EarthQuake 9000E User Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
POWER EARTH AUGER
Model 8900E
Model 9000E
OM89
Rev. 6/9/05
© Copyright 2004 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
ARDISAM
REGISTRAREGISTRA
REGISTRA
REGISTRAREGISTRA
THANK YOU . . .THANK YOU . . .
THANK YOU . . .
THANK YOU . . .THANK YOU . . .
for purchasing an Earthquake Earth Auger from
Ardisam, Inc. We guarantee that this auger
conforms to applicable North American safety
standards, and 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.
CONTENTSCONTENTS
CONTENTS
CONTENTSCONTENTS
Registration/Warranty ....................................... 2
TION AND WTION AND W
TION AND W
TION AND WTION AND W
ARRANTYARRANTY
ARRANTY
ARRANTYARRANTY
One Year
Limited Warranty
The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Company warrants
this Earthquake Model 8900E or 9000E Earth 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 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.
Safety ............................................................... 3
Operation ......................................................... 4
Maintenance & Storage .................................... 5
Service, Troubleshooting, and Repair........... 6-11
REGISTRATIONREGISTRATION
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATIONREGISTRATION
Your auger’s serial number is located on the
powerhead decal under the Earthquake name.
Engine serial number is located directly above
spark plug. Write these numbers and the model
number in the space provided. You will need
these numbers if you order parts.
Model Number_________________________
Serial Number _________________________
Engine Serial Number ___________________
Date of Purchase ______________________
Place of Purchase ______________________
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
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.
1690 Elm Street, Cumberland, WI 54829
Phone (715) 822-2415 Main Fax (715) 822-2223
Ardisam, Inc.
1-800-345-6007
Email info@ardisam.com
www.ardisam.com
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SAFETYSAFETY
SAFETY
SAFETYSAFETY
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OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITYOWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITYOWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the auger
is the owner's responsibility.
1. Read and follow all safety instructions.
2. Carefully follow all assembly instructions.
3. Maintain the auger according to directions and schedule
included.
4. Ensure that anyone who uses the auger is familiar with
all controls and safety precautions.
CAUTIONS AND IMPORTCAUTIONS AND IMPORT
CAUTIONS AND IMPORT
CAUTIONS AND IMPORTCAUTIONS AND IMPORT
Two symbols which draw attention to information of
special interest appear throughout this manual. These
comments range in importance from helpful hints to
warnings about risk of personal injury. Please take the time
to read and understand them.
ANT NOANT NO
ANT NO
ANT NOANT NO
TESTES
TES
TESTES
CAUTION
Indicates a situation which may cause personal injury
or damage to the auger or property.
IMPORTIMPORT
IMPORT
IMPORTIMPORT
Please read this section carefully. Operate the auger
according to the safety instructions and recommendations
outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Make sure
anyone who uses the auger has read the instructions and is
familiar with the controls.
1. Do not carry the auger powerhead between holes with
the engine running.
2. The auger should not rotate when the engine is idling.
If it does rotate when engine is idling, contact
Ardisam, Inc. for instructions.
3. Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away
from any moving parts on engine and auger.
4. Do not allow children to operate this power auger. Do
not allow adults to operate the auger without proper
instruction.
5. Do not operate any power equipment under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
ANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This symbol points out important safety
instructions which if not followed could
endanger your personal safety. Read and
follow all instructions in this manual and
any others provided with this equipment.
Provides helpful information for proper assembly,
operation, or maintenance of your auger.
6. Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.
7. Engine should be shut off before any repairs are
attempted.
8. Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed
150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
9. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
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OPERAOPERA
OPERA
OPERAOPERA
REGISTRATION FORMREGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION FORMREGISTRATION FORM
Complete and return. Your auger’s serial number is
located on the powerhead decal under the Barracuda name.
Record this number and the model number in the space
provided on page 2 of this manual. You will need these
numbers if you order parts. 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.
SPSP
ARK PLARK PL
SP
ARK PL
SPSP
ARK PLARK PL
If your powerhead does not have the spark plug already
installed for you. You will have to install it following the
instructions given below.
1. Locate the spark plug in the parts packet.
2. With powerhead laying on its side, place spark plug in
hole on right side of engine.
3. Turn by hand until snug.
4. Use a 3/4” wrench or socket to tighten up.
UG INSTUG INST
UG INST
UG INSTUG INST
TIONTION
TION
TIONTION
ALLAALLA
ALLA
ALLAALLA
TIONTION
TION
TIONTION
FUEL MIXTUREFUEL MIXTURE
FUEL MIXTURE
FUEL MIXTUREFUEL MIXTURE
CAUTION
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never add gas when engine is
running or hot from operation. Do not smoke when filling
fuel tank.
This engine uses a gas/oil mixture. DO NOT RUN ENGINE
ON STRAIGHT GAS ONLY. ENGINE DAMAGE WILL
RESULT!
1. Mix clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline (minimum of 77
octane) with a high quality 2 cycle engine oil at the ratio
of 5 oz. oil to 1 gallon gasoline. (Refer to your engine
manual for further information on fuel.)
2. Mix fuel in a 1 or 2 gallon container approved for
gasoline.
3. Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean surface.
4. Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
OPERATIONOPERATION
OPERATION
OPERATIONOPERATION
CAUTION
Please do not start your auger until you have read the
Engine Manual that came with your engine, and the section
in this manual titled Safety. If you have read these, follow
the steps below to start your auger. Always perform this
pre-start checklist before starting the engine.
1. Read engine operating manual and follow instructions
for fuel type, starting, etc. BE SURE TO USE
PROPER GAS/OIL MIXTURE.
2. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about
two hours of normal operation. During this break-in
period clutch slippage may occur. The clutch should be
kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation.
3. Dig holes without placing excessive body weight on the
unit. The auger operates most efficiently with a shaving
action caused by the weight of the unit itself.
4. Never run engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.
5. Do not use an ice auger in earth.
6. The ice auger blade protector should be attached to the
auger head when not in use. This will protect the cutting
edge of the ice auger blade.
5. Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up
any fuel spillage.
STST
ARTING AND STARTING AND ST
ST
ARTING AND ST
STST
ARTING AND STARTING AND ST
OPPINGOPPING
OPPING
OPPINGOPPING
CAUTION
Do not hold throttle lever wide open while starting. Loss of
control of auger could result.
1. Open gas cap vent if your engine is so equipped (silver
steel cap).
2. Flip the toggle switch to the on position.
3. Move red choke lever to full choke position if engine is
cold.
4. Pull recoil starter until engine fires.
5. Move choke lever to half choke position (midway
between off and full).
6. Pull recoil starter until engine runs.
7. Run engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle on half
choke position until engine warms up.
8. Move choke lever to off position.
TO STOP: Flip the toggle switch to the off position.
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