid injury! When working on or replacing parts for
the engine or attachments you must always disconnect
spark plug wire from the spark plug and keep it away
from the spark plug.

1. Turn off engine switch.

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

3. Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire away
from the spark plug and any metal parts. This must always
be done or arcing may occur between spark plug wire and
metal parts.

4. Replace or repair the part on the engine or attachment.

5. Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during
repair, that they are secure and fit correctly.

NOTE: All repair parts must come from the factory.
Never replace parts that are not specifically designed
for the engine or attachment.

6. Replace spark plug wire.

Mixture

Run ice auger with a 20:1 ratio for the first 20 hours of
operation. After 20 hours of use, mix at a ratio of 25:1. See
charts 1 & 2.

CHART 1

SAG LIO 1OITAR

nollag1secnuo61:02

snollag2secnuo211:02

snollag5secnuo031:02

CHART 2

SAG LIO 1OITAR

nollag1secnuo51:52

snollag2secnuo011:52

snollag5secnuo621:52

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