Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication
SA10 Hydraulic Post Hole Digger 317-433M
6/2/22
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Long Term Storage
DANGER
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Always secure equipment with solid, non-concrete supports
before working under it. Never go under equipment supported
by concrete blocks or hydraulics. Concrete can break,
hydraulic lines can burst, and/or hydraulic controls can be
actuated even when power to hydraulics is off.
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Always shut power machine down following the “Shutdown
Procedure” provided in this manual before leaving the
•
Do not alter attachment or replace parts on the attachment
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or
meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
specifications. They can weaken the integrity and impair the
safety, function, performance, and life of the attachment.
Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts.
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
the Post Hole Digger when storing it for long periods and
at the end of the season. This will help to ensure the unit
is ready for field use the next time you hook-up to it.
1. Remove any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the Post Hole Digger and its moving
parts. Scrape off compacted dirt and then wash
surfaces thoroughly with a garden hose.
2. Check unit for loose, damaged, or worn parts and
adjust or replace as needed. Replace parts with
genuine OEM parts only.
3. Lubricate the unit as noted under
4. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
prevent rust. Ask your dealer for Land Pride aerosol
touch-up paint. They are also available in touch-up
bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding
TU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.
Touch-Up Paint
Part No.
Part Description
821-070C
Gloss black enamel spray can
821-070CTU Gloss black enamel bottle with brush
821-070CQT Gloss black enamel quart
821-070CGL Gloss black enamel gallon
5. A light coating of oil or grease may be applied to the
areas where paint is worn off in lieu of paint to
minimize oxidation.
6. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
7.
Store the Post Hole Digger on a level surface in a
clean, dry place. Inside storage will reduce
maintenance and make for a longer life.