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DIGGING PROCEDURE
With the tree spade properly mounted, use the following procedure for digging the new hole for the tree and for
digging the tree.
To avoid injury or death due to
tipping, avoid using the attachment
on an
incline or uneven ground.
1. Raise the tree spade so that the frame is 4-6
inches off the ground.
2. Open the hinged base.
3. Position the tree spade so that it is level with
the ground and the tree is centered between
the blades.
NOTE:
Try to position the loader facing the
same direction when digging the new hole and
the tree. This will help the blades line up
better in the hole, reducing air pockets under
the root ball.
4. Close the hinged base.
5. Lower the tree spade to apply down pressure.
6. Insert the left rear blade (closest to loader)
about a quarter of its length, or until the frame
begins to lift off of the ground. Then retract
the blade until the frame touches the ground
again.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT reposition or tilt the
tree spade while blades are in the ground.
This could cause the blades to bend.
NOTE:
The frame of the tree spade must
always be touching the ground before
inserting the next blade. Digging with the
frame raised will result in a smaller root ball
and could damage the tree.
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