Troubleshooting (continued)
PROBLEM: ENGINE RUNS HOT
Possible Cause(s)
The fuel mixture is incorrect.
The Spark Plug is incorrect.
The Carburetor requires adjustment.
There is carbon build-up on the muffler outlet screen.
PROBLEM: ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE PROPERLY
Possible Cause(s)
The Carburetor requires adjustment.
The crankshaft seals are worn.
The compression is low.
PROBLEM: AUGER BIT TURNS WHILE ENGINE IS IDLE
Possible Cause(s)
The idle speed is too high. The Carburetor requires adjustment. See Idle Adjustment in Maintenance section. (Page 10, step 4)
Technical Service
You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or
maintaining this Earth Auger. If so, you can contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-877-527-0313 (English only).
You may also write to:
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
6700 Wildlife Way
Long Grove, IL 60047
Warranty
EARTH AUGER LIMITED WARRANTY
Always specify model number when contacting the factory. We
reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without
notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written
warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. The
Manufacturer warrants this unit and any parts thereof, to be free
from defects in material and workmanship for two years from
the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer, provided
that the product has been properly maintained and operated
in accordance with all applicable instructions. This warranty is
extended only to the original retail purchaser. The bill of sales or
proof of purchase must be presented at the time a claim is made
under this warranty. This warranty does not cover commercial,
industrial, or rental usage, nor does it apply to parts that are not
in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts
that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse, accident, lack
of proper maintenance, tampering, or alteration. Travel, handling,
transportation, and incidental costs associated with warranty
repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the
Solution(s)
See Mixing Gasoline / 2-Cycle Oil in OPERATION section. (Page 8, step 2)
Replace with the correct Spark Plug.
See Idle Adjustment in Maintenance section. (Page 10, step 4)
Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Solution(s)
See Idle Adjustment in Maintenance section. (Page 10, step 4)
Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
Solution(s)
When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
□ Your Name
□ Your Address
□ Your Phone Number
□ Model Number of Product
□ Date of Purchase
(include copy of receipt for written requests)
responsibility of the owner. To the full extent allowed by the law of
the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product, this express
warranty excludes any and all other expressed warranties and
limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose to two years from the date of first purchase, and the
Manufacturer's liability is hereby limited to the purchase price
of the product and the Manufacturer shall not be liable for any
other damages whatsoever including indirect, incidental, or
consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitation of
how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of
damages may not apply to you. This warranty provides the original
purchaser with specific rights. For information regarding those
rights, please consult the applicable state laws.
The Engine Emissions Control System Warranty is provided by the
engine manufacturer, included with this product and administered
by the Manufacturer.
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Please contact 1-877-527-0313 for further assistance.
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