Ardisam 8900WC Cordless Drill User Manual


 
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations!
You have just purchased the best Hand Held Portable Power Drill money can buy. Please read the following operating and
safety instructions. By following these instructions, this unit will give you many years of dependable and carefree service.
Woodchuck is a gas powered drill designed to accept the drill of customer's choice for drilling in wood, steel, concrete, etc.,
permitting the user to drill holes in areas where electric power is not available. All parts and workmanship of the gear case are
warranted by the manufacturer. A copy of this warranty is located on the back of this manual. The engine is covered by a
separate engine manufacturer's warranty. The manual and warranty for the engine is also enclosed. Please read the GENERAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS and SAFETY PRECAUTIONS noted below before operating this unit.
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The gear case has 4 ounces 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. Read engine operating manual and follow instructions for fuel type, starting, etc. BE SURE TO USE PROPER GAS/OIL
MIXTURE.
3. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two hours of normal operation. During this break-in period clutch slippage
may occur. The clutch should be kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation. Each unit is tested at the factory, but is
not operated for the full break-in period.
4. The chuck should not rotate while engine is idling, only when engine is accelerated. If engine does rotate when engine is idling
contact the place of purchase for instructions.
5. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a cool environment. Transferring the unit from a warm to a cold place can cause the
buildup of harmful condensation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger your personal safety.
Read and follow all instructions in this manual and any others provided with this equipment.
Do not carry the powerhead between holes with
the engine running.
The chuck should not rotate when the engine is
idling. If it does rotate when engine is idling
contact the place of purchase for instructions.
Always keep hands and feet clear of rotating drill
bits. Do not wear loose clothing while operating
the powerhead.
Do not allow children to operate this powerhead.
Make sure all first time users have been properly
instructed.
The engine muffler may become hot from prolonged
operation. To avoid burning exposed flesh, do not
touch or come into contact with the hot muffler.
Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.
Close gas tank cap air vent when engine is stopped.
Do not tilt gas tank indoors or when engine is
running or is hot.
Engine should be shut off before any repairs are
attempted.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.