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- Page 1 PETROL EARTH BORER MODEL NO: ED160A PART NO: 3400962 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0319 ISS 1...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product, designed for boring holes in soil for fence posts, reforestation, and similar operations. Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can also look forward to the machine giving you long and satisfactory service.
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Page 3: Safety Warnings
SAFETY WARNINGS WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area tidy and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. 3. ALWAYS check, before use, to ensure there are no submerged drains, water or gas pipes or electrical cables etc., that may interfere with the boring operation. - Page 4 7. NEVER allow anyone without the necessary physical strength to operate this machine as it may vibrate and its handling will requires a degree of physical exertion. MACHINE USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate which it was designed.
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Page 5: Safety Symbols
SAFETY SYMBOLS The following safety symbols are to be found on the product. Read instruction manual before use Wear eye protection Wear gloves Wear protective footwear Wear ear defenders This product meets Euro5 emission standards Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... - Page 6 Remove the components from the packing and inspect for signs of damage which may have occurred during transit. Should any damage be apparent please inform your Clarke dealer immediately. The carton contains the following components: • The motor/drive assembly complete •...
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Page 7: Fitting The Handle
FITTING THE HANDLE 1. Attach the handle using the three socket head screws and washers provided. NOTE: The hand controls will be located closest to the spark plug on the side of the machine. FITTING THE THROTTLE CABLE 1. Unscrew the centre cap and lift away the air filter housing in order to gain better access to the carburetor parts. -
Page 8: Fitting The Auger
5. Connect the two cables coming from the handlebar to their corresponding connectors coming from the drive assembly. 6. Re-fit the air filter housing. FITTING THE AUGER 1. Bolt the auger on to the output shaft using the nuts, bolts and spring washers supplied, ensuring the nuts are tight. -
Page 9: Operation
Check the security of the auger. Ensure the securing nuts are tight. Check for fuel leaks and rectify before use. Check for any damage and rectify before use or consult your Clarke dealer. After selecting the site for the required hole, clear the area of any plant material that might get caught up in the auger as it rotates. -
Page 10: Cold Starting
NOTE: After the engine has started the Stop/Start button automatically returns to its central position. COLD STARTING THE DECOMPRESSOR The engine is provided with a decompression device for easy starting of a cold engine. The decompressor knob is located on top of the engine as shown. -
Page 11: Maintenance
and cause the auger to rotate. The auger should stop rotating at Idle speed, allowing the machine to be safely handled and positioned as required. 3. To stop the engine, release both the throttle and safety levers and set the stop/start button to the STOP position. -
Page 12: Every 50 Hours Of Use
EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE The machine should be serviced by a qualified technician. Please contact your Clarke dealer for advice. STORAGE If you do not expect to use the machine for some time then the following tasks should be undertaken before storing. -
Page 13: Environmental Protection
8. The ‘STOP’ button wire may be broken or become disconnected, creating a permanent STOP condition. Should these checks not solve the problem consult your Clarke dealer. ACCESSORIES A selection of augers is available as follows:... -
Page 14: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Engine type 2-stroke Capacity 53 cc Power output 1.8 kW Engine rpm 7000 rpm Fuel Capacity 0.9 litres Fuel Mix 20:1 (mineral or semi synthetic oil) Spark Plug Champion RCJ6Y Starter type Recoil Clutch Auto centrifugal Output rpm 160 - 200 rpm Vibration 14 m/s... -
Page 15: Declaration Of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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