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Section 2: Operating Procedures 

SA10 Hydraulic Post Hole Digger 317-433M

6/2/22

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Table of Contents

Operating Instructions

WARNING

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To avoid serious injury or death:  

Auger point should be on the ground before engaging 

hydraulics to start drilling. An auger not resting on the 

ground can swing erratically and damage equipment or hit 

a bystander.

Care should always be taken when first starting to drill a 

hole. The auger, when first entering the soil, can hit a solid 

object causing damage to the auger and/or auger to swing 

erratically and hit a bystander.

Always stop auger from rotating 1 to 2 feet (30.5 to 61 cm) 

before it is out of the hole. This will keep the auger from 

wobbling with an unbalanced dirt load.

IMPORTANT: 

Do not reverse auger rotation when 

raising it up. This will dump soil back into the hole.

IMPORTANT: 

If auger stalls while digging, raise 

auger to free it. Continue normal digging operations 

by lowering the auger slowly into the hole.

IMPORTANT: 

If auger starts to screw itself into the 

soil, stop auger rotation immediately and raise auger 

to free it. Continue normal digging operations by 

lowering the auger slowly into the hole.

IMPORTANT: 

If the auger can not penetrate an 

obstruction, raise the auger out of the hole and 

manually remove the obstruction or dig a new hole 

nearby. 

IMPORTANT: 

Some power machines have a 

hydraulic relief valve to protect the equipment. This 

valve will open in a stalled situation to allow oil to 

bypass. Check your power machine Operator’s 

Manual to see if it is equipped with a relief valve.

IMPORTANT: 

Operate one loader function at a time. 

Operating two or more functions at the same time 

(lift cylinders, tilt cylinder, engine speed, and power 

machine position) can lead to damaged equipment.

IMPORTANT: 

Avoid moving or causing side 

pressure on the auger while in the ground. This can 

damage the auger and drive components.

IMPORTANT: 

Before digging, rotate auger hitch 

plate horizontal. The auger, when first entering the 

soil, could hit a solid object causing the auger to 

swing wildly and damage equipment. Care should 

always be taken when first starting to drill a hole.

1. Tilt top of loader hitch fully back and raise loader 

arms up until auger point is at a transporting height.

2. If the loader arms or the auger blocks the operator’s 

view, readjust loader arms to an acceptable 

transporting height while keeping in mind that the 

lower the arms are positioned, the safer the traveling.

3. Stop tractor on the uphill side of the hole to be drilled 

and where the ground surface is level from side to 

side to greatly improve balance and down force.

4.

Refer to Figure 2-4 on page 21: 

 When possible, tilt 

auger hitch plate (#1) to be parallel to the ground. 

5. Maker sure auger rotation is stopped and then lower 

auger until its point is on the ground. 

6. With engine running at a slow speed, start auger 

turning clockwise looking down from the top. 

7.

Experiment with auger speeds when you first start 

digging. Increase engine speed to increase auger 

speed and decrease engine speed to reduce auger 

speed. Run at higher auger speeds when digging in 

soft and/or sandy soils and at lower auger speeds 

when digging in hard, rocky, or frozen soils. 

8. Increase engine speed to desired digging speed.

9. Periodically, adjust auger position by easing forward 

or rearward to keep the auger vertical while drilling. 

10. Apply down pressure to assist ground penetration. 

Excessive down pressure can stall the auger. If auger 

speed slows or stops, reduce down pressure.

11. After penetrating the ground approximately 

24" (61 cm), stop auger rotation and raise it up to 

remove soil and debris from the hole. 

12. Lower auger back down and continue digging 

approximately another 24" (61 cm) into the ground.

13. Raise auger up again except this time keep auger 

turning to lessen the strain on the equipment. 

14. Stop raising auger when within 12"-24" (31-61 cm) of 

being out of the hole and then lower the auger to 

continue digging. 

15. Repeat procedure until the hole is at its final depth.
16. Allow auger to turn several more revolutions at its 

final depth. With auger still turning, raise auger up to 

within 12"-24" (31-61 cm) of being out of the hole. 

Stop rotation and raise auger out of the hole. 

17. Roll tilt arms into a low carry position when 

transporting from one digging site to the next. Be 

careful watching out for people, obstructions, and 

uneven terrain.

IMPORTANT: 

Normal auger operating speed is from 

36 to 65 rpm. Never exceed rated gallons per minute 

or the equipment can be damaged.

IMPORTANT: 

Be careful not to move forward or 

backward while digging except to keep the auger 

vertical. Damage to the auger, hydraulic motor, 

auger frame, and/or loader can occur.

Summary of Contents for SA10

Page 1: ...ealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Hydrauli...

Page 2: ...the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of this manual w...

Page 3: ...10 Before You Start 10 Tractor Shutdown Procedure 10 Attach Cradle to Optional Hitch Plate 11 Attach Cradle to PFL12 Hitch Frame 11 Auger Installation and Removal 12 Installation 12 Removal 12 Hydrau...

Page 4: ...priate App on your smart phone open the App point your phone on the QR code and take a picture Dealer QR Locator The QR code on the left will link you to available dealers for Land Pride products Refe...

Page 5: ...for all components to stop before leaving operator s seat Use steps grab handles and anti slip surfaces when stepping on and off the tractor OFF REMOVE Safety Precautions for Children Tragedy can occ...

Page 6: ...Operator s Manual When inflating tires use a clip on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly Use a safety cage if available...

Page 7: ...power machine should be upset If ROPS is in the locked up position fasten seat belt snugly and securely to help protect against serious injury or death from falling and machine overturn Wear Personal...

Page 8: ...pirators are required wear a respirator approved for protection against crystalline silica containing dust Do not alter respirator in any way Workers who use tight fitting respirators can not have bea...

Page 9: ...Important Safety Information 6 2 22 5 This page left blank intentionally...

Page 10: ...ride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as 78217 78217 specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the c...

Page 11: ...M 6 2 22 7 Table of Contents 78217 78217 78222 818 094C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard 1 Place 70314 844 194C Danger Underground Utilities Hazard 1 Place 72928 844 398C Danger Guard Missing 3 poin...

Page 12: ...ole Digger 317 433M 6 2 22 8 Table of Contents 78223 78223 858 148C Warning Pinch Point Hazard 2 Places One on each end of the optional hitch plate 70247 818 798C Warning Pinch Point Hazard 2 Places O...

Page 13: ...tained within this manual was current at the time of printing Some parts may change slightly to assure you of the best performance To order a new Operator s or Parts Manual contact your authorized dea...

Page 14: ...eed up your assembly task and make the job safer have all needed parts and equipment readily at hand Tractor Shutdown Procedure The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures Follow these procedu...

Page 15: ...Cradle 8 can be centered on rail 5 or side shifted to one side for optimal viewing Attach Motor Assembly to Existing PFL12 Hitch Figure 1 2 Attach Cradle to PFL12 Hitch Frame Refer to Figure 1 2 1 Rem...

Page 16: ...bystander by catching on loose clothing Installation Refer to Figure 1 3 1 Rotate hitch plate 7 face down and swing motor assembly 6 out as shown 2 Rest motor assembly 6 on a support block 5 approxima...

Page 17: ...rchase one of the optional Land Pride hydraulic hose kits from his or her nearest Land Pride dealer Hydraulic hoses in these kits are each 66 1 68 m long Otherwise the customer will need to provide hi...

Page 18: ...s away from the post hole digger while lowering and raising the unit A person can be hit pinched or crushed by the unit Do not drill through landscape fabric Prior to drilling cut a hole in the fabric...

Page 19: ...se the operator to lose control Do not travel across inclines where equipment could slip or roll over Consult your power machine Operator s Manual for acceptable inclines they are capable of crossing...

Page 20: ...andles 1 and lock pins 2 Lock pins must move freely and extend fully into the auger hitch plate slots 5 2 Raise lock pins 2 by rotating handles 1 up until they stop 3 Start tractor and drive slowly to...

Page 21: ...arranty IMPORTANT Make sure coupler fittings on the hydraulic hoses and power machine are clean before connecting them together NOTE If fittings 8 9 do not match your tractor s 3rd function valve fitt...

Page 22: ...r death Hydraulic fluid can become hot as it flows through components such as hydraulic couplers hoses lines fittings motors etc Wear gloves when working with hydraulic components including while conn...

Page 23: ...ader couplers Transport With Post Hole Digger WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Transport with the tilt cylinder fully retracted motor assembly supported in the cradle and auger lowered to a he...

Page 24: ...the loader arms or the auger blocks the operator s view readjust loader arms to an acceptable transporting height while keeping in mind that the lower the arms are positioned the safer the traveling...

Page 25: ...ped with teeth mounted on the flat side for a 40o bite angle They can be turned over and mounted on the slopped side for a 50o bite angle If experiencing difficulty penetrating soil turn the Pengo tee...

Page 26: ...ow system to operate between 4 and 8 gpm 15 and 30 Lpm The auger should be turning at approximate speeds ranging from 36 to 65 rpm Do not operate the auger above the rated gallons per minute Using the...

Page 27: ...ccessory Refer to Figure 3 3 Land Pride offers as an accessory 7 14 18 36 cm long auger extensions to best suit your application Auger Extensions Figure 3 3 Dirt Auger Teeth Wear Part Refer to Figure...

Page 28: ...n Valve Kit one that will fit your Kubota tractor can be purchased from your nearest Land Pride dealer Part No Part Description 301 565A 3FHK PC 66 Hose Kit with Flat Face Couplers Figure 3 7 Hose Kit...

Page 29: ...Make sure safety labels are installed in their proper location and are in good condition before operating the attachment Read and obey all instructions on the labels Do not alter attachment or replace...

Page 30: ...from motor 10 17 Store removed hardware in a safe location for reassembly 18 Dispose of oil in an environmentally safe manner IMPORTANT Collect and dispose all oil spills and leaks in an environmental...

Page 31: ...end of the season This will help to ensure the unit is ready for field use the next time you hook up to it 1 Remove any dirt and grease that may have accumulated on the Post Hole Digger and its movin...

Page 32: ...e the shaft Refer to Hydraulic Motor Maintenance on page 26 for detailed instructions Type of Lubrication Multi purpose grease Quantity Light film 78240 78240 78241 Auger Pivot Points Type of Lubricat...

Page 33: ...r Teeth Auger Weight in cm in cm in cm in mm Quantity lbs kgs Compact semi double auger 30 76 cm overall length 6 15 2 9 22 9 12 30 5 30 76 30 76 30 76 14 35 6 14 35 6 14 35 6 1 4 6 1 4 6 1 4 6 2 4 4...

Page 34: ...t left or right on the optional hitch plate Can be positioned to the left or right side of the loader for improved line of sight Hydraulic hoses are routed out near the top of the motor housing Allows...

Page 35: ...d Defective or mismatched coupler Replace with new or properly sized couplers Hydraulic fluid is dirty Replace hydraulic fluid and filter Insufficient quantity of hydraulic fluid Fill reservoir to pro...

Page 36: ...245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450...

Page 37: ...designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold the...

Page 38: ...Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com...

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