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Operator's Manual

RAPALA

®

 Power Ice Auger

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Rapala® power Ice Auger from Normark Inc. We have worked to ensure that this ice auger meets high  

standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your ice auger will provide you many years of service. please take the time 

to read this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and maintain your ice auger. Congratulations on your investment  

in quality. Save these instructions for future reference. Normark Inc reserves the right to change or alter this manual without notice.

CONTENTS

Registration .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Important Safety precautions ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-6
pre-Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7-8
Maintenance and Storage ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-10
Service, Troubleshooting and Repair ............................................................................................................................................................................................................10-11
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12-14

REGISTRATION AND SERVICE

Record the product model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting 

technical support.  Excluding emissions-related warranty items, the warranty is valid only if the completed registration is received 

by Normark Inc within 30 days of purchase.    

OWNERSHIP RECORDS
place of purchase:
place of purchase Address:
City:

State/province:

Zip Code/postal Code:

Model Number:

Serial Number 

(found next to warning tag):

Date of purchase:
Notes:

This manual may contain information for several models. Read and keep this manual for future reference.  This manual contains 

important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE.  The owner must be certain that all the prod-

uct information is included with the unit. This information includes the MANUAL,

 

and the WARRANTIES. This information must 

be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed.  This manual should remain with the unit even if it is resold.  

Summary of Contents for VORTEX

Page 1: ...OWER ICE AUGER NITRO 43cc POWER ICE AUGER BLACK ICE 43cc POWER ICE AUGER TUNDRA 51cc POWER ICE AUGER ENDURA 51cc POWER ICE AUGER Visit us at www rapala ca GAS OIL RATIO 50 1 BLACK ICE 43cc POWER ICE A...

Page 2: ...RATION AND SERVICE Record the product model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting technical support Excluding emissions related warranty i...

Page 3: ...ETY INSTRUC TIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED Important INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR equipment Warning Failure to comply with all...

Page 4: ...with the exhaust and muffler pointed in the direction away from the operator Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone People should always be many feet away from the operation of the engine and...

Page 5: ...ately If fuel is spilled do not start the engine but move product and fuel container away from the area Clean up spilled fuel and allow to evaporate and dry after wiping and before starting Allow fuel...

Page 6: ...ire to the spark plug PRE OPERATION PREPARING ENGINE FOR STARTING Before starting your unit make sure the black throttle cable housing is seated all the way into the brass ferrule at the engine side o...

Page 7: ...ld be kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation 2 Drillholeswithoutplacingexcessivebodyweightontheunit The auger operates most efficiently with a shaving action caused by the weight o...

Page 8: ...el 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 environ ment Transferring the unit from a warm to a...

Page 9: ...re best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a technician or other qualified mechanic Maintenance replacement or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed...

Page 10: ...products but no amount of careful design by us and careful maintenancebyyou canguaranteearepair freelifeforyourunit Most repairs will be minor and easily fixed by following the sug gestions in the tro...

Page 11: ...3 Carburetor out of adjustment 3 Call factory Engine is hard to start 1 Stale fuel 1 Drain old fuel and replace with fresh Always use gas stabilizer 2 Spark plug wire loose 2 Make sure spark wire is s...

Page 12: ...uct not to exceed twenty four consecutive months from the date of purchase for consumer applications As a Viper smallengineowner youareresponsibleforexecutingpropermaintenancelistedinyourOperatingandM...

Page 13: ...areasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either your selling dealer or a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facil ity To locate the Ardisam Auth...

Page 14: ...related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed at no charge to the owner at a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Service Facility 5 When the engine is inspected by a Ardisam Authorized Warranty Ser...

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