Eskimo 893BQ9 - Manual (Page 5)

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Do not operate auger before reading the Tecumseh
Operator’s Manual provided in the parts packet.
CAUTION
Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris
blocks the cooling fins or recoil housing.
Refer to the Tecumseh Operator’s Manual
included in your parts packet for information on
engine maintenance. Your Tecumseh Operator’s
Manual provides detailed information and a
maintenance schedule for performing the
following tasks:
1. Check air cleaner.
2. Keep engine and engine parts clean.
STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE
Follow the steps below to prepare your auger for
storage. Read your Tecumseh Operator’s Manual
for detailed instructions on preparing the engine
for storage.
1. Clean entire auger.
2. Store your auger in a clean, dry building that is
inaccessible to children.
3. Always replace blade protector when power
auger is not in use.
4. Remove auger from the powerhead (engine)
and apply a thin layer of grease to the output
shaft (8913).
5. When storing your Eskimo
® ice auger for over
one month, it must be stored in a vertical
(upright) position.
MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND ST MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
1. The gear case has 4 oz. of grease installed at
the factory. It is recommended that once a year
the gear case be split and the grease level
checked. Add grease only if level of grease is
below top of the gears. DO NOT OVERFILL.
2. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
3. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a
cool environment. Transferring the unit from a
warm to a cold place can cause the build up of
harmful condensation.
4. Always replace blade protector when power
auger is not in use.
5. Do not fill gas tank indoors or when engine is
running or is hot.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Do not store auger in an unventilated area where fuel
fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light.
CAUTION
Drain fuel outdoors, away from any ignition sources.
Use only approved fuel containers. Engine must be
cool. Do not smoke.
CAUTION
To prevent accidental starting:
Avoid injury! Engine must be turned off and cool, and
spark plug wire must be removed from spark plug
before checking and adjusting engine or equipment.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Temperature of muffler and nearby
areas may exceed 150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Check auger often for loose nuts and
bolts. Keep these items tightened.
CAUTION
1. For engine maintenance, refer to Tecumseh
Operator’s Manual.