Coming into contact with auger.
Low
• Keep hands and feet well clear of the rotating
auger. Protective footwear must be worn at
all times.
Coming into contact with moving
parts.
Low
• A belt guard is fitted to the plant. Do not
remove guards or covers.
Risk of electric shock due to
auger coming into contact with
underground cables.
Low
• Always check the relevant authority for
underground obstacles before digging.
Customer Identified Hazard(s)
Key Operating Instructions
Use unleaded fuel only.
Check the handle bars are set to the normal digging position.
Before operating connect the auger selected.
To start, turn on the fuel tap by moving the lever to the down position.
Ensure all stop switches are in the ON position.
For cold starting close the choke lever.
Start the engine by pulling the recoil rope with the throttle in high speed position.
As the engine warms up return the choke lever to the open position.
Set the auger over the position of the hole to be drilled.
While firmly holding the machine slowly depress the control lever to commence drilling. Do not start the
engine with the auger in the hole.
Allow the auger to drill at its own speed, keep the auger straight in the hole.
To clear the hole lift the machine and spin off the soil, do not lift the auger completely out of the hole.
To STOP release the control lever, return the throttle to low speed, turn OFF the stop switch and turn off the
fuel tap.
Please refer to the User Guide and Operator's Manual for Operating Instructions
The Safety Information on this assessment has been developed for the Hire and Rental Industry to assist in
the safe operation of this equipment.
This information contains general information only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for
professional advice, which the user should seek before operating.
Once printed this is an uncontrolled copy.
Issue #: 24 • Issued Nov 11, 2008 • Printed Mar 6, 2009 • Copyright ©2009 HRIA Ltd.
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