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Starting the Machine Once the Auger
has Been Attached
Be sure the auger teeth and screw tip are not clogged. Removal of any obstructions before starting
the engine and digging operation will increase the e
ff
ectivity of the auger and auger attachments
during use.
Place the EDCO 2PH in a vertical position over the desired hole location. Ensure both operators
have
fi
rm stances before starting the machine.
During all starting operations and processes ensure that at least three positions of the machine
are being supported by team member and team leader. At times during the starting process it is
required that the team member, has one hand completing an operation (choke, on/o
ff
, fuel valve)
and one hand on a handle bar. The team leader is required to maintain a majority of the stability of
the machine during these processes. Once the team member completes said operation, they are
responsible for replacing their hand on to the handle bars.
To Start:
1. Team member: open the gasoline breather to its most open position to ensure a continuous
steady
fl
ow of fuel. (See
fi
gure 4)
2. Team member: turn ON the engine kill switch. (See
fi
gure 5)
3. Team member: engages the choke control if required during cold starts. (See
fi
gure 6)
4. Team member: utilizes recoil starter to start the engine. If completing cold start, allow engine to
warm up before disengaging choke.
5. Team leader: operates the throttle control lever and provides stability during the starting opera-
tion.
DANGER!
At NO time should the team leader begin engaging the throttle control lever until both
team leader and team member have all four handle bar positions supported. Before engaging the
throttle, ensure both team member and team leader have acknowledged to each other they have
full control and are ready to begin digging. Failure to comply, can result is personal injury and/or
property damage.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
