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Little Beaver How-To Series
Basic Operating Instructions for
the Mechanical Earth Drill
P.O. Box 840
Livingston, TX 77351
936-327-3121 ph * 936-327-4025 fax
1-800-227-7515
LITTLE BEAVER
EARTH DRILLS & AUGERS
Mec
hanical Ear
th Drill
WARNING:
Augers are not to be used as anchoring
devices.
CAUTION:
•
READ and understand your operator’s manual and
the operator’s manual for the engine.
•
NEVER Operate drill without correctly installing
torque tube.
•
NEVER Remove auger from hole while auger is
turning.
•
NEVER Operate auger at less than full throttle.
•
NEVER Operate drill with damaged auger or other
damaged or missing parts.
•
KEEP Hands, Feet and Clothing away from moving
parts while engine is running.
•
KEEP All safety shields and devices in place.
•
MAKE Certain everyone is clear before operating
the machine.
•
KEEP leg pad against leg while drilling to maintain
safe control.
•
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
•
KEEP Bystanders away from work area.
•
SHUT OFF Engine to adjust, service or clean the
machine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
For over 40 years, the versatile Little Beaver
mechanical earth drill has been the #1
choice of professionals who require a one-
man auger that is safe and simple to oper-
ate. Thanks to our unique Torque Tube,
we’ve eliminated the kickback found in
other drills and made one-man post hole
drilling safe and productive. Follow the in-
structions in this guide to ensure proper op-
eration.
Cannot connect
or disconnect
auger.
1) Toggle kill switch on handle
is off.
2) Engine stop switch is in “OFF
or “O” position.
3) Torque tube is not connected
at the engine end.
4) Fuel level is too low in gas
tank.
5) On oil guard equipped
engine, oil level is too low.
6) Spark plug is fouled.
Motor will not
start
TROUBLE
CAUSE
Auger with ex-
tension will not
dig.
Auger turns but
will not dig.
1) Foreign matter collected
around point.
2) Point or blade is dull.
3) Wrong type blade for soil
conditions. Contact dealer
or factory for Little Beaver
carbide blades.
Transmission
overheats.
1) Auger or extensions bent or
running out of line.
2) Number of extensions
exceeds machine capacity.
1) It is normal for the
transmission to run very
warm to the touch. If you feel
it is too hot, consult your
dealer or factory.
Auger turns when
engine idles.
1) Do not use. Contact your
dealer or factory.
Problems not
listed in table.
1) Contact your dealer or
factory.
1) Foreign matter clogging
adaptor.
2) Spring and button in top of
auger is bent or broken.
3) Adaptor
is
bent.
Auger turns too
slowly and will
not dig.
1) Too much down pressure or
binding on side of hole.
Hold back if necessary to
allow auger to turn at full
speed.
DANGER:
Failure to observe
safety instructions and reasonable
safety practices can cause Property
Damage, Serious Bodily Injury and/or
Death. BE CAREFUL!! WATCH OUT FOR
BYSTANDERS!!
DANGER:
NEVER run engine
inside building or enclosed area.
DANGER:
NEVER drill holes
where there is a possibility of
underground power cables or other
hazards.
