driver until the post is driven to the desired
depth.
Release the trigger dropping the engine
RPM back to idle before removing from
the post. When the engine has returned to
idle, proceed to the next post repeating the
previous method of driving a post.
Installing a Chuck Adapter
(
Fig. 8
) For driving up to 3/4
"
(19mm)
ground rod, stakes, or anchors the Ranch
Pro
™
is designed with Rhino
®
Quick Lock
Adapter System. Applying an adapter
snuggly aligns the rod or post to optimum
striking position and prevents damage to
the driver from bouncing around in a loose
fitting chuck. Simply insert the adapter
inside the chuck tube and push the lock
clip through lock path openings on the
chuck. Then stretch the clip latch over the
end of the pin to secure the adapter into
place. See parts list to specify available 1
"
(25.4mm) adapter.
Maintenance of the Ranch Pro
™
NEVER REFUEL
WITH THE ENGINE
HOT OR RUNNING
Never refuel your Ranch Pro
™
with the en-
gine hot or running as there is a possibility
the flammable fumes from the gasoline
can ignite, causing severe injury and/or
damage to your post driver and surround-
ing area. Follow engine manufacturer’s
instructions for the refueling of the engine.
DO NOT OPEN
CRANKCASE COV-
ER WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
With each use check the engine oil level,
air filter, and all fasteners. If necessary,
add oil, clean or replace the air filter and
tighten any loose nuts, bolts, or any other
fastener.
Change engine oil as per engine manu-
facturer’s specifications. Dispose of used
oil in accordance with any local, state, or
federal regulations.
To help insure years of operation, wipe
down the Ranch Pro
™
with a clean cloth
after each days use.
Refer to the Service Instructions for
more detail regarding maintenance of
the post driver.
Ranch Pro
™
Operating Instructions... continued
Lock Path
Openings
Insert adapter
into the mas-
ter chuck
Apply the lock clip
in position to secure
the adapter
Fig. 8
!
WARNING
!
DANGER
!
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
!
WARNING
!
DANGER
!
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
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