To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. If you do not
understand the warnings and instructions in the operator's manual, do not use this product.
NOTICE
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (fuel containing ethanol greater than 10%) in this product. The use of E15 will damage your engine and void
your warranty. FUEL MIXTURE for this product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil in a
50:1 ratio. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean container approved for gasoline.
DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30-day period.
SAVE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
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3352-M-OP REV 20211108
Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
Summary of Contents for Champion Power Equipment 200940
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This manual should remain with the product. Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. 3352-M-OP REV 20211108 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA...
200940 - EARTh AUgER SAfETY DEfINITIONS INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports all of our possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, products to strict specifications and guidelines.
IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINg – Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects DANgER such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which Earth auger exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER fuel Safety WARNINg DANgER Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock. When servicing the earth auger: GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the plug or any other metal object.
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IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER When starting the earth auger: DO NOT attempt to start a damaged earth auger. Always check that the gasoline cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place.
B-Changed to10ft/3m on white substrate. This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment. WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation.
IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER Safety Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
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IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER SYMBOL MEANING Toxic Fumes. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Risk of Asphyxiation. This engine emits carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless poison gas.
IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 200940 - EARTh AUgER Operation Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
CONTROLS AND fEATURES 200940 - EARTh AUgER CONTROLS AND fEATURES Read this operator’s manual before operating your earth auger. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Earth auger Auger Engine 1.
CONTROLS AND fEATURES 200940 - EARTh AUgER Parts Included Assembly Parts Part Part Qty. Hardware Needed Hardware Qty. Tool Needed 52cc Auger Powerhead, Clevis pin handle bars and grips 8 in. (20.3 cm) Auger bit Fishtail point Adjustable wrench Accessories Spark plug socket .
ASSEMbLY 200940 - EARTh AUgER ASSEMbLY To Assemble Auger bit to Powerhead 1. Insert the power head output shaft into the auger bit shaft Your earth auger requires some assembly. This unit ships from our and align the hole in the output shaft with the holes in the factory without oil.
OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER – When mixing fuel, always use clean, fresh, regular unleaded 5. Only fill the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. Fuel level gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 and an ethanol can be seen via the clear fuel tank.
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OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER 3. Set the choke lever to the “CHOKE” position. 7. Once the engine starts, stand the auger up in the vertical position and allow to run for 10-15 seconds. 4. Slowly press the primer bulb 7-10 times or until fuel is visible.
OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER 2. Move the engine On/Off switch to the “ON” (I) position. 6. Once the engine starts, stand the auger up in the vertical position. 3. Ensure that the choke lever is in the “RUN” position.
OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER CAUTION CAUTION The auger bit will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the If the auger bit will not turn in a hole, turn engine off and throttle/speed control is released.
OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s) 1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug. Make certain that the earth auger is kept clean and stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry operating environment.
OPERATION 200940 - EARTh AUgER Cleaning the Air filter 1. Using your fingers, turn the knob on the air filter cover counterclockwise to loosen the air filter cover. Adjusting the governor WARNINg Tampering with the factory set governor will void your warranty.
STORAgE 200940 - EARTh AUgER STORAgE SPECIfICATIONS WARNINg Earth auger Specifications Never store the auger indoors or next to appliances where Model ............200940 there is a source of heat, open flame, spark or pilot light as Auger Bit ..........
TROUbLEShOOTINg 200940 - EARTh AUgER TROUbLEShOOTINg Problem Cause Solution The engine switch is in the “OFF” Move the engine switch to the “ON” position. position Fuel mixture is too rich Open choke. Fuel strainer is clogged Clean fuel strainer. Let unit sit for 15 minutes or remove spark plug Engine does not start.
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Please register within ten (10) days from date of purchase. Consequential Damage Champion Power Equipment disclaims any obligation to cover Repair/Replacement Warranty any loss of time, use of this product, freight, or any incidental CPE warrants to the original purchaser that the mechanical and or consequential claim by anyone from using this product.
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THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (U.S. EPA) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emissions regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U.S. EPA and CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control System’s Warranty on your 2021 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY 1. APPLICABILITY: This section applies to Emissions Control Systems on small off-road engines or equipment that use small off-road engines subject to the emission standards in this Article. The warranty period begins on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during normal business hours.
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