Product Manual

100 SERIES ONE-MAN AUGER
FORM GOM08042002US, VERSION 1.0
English-EN 5
TRANSPORTATION
1. Auger is designed for one operator to transport it by the operator handle
to, while on, and from job site.
2. When transporting Auger in/on motor vehicle, gasoline tank breather vent
(if so equipped) must be completely closed to eliminate fuel seepage.
3. To minimize damage to Auger, transport in vehicle to job site with auger
bit disconnected and operator handle level with transport surface. This
prevents crankcase oil entering combustion chamber causing hydraulic
lock up.
4. DO NOT allow operator handle to contact auger bits, shovels, or other
sharp/abrasive objects during transit or drop Auger to prevent damage to
unit.
5. All equipment must be secured in/on vehicles with suitable strapping or
tie downs.
6. Personnel should not be transported in same compartment as equipment
and fuel supplies. Consult applicable OSHA regulations for specific
information.
DETERMINATION OF POTENTIAL SUBSURFACE HAZARDS IN
PROPOSED DIGGING LOCATION(S)
Auger operator handle and throttle control are constructed of metallic and a
non-metallic, composite material and does not guarantee operator will be
properly insulated from contact with charged electrical cables. Auger and
related accessories are not classified as insulated.
Auger is not sealed or insulated. DO NOT operate Auger in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible materials. Refer to current OSHA rules and
regulations.
DETERMINATION OF POTENTIAL ABOVE SURFACE HAZARDS IN
PROPOSED DIGGING LOCATION(S)
Normal Auger use is on level ground. Avoid other terrains which can be
dangerous. Special care must be exercised on overgrown, slippery, and/or
difficult/uneven terrain. Watch for surface irregularities. Remove any trip/fall
hazard, grass or other overgrowth BEFORE operating Auger. Operate only
when/where visibility and light are adequate for job at hand. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. Engine/engine muffler can become extremely
hot with potential to burn operator and/or ignite dried materials such as leaves,
grass, etc. Remove such materials where digging with or placing Auger.
OPERATIONAL HAZARDS UNDERSTANDING KICKBACK
Torque and kickback generated by digging process is common with portable,
one-man hole diggers. Auger engine torque is transmitted and multiplied by
transmission to auger bit. When auger bit contacts a buried obstruction, left
side of operator handle is "thrust" towards operator in a sharp, sudden,
counter-clockwise rotation. “Thrusting" force is called kickback and varies
depending on speed of handle movement. Kickback force can have magnitude
to “throw” operator from Auger and/or inflict damage to hands, arms, and other
upper body parts.
Preventive Measures:
• Operator must maintain physical and mental alertness. Be prepared for
unexpected auger contact with buried tree roots, rocks, etc., and be
capable to sense level of machine control they have.
• Maintaining proper operating stances and applying reactive “body
english” is one of the most IMPORTANT and EFFECTIVE procedures to
control kickback. Refer to OPERATOR STANCES in OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual for more information.
• “Spinning” about axis is caused by improper engine throttle control
adjustment. Refer to MAGURA
®
THROTTLE CONTROL MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM in MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual to
correct situation BEFORE placing machine back into service.
CAUTION
• Always assume every digging site can include some form of
buried obstruction. Always be prepared for unexpected auger
bit contact with buried tree roots, rocks, etc.
• Under certain operating conditions, striking a buried
obstruction can produce a severe and/or sudden kickback
force to hip and/or leg areas.
• Force can have magnitude to “throw” operator from Auger.
• Failure to properly accommodate this phenomenon can result
in property damage and/or personal injury.
WARNING
If, during hole digging process, operator loses full control of Auger
for any reason, the following procedure is suggested:
• As a general rule, as soon as operator realizes they are in
process of losing control of Auger, they should “push”
themselves free and clear from operator handle.
• Procedure requires operator fully comprehends they are
losing control of Auger and to react accordingly with
appropriate body movement.
• Improper reactions to this phenomenon can result in
property damage and/or personal injury.
CAUTION
• Improperly secured Auger and related accessories can fall
from moving vehicle and result in property damage and/or
personal injury.
WARNING
BEFORE attempting to dig any holes, identify/mark all potential
subsurface hazards in proposed digging locations(s). Potential
subsurface hazards may include, but may not be limited to the
following:
1. Rocks and roots of any size.
2. Differences and/or variances in specific soil
classifications.
3. Buried garbage/other debris.
4. Buried pressurized pipelines (e.g. natural gas, propane,
etc.)
5. Buried electrical cables.
DANGER
• Always assume digging location contains buried
underground obstructions.
• BEFORE attempting to dig any holes in proposed
location(s), call 811 and/or visit www.Call811.com
.
• Contact appropriate agencies to determine exact
location(s) of all buried pipelines, powerlines and material
debris.
• Many utilities and other agencies will perform these tasks
at minimal charge or at no cost. Have all subsurface
hazards marked for easy recognition.
• Direct contact with these and other subsurface hazards
can result in property damage and/or personal injury
through such things as electrocution and/or explosion.