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5. DANGER! Debris entanglement. The rotating Bit (65) can get tangled in
debris left on the ground, and can result in personal injury and damage to the
machine. Before digging, make sure the area is clear of debris that can wind
around the Auger during operation.
6. DANGER! Rotating Auger hazard. Entanglement in the Bit (65) will cause
serious injury or death. Keep away from the Auger when the Engine (15) is
running. Do not clean the Auger while the Engine is on. The Auger can grab
objects, such as shovels, and throw them. Do not remove the Hitch Pins (57) or
Auger while the Engine is running. Make sure all nuts and bolts are tightened
before using.
Before each use, always examine the Auger for proper Tire air pressure (60 7.
PSI), loose bolts and nuts, structural cracks and bends, and any other con-
dition that may affect its safe operation. Do not use the Auger even if minor
damage appears.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.8.
Never leave the Auger unattended when its Engine (15) is running. 9. Turn off
the Engine, and wait until the Bit (65) completely stops rotating before leaving.
Do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with 10.
the Auger.
Do not force the Auger. 11. This machine will do the work better and safer at the
speed and capacity for which it was designed.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PRECAUTIONS
Gasoline fuel and fumes are ammable, and potentially explosive. 1. Use
proper fuel storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC class
re extinguishers nearby.
Keep the Auger and surrounding areas clean at all times.2.
When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately.3. Dis-
pose of uids and cleaning materials as per any local, state, or federal codes and
regulations. Store oil rags in a covered metal container.
Never store fuel or other ammable materials near the Auger.4.
Do not smoke, or allow sparks, ames, or other sources of ignition around 5.
the Auger.
Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away from exposed, live 6.
electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing. These events
could ignite fumes or vapors.
