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Operator safety
1. Read and understand this Manual before using the Earth Auger.
Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this Earth Auger.
2. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection.
3. Always wear heavy long pants, a long sleeved shirt, boots and
gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals,
or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
4. Never operate this Earth Auger when you are tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can cause death.
6. Keep the grip of handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
Earth Auger safety
1. Shut off the engine and be certain the drill has completely stopped rotating before inverting the Earth
Auger, performing maintenance on or working on the machine.
2. Make sure the Earth Auger is assembled correctly and that the drill is correctly installed and securely
fastened as instructed in the Assembly section.
3. Inspect the Earth Auger before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened securely. Follow the maintenance instructions
beginning on page 11.
4. Make sure the drill does not rotate at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment, page 9.
5. Inspect the drill and replace any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before using the Earth
Auger.
6. Make sure the drill is installed and positioned correctly before using the Earth Auger.
7. Never use a drill or replacement parts that are not approved by a BUSHRANGER service dealer.
8. Maintain the Earth Auger according to the recommended maintenance intervals and procedures in
the Maintenance section beginning on page 11.
9. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Earth Auger
to your servicing BUSHRANGER dealer for repair.
Safety Instructions
The warning system in This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.
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and
are signal words to identify the level of hazard.
: Signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
: Signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precau-
tions are not followed.
: Signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended pre-
cautions are not followed. Two other words are also used to highlight information.
“Important” calls attention to special mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
