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.
WARRANTYWARRANTY
WARRANTY
WARRANTYWARRANTY
REGISTRAREGISTRA
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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 ______________________________
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One Year Limited Warranty
The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Comp any 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
1-800-345-6007 • 1-715-822-2415
Email info@ardisam.com
www.ardisam.com
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SAFETYSAFETY
SAFETY
SAFETYSAFETY
Owner's ResponsibilityOwner's Responsibility
Owner's Responsibility
Owner's ResponsibilityOwner's Responsibility
Important Safety PrecautionsImportant Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety PrecautionsImportant Safety Precautions
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 MessagesSpecial Messages
Special Messages
Special MessagesSpecial 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.
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 i
is idling. If it does rotate when engine is idling,
contact Ardisam,Inc. for instructions.
• Always 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.
W ARNING
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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OPERAOPERA
OPERA
OPERAOPERA
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CAUTION
Please do not start your auger until you have read the
Tecumseh Operator’s 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 the Tecumseh Operator’s Manual and
follow instructions for fuel type, starting, etc.
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 as an earth auger.
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 blades.
FUEL MIXTUREFUEL MIXTURE
FUEL MIXTURE
FUEL MIXTUREFUEL MIXTURE
(Refer to your Tecumseh Operator’s 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.
5. Immediately replace fuel cap and hand
tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
STST
ARTING AND STARTING AND ST
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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.
TO START:
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, move
engine outdoors to a well ventilated area.
2. Open gas cap vent if your engine is so
equipped.
3. Flip the toggle switch to the on position.
4. Move choke lever to full choke position if
engine is cold. DO NOT use primer or choke
to start a warm engine.
NOTE: 3-HP model may require use of
the primer bulb when cold, push three
times before starting (five times in colder
temperatures).
CAUTION
Never fill gas tank indoors. Never add gas when engine
is running or hot from operation. Do not smoke when
filling gas tank. Never allow children to refuel gas 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.
5. Pull recoil starter until engine fires.
6.Move choke lever to half choke position
(midway between off and full).
7. Pull recoil starter until engine runs.
8. Keep at half choke position until engine runs
smoothly.
9. Move choke lever to off position.
10. Move throttle control to desired speed.
TO STOP:
Flip the toggle switch to the off position.
Refer to the Tecumseh Operator’s Manual for
more details.
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MAINTENANCE AND STMAINTENANCE AND ST
MAINTENANCE AND ST
MAINTENANCE AND STMAINTENANCE AND ST
CAUTION
ORAGEORAGE
ORAGE
ORAGEORAGE
To prevent accidental starting:
Avoid injury! Engine must be turned off and cool, and
spark plug wire must be removed from spark plug
before checking and adjusting engine or equipment.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Temperature of muffler and nearby
areas may exceed 150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Check auger often for loose nuts and
bolts. Keep these items tightened.
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
1.The gear case has 4 oz. of grease installed at
the factory. It is recommended that once a year
the gear case be split and the grease level
checked. Add grease only if level of grease is
below top of the gears. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris
blocks the cooling fins or recoil housing.
Refer to the Tecumseh Operator’s Manual
included in your parts packet for information on
engine maintenance. Your Tecumseh Operator’s
Manual provides detailed information and a
maintenance schedule for performing the
following tasks:
1.Check air cleaner.
2. Keep engine and engine parts clean.
STORAGESTORAGE
STORAGE
STORAGESTORAGE
CAUTION
Do not store auger in an unventilated area where fuel
fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light.
CAUTION
2.Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
3.For cold weather operation, store the unit in a
cool environment. Transferring the unit from a
warm to a cold place can cause the build up of
harmful condensation.
4.Always replace blade protector when power
auger is not in use.
5.Do not fill gas tank indoors or when engine is
running or is hot.
ENGINE MAINTENANCEENGINE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCEENGINE MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Do not operate auger before reading the Tecumseh
Operator’s Manual provided in the parts packet.
1.For engine maintenance, refer to Tecumseh
Operator’s Manual.
Drain fuel outdoors, away from any ignition sources.
Use only approved fuel containers. Engine must be
cool. Do not smoke.
Follow the steps below to prepare your auger for
storage. Read your Tecumseh Operator’s Manual
for detailed instructions on preparing the engine
for storage.
1.Clean entire auger.
2. Store your auger in a clean, dry building that is
inaccessible to children.
3.Always replace blade protector when power
auger is not in use.
4.Remove auger from the powerhead (engine)
and apply a thin layer of grease to the output
shaft (8913).
5.When storing your Eskimo® ice auger for over
one month, it must be stored in a vertical
(upright) position.
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SERVICESERVICE
SERVICE
SERVICESERVICE
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SERVICE INFORMASERVICE INFORMA
SERVICE INFORMA
SERVICE INFORMASERVICE INFORMA
IN CASE OF A SERVICE PROBLEM, DO NOT SEND
UNIT BACK TO RETAILER. CONTACT ARDISAM, INC.
AT 1-800-345-6007.
At Ardisam, 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
auger. 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 mechanic or
Ardisam, Inc. (contact your retailer for a list of
authorized mechanics in your area). A parts
catalog is included in this section.
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ICE POINT REPLACEMENTICE POINT REPLACEMENT
ICE POINT REPLACEMENT
ICE POINT REPLACEMENTICE POINT REPLACEMENT
1.Remove blade protector and both blades.
2.Remove nut and retaining bolt from point.
3.Using a locking pliers, grasp point and pull out.
If holder doesn’t come out with the point,
remove with pliers.
4.With locking pliers, push in new point and
holder aligning bolt hole in point with holes in
auger shaft. DO NOT DAMAGE END OF
POINT.
NOTE: When installing holder in auger
shaft, edges of holder may shave off.
5.Insert retaining bolt and tighten with nut.
6.Re-attach both blades and put blade protector
back on.
CAUTION
Auger blades and point are extremely sharp. Use
caution when removing & replacing.
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 write
us at the address found in the next column under
the section ordering repair parts or check out our
website - www.ardisam.com
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SERVICESERVICE
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Please include the following information with
your order:
Parts can be obtained from the store where your
1.Part numbers
auger was purchased or direct from the factory. To
order from the factory, call or write to:
2.Part description
3.Quantity
Ardisam, Inc.
1690 Elm Str eet, Cumberland, WI 54829
1-800-345-6007 • 1-715-822-2415
Email info@ardisam.com
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4.Model number and serial number
CAUTION
Practice safety at all times. Engine must
be turned off and allowed to cool, and
spark plug wire must be disconnected
before attempting any maintenance or
repair.
ProblemPossible causeRemedy/Action
Engine will not start
Engine runs rough, floods during
operation
1. Power switch off
2. Spark plug wire disconnected
1. Dirty air cleaner
2. Choke partially engaged
3. Carburetor out of adjustment
1. Flip switch to on position
2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug
1. Clean or replace air cleaner
2. Turn off choke
3. Call factory
Engine is hard to start
Engine misses or lacks power
Auger turns at idle
Auger turns, but has no power
Auger jumps on ice
Auger cuts slowly
1. Stale fuel
2. Spark plug wire loose
3. Dirty carburetor
1. Clogged fuel tank
2. Clogged air cleaner
3. Improper carburetor adjustment
4. Spark plug dirty, improper gap, or
wrong type
1. Idle speed too high
2. Broken clutch spring
1. Choke on
2. Carburetor out of adjustment
3. Broken transmission
4. Worn clutch shoes
5. Worn engine lower seal
1. Blades damaged or sharpened
incorrectly
1. Dull blades
2. Damaged point
1. Drain old fuel and replace with fresh.
Use gas stabilizer at end of season
2. Make sure spark wire is securely
attached to spark plug
3. Clean carburetor, use gas stabilizer,
new gas can
1. Remove and clean
2. Clean or replace
3. Call factory
4. Replace spark plug and adjust gap
1. Adjust idle speed lower
2. Replace both springs
1. Turn off choke after engine is running
2. Call factory
3. Call factory
4. Replace clutch shoes and springs
5. Call factory
1. Replace with new blades, or have
blades sharpened at factory
1. Replace with new blades, or have
blades sharpened at factory
2. File point, or replace point
Engine runs, then quits
1. Gas cap not venting
2. Screen in carburetor plugged
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1. Check screw vent gas cap
2. Clean screen, use gas stabilizer, clean
gas can
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