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Operation
Post Driver w/ Grapple
Operation
(continued)
Stay away from power lines when transporting, raising, or
operating the attachment. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
DANGER
Contact with underground gas lines or electrical cables may
result in serious injury or death from explosion or electrical
shock. Before operating, call 811 or the local number to
locate underground utilities. Do not drive near underground
utility lines.
DANGER
The Post Driver is
designed to be operated
from the vehicle seat.
Keep bystanders away
from the work area. Do
not operate with another
person in contact with any
part of the Post Driver.
DANGER
After the post is in position, the second person must move
away from the Post Driver and vehicle.
DANGER
Never allow anyone under the attachment at any time.
DANGER
Do not allow riders on the
equipment at any time.
There is no safe place for
any riders.
DANGER
After the post is in position, move the vehicle with the arms raised, and position
the Post Driver directly over the top of the post.
Lower the Post Driver onto the top of the post, ensuring the post is inside of the
lower portion of the Post Driver. Continue lowering the Post Driver until the strike
plate has moved up and the weight of the Post Driver is supported by the post.
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
After the second person has cleared the area, place the loader arms in the float
position. If the vehicle is not equipped with float, the loader arms should be
lowered, applying down force to the post.
Move the vehicle slowly left, right, forward, or backward as needed until the post
appears vertical to the ground.
The Post Driver can now be activated by turning the auxiliary hydraulics to the
forward position. If you are not using the loader float position, the loader arms
should be lowered as the post is driven into the ground.
Drive the post to the desired depth.
As soon as the weight is released (starts to drop), shut off the auxiliary hydraulics,
raise the Post Driver until the post is cleared, and move to the next post.
When stopping the Post Driver, the weight catch should be visible through the
viewing slots on the back of the case. Never stop the Post Driver with the weight
partially raised.
STEP 4:
STEP 5:
STEP 6:
STEP 7:
STEP 8:
Carry the load low. A heavy load can cause instability of
the vehicle. Use extreme care during travel. Slow down
on turns and watch out for bumps. Use all safety devices,
including a seat belt, as recommended in the vehicle
operator's manual.
WARNING
