Ryobi RPHD43O, Operator'S Manual

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FITTING THE AUGER BITS
See figure 6 & 7
Align the engine drive shaft into the seat on the auger bit and secure it using the appropriate
gudgeon pin and cotter pin provided.
NOTE: Your post hole digger is supplied with a 300mm extension shaft to be used for
deeper hole digging. DO NOT start digging a hole with the extension attached.
The hole should always be started with the auger bit only fitted. Once the hole is deep enough
and the support frame is at least 300mm below waist level, you may stop the engine and attach
the extension shaft between the engine assembly and the auger bit for added comfort and
deeper hole depth. (see
figure
8)
OPERATION RULES
WARNING!
Always follow the safety rules. The post hole digger must only be used to drill ground.
Do not lock the digger onto
fixed supports. Do not use the tool for other applications
other than what is intended by the manufacturer.
OPERATION
WARNING!
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
EYE PROTECTION
WARNING!
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING!
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer for
this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in personal
injury.
NOTE: Read the operators manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions.
NOTE: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 3m from the
operating area.
12
Minimum
3m