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ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

Precautions

Most accidents occur because of neglect or
carelessness. Avoid needless accidents by
following all of the safety precautions listed
below.

Machinery should be operated only by those
who are responsible and are authorized to do
so.

Stop the engine, lower all equipment, lock the
brakes, and remove the ignition key before
dismounting tractor.

Never stand between tractor and implement
while tractor is being backed to a hitch.

Loose fitting clothing should not be worn, to
avoid catching on various parts.

Detach implement in an area where children
normally do not play.

When performing adjustments or maintenance
on an implement, lower it to the ground or
block it securely at a workable height.

Only a qualified operator should be permitted
on the tractor when in operation; no riders
allowed.

Make certain everyone is in the clear before
starting tractor or raising / lowering equipment.

Operate the tractor and implement only while
seated in the driver's seat.

Reduce speed when transporting mounted
implements to avoid bouncing and momentary
loss of steering control.

A heavy load can cause instability of the
tractor. Use extreme caution during road travel.
Slow down on turns and watch for bumps.
Tractor may need front counter-weights to
counter-balance the weight of the implement.

Reduce speed on hillsides or curves to avoid
possibility of tipping.

Avoid driving too close to the edge of ditches
or creeks.

Do not transport implement on public roads
without reflectors and slow moving vehicle
emblem in daylight and with approved warning
lights at night and other periods of poor
visibility.

Due to the width of some implements, use
extra caution on highways, farm roads, and
when approaching gates.

Always be sure the implement is in the proper
position for transporting.

Keep alert and watch the front as well as the
rear when working with the implement.

Warranty

This unit carries a 1 year warranty, with the
exception of wear parts. Dated proof of purchase
required on all claims.

F-20814

12-3-10

Summary of Contents for Post Hole Digger

Page 1: ...about this product or for parts inquiries please contact our Customer Service Center listed below Post Hole Digger F 20801 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 70155 12 3 10 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER PO Box 569 Columbus NE 68602 0569 Ph 1 800 447 2751 Fax 402 563 7447 www behlencountry com STATEMENT OF POLICY It is the policy of Behlen Country to improve its products where it is possible and practical to do so Beh...

Page 2: ... are serviced to avoid any possible damage 9 Before operating equipment If you have any questions regarding the proper assembly or operation contact your Behlen Country dealer or representative IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please stay alert for these signs THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL identifies important safety warning messages Carefully read each warning message that follows Failure to understand an...

Page 3: ...ss It is the responsibility of the operator to see that no one is within twenty five feet 25 of the blade when it is in operation Do not operate the implement with another person near or in contact with any part of the Post Hole Digger Serious personal injury or death may result if any attempt is made to assist operation by hand Only properly trained people should operate this machine It is always...

Page 4: ...ENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Decals These are the safety stickers that appear on your Post Hole Digger If any of these stickers are missing or damaged please contact Behlen Country at 800 447 2751 for replacement F 20804 12 3 10 ...

Page 5: ...ENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Decals These are the safety stickers that appear on your Post Hole Digger If any of these stickers are missing or damaged please contact Behlen Country at 800 447 2751 for replacement F 20805 12 3 10 ...

Page 6: ...emoval or moving the Post Hole Digger Never place yourself between the tractor and Post Hole Digger while implement is in operation When removing or adjusting equipment be sure your body is never under the implement A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor Use extreme care during travel Slow down on turns and watch out for bumps The tractor may need front counter weights to counter balanc...

Page 7: ...to add these new safety signs If you have an older machine which does not have current standard safety equipment please contact your dealer about bringing your machine up to the current level of safety INSTRUCTIONS Tractor Requirements and Preparation The mounted Post Hold Digger will fit most Category 1 2 and some Category 0 tractors equipped with a standard 3 Point hitch Note Some Category 0 tra...

Page 8: ...s shipped WITHOUT lubricant so it will be necessary to fill it before use With the gearbox in a level position fill to the side inspection hole with a good 90 wt gear lubricant Check often and add lubricant as necessary Grease the input shaft of the gearbox before installing the PTO shaft This reduces the chance of the PTO shaft yoke from galling the input shaft if the shear pin should break Slip ...

Page 9: ...ion If your PTO shaft is not the right size and needs to be shortened for use with your tractor follow the directions below for modifications 1 Hold driveline sections parallel to each other and check for minimum 6 overlap If driveline has been marked for cutting overlap distance will be the distance between the two marks If driveline has less than minimum overlap DO NO USE contact your Behlen Cou...

Page 10: ...raise the auger again Repeat this procedure until the desired hole depth is reached Do not shovel dirt away from a rotating auger as the shovel can be caught and thrown by the auger Leave the Power Take Off disengaged when traveling between holes It is essential that everyone involved in the operation transportation maintenance and storage of this equipment be aware concerned prudent and properly ...

Page 11: ...NNOT 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 rock...

Page 12: ...p cutting edges sharp Sharp cutting edges dig easier and better Outer cutting edges on larger augers wear faster than inner cutting edges switching teeth will even wear Post Hole Digger Option Heavy Duty Fishtail Center Point Recommended for tough or rocky soil conditions The fishtail point will work around smaller rocks Replacement Parts Available 6 Auger W Spiral Point 9 Auger W Spiral Point 12 ...

Page 13: ...change location Outer edge of auger flighting is bending due to contact with rocks or roots use heavy duty auger with thicker flighting Shear bolt has been replaced with harder bolt replace with Grade 2 bolt per instructions PROBLEM AUGER SCREWS ITSELF INTO THE GROUND Possible Solutions Operator did NOT ease 3 Point hitch to ground slowly Faulty 3 Point hitch hydraulic system on tractor Draft cont...

Page 14: ...wering equipment Operate the tractor and implement only while seated in the driver s seat Reduce speed when transporting mounted implements to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering control A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor Use extreme caution during road travel Slow down on turns and watch for bumps Tractor may need front counter weights to counter balance the weight of the...

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