SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued)
Inspect the entire machine periodically as indicated in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, pinched hydraulic hoses, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order.
To prevent rapid wear of
To prevent possible instantaneous driveline failure, never move digger from
Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, and clothing, away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
To prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death, never use body weight to try to push auger into the ground.
Worn edges or a slightly rounded point can seriously effect auger penetration. Check for wear before each use, replace as necessary.
Do not shovel dirt away from a 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.
Take all possible precautions when leaving unit unattended: Disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key from ignition. Park in level area.
Always use care when operating a Post Hole Digger.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Follow good shop practices.
-Keep service area clean and dry.
-Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
-Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Before working on this machine, drive to a level area, disengage the PTO, lower implement (or if working underneath, raise and block securely), shut off the engine, set the brakes, and remove the ignition keys.
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