Engage the tractor PTO with the engine at idle
(or below 1000 rpm). As the auger penetrates
the ground, lower the unit slowly with the 3-Point
hydraulic system.
DO NOT LET THE AUGER SCREW ITSELF
INTO THE GROUND!
Auger must dig with the dirt breaking up and
being carried to the top by the auger flighting.
Once the hole is dug to the desired depth raise
the auger, while rotating, to bring the dirt out of
the hole. To get a clean hole, it is sometimes
best to lower the auger into the hole with the
auger turning and then, when at the bottom,
stop the rotation and raise the auger while not
turning. This brings the dirt up with little left in
the hole.
NEVER LOCATE AUGER BY PUTTING HANDS
ON THE AUGER, GEARBOX OR BOOM,
when
there is any sign of rotation on the driveline or
auger, or if the tractor is running.
Do not shovel dirt away from a turning auger as
a shovel can be caught by the auger and
thrown. Do not allow anyone to stand behind or
to the side of an operating auger. All persons
should be 25’ away.
A Grade 2 (5/16” x 2½”) shear bolt is included
with you post hole digger. If the shear pin breaks
replace only with a soft, Grade 2 shear bolt.
DO
NO USE A HARD SHEAR BOLT!
The use of a
hard shear bolt could result in damage to the
gearbox or other post hole digger parts and
voids the warranty.
Do
Not
run the digger while transporting, as
damage to the PTO shaft could occur.
Do NOT let the digger go so deep that the
PTO shaft is running in the dirt.
Remain on the tractor seat while operating the
Post Hole Digger. Assisting the machine by
hand can result in possible injury or death.
Be sure the auger is completely retracted from
the hole before attempting to move the tractor.
Once the auger is digging a hole the tractor
CANNOT
be moved. Make sure the brake is set
securely. If the tractor does move while the
auger is in a hole, damage to the gearbox or
auger can result (not covered by warranty).
Cutting edges and screw type center point are
replaceable. They should be sharpened or
replaced when worn.
Note:
If you have a rocky or large root soil
condition, it is recommended that a heavy duty
auger be used.
If you encounter rocks or roots that catch the
auger and cause the shear bolt to break,
remove the auger from the hole and use a large,
heavy pry bar to break up the obstructing rock.
A large root may have to be chopped to be
removed.
If auger becomes lodged below ground, DO
NOT attempt to lift auger out of ground by
hydraulic lift power alone. Turn tractor off and
disconnect PTO driveline from the tractor.
Reverse the rotation of the auger by several
turns. This can be accomplished by using a
large pipe wrench and turning the auger in
reverse several revolutions. Attempting to lift
auger by hydraulic power alone while trying to
clear stuck augers can cause auger, gearbox, or
boom failure.
DO NOT attempt to free the auger while the PTO
is connected. Disconnect the PTO driveline from
the tractor before attempting to free the auger.
Underground Utilities — Contact appropriate
agencies to determine if hazardous items are
buried under the
digging site BEFORE
DIGGING! Be certain
underground utilities
have been called to
locate underground
electric, gas, telephone
and other lines. Check
your telephone book for calling instructions. Be
sure the Post Hole Digger operator is properly
informed. WHEN IN DOUBT, DO NOT DIG!
Never exceed the recommended auger capacity
of the post hole digger. The standard duty
digger is designed for use with an auger up to
12” in diameter. Use of an incorrect auger or
auger extension can cause equipment damage,
loss of operator control and personal
injury.
ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
F-20811
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