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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
POWER EARTH AUGER
Model "9000E
0M89
Rev. 8/17/04
rb Copyright 2004 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

One Year
Limited Warranty
The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Company warrants
this Earthquake Model 8900E or 9000E Earth Auger to
be free from defects in material or workmanship.
Conditions of this warranty include:
What is covered under warranty:
Ardisam, Inc. will repair or replace any part defective in
workmanship or material within one year after delivery
of the auger to the original purchaser.
What is not covered under warranty:
This warranty applies only to products which have not
been repaired or altered outside our factory. It covers
only defects resulting from normal use, and does not
cover defects arising from misuse, alteration,
negligence, commercial use, or accident. This warranty
applies only to the original purchaser, and is not
transferrable.
How to obtain service:
Return the product to us at the address below with
transportation charges prepaid.
This warranty supersedes all other warranties
either expressed or implied and all other
obligations or liabilities on our part. Ardisam,
Inc., does not assume, and does not authorize
any other person to assume for us, any liability
in connection with the sale of our products. This
guarantee is void unless warranty card is
properly filled out and returned to Ardisam, Inc.,
Cumberland, Wisconsin, at time of purchase.
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ARDTSAM
ARDISAM, INC.
1690 Elm Street; P.O. Box 666
Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
1-800-345-6007
wviwardisam.com
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REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY
THANK YOU . . .
for purchasing an Earthquake Earth Auger from
Ardisam, Inc. We guarantee that this auger
conforms to applicable North American safety
. standards, and have worked to ensure that it
meets high standards for usability and durability
With proper care, your auger will provide many
years of service. Please take the time to read
this manual carefully to learn how to correctly
operate and maintain your auger.
Congratulations on your investment in quality.
CONTENTS
Registration/Warranty 
2
Safety 
3
Operation 
4
Maintenance & Storage 
5
Service, Troubleshooting, and Repair 
6-11
REGISTRATION
Your auger's serial number is located on the
powerhead decal under the Earthquake name.
Engine serial number is located directly above
spark plug. Write these numbers and the model
number in the space provided. You will need
these numbers if you order parts.
Model Number 
Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase

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.
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SAFETY
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the auger
is the owner's responsibility.
I. Read and follow all safety instructions.
Carefully follow all assembly instructions.
Maintain the auger according to directions and schedule
included.
Ensure that anyone who uses the auger is familiar with
all controls and safety precautions.
CAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT NOTES
Two symbols which draw attention to information of
special interest appear throughout this manual. These
comments range in importance from helpful hints to
warnings about risk of personal injury. Please take the time
to read and understand them.
A
CAUTION
Indicates a situation which may cause personal injury
or damage to the auger or property.
CIVIPORTANI)
Provides helpful information for proper assembly,
operation, or maintenance of your auger.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read this section carefully. Operate the auger
according to the safety instructions and recommendations
outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Make sure
anyone who uses the auger has read the instructions and is
familiar with the controls.
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.
I. Do not carry the auger powerhead between holes with
the engine running.
The auger should not rotate when the engine is idling.
If it does rotate when engine is idling, contact
Ardisam, Inc. for instructions.
Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away
from any moving parts on engine and auger.
Do not allow children to operate this power auger. Do
not allow adults to operate the auger without proper
instruction.
Do not operate any power equipment under the
influence of alcohol or drugs
Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.
Engine should be shut off before any repairs are
attempted.
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed
150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Pase 3

' OPERATION
REGISTRATION FORM
Complete and return.
Your auger's serial number is
located on the powerhead decal under the Barracuda name.
Record this number and the model number in the space
provided on page 2 of this manual. You will need these
numbers if you order parts. Fill out and mail the
registration card located in your parts packet.
Warranty is
valid only if your completed registration card is
received by Ardisam, Inc., at time of purchase.
SPARK PLUG INSTALLATION
If your powerhead does not have the spark plug already
installed for you. You will have to install it following the
instructions given below.
Locate the spark plug in the parts packet.
With powerhead laying on its side, place spark plug in
hole on right side of engine.
Turn by hand until snug.
Use a 3/4" wrench or socket to tighten up.
OPERATION
a
CAUTION
Please do not start your auger until you have read the
Engine Manual that came with your engine, and the section
in this manual titled Safety. If you have read these, follow
the steps below to start your auger. Always perform this
pre-start checklist before starting the engine.
I. Read engine operating manual and follow instructions
for fuel type, starting, etc.
BE SURE TO USE
PROPER GAS/OIL MIXTURE.
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.
Dig holes without placing excessive body weight on the
unit. The auger operates most efficiently with a shaving
action caused by the weight of the unit itself.
Never run engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.
Do not use an ice auger in earth.
The ice auger blade protector should be attached to the
auger head when not in use. This will protect the cutting
edge of the ice auger blade.
FUEL MIXTURE
a
CAUTION
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never add gas when engine is
running or hot from operation. Do not smoke when filling
fuel tank.
This engine uses a gas/oil mixture.
DO NOT RUN ENGINE
ON STRAIGHT GAS ONLY. ENGINE DAMAGE WILL
RESULT!
I. Mix clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline (minimum of 77
octane) with a high quality 2 cycle engine oil at the ratio
of 5 oz. oil to 1 gallon gasoline. (Refer to your engine
manual for further information on fuel.)
Mix fuel in a 1 or 2 gallon container approved for
gasoline.
Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean surface.
Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up
any fuel spillage.
STARTING AND STOPPING
a
CAUTION
Do not hold throttle lever wide open while starting. Loss of
control of auger could result.
I. Open gas cap vent if your engine is so equipped (silver
steel cap).
Flip the toggle switch to the
on position.
Move red choke lever to
full choke
position if engine is
cold.
Pull recoil starter until engine fires.
Move choke lever to
half choke
position (midway
between off and full).
Pull recoil starter until engine runs.
Run engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle on
half
choke
position until engine warms up.
Move choke lever to
off
position.
TO STOP:
Flip the toggle switch to the
off position.
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
a
CAUTION
To prevent accidental starting:
Engine must be turned off and cool, and spark plug wire
must be removed from spark plug before checking and
adjusting engine or equipment.
a
CAUTION
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed
150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.
a CAUTION
Check auger often for loose nuts and bolts. Keep these
items tightened.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
Always allow muffler to cool before filling fuel tank.
When storing for over I month, use gas stabilizer in
fuel.
Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
Close fuel shut-off valve located between gas tank and
carburetor.
Do not fill gas tank indoors or when engine is running
or is hot.
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.
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.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
a CAUTION
Do not operate auger before reading the engine manual
provided in the parts packet.
Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris blocks
the cooling fins or recoil housing.
Refer
to the engine manual included in your parts packet
for information on engine maintenance. Your engine
manual provides detailed information and a maintenance
schedule for performing the following tasks:
Check air cleaner. See engine manual for instructions.
Keep engine and parts clean. See engine manual for
instructions on cleaning recoil housing area, linkage,
springs and controls, muffler area, cooling fins, and
spark plug.
STORAGE
a
CAUTION
Do not
store auger in an unventilated area where fuel
fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light.
a CAUTION
Drain fuel outdoors, away from any ignition sources. Use
only approved fuel containers. Be sure engine is cool. Do
not smoke.
Follow
the steps below to prepare your auger for storage.
Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on
preparing the engine for storage.
I. Run with gas stabilizer in fuel. Screen in carburetor will
glaze shut if gas stabilizer is not used before storage.
Drain the fuel tank. Run the engine until it stops.
Remove spark plug, pour one-half ounce of clean
engine oil into cylinder. Pull starter handle slowly
several times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug.
Clean entire auger.
Store your auger in a clean, dry building that is
inaccessible to children.
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IN CASE OF A SERVICE PROBLEM DO NOT SEND
UNIT BACK TO RETAILER. CONTACT ARDISAM, INC.
AT 1-800-345-6007.
V
SERVICE, TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
SERVICE INFORMATION
At Ardisam, we build quality and durability into the design
of our products; but no amount of careful design by us,
and careful maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-
five life for your auger Most repairs will be minor, and
easily fixed by following the suggestions in the
troubleshooting guide in this section. The guide will help
you pinpoint the causes of common problems and identlbi
remedies.
For more complicated repairs, you may want to rely on
your retailer or an authorized mechanic (contact your
retailer for a list of authorized mechanics in your area). A
parts catalog is included in this section.
We will always be glad to answer any questions you have,
or help you find suitable assistance. To order parts or
inquire about warranty, call or write us at the address
found in the next column under the section ordering repair
parts or check out our webs ite - www.ardisam.com
ORDERING REPAIR PARTS
Parts
can be obtained frOm the store where your auger was
purchased or direct from the factory. To order from the
factory, call or write to:
ARDISAM
I INC.
1690 Elm Street; P.O. Box 666
Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
1-800-345-6007
vmsv.ardisam.com
Please include the following information with your order:
Part numbers
Part description
Quantity
Model number and serial number
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ARDTSAM
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SERVICE: TROUBI1ESHOOTIN6 AND REPAIR
TROUBLESHOOTING
A
CAUTION
Practice safety at all times. Engine must
be turned off and allowed to cool, and
spark plug wire must be disconnected
before attempting any maintenance or
repair.
Problem

Possible cause

Remedy/Action
Engine will not start

1. Power switch off

1. Flip switch to on position
2. Spark plug wire disconnected

2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug
Engine runs rough. floods during operation

I. Dirty air cleaner

1. Clean or replace air cleaner
Choke partially engaged

2. Turn off choke
Carburetor out of adjustment

3. Call factory
Engine is hard to start  • 
I. Stale fuel  I. Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use
gas stabilizer at end of season
Spark plug wire loose 
2. Make sure spark wire is securely attached
to spark plug
Dirty carburetor  3. Clean carburetor, use gas stabilizer, new
gas can
Engine misses or lacks power I. Clogged fuel tank
Clogged air cleaner
Improper carburetor adjustment
Spark plug dirty, improper gap. or wrong
type
Remove and clean
Clean or replace
Call factory
Replace spark plug and adjust gap
Auger turns at idle

I. Idle speed too high

1. Adjust idle speed lower
2. Broken clutch spring 
2. Replace both springs
Auger turns, but has no power
I Choke on
2 Carburetor out of adjustment
3 Broken transmission
4 Worn clutch shoes
5 Worn engine lower seal
I. Turn off choke after engine is running
Call factory
Call factory
Replace clutch shoes and springs
Call factory
Auger jumps on ice

I. Blades damaged or sharpened incorrectly

I. Buy new blades, or have blades sharpened
at factory
Auger cuts slowly

1. Dull blades,

I. Buy new blades, or have blades sharpened
at factory
2. Damaged point

2. File point
Engine runs, then quits  I. Gas cap not venting

I. Check self venting gas cap
2. Screen in carburetor plugged

2. Clean screen, use gas stabilizer, clean gas
can
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4-- - . 89TRAN2R
1433 2104
SM
1423, WF516,
60G56
(2 of each)
8980
EA2F, EA3F,
EA4F, EA6F,
EA8F, EA1OF
EBOLT, ENUT
(2 of each)
EB4, EB6,
EB8, EBIO
8958HD, 8970
8932
(4
8916
8922
89382R
9214
c.<

8919
8924
8915 
a
8912
8924 
,
8922
8939 ----->
14— 8929 (2 places)
8922
*-------- 8931F (4 places)
8913
8923
8924
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EARTHQUAKE MODEL 8900E PARTS LIST
GCA1
TC30004
8906
89051
S1011
1 . 7
8910T2R
8918
8920—' 3 ' fR
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EARTHQUAKE MODEL 8900E PARTS LIST
4
MINIMUM ORDER
yOWERHEAD PARTS
Part #
JDescrintion
D.Ix.
60G70  Toggle Switch
89TRAN2R Complete Transmission
89051  Throttle Control Rod
8906 
Throttle Control, Engine
8910T2R
Handlebar, w/throttle mounting tab
1
8912
44T Gear
1
8913
Output Shaft, 7/8"
1
8915
Dowel Pin, 1/4" x 1/2", hardened steel
1
8916
Clutch Drum & 7T Pinion Gear
1
8918
Washer, Clutch-Hardened Steel
1
8919 Gasket
1
8920
Centrifugal Clutch Rotor
1
8922
Ball Bearing
3
8923 Ball Bearing
2
8924 Snap Ring
.  3
8929
Bolt-SHCS, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
2  '
(gear case bottom to gear case top)
8931F
Bolt-SHCS, 1/4-20 x 2"
4
(gear case to ring)
8932
Nut-Hex, 1/4%20 Keps
4
8939
Gear Case Bottom
1
9214
48T & IOT Pinion Gear Cluster, left hand thread
1
89382R
Gear Case Top
1
GCA I Gas Cap
1
GT49B
Gas Tank
SI011
Bolt-SHCS, 1/4-20 x 3/4"
4
(handlebar plate to engine)
TC30004
Gas Engine
 $10.00
EARTH AUGER PARTS
Part
#  Description
141.
60G56 Nut-Hex 2-way reversible locknut, 5/16-18 2
1423 Bolt-HHCS, 5/16-18 x 2", Grade 5 2
(auger shock spring)
1433
Bolt-HFICS, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" 2
(auger to powerhead)
2104
Nut-Flex Locking, 3/8-16 2
8958HD
Fishtail Point
(used on 4" or larger earth auger)
8970 Fishtail Point
(used on 2" & 3" earth auger)
8980 Shock Spring
EA2F
Earth Auger, 2" w/fishtail point
EA3F
Earth Auger, 3" w/fishtail point
EA4F Earth Auger, 4" w/fishtail point
EA6F
Earth Auger. 6" w/fishtail point
EA8F
Earth Auger, 8" w/fishtail point
EA10F Earth Auger, 10" w/fishtail point
EB4 Earth Blade, 4"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB6 Earth Blade, 6"
- (includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB6HD Heavy Duty Earth Blade, 6"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB8 Earth Blade, 8"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB8HD
Heavy Duty Earth Blade, 8"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EBIO
Earth Blade, 10"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB 10HD
Heavy Duty Earth Blade, 10"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EBOLT
Bolt-Hex, 1/4-28 x 5/8", Grade 5 2
(earth blade to auger)
ENUT
Nut-Nyloc, 1/4-28 2
SM
Shock Mechanism
1
(used on 6" or larger earth auger)
WF516 Washer-Flat, 5/16"
2
ACCESSORLES
EXT6
EXT12
EXTI8
Depth Extension, 6"
Depth Extension, 12"
Depth Extension, 18"
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9010
9037
1402 (4 places)--- Th ____A
9025
9016
8919
8924
0
9017
8922
9038 ----------->
a
8915  >0
8912
8924
8922
8929 (2 places) ----
ii 
—
8922
8934 (4 places) - - )1
8913
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EARTHQUAKE MODEL 9000E PARTS LIST
4---90TRAN
8923
c=1 - 0
. 4 ___- 1 1 - ---
8924
8915
II Il!I II
8912

9214A
e  8923
1433, 2104
SM
1423, WF516,
60056
(2 of each)
8980
EA2F, EA3F,
EA4F, EA6F,
EA8F, EA1OF
EBOLT, ENUT
(2 of each)
EB4, EB6,
EB8, EB 10
8958HD, 8970
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EARTHQUAKE MODEL 9000E PARTS LIST

$10.00
EARTH AUGER PARTS
Flat # Description
60G56 Nut-Hex 2-way reversible locknut. 5/16-18
2
1423 Bolt-HHCS. 5/1618 x 2
- . Grade 5 2
(auger shock spring)
1433 Bolt-HHCS. 3/8-16x 1-1/2
- 2
(auger to powerhead)
2104 Nut-Hex Locking, 3/8-16
2
8958HD
Fishtail Point
(used on 4 - or larger earth auger)
8970 Fishtail Point
(used on T' & 3 - earth auger)
8980 Shock Spring
EA2F
Earth Auger, 2 - w/fishtail point
EA3F Earth Auger. r
w/fishtail point
EA4F Earth Auger, 4 - w/fishtail point
EA6F Earth Auger. 6 - w/fishtail point
Earth Auger, 8 - w/fishtail point
EA 10F Earth Auger. III' w/fishtail point
EB4 Earth Blade, 4"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB6 Earth Blade. 6"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB6HD Heavy Duty Earth Blade. 6'
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB8 Earth Blade, 8'
(includes EBour & ENUT)
E1181-113 Heavy Duty Earth Blade, 8"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EBIO
Earth Blade, 10"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EB1OHD Heavy Duty Earth Blade, 10"
(includes EBOLT & ENUT)
EBOLT Bolt-Hex, 1/4-28 x 5/8 - , Grade 5 2
(earth blade
to auger)
ENUT Nut-Nyloc, 1/4-28
2
SM
Shock
Mechanism
(used on 6" or larger
earth auger)
WF516 Washer-Flat, 5/16" 2
ACCESSORIES
E XT6
E X I 12
E XT 18
Depth Extension, 6"
Depth Extension. 12"
Depth Extension, 18"
MINIMUM ORDER
POWERHEAD PARTS
Part #  Description
60G70  Toggle Switch
90TRAN  Complete Transmission
1402  Bolt-SHCS, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"

4
(mount ring to engine)
8912  44T Gear

2
8913  Output Shaft, 7/8"

1
8915 
Dowel Pin, 1/4" x 1/2 hardened steel

2
8919  Gasket
8922  Ball Bearing

3
8923  Ball Bearing

2
8924  Snap Ring

4
8929 
Bolt-SHCS, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"

2
(gear case bottom to gear case top)
8934  Bolt-SHCS, 1/4-20 x 2-1/4"

4
(gear case to ring)
8939 
Gear Case Bottom
9005  Throttle Control Rod
9005A  Twist-Throttle Control Rod
9010  Handlebar-Foamed
9016  Clutch Drum & 71 Pinion Gear
9017
 I2T Pinion Gear. Threaded
9025  Centrifugal Clutch Rotor
9037
 Mount Ring
(handlebar to gear case top)
9038  Gear Case Top
9214A  IOT Pinion Gear
AV520  Gas Engine
GCA I  Gas Cap
GT3HP
 Gas Tank
AIL
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Earthquake
Ardisam, Inc.
1690 Elm Street, Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829
[phone] • Fax [phone]
1-800-345-6007
www.ardisam.com