Jiffy PRO4 Operating Manual/parts Manual

Model #___________________

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Jiffy PRO4 Power Ice Drill

OPERATING MANUAL/PARTS GUIDE

Thank You for purchasing a Jiffy Ice Dril l. When properly m aintained
and serviced, we are confident your drill will provi de you with many
years of trustworthy performance. This manual contains operating
and safety instructions for the Jiffy Series Power Ice Drill. To recei ve
the greatest possible performance and satisfaction from your Jiffy
Power Ice Drill, and to reduce the risk of injury, it is important that
you read and understand the assembly, operating, maintenance, and
safety instructions before using your Jiffy Power Ice Drill. Contact
Feldmann Engineering if you do not understand any of the
instructions in this manual.

As with any power tool, safet y precautions must be observed with
the Jiffy Power Ice Drill to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Careless or improper use m ay cause serious injury and/or damage
to your Jiffy Power Ice Drill.

INDEX PAGE

General Information …………………….. 1
Warranty………………………………….. 1
About Propane-Fueled Equipment………. 2
Important Safety Precautions ……………. 3
Pre-Use Procedure ……………………... 3
Assembly of Drill…………………………. 4
Oil & Fuel Recommendations…………… 4
Fueling…………………………………….. 4
Check Before Starting Your Drill……….. 4
Starting Instructions……………………… 5
Operating/Stopping Instructions………… 5
Maintenance and Adjustments…………. 5
Service & Repair Information…………… 5
Diagram of Main Parts, Parts List……… 6

MANUFACTURER’S One Year Limited Warr an ty

(30 days for Commercial and/or Rental Use)

FOR WARRANTY SERVICE – DO NOT RETURN
YOUR DRILL TO THE RET AILER YOU PURCHASED
IT FROM. CALL TH E JIFFY® CUSTOM ER SERVICE
NUMBER AT 800-344-0712, MONDAY – FRIDAY
FROM 7:00 A.M. T O 4:30 P. M . CST , FOR A RETURN
AUTHORIZATION NUMBER AND INSTRUCTIONS.

Feldmann Engineering & Manufacturing Co., Inc. warrants t he Jiffy
Power Ice Drill to be made of first quality mat erials and workm anship
and will, at its option, repair or re place any drill part thereof found to
be defective in such materials and workmanship if returned to the
factory, prepaid within one year from the date of purchase by the
original purchaser. To obtain warranty service or replacement

instructions, you must have prior approval before shipping
package. Call our customer service department at 800-344-0712
Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a return
authorization number. Inbound and outbound transportation

charges are paid by the purchaser. Feldmann Engineering assumes
no responsibility for damage caused by misuse, careless handling, or
where repairs were made or attempted by an unauthorized person.
For replacement parts, call 800-344-0712, Monday – Friday from
7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST, or go online to www.jiffyonice.com.

Purchased at________________
Date Purchased______________
Serial #____________________
Drill Size__________________

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Your Jiffy PRO4 Drill uses a propane-fueled 4-stroke engine:
OIL MUST BE ADDED to engine before ice drill is used for the

first time and must be checked regularly after that (see page 4).
Propane tank (sold separately) must be attached to engine and

connected to fuel-line before starting engine (see page 4) .
Your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill must be transported, stored or placed

on the ice with engine spark-plug facing upward or with
powerhead in upright (operating) position. Failure to do so may
result in oil leakage, excessive exhaust smoke or engine
damage.

Manufactured by:
FELDMANN ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO., INC.
520 Forest Avenue Sheboygan Falls WI 53085-2513
Phone: [phone] Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST
FAX: [phone]

e-mail:

[e-mail] website: www.jiffyonice.com

Other products: TurfVent™ Lawn Aeration Eqt, BADGER™ Earth Augers

Form WM4336 (06/11)

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new
propane-fueled Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill. Your new ice
drill is powered by a 4-stroke engine, which
provides the following advantages:

1. No need to mix fuel and oil, or to drain fuel
tank at the end of the ice fishing season.

2. No pr iming or chokin g requi red to start eng ine.

3. Cleaner combustion process results in less
exhaust smell and reduced engine emissions.

Please note that your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill is
designed for use with a 16.4 ounce (465 gram)
disposable propane tank (sold separately). The
correct tank has a diameter of approximately

3.875 inches (9.5 cm). Do not use any propane

tank or canister other than the one specified for
use with this product.

ABOUT PROPANE-FUELED EQUIPMENT

1. Use propane fueled equipment only in well ventilated areas.
When propane burns, it creates carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide for an extended period
of time may be harmful or fatal.

2. If you experience headac he, drowsiness or nausea, s top engine
and get fresh air immediately.

3. Always keep propane tanks out of the reach of children.

4. Never expose propane tank to sparks, flames or heat, as this
may result in explosion or fire.

5. Never store propane tank in direct sunlight or in any area that
may exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius), as
these conditions may result in explosion or fire.

6. Always use propane tank until it is completely empty.

7. Never refill a disposable propane tank. Refilling disposable tanks
may result in explosion or fire.

8. Never place propane tank in luggage and never transport
propane tank by train or aircraft.

9. To properly discard disposable propane tanks contact your local
garbage collector or recycling center.

10. Do not puncture a propane tank or canister, as this may result in
explosion or fire.

11. Never start or run an engine when there is a suspected propane
leak, which can usually be identified by a sour, “rotten egg”
smell. If the smell of propane odorant is overwhelming, leave t he
area immediately and call your local fire department for
assistance.

12. Never use propane fueled equipment near sparks, flames, or any
other ignition source that could ignite leaking gas.

13. Visually check propane tank and engine fuel-line seals before
connecting tank to engine. Never connect propane tank to
engine with damaged or missing seals.

14. When connecting propane tank to engine fuel line, hand-tighten
only. Over-tightening may damage propane tank seals or engine
fuel-line connector.

15. To check for a suspected propane leak, place soapy water on
connectors and watch for bubbles. Do not use unit if a leak is
found.

16. Always remove propane tank from engine for transportation or
storage.

17. When propane tank is removed from engine, replace cap to keep
tank valve clean.

18. Propane is flammable. Caution must be used when handling or
storing your Jiffy Ice Drill’s propane tank.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read this manual carefully. Operate your equipment
according to the safety instructions and recommendations found
throughout this manual. Anyone who uses this equipment m ust read
and fully understand the instructions and be familiar with its
operation.

To receive the greatest possible performance and s atisfaction from
your Jiffy Power Ice Drill, and to reduce the risk of injury, it is
important that you read and understand the assembly, operating,
maintenance, and safety instruct ions before using your Jiffy Power
Ice Drill. Contact Feldmann Engineering if you do not understand
any of the instructions in this manual.

Your Jiffy Power Ice Drill is designed and manufactured to provide
safe and dependable operation, provided it is operated in
accordance with the following safety precautions.

Preventing accidents is the responsibi lity of every power equipment
operator. The safety precautions identified in this manual must be
fully understood and followed by every operat or of this Jiffy Power
Ice Drill. Review the safety precautions frequently and never take
chances.

Take the time to become f amiliar with your Jiffy Power Ice Drill and
its components, then operate it in a safe manner. Study the
appropriate sections of this manual for the description of the controls
and function of your Jiffy Power Ice Drill. Teach the safety
precautions to all persons who use your Jiffy Power Ice Drill.

Avoid mishandling and abuse of your Jiffy Power Ice Drill.

Handle it with care, as any rough treatment can cause damage
to your Jiffy Power Ice Drill or it can cause a malfunction.

Should the engine stop while drilling, do not at tempt to res tart it

while the drill bit is in the hole.

Never attempt to adjust or repair your Jif fy Power Ice Drill while

the engine is running. Avoid possible i njury from moving parts
by first stopping the engine.

+ Never modify your Jiffy Power Ice Drill in any way. Only Jiff y

ice drills and accessories supplied by Feldmann Engineering or
expressly approved by Feldmann Engineering for use with your
Jiffy Power Ice Drill are authorized for connection and use. The
use of non-Jiffy or unauthorized components may cause
damage or injury.

Check the tightness of screws, nuts, and bolts at regular
intervals and re-tighten if necessary.

Do not wear loose clothing while operating your Ji ffy Power Ice

Drill and keep all clothes and parts of the body (hands, feet,
etc.) clear of the rotating ice drill assembly to avoid being drawn
into the boring drill.

By wearing cleated or spiked shoes, or ice creepers when using your

Jiffy Power Ice Drill, you will find it easier to control the rot ational torque
as you drill holes in the ice.

Do not allow children to operate your Jiffy Power Ice Drill at any t ime.

Do not allow adults to operate your Jiffy Power Ice Drill without proper
operational instructions, including all safety precautions.

Do not lend or rent your Jiffy Power Ice Drill without providing the

owner’s manual. Be sure that anyone who uses your Jiffy Power Ice
Drill understands the information contained in this manual.

Give your complete and undivided attention to the proper operation of

your Jiffy Power Ice Drill. To operate it properly, you must be in good
physical condition and mental health and not under t he influence of any
substance (alcohol, drugs, etc.) which might im pair vision, dexterity, or
judgment.

+ Using your Jiffy Power Ice Drill may be strenuous. If you have any

condition that may be aggravated by strenuous activit y, check with your
doctor before operating your Jiffy Power Ice Drill.

+ Do not operate your Jiffy Power Ice Drill when you are tired. Fatigue

may result in loss of control.

+ Do not carry your Jiffy Power Ice Drill or leave it unattended while the

engine is running.
Only run your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill in well-ventilated areas.

Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill must be transported, stored or placed on the

ice with spark plug facing upward or with powerhead in upright
(operating) position. Failure to do so may result in oil leakage,
excessive exhaust smoke or engine damage. Always allow engine
to cool before storing.

+ When transporting your Jiffy Power Ice Drill in a vehicle, properl y s ecure

it to prevent turnover, which may cause oil leakage or engine damage.

+ Propane is flammable. Caution must be used when handling or s toring

your Jiffy Ice Drill’s propane tank.
+ Never store your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill with propane tank attached.
Always attach, remove or c hange your engine’s propane tank in a well-

ventilated area.
Never store propane tanks where vapor may reach open spark or

flame.

Only use your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill for its intended purpose.

PRE-USE PROCEDURE
Before using your Jiffy Power Ice Drill to drill holes in ice, follow this
procedure to prepare for proper and correct use.

• Find, read, and understand the Jiffy operating/parts manual.

• Assemble the components of your Jiffy Power Ice Drill as indicat ed in

the Assembly of Drill section of this manual.

• Re-read and follow the Starting Instructions section of this manual.

• If the engine does not run satisfactorily, or if you feel it needs an

adjustment of some kind, contact Feldmann Engineering for the
proper repair information. Do not attempt to adjust the engine
operation yourself. Only an authorized service person may make
adjustments to your Jiffy Power Ice Drill’s engi ne without invalidating
the unit warranty.

• DO NOT RETURN your Jiffy Power Ice Drill TO THE RETAILER
THAT SOLD IT TO YOU. THEY ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO
PROVIDE REPAIRS OR WARRANTY REPLACEMENT. If you have
any questions concerning s ervice, contact Feldmann Engineering as
indicated in the Service & Repair Information section of this manual.

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ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OF DRILL AND POWERHEAD

Jiffy E-Z Connect™ Collar

Connect drill assembly to powerhead by sliding E-Z Connect™
Collar down and pulling clevis pin out. T hen slide drill assem bly onto
output shaft. Reinsert clevis pin through drill assembly and output
shaft, then slide E-Z Connect™ Collar up and t wist collar slightly to
lock pin in place.

Note: Do not remove clevis pin from collar tether.

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION

1. Your PRO4 Ice Drill is powered by a 4-stroke engine. You m ust
add six ounces of Jiff y 4-Cycle 0W40 S ynthetic Oil (Part No.

4288) before starting the engine.

2. Change engine oil at the end of each ice fishing season.

3. Before adding oil to the engine, attach ice drill auger. Place the
powerhead in the upright (operating) position. See Photo Above.

4. Turn oil-fill cap counter-clockwise and remove cap from oil-fill
opening. Note the small oil level indicator on the cap.

5. Slowly pour oil into the engine. Make sure you pour all six ounc es
of oil into the engine.

6. Replace oil fill cap and turn clockwise until it is fastened securely.

7. Check oil level prior to each fishing trip. Add oil as needed. Never
exceed recommended oil level. Over-filling can result in oil
leakage or engine damage.

8. When changing oil, remove oil-fill plug from engine and turn unit
over so oil can be poured into a proper oil disposal container.
After engine oil has been drained, repeat steps 3 – 6 above.

FUELING

1. Your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill uses a 16.4 ounce (465 gram) disposable
propane tank to fuel the ice drill’s engine. The correct t ank has a diameter
of approximately 3.875 inches (9.5 cm). While exact running time will
depend on ice conditions and auger size, your Jiffy PRO4 Ice Drill will run
approximately one hour on a full tank of propane.

2. Jiffy strongly recommends that you always have one addi tional propane
tank available to use as a backup.

3. Always use a propane tank of the size and type specified. Failure to do so
may result in engine damage.

4. Always attach, remove or change your engine’s propane tank in a well­ventilated area.

5. To attach the propane tank, place the ice drill (with auger) horizontally on
a clean surface. Attach engine fuel line securely to the propane tank. Turn
fitting finger-tight, to avoid cross-threading, as well as to prevent damage
to propane tank seals or valve. Insert propane tank through large hose
clamp on engine.

6. Turn hose-clamp thumb-screw clockwise to secure tank to engine.

7. To remove propane tank from engine, reverse process.

8. Remove propane tank for transport or storage. Nev er store propane tank
in a room, building or vehicle where vapors may be exposed to an open
spark, flame or excessive heat.

CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE STARTING YOUR DRILL

1. Be sure spark plug wire is ATTACHED to spark plug.

2. Be sure ignition switch is in the RUN (ON) Position.

3. Inspect the machine for proper condition and operation, paying special

attention to the throt tle control assembly, RUN/STOP (ON/OFF) switch,
and drilling assembly.

+ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM THE TURNING DRILL

ASSEMBLY OR FROM REACTIVE FORCES, THE THROTTLE
ASSEMBLY AND RELATED MECHANISM MUST MOVE FREELY
AND RETURN IMMEDIATELY TO THE IDLE POSITION WHEN
RELEASED.

+ NEVER OPERATE YOUR DRILL IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED,

IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR NOT COMPLETELY AND
SECURELY ASSEMBLED.

+ NEVER RUN ENGINE IN POORLY VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE

EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS
AND DEADLY GAS.

+ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM REACTIVE F ORCES,

THE OPERATOR MUST HAVE A FIRM GRIP ON THE MACHINE
AND A GOOD FOOTHOLD BEFORE STARTING THE DRI LL AND
OPENING TH E THROTTLE.

+ KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTHING AWAY

FROM ANY MOVING PARTS ON ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT.

+ WARNING – TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY

AREAS MAY EXCEED 150° F (65° C) AVOID THESE AREAS TO
AVOID BURNS OR OTHER INJURY.

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