My Earthquake E43 auger review starts with the verdict: buy this 43cc gas kit for a few fence, mailbox and tree holes, and skip it if you need a digging depth the maker prints. I judged it against the holes my 3.7-acre apricot and plum orchard asks for: planting holes, tree stakes and the odd post. Below are the specs, how it handles, the upkeep, the gaps in the paperwork and the rivals worth a look.
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Earthquake E43 Auger Review and My Verdict on the 43cc Gas Auger
Earthquake E43 43cc One-Person Gas Earth Auger with 8 in Bit is a one-person gas auger with its 8 in x 36 in bit already in the box, and it suits someone with a few holes to dig, not a hundred. The engine is a 43cc 2-cycle Viper, and the manual is a full operator’s manual with a fuel chart. According to Earthquake, the powerhead carries a 5-year limited warranty. The manual prints no bystander distance and no reverse, so I use the E43 only in cleared, marked ground.
- Who it is for: one person making a handful of fence, mailbox and tree holes. My roundup of the one-person earth augers lines up the other models in that class.
- What it does best: it arrives with its bit, a 43cc 2-cycle engine and a printed fuel chart.
- Main trade-off: one bit size in the box and a warranty you must register within 30 days.
Earthquake E43 Specs and What Comes in the Box
Two rows matter most in this table: the weight, because the sources disagree, and the digging depth, because none is printed.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Auger type | Gas earth auger, 1-person (maker’s term) |
| Engine, maker’s figure | 43 cc 2-cycle Viper |
| Fuel mix, manual | 50:1 gasoline to 2-cycle oil |
| Bit in the box, maker’s figure | 8 in diameter, 36 in long, fishtail point |
| Extensions, maker’s figure | Optional 12 in and 18 in, sold separately |
| Maximum digging depth | Not published by the maker |
| Weight | 32 lb on the maker’s page, 34 lb on the listing, basis not stated |
| Reverse | Not printed in the manual or on the maker’s page |
| Warranty, maker’s page | 5-year limited powerhead, 1-year limited bit |
The listing title calls it an Earthquake E43 earth auger powerhead, yet the item details list the auger as included. Earthquake sells the same model 35064 as the E43 Earth Auger Combo with the 8 in bit. The 30:1 in the title is the gear ratio, and the 50:1 on the manual’s cover is the fuel mix, so I keep the two numbers apart.
First Setup and Starting the E43 Safely
Every hands-on step in this section, from fitting the bit to adding fuel, starts with one shutdown, so I give it first.
Full Shutdown Box
Shutdown before you clear or free the bit, change or attach the bit, free a stuck bit, adjust, check or add oil or fuel, clean, load, move, store or leave the auger. Never reach toward the bit while it turns, and never clear it or free it with the machine running. Gas auger: release the throttle, trigger or control, turn the engine off, wait until the bit and every moving part have stopped completely, then disconnect the spark plug wire (a spark plug cap on some makes) and secure it away from the plug. Let the engine and muffler cool before you touch the bit or anything near the exhaust. Only then free a stuck bit or clear wrapped material, using only the method your manual specifies (gloves do not make grabbing sharp wire or cutting edges safe), and check the bit and guards for damage. Do not handle unidentified wire, cables or pipes. Do not use reverse or run the engine or motor to back the bit out unless your manual expressly authorizes it for this task, with both hands on the designated handles and everyone clear of the bit; complete the full shutdown again before any further hands-on work. Add every step your manual gives, in its order, and refit every guard and shield before you restart.
The E43 manual adds its own steps. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and inspect the powerhead and auger for damage, and repair any damage before you start again. If an object lodges in the auger, turn the engine off, remove the wire from the spark plug, secure it away from the plug and let the engine cool before you try to remove the object. The manual prints no reverse and no method for removing wrapped material, so for wrapped material I obtain guidance from Earthquake.
Assembly and Fuel
Before I fit or change the bit, I complete the full shutdown for the auger in the shutdown box above. The bit mounts to the powerhead with a 3/8-16 x 1.5 in bolt and nut, and Earthquake’s manual calls for two 9/16 in wrenches. The fishtail point threads into the stem by hand if it is not already fitted. Two wrenches and no special tool is the assembly I want on a shed bench, and I check the bolt again before I carry the unit out because the manual says to be sure the auger is securely attached.
The E43 runs on a 50:1 mix, and the manual prints the chart: 2.5 oz of oil in 1 gallon of gas, 5 oz in 2 gallons and 13 oz in 5 gallons. It asks for unleaded regular gas only and says premium gasoline without ethanol is best. The manual warns in capitals never to mix fuel and oil directly in the engine’s gas tank and never to run the engine on straight gas, which voids the warranty and damages the engine. It also forbids starting fluid.
Refuelling
Before refuelling, complete the full gas shutdown in the shutdown box. Refuel outdoors on the ground, not in a truck or trailer, with the engine cooled. Follow your exact manual’s precautions for ignition sources, filling the tank and dealing with spilled fuel. Mix fuel and oil only as the exact manual says. The E43 manual adds: never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running, and do not smoke while refuelling or operating the engine.
Gear, Clear Ground and Buried Lines
The manual asks for goggles or safety glasses with side shields, a protective hearing device, work gloves and sturdy footwear, plus long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, with no shorts, no loose clothing and never sandals, sneakers or open shoes. Hearing protection matters twice over on this tool, because research on agricultural workers links noise together with hand-arm vibration to greater hearing loss than non-exposed workers showed (1).
Protective Gear
Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles meeting your manual’s specification, including ANSI Z87.1 where required, and add a face shield where required. Wear hearing protection with gas engines and wherever your manual requires it. Wear long pants and sturdy, closed footwear with secure traction, plus any additional protection your manual specifies. Tie back long hair, remove jewelry and secure drawstrings; do not wear loose clothing or loose gloves. Use the gloves specified for the task and keep hair, clothing, gloves, hands and feet away from moving parts.
Clear the Area
Before you start, walk the spot and remove rocks, sticks, wire, hose, stakes and anything else the bit could catch or throw. Identify irrigation lines, drip lines, cables and sprinkler heads before you start, and take loose garden hoses out of the work area. Do not handle or move unidentified cables, pipes or utility lines: keep the auger away from them and contact the utility if their location is uncertain.
Earthquake’s manual says not to drill above underground utilities, including water lines, gas lines, electric cables or pipes. It does not name 811 or tell you to have lines marked, so that step comes from the one-call system. Damaging a buried utility is a recognised safety risk during excavation (2).
Buried Lines
According to PHMSA, contact 811 before digging and include every planned hole in the locate request. Wait the required state notice period and confirm responses from every notified utility, including markings or a clear/no-conflict response for the work area. Resolve missing or conflicting responses before digging. Follow state ticket-validity and tolerance-zone rules, preserve markings, and keep augers outside the required clearance area. Near marks, use careful hand digging or another locating method permitted by state rules and the utility; obey any stricter auger-manual prohibition. Arrange separate locating for private services that 811 does not cover (irrigation lines, cables). Do not dig where a service’s location remains uncertain, and do not switch to a larger machine to get around it. No augering depth above a buried service is safe.
Bystanders and One Person
Keep children, pets and other people out of the work area and at least the distance specified in your exact manual. Stop if anyone enters that area. If your manual gives no number, keep everyone well clear of the work area as it directs, and stop if anyone approaches. No distance makes a work area safe on its own: keep watching it. Use the number of people your exact manual specifies. A one-person unit is operated by one person; never add a helper to a hand-held unit unless the manual says so. The E43 manual prints no bystander distance and says to keep the area clear of all persons, especially small children and pets, and to turn the machine off if children enter it. Earthquake sells it as a one-person auger.
Starting the Engine
The cold start follows the manual in order: choke lever to CHOKE, prime until the primer hose fills with gas, switch ON, hold the handlebar firmly, then pull the starter slowly until it pulls slightly harder and finish with a rapid full arm stroke. After 5 to 6 pulls without a start, push the primer once and pull again. Once it runs, I move to half choke until it runs smoothly, then to RUN.
The pull I felt matched the manual’s wording: slow and light first, then a firm resistance, then the full stroke. When the engine fires, the manual says to release the throttle control momentarily with the right hand and return the left hand to the handlebar, and I do that every time. I run the engine only outdoors.
Carbon Monoxide
Never start or run a gas auger indoors or in a garage or shed, even with the doors open. Start and run it outdoors: the exhaust contains deadly carbon monoxide, which has no color, taste or smell.
A paper on small gasoline engines found that they can raise carbon monoxide to dangerous levels in poorly ventilated spaces (3). The muffler and nearby areas can exceed 150 degrees F, so I let the engine and muffler cool before I touch anything near the exhaust.
How the E43 Handles in the Hole
The E43 digs best when the machine’s own weight does the work, and the manual says the same: drill without placing excessive body weight on the unit, because the auger works most efficiently with a shaving action. I start each hole in a marked, cleared spot with both hands on the handlebar and my feet set, then let the bit settle in. The manual says never to operate the machine in wet grass, to be sure of your footing, to keep a firm hold on the handle and to walk, never run.
The fishtail point is what starts the cut. On the 8 in x 36 in bit it gives the flighting something to follow, and I watch how the soil rides up the flights instead of pressing down to hurry it. The manual also says the clutch reaches maximum power after about two hours of normal operation, and that slippage can occur in that break-in time.
Handles, Stance and the Flex-Coil Spring
The handlebar is a red loop, and in gloves it gives both hands a place to sit, which suits the firm hold the manual asks for. According to Earthquake, the coiled Flex-Coil shock absorber between powerhead and bit reduces upper-body impact when the bit meets a stubborn rock or root, and the maker’s page lists the unit as not compatible with a torque reducer. The manual itself prints no kickback or torque-reaction warning, so I treat the spring as a maker’s claim and hold the unit as if it can twist.
Torque reaction is a real load on the arms. A laboratory study of handheld tools found that short, low torque pulses still drove very high muscle activity in the wrist and forearm (4). That is why firm footing and both hands on the handlebar matter.
Binding and Torque Reaction
If the bit hits a root, a rock or a buried object, it can bind and the machine can twist or kick. Keep firm, balanced footing and hold the designated handles with both hands. Keep hands and feet away from the bit; never grasp or brace the bit or shaft. Never wrap the power cord around your hand, arm or body. Release the throttle or trigger immediately if the bit binds or control is threatened, then complete the full shutdown in the shutdown box and inspect for damage before restarting. Use reverse only where your manual authorizes it for your model.
My rule on a root or stone follows the manual: release the throttle, stop the engine, complete the full shutdown in the shutdown box, inspect the powerhead and auger, and repair any damage before I start again. The manual says not to run the E43 in soil with large rocks and foreign objects that can damage it. It also lists “auger turns at idle” in its troubleshooting table, and says to contact Earthquake if the auger rotates while the engine idles.
Stuck Bit
If the bit sticks in the hole or material wraps around it, do not force it and do not reach for the bit. Stop and complete the full shutdown in the shutdown box before touching or inspecting it. Use only the freeing or clearing method specified in your exact manual; gloves do not make grabbing sharp wire or cutting edges safe. Do not handle unidentified wire, cables or pipes. Powered reverse is permitted only when your manual expressly authorizes it for that task, with both hands on the designated handles and everyone clear of the bit. Complete the full shutdown again before any subsequent hands-on work. If your manual gives no procedure, obtain manufacturer or qualified service guidance.
Noise, Vibration and Fatigue
The manual says to stop immediately if the noise or vibration of the machine increases. Before I inspect, I complete the full shutdown for the auger in the shutdown box above, then find and fix the cause before I restart. The maker lists foam grips, which I notice as a soft, even surface under a glove. The manual prints no sound figure, so I say only that hearing protection goes on before the choke is set.
Fatigue and Vibration
Digging with an auger is heavy, jarring work that twists your arms and back. Take breaks, stop when you are tired or your attention slips, and use the gloves your manual recommends.
Research on workers links long vibration exposure with finger, hand and arm disorders that controlling exposure can prevent (5). A homeowner with a few holes is not that worker, but the lesson about breaks holds.
Fuel, Gas Tank and Upkeep
Before any of this upkeep, I complete the full shutdown for the auger in the shutdown box above. The gas tank figure I can give is 0.3 gallon, taken from an earlier E43 spec sheet printed in 2016, and the current manual prints no tank size. Mix only what you need, in a separate container, at 50:1.
The manual sets the air filter at every 3 months or after 20 hours of operation. The gear case carries 4 oz of grease from the factory and is checked every 50 hours by splitting the case, and the clutch must stay free of oil and moisture. After each day I brush the soil off the flights, because the manual says to remove all debris from the auger and powerhead, and the packed soil in the flight edges is the part I notice most.
Carrying, Transport and Storage
Before you do this, complete the full shutdown for your auger in the shutdown box above. The manual says to carry the powerhead and auger by the handlebars only, never by the auger, and never to carry it between holes with the engine running. I lift it from the shed by the handlebar, and the 32 lb on the maker’s page or the 34 lb on the listing is the figure to plan around, since neither says whether it includes the bit.
Lifting and Transport
Before you lift, load, carry or move the auger, complete the full shutdown in the shutdown box. Load and unload only as your manual describes, never carry the auger by its cord, and refuel a gas unit on the ground, not in the truck bed. Follow the manual’s lifting and handling instructions. The E43 manual adds: if fuel is in the tank, transport the unit upright in an open vehicle, never inside an enclosed space or vehicle, and drain the fuel into an approved container if you must carry it in an enclosed vehicle.
For storage of 30 days or more, the manual says to remove the auger from the powerhead, grease the output shaft and keep no fuel in the tank indoors. It says to store the unit and auger vertically in a dry place, locked or otherwise out of reach of children.
Who Should Skip the Earthquake E43
The E43 fits a narrow, sensible job, and the people it does not fit are easy to name. For other gas models, my roundup of gas earth augers sets them side by side.
- Buy it if: you are one person with fence, mailbox or tree holes to dig and you want the 8 in bit in the box.
- Buy it if: you will mix 50:1 fuel in a separate container and register the warranty within 30 days.
- Skip it if: you need a digging depth the maker prints, because none is published.
- Skip it if: you want more than one bit size in the box or a battery or corded machine.
Real Drawbacks of the Earthquake E43
The drawbacks are about documentation and box contents more than the engine, and none of them is hidden.
- One bit size: other diameters are bought separately.
- Weight is unclear: the maker’s page says 32 lb, the listing says 34 lb, and the basis is not stated.
- Missing manual items: the manual prints no reverse, no bystander distance, no 811 line and no slope rule.
How the E43 Compares With Other Gas Augers
I keep the comparison short here, because the full pairings sit on their own pages. I only compare figures on the same basis. The battery option is in my WORX and Earthquake auger comparison.
Earthquake Dually 10310
Earthquake Dually 10310 Gas Earth Auger Powerhead is a 52cc power head sold without a bit, and Earthquake’s page says it is designed for one-person and two-person operation, a claim its manual does not make. Pick it if you already own bits and want a unit the maker sells for one-person and two-person use, but get Earthquake’s model-specific guidance for two people first, because the manual does not describe it. Pick the E43 if you want a bit in the box and a one-person unit. My comparison of Earthquake E43 against the Dually explains which gas auger I recommend for different buyers.
VEVOR 43cc
VEVOR 43cc Gas Post Hole Digger with 8 in Bit also has a 43cc engine and an 8 in bit, but the bit is 30 in long, and its manual prints no operator rule and no warranty term. Pick it if you want a budget 43cc kit with a bit in the box, and confirm the fuel mix with VEVOR before you fuel it, because its manual prints 40:1 in the text and 25:1 in the technical table. Pick the E43 for the printed 5-year powerhead term on the maker’s page and the fuel chart. I assess the two 43cc machines in my comparison of Earthquake against VEVOR augers.
| Spec | Earthquake E43 | Dually 10310 | VEVOR 43cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine, maker’s figure | 43 cc 2-cycle | 52 cc 2-cycle | 43 cc |
| Bit in the box | 8 in x 36 in | None | 8 in x 30 in |
| Operators, maker’s claim | One person | One or two persons | Not stated |
Common Problems, Parts and Support
Earthquake’s manual spells out these fuel and paperwork issues for the E43.
- Straight gas: running on straight gas voids the warranty and damages the engine, so mix 50:1 in a separate container.
- Clutch slip: the manual says slippage can occur in the first two hours of normal use, and oil or moisture on the clutch makes it worse.
- Auger turns at idle: the troubleshooting table lists idle speed too high or a broken clutch spring, and the manual says to contact Earthquake.
- Missed registration: the warranty is valid only if the completed registration arrives within 30 days of purchase.
- Parts and instructions: contact Earthquake, which prints a support line in the manual.
My Final Verdict on the Earthquake E43
The E43 is a plain one-person gas auger that arrives ready to dig, with an 8 in x 36 in bit, a 43cc 2-cycle engine and a manual that prints its fuel chart and shutdown steps. I recommend it for a few fence, mailbox and tree holes in cleared, marked ground, with 811 called first and the full shutdown completed before every hands-on job. Skip it if you need a printed depth or several bit sizes. That is where my Earthquake E43 auger review lands: a yes for one person with a few holes, and a no for anyone who needs the numbers the maker leaves out. To see where it sits among the field, my roundup of earth augers for real digging lines up gas, corded and battery models.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fuel mix does the Earthquake E43 auger use?
The Earthquake E43 auger uses a 50:1 mix of unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle oil, which the manual charts as 2.5 oz of oil per gallon. Mix the fuel in a separate container, never in the engine’s gas tank, and remember that the 30:1 in the listing title is the gear ratio, not a fuel mix.
What size gas tank does the Earthquake E43 auger have?
An earlier Earthquake E43 spec sheet from 2016 printed a fuel tank of 0.3 gallon, but the current manual prints no tank size. Treat 0.3 gallon as that older edition’s figure, check your own manual and unit before you size a batch, and mix only the fuel you need at the 50:1 ratio.
Is the Earthquake E43 powerhead the same as the E43 combo?
The Earthquake E43 powerhead on this listing is the same product as the maker’s E43 Earth Auger Combo with the 8 in bit, model 35064. The title says powerhead, yet the item details list the 8 in x 36 in auger as included, so the bit comes in the box with the engine.
Does the Earthquake E43 auger have an extension for deeper holes?
According to Earthquake, optional 12 in and 18 in bit extensions are available for the E43 and are sold separately. The maker prints no digging-depth maximum, so the 36 in bit length is never a promise of hole depth, and every hole still needs a call to 811 before you dig.
What warranty does the Earthquake E43 auger have?
According to Earthquake’s product page, the E43 carries a 5-year limited powerhead warranty and a 1-year limited auger bit warranty. The manual adds that the warranty is valid only if the completed registration reaches Earthquake within 30 days of purchase, excluding emissions-related items, and the manual itself prints no term.
References
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- Gallagher AG, Hart M, Cleary D, et al. Proficiency based progression simulation training significantly reduces utility strikes: a prospective, randomized and blinded study. PLoS One. 2020;15(5):e0231979.
- Hyson BE, Friedman BM, Spear B, Bishop-Freeman SC. Lethal carbon monoxide generated from small internal combustion engines. J Anal Toxicol. 2024;48(8):625-629.
- Armstrong T, Bir C, Foulke J, Martin B, Finsen L, Sjogaard G. Muscle responses to simulated torque reactions of hand-held power tools. Ergonomics. 1999;42(1):146-159.
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Safety Note: Only an adult who has read the manual and understands the controls should use an earth auger or post hole digger, never a child or anyone tired or impaired. Use the number of people your manual specifies, and keep everyone else out of the work area. The rotating bit can catch hair, clothing and gloves, and it can bind on a root, a rock or a buried object: the machine can then twist or kick in your hands. Stand with firm, balanced footing and hold the designated handles with both hands. Keep hands and feet away from the bit; never grasp or brace the bit or shaft. Never wrap the power cord around your hand, arm or body. If utility contact or a gas leak is suspected, stop work immediately. Do not touch, inspect, free or move the auger or exposed service, and do not attempt the normal hands-on shutdown or disconnect electrical connections in the suspected leak area. Leave the area, keep others away and contact the utility from a safe location; call 911 for a suspected gas leak or immediate danger. Otherwise, release the throttle or trigger immediately if the bit binds or control is threatened, then follow the shutdown procedure. On a two-person unit, both operators must understand the controls and agree on start and stop signals before starting; stop whenever either operator calls stop. Use reverse only where your manual expressly authorizes it. Never touch or clear the bit while it turns. Before you clear or free the bit, change or attach the bit, adjust, check or add oil or fuel, clean, load, move, store or leave the auger, complete the shutdown for its power type. Corded electric: release the switch or trigger, wait until the bit has stopped completely, then unplug it from the outlet by the plug, not the cord; before transport or storage, also let the motor cool. Battery: release the switch or trigger, wait until the bit has stopped completely, then remove the battery, and the switch key where the model has one. Gas: release the throttle, trigger or control, turn the engine off, wait until the bit and every moving part have stopped completely, then disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the plug, and let the engine and muffler cool before touching the bit, engine, muffler or anything near the exhaust. For a drill-driven bit or any attachment system, follow the shutdown instructions in both the bit or attachment manual and the power-head or drill manual. If the bit sticks or material wraps around it, stop and complete the full shutdown before touching or inspecting it. Use only the freeing or clearing method specified in the exact manual; gloves do not make grabbing sharp wire or cutting edges safe. Do not handle unidentified wire, cables or pipes. Powered reverse is permitted only when the exact manual expressly authorizes it for that task, with both hands on the designated handles and everyone clear of the bit. Complete the full shutdown again before any subsequent hands-on work. Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles meeting the manual’s specification, including ANSI Z87.1 where required; add a face shield where required. Wear hearing protection with gas engines and wherever the manual requires it. Wear long pants and sturdy, closed footwear with secure traction, plus any additional footwear protection the manual specifies. Tie back long hair, remove jewelry and secure drawstrings; do not wear loose clothing or loose gloves. Use the gloves specified for the task and keep them, clothing, hair, hands and feet away from moving parts. Contact 811 before digging and include every planned hole in the locate request. Wait the required state notice period and confirm that every notified utility has responded with markings or a clear/no-conflict response for the work area. Resolve missing or conflicting responses before digging. Preserve the marks and follow your state’s ticket-validity and tolerance-zone rules. Keep the auger out of the required clearance area; near marks, use careful hand digging or another locating method permitted by state rules and the utility. Follow any stricter prohibition in the auger’s manual. Marks do not show a safe drilling depth. Arrange to locate private irrigation lines, cables and other services that 811 may not cover. If a line’s location remains uncertain, do not dig there. Do not handle or move unidentified cables, pipes or utility lines. Before you start, remove rocks, sticks, wire and loose hoses, and identify irrigation lines, drip lines and sprinkler heads. Keep children, pets and other people out of the work area and at least the distance your exact manual specifies. Stop if anyone enters that area. If your manual gives no number, keep everyone well clear of the work area as it directs. No single distance is safe for every auger. On a slope or uneven ground, slow down, keep firm footing and follow only your manual’s rule. Do not dig in frozen or rock-hard ground. Before refuelling, complete the full gas shutdown described above. Refuel outdoors on the ground, not in a truck or trailer, with the engine cooled. Keep fuel away from smoking, flames, sparks and other ignition sources. Use an approved fuel container, avoid overfilling, secure the cap and follow the manual’s spill-cleanup and restart-location instructions; do not start with a fuel leak. Use the specified fuel and oil arrangement for that engine. Never start or run a gas auger indoors, in a garage or shed, or in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area, even with doors open. Operate outdoors where exhaust cannot accumulate or enter occupied spaces through doors, windows or air intakes. Exhaust contains deadly carbon monoxide. For a corded auger, inspect the cord and extension cord before use and do not use damaged cords or plugs. Use an outdoor extension cord meeting the exact manual’s gauge, length, plug and grounding requirements, and follow its GFCI instructions. Keep connections dry and the cord clear of the bit, heat, oil and sharp edges. Never carry the auger by its cord or wrap the cord around your body. Do not use it in rain or wet conditions prohibited by the manual. Use only manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers for the exact model. Complete the battery shutdown before removing or changing a battery, and keep the switch off and fingers off the trigger when installing one. Do not use damaged or modified batteries or chargers. Keep loose battery terminals away from metal objects, and follow the battery and charger manuals for moisture exposure, charging temperature, cooling and storage. Load and unload only as your manual describes, and store the auger dry and out of children’s reach. Take breaks and stop when you are tired.