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Improper operation can cause serious
injury or death.
Pre-operation
This attachment is designed for drilling holes in the
ground using loaders with a Rated Operating
Capacity (ROC) of 1000 pounds or less.
NEVER
use
this machine for any other purpose.
Read the operators manual for the “Skid Steer
Loader.”
NEVER
allow untrained people to operate.
Operating instructions must be given to everyone
before operating this attachment and at least once a
year thereafter in accordance with OSHA regulations.
NEVER
exceed the maximum recommended input
power or speed specifications for the attachment.
Over-powering or over-speeding the attachment may
cause personal injury and/or machine damage.
Keep all shields, guards, and covers in place.
Do not modify equipment or add attachments that are
not approved by Erskine Attachments LLC.
Use adequate safety warning lights and devices as
required by local regulations. Obey all local laws and
regulations regarding machine operation on public
property.
Always
call
before
you
dig
(1-888-258-0808). When you call, you will be
directed to a location in your state/city for information
about buried lines (electric, telephone, cable TV,
water, sewer, gas, etc.).
Operation
Avoid loose fitting clothing. Clothing caught in
moving parts may lead to serious injury or death.
Always wear eye protection that meets ANSI z87.1 or
use with a loader enclosure that provides similar
protection.
Hydraulic connections may be hot after use. Use
gloves if connecting or disconnecting after use.
Check and be sure all operating controls are in
neutral before starting the engine.
SAFETY
Operation (continued)
Keep people away from the loader and attachment
when in use. This attachment has rotating parts.
NEVER
operate near embankments or terrain that is
so steep that rollover could occur.
Always sta
y in the operator’s position when using the
attachment. If using a walk-behind loader, stay
behind the loader at the controls while operating.
Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage the
hydraulic drive, lower the attachment to rest flat on
the ground, stop engine, set park brake, and wait for
all motion to stop.
NEVER
place hands near moving parts or clear
debris while engine is running.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard
Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving the pressure
before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY
PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when servicing or performing maintenance on
hydraulic systems.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may result.
Maintenance
NEVER
make adjustments, lubricate, clean, or
perform any service on the machine while it is in
operation.
Make sure the attachment is serviced on a daily
basis. Improper maintenance can cause serious
injury or death in addition to damage to the
attachment and/or your equipment.
