Operation; Drilling - Maruyama MAG500 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Operation

・ Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 2 concerning proper use of the Earth Auger.
・ Always wear gloves and protective clothing when operating the Earth Auger.

Drilling

• Keep a firm grip of the auger at all times on a wide
stance and by holding the handle with both hands.
• A reacting motion may occur on the auger when spinning
drill has hit on stones or tree roots under the ground.
Always hold the auger securely to control such motion.
• Start drilling with half-throttle, and gradually increase
the engine speed so that the drill may get into the
ground smoothly.
• When the drill has been caught in the ground and
cannot be pulled out, stop the engine and rotate the
auger counter-clockwise.
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