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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read this manual carefully. Operate your equipment
according to the safety instructions and recommendations found
throughout this manual. Anyone who uses this equipment must read
and fully understand the instructions and be familiar with its
operation.
To receive the greatest possible performance and satisfaction from
your Badger Earth Auger, and to reduce the risk of injury, it is
important that you read and understand the assembly, operating,
maintenance, and safety instructions before using your Badger Earth
Auger. Contact Feldmann Engineering if you do not understand any
of the instructions in this manual.
Your Badger Earth Auger is designed and manufactured to provide
safe and dependable operation, provided it is operated in
accordance with the following safety precautions.
Preventing accidents is the responsibility of every power equipment
operator. The safety precautions identified in this manual must be
fully understood and followed by every operator of this Badger
Auger. Review the safety precautions frequently and never take
chances.
Take the time to become familiar with your Badger Auger and its
components, then operate it in a safe manner. Study the appropriate
sections of this manual for the description of the controls and
function of your Badger Auger. Teach the safety precautions to all
persons who use your Badger Propane Earth Auger.
Avoid mishandling and abuse of your Badger Auger. Handle it
with care, as any rough treatment can cause damage to your
Badger Earth Auger or it can cause a malfunction.
Should the engine stop while drilling, do not attempt to restart it
while the auger bit is in the hole.
Never attempt to adjust or repair your Badger Earth Auger while
the engine is running. Avoid possible injury from moving parts
by first stopping the engine.
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Never modify your Badger Earth Auger in any way. Only
Badger Earth Augers and accessories supplied by Feldmann
Engineering or expressly approved by Feldmann Engineering
for use with your Badger Earth Auger are authorized for
connection and use. The use of non-Badger or unauthorized
components may cause damage or injury.
Check the tightness of screws, nuts, and bolts at regular
intervals and re-tighten if necessary.
Do not wear loose clothing while operating your Badger Earth
Auger and keep all clothes and parts of the body (hands, feet,
etc.) clear of the rotating earth auger assembly to avoid being
drawn into the boring auger.
Do not allow children to operate your Badger Propane Earth Auger at
any time. Do not allow adults to operate your auger without proper
operational instructions, including all safety precautions.
Do not lend or rent your Badger Earth Auger without providing the
owner’s manual. Be sure that anyone who uses your Badger Earth
Auger understands the information contained in this manual.
Give your complete and undivided attention to the proper operation of
your Badger Propane Earth Auger. To operate it properly, you must be
in good physical condition and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (alcohol, drugs, etc.) which might impair
vision, dexterity, or judgment.
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Using your Badger Earth Auger may be strenuous. If you have any
condition that may be aggravated by strenuous activity, check with your
doctor before operating your Badger auger.
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Do not operate your auger when you are tired. Fatigue may result in
loss of control.
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Do not carry your Badger auger or leave it unattended while the engine
is running.
Only run your Badger Propane Earth Auger in well-ventilated areas.
Badger Propane Earth Auger must be transported, stored or
placed on the ground with spark plug facing upward or with
powerhead in upright (operating) position. Failure to do so may
result in oil leakage, excessive exhaust smoke or engine damage.
Always allow engine to cool before storing.
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When transporting your Badger Auger in a vehicle, properly secure it to
prevent it from tipping over, which may cause oil leakage or engine
damage.
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Propane is flammable. Caution must be used when handling or storing
your Badger Earth Auger’s propane tank.
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Never store or transport your Badger Propane Auger with propane tank
attached.
Always attach, remove or change your engine’s propane tank in a well-
ventilated area.
Never store propane tanks where vapor may reach open spark or
flame.
Only use your Badger Earth Auger for its intended purpose.
PRE-USE PROCEDURE
Before using your Badger Earth Auger to drill holes, follow this procedure to
prepare for proper and correct use.
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Find, read, and understand the Badger operating/parts manual.
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Assemble the components of your Badger Earth Auger as indicated
in the Assembly of Drill section of this manual.
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Re-read and follow the Starting Instructions section of this manual.
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If the engine does not run satisfactorily, or if you feel it needs an
adjustment of some kind, contact Feldmann Engineering for the
proper repair information. Do not attempt to adjust the engine
operation yourself. Only an authorized service person may make
adjustments to your Badger Earth Auger’s engine without invalidating
the unit warranty.
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DO NOT RETURN your Badger Earth Auger TO THE RETAILER
THAT SOLD IT TO YOU. THEY ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO
PROVIDE REPAIRS OR WARRANTY REPLACEMENT. If you have
any questions concerning service, contact Feldmann Engineering as
indicated in the Service & Repair Information section of this manual.
