Product Manual

100 SERIES ONE-MAN AUGER
FORM GOM08042002US, VERSION 1.0
English-EN 3
1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a Brave light construction
product. It has been a continuing objective of Brave to manufacture equipment
that delivers uncompromising value, service life and investment return.
When you purchased this product, you also gained access to a team of
dedicated, knowledgeable, support personnel that stand willing and ready to
provide field support assistance. Our team of sales representatives and in-
house factory personnel are available to ensure each Brave product delivers
the intended performance and product safety you expect. Our personnel can
readily answer your questions or concerns regarding proper applications,
service requirements and warranty related problems.
If you have any questions or concerns about this product, please feel free to
contact our Customer Service Department during normal business hours using
the contact information located on the front cover of this manual. There is no
charge for this service.
Sincerely,
The Brave Team
2 INTENDED USE
The Auger is intended for use in digging holes outdoors in a variety of soil
conditions from soft loams to hard-packed caliche. The machine is operated by
one adult of proper operator experience/skill/ common sense, height, weight,
strength and physical condition. Minors should never be allowed to operate the
Auger.
Auger is classified as a low cost, hand held, low horsepower, portable type
machine. The number of practical and/or suitable job applications for this type
equipment is limited. Particular job application variables and operator
experience/skill/common sense may require a different type machine, method
and/or process to properly complete job efficiently and safely. Contact
Customer Service Department for specific information regarding suitable job
applications, job sites, soil conditions and operator experience/skill/common
sense recommendations for Auger BEFORE utilization.
Never exceed the recommended capacities of Auger. Refer to BEFORE
OPERATING and SPECIFICATIONS sections in this manual for more detailed
information. Always utilize correct auger bit and auger bit extension series
designed for use with Auger. DO NOT use ice augers to dig earth. Use of an
incorrect auger or auger bit series can result in property damage and/or
personal injury.
3 TRAINING
Develop a comprehensive program for safe Auger operation by owner(s) and/or
operator(s). Program will include, but is not limited to: instructional operation
requirements, applicable OSHA requirements, local laws and regulations, job
site safety plus Auger maintenance. Constantly examine and upgrade program
to guarantee owner(s’) and/or operator(s’) safety. Each operator must be fully
instructed regarding specifics of this safety program.
4 SAFETY SYMBOLS
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL & SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert “general warning” symbol indicates a potential personal injury
hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the
alert symbol to designate the degree or level of hazard seriousness. Other
safety symbols may be used to represent the type of hazard in combination
with “general warning” symbol, in highlighted boxes, or individually.
DANGER:
Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not voided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this
manual. When you see these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal
injury and carefully read the message that follows.
SAFETY SYMBOLS & MEANINGS
Symbol
Meaning
Symbol
Meaning
Action
Required
General Warning
Read Manual
Warning,
Flammable
Material
Wear Ear
Protection
Warning,
Explosive
Material
Wear Eye
Protection
Warning, Toxic
Material
Wear
Protective
Gloves
Warning,
Electricity
Wear Safety
Shoes
Warning, Body
Entrapment
No Open
Flame
Warning,
Rotating Parts
No Smoking
Warning, Hot
Surface
No Active
Mobile Phone
Warning, Floor
Level Obstacle
No Food Or
Drink
Warning, Drop
Off
No Trash
Containers
Warning, Slippery
Surface
5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATIONAL DISCLAIMER
The manufacturer of this Auger makes no warranty or guarantee it is
merchantable and/or suitable for a specific job application and that it will
have the power required to dig a specific diameter hole down to a specific
depth in a specific soil classification.
WARNING
• These safety instructions provide guidelines to promote safety
and efficiency with the Auger.
• No warranty, guarantee or representation is made by
manufacturer as to absolute correctness or sufficiency of any
information or statement.
• Safety instructions are intended to deal with common practices
and conditions encountered in use of Auger and are not
intended to be all inclusive.
• Not following instructions in this manual can result in property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
DANGER
• This product can expose you to chemicals including
greases, lubrication oils, silica dusts and asbestos which
are known to the State of California to cause cancer and
carbon monoxide (if gasoline engine driven) which is
known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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