EPA AUGER43 Instruction Manual

2-cycle engine earth auger

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been
made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without
prior notice.
IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,
DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!
CALL US FIRST FOR HELP!
If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at
1-866-460-9436, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. A copy of the sales receipt is required.
FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE.
KEEP THIS MANUAL, SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE
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ITEM # AUGER43
2-CYCLE ENGINE EARTH AUGER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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  • Page 1 ITEM # AUGER43 2-CYCLE ENGINE EARTH AUGER INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCEOFYOUREQUIPMENT. IMPORTANT THIS ENGINE USES A GAS/OIL MIXTURE. DO NOT RUN ON STRAIGHT GAS ONLY, ENGINE DAMAGEWILLRESULT. NOTE: Do not use an earth auger in the ice. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 3: Engine Safety Precautions

    Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank. Always have an adult fill the fuel tank. Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol to fill engine. Never allow children to fill the engine. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 4: Burns And Fires

    PARTS LOCATION: 1. Recoil starter 2. Muffler 3. Sparkplug 4. Choke lever 5. Handle 6. Air filter 7. Transmission complete 8. Pin shaft 9. Auger 10. Fuel tank cap 11. Assembly Trigger 12. Cotter pin Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 5: Operation

    To operate the engine, we recommend using quality 2 cycle oil to ensure that the engine operates correctly throughout the life of the engine. Use unleaded regular gas only. Mixture Run earth auger with a 50:1 ratio RATIO 1 gallon 2.5 ounces 50:1 2 gallons 5 ounces 50:1 5 gallons 13 ounces 50:1 Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 6 Loosen gas cap slowly. Carefully add fuel without spilling. Do not fill gas tank completely full, allow space for fuel to expand. Immediately replace gas cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled fuel and allow to dry before starting engine. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 7: Normal Operation

    Before starting the engine, turn the screw in the top of the gas cap all the way open (counterclockwise) to its venting position. To ensure that gas will not spill during use, check that the gas cap is screwed on tightly and the gas cap screw is in the venting position. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 8: Starting And Stopping Engine

    Open gas cap vent screw all the way (counterclockwise). Move choke lever to CHOKE or ON position NOTE: CHOKE position is defined by moving the choke lever as far to the ON position as possible. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 9: Hot Engine Start

    DO NOT use starting fluid DO NOT spray flammable liquids or vapors into air cleaner, carburetor or spark plug chamber. DO NOT remove spark plug and pull on starter rope. Flammable fuel can spray out & ignite from a spark from spark plug. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 10: Specification

    If blade performance decreases, turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire. Carefully inspect cutting edge of blade for any signs of wear. If blades show any of these signs, they need to be sharpened or replaced. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 11: Engine Maintenance

    AVOID INJURY! AN ADULT MUST ALWAYS DO MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ON ENGINE AND AUGER. AVOID INJURY! ENGINE MUST BE SHUT-OFF, COOL, AND THE SPARK PLUG WIRE REMOVED BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE CAN BE DONE. Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 12: Long Term Storage

    Remove auger from power head and apply a thin layer of grease to the output shaft. Store auger and power head (engine) in a vertical position. Remove all debris from auger and power head (engine). Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    2.Choke partially engaged 2.Turn off choke 3.Carburetor out of adjustment 3.Call customer service Auger cuts slowly 1. Dull blade 1.Buy new blade, or have blade sharpened at factory 2. Damaged fish tail point 2.Replace fish tail point Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 14 2. Call customer service 3.Broken transmission 3. Call customer service 4.Worn clutch shoes 4.Replace clutch shoes and spring 5.Worn engine lower seat 5. Call customer service Auger jumps 1. Blade damaged 1.Replace with new blade Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 15: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 16: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 17 PARTS DIAGRAM Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 18 PARTS LIST Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 19: Emission Control System Warranty

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Buffalo Corporation Your Warranty Rights and Obligations: The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA and Buffalo Corp are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your 2018 model year outdoor power equipment engine. California In California, new spark-ignited small off-road equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog...
  • Page 20: Emission Warranty Parts List

    (b) Carbon canister (c) Canister Mounting Brackets (d) Fuel Cap (e) Fuel Tank (7) Miscellaneous items used in above systems including: (a) Switches (b) Hoses, belts connectors, assemblies (8) Air injection system (a) Pulse valve 201806 Item # AUGER43 Instruction Manual...

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