Product Manual

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

This product is designed to dig holes in the soil when attached to the

3-point linkage system and PTO of a tractor. It is not intended for any

other use! Using the product for anything other than digging holes

could result in serious injury or death!

 The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards that cannot be protected

against by the mechanical means or product design. All operators of this equip-

ment must read and understand this entire manual, paying particular attention to

safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in this

manual you do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your dealer, to explain it

to you.

 Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and

bystanders at least several feet from an operating post hole digger. Only

properly trained people should operate this machine.

 When machine is operated in populated area operation must be stopped

when anyone comes within 25 feet.

 The majority of the accidents involve entanglement on the driveline and opera-

tors being knocked off the tractor by low hanging limbs. Accidents are most like-

ly to occur with machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has not

read the owner’s manual and is not familiar with a post hole digger and or a

tractor.

 The post hole digger is designed for use only on tractors with 540-RPM power

take off.

 Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating. The

driveline guards and tractor shields should be used and maintained in good

working condition. They should be inspected carefully, at least daily, for missing

or broken cable, chain links, shields, or guards. (Worn items must be replaced

at once to reduce possibility of injury)

 Disengage power takeoff (PTO) and place transmission in neutral before at-

tempting to start engine.

 Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entan-

gled in the operating parts of the digger. These items could then swing at great

velocities. Such a situation is extremely hazardous. Inspect the area for such

objects before digging. Remove any like objects from the site.

 Never allow the auger to contact such items. Never assume an area is clear.

Always Check!