Product Manual

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 Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating, servicing, or repairing equipment.
 Stop the engine, remove the key, and set the brake before dismounting the tractor.
 Operate from the tractor seat only.
 DO NOT operate without guards in place and in good, working condition.
 Never allow riders on equipment.
 Stop the auger rotation before maneuvering, relocating, or transporting.
 DO NOT operate when the auger is higher than 12 inches above ground level. Doing so may
cause the driveline to bind, resulting in equipment damage or operator injury.
 Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away while operating.
 DO NOT operate or transport on steep inclines.
 DO NOT use if the implement is damaged. Repair it before continuing use.
 Park and store on a hard, level surface.
 Store out of reach of children. Not for use by or around children.
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death from rotating auger:
 DO NOT use body weight to force the auger into the ground or locate the auger point when the
auger is turning.
 Operate from the tractor seat only.
 Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving parts.
 Keep away from the auger and cutting head when the engine is on.
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death from rotating driveline:
 DO NOT operate without guards in place.
 DO NOT operate higher than 540 RPM.
 Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving parts.
 DO NOT operate without the driveline securely attached at both ends.
 DO NOT operate without the driveline shields that turn freely on the driveline.
Assembly Instructions
Note: For safety, two people are recommended for the assembly of the digger.
1. Place palletized digger on level ground and cut the shipping bands.