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2.9. Raising and Lowering the Auger
• Before raising/lowering/moving/adjusting the auger, make sure the area around the auger is
clear of obstructions and/or untrained personnel. Never allow anyone to stand on or
beneath the auger when it is being placed.
• Lower the auger to its lowest position when not in use.
• Empty the auger before raising or lowering.
• Do not get on or beneath the auger when raising or lowering.
• Raise and lower auger on reasonably level ground only.
• Never attempt to increase height of the tube by positioning wheels on lumber, blocks, or by
any other means. To do so will result in damage to auger and/or serious injury.
• Do not raise the auger in high winds.
2.10. Hand Winch Safety
When Equipped:
• Inspect lift cable before using. Replace if frayed or damaged. Make sure lift cable is seated
properly in cable sheaves and cable clamps are secure.
• Tighten brake lock by turning winch handle clockwise at least two clicks after lowering the
auger.
• Lower the auger fully before towing, then rotate winch handle until cable has light tension.
• Do not lubricate winch brake discs.
2.11. Hydraulic Winch Safety
When Equipped:
• Keep away from rotating cable drum and winch cable. Do not touch or grab cable while
winch is being operated or use hands to guide the cable. Failure to heed could result in
serious injury.
• Inspect cable and cable clamps before installing and using hydraulic winch. Replace cable if
frayed or damaged. Tighten cable clamps if necessary.
• Do not continue to supply power to hydraulic winch after the auger has reached full up
position.
• Do not disconnect hydraulic quick couplers when lines are pressurized.
• Make sure lift cable is seated in cable pulley.
• Always keep a minimum of 3 cable wraps on the cable drum.
2. SAFETY
STX2 SERIES – PORTABLE GRAIN AUGER