Worksaver 614HC, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
Do not operate this equipment without shields
properly installed. This is for your protection, and the
manufacturer recommends the use of these shields
at all times while operating this post hole digger.
Attach the gearbox with hydraulic motor and counter-
weight bracket to the pivot bracket weldment using the
gearbox pin and secure it with the two cotter pins. Then
connect the entire assembly to the clamp-on mounting
bracket with the 1” bolt. The gearbox should be placed so
that the large shaft is pointing toward the ground and the
hydraulic motor is pointing toward the power unit.
NOTE: The gearbox is shipped WITHOUT lubricant, so
it will be necessary to fill it before use. With the gearbox
in a level position, fill to the side inspection hole with a
good 90 wt. gear lubricant. Gearbox holds 86 fluid oz.
Check often and add lubricant if necessary.
CLAMP-ON MODELS 814HC and 824HC
Check your loader to make sure it is in good working
order.
Refer to the exploded parts views in this manual for
proper orientation of the chain, bolt, and washer.
Install the chain on the clamp-on attachment with the 1 /
2
”
hex bolt and locknut provided. Make sure that the flat
washer is next to the chain link to provide more support
for the chain.
Install the turnbuckle on the bucket attachment with the
pin and cotter pins. Check the turnbuckle to make sure
that it operates easily. Spreading some grease on the
threads will help insure that it will remain free and easy
to use.
Slide the front cutting edge of your loader bucket under
the lip of the bucket attachment.
Raise the loader slightly so that the bottom of clamp-on
attachment is about three or four feet off the ground.
Engage power unit parking brake and shut off the engine.
Place some solid blocking under the bottom of the
bucket for safety.
Install the chain around the loader bucket and into the
keyhole slot on the upper end of the turnbuckle. Slide the
chain through the keyhole slot until the chain around the
bucket is fairly tight – then tighten by turning the turn-
buckle body. Tighten the chain so that the loader attach-
ment and chain are fastened to the loader bucket.
Do not overtighten as damage to the bucket can occur.
If necessary, loosen the turnbuckle and relocate the
keyhole slotted end to another chain link and retighten
the turnbuckle.
Turn the locknut on the turnbuckle up tight against the
end of the turnbuckle barrel and tighten with a wrench.
Install shields on output end of gearbox. A socket with
a long extension is the best tool for easy installation.
Check exploded parts drawing for correct position.
NOTE: It is easier to install the guards on the gearbox
before installing the gearbox on the post hole digger.
ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING
MODEL 914HC and 924HC
The Model 924HC is designed to fit skid steer units with
the “Universal” (Bobcat) style quick-attach loaders.
Remove the bucket from your Skid Steer unit. Check the
loader arms and cylinders to make sure they are in good
working order. Lubricate all loader pivot points. Check all
bolts to make sure they are in place and tight.
Be sure the skid steer hydraulic oil and filter have been
serviced according to the skid steer manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Refer to the “exploded view” of the skid steer mounted
post hole digger on page 29 of this manual. Become
familiar with the relationship of the various components
and parts shown.
Connect the post hole digger mount frame to the
“universal” quick-attach plate on your skid steer loader.
Flip the spring loaded latch pins to the “latch lock”
position and check to see they are properly latched
Raise the unit about 3 1 /
2
feet from the ground.
Install shields on output end of gearbox. A socket with a
long extension is the best tool for easy installation.
NOTE: It is easier to install the guards on the gearbox
before installing the gearbox on the post hole digger.
ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING
DO NOT operate loader and attachment if it is not
securely fastened to the loader bucket. If loose, the
attachment could come off the loader bucket
creating a dangerous situation that could lead to
personal injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION