ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent rapid wear of the U-Joints and
possible failure of drivelines, never lift auger
more than 12” off the ground with the PTO
in operation.
To prevent possible driveline failures, never
move digger from hole-to-hole or transport
while auger is rotating. This could lead to
an injury from flying pieces.
Do
NOT
operate digger on steep hillsides.
When digging on uneven or hilly terrain,
position the tractor with the Post Hole
Digger uphill. With the Post Hole digger
downhill, the tractor could tip when
attempting to pull auger from its hole.
Never position the auger point by hand or
with any tool when the tractor is running.
Never position the auger by putting your
hands on the auger, gearbox, boom, or
driveline. To prevent entanglement and
possible serious injury or death, never use
any body weight to try to push auger into
the ground.
Worn edges or a slightly rounded tip can
seriously affect auger penetration. Check
for wear before each use, replace as
necessary.
Do NOT shovel dirt away from rotating
auger as the shovel can be caught and
thrown by the auger.
Do not operate the post hole digger
without all safety shields and guards in
place. Always use care when operating
Post Hole Digger.
Safety is a primary concern in the design,
manufacture, sale and use of the Post Hole
Digger. At Behlen Country, we want to
confirm to you, our customers, our
concern for safety.
Our current production machines include,
as standard equipment, safety signs. Older
machines can be retrofitted 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 tractors have very short lift
arms or 5/8” diameter (Cat 0) lift arm ball ends.
These tractors are not usually suitable for post
hole digging operations.
Check the tractor’s 3-Point hydraulic lift system.
It should operate up and down smoothly and
have enough power to lift the dirt-loaded auger
out of the hole. Refer to your tractor’s operator's
manual or dealer for any adjustments necessary
to put the 3-Point hydraulic lift system in good
working order. (I & T shop manuals will list most
specifications and adjustment instructions —
available from most farm equipment dealers).
Check the shield over the PTO stub shaft. Make
sure it is in good condition and bolted securely
to the tractor. Purchase a new shield if the old
shield is damaged or missing.
Tractor must be equipped with stabilizer bars,
adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks to keep
the post hole digger from swinging side to side.
Smaller size tractors may need front counter
weights to counter-balance the weight of the
Post Hold Digger and the dirt on the digger.
It is recommended that the tractor be equipped
with a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and a
seat belt that is used.
Be sure your tractor is in good working
condition. Read all the safety procedures
and make sure all tractor operators are
familiar with the safety rules of operation.
CAUTION
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