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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit their use.
Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements.
When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32 kph) at night or during the
day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
Always be sure the implement is in the proper raised position for transport.
Reduce speed when transporting mounted implements to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering
control.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
TRANSPORT SAFETY
Do not drink and drive!
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle. Make certain that at
least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough or
uneven surfaces, and loose gravel.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on hillside, over rough ground and
when operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful when turning sharp corners.
Never allow riders on either tractor or implement. Falling off can kill.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges, inter-
sections, etc.
Following operation, or when unhooking, stop the tractor, set the brakes, disengage the PTO, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition keys.
STORAGE SAFETY
Do not park equipment where it will be exposed to livestock for long periods of time. Damage and livestock
injury could result.
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored unit.
Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface and engage all safety devices.
OWNER SERVICE
The information in this section is written for operators
who possess basic mechanical skills. Should you need
help, your dealer has trained service technicians
available. For your protection, read and follow all safety
information in this manual.
W ARNING!
▲ Lower post hole digger to ground or block
securely, turn tractor engine off, remove key and
disconnect PTO driveline from tractor PTO before
performing any service or maintenance.
▲ Before working underneath, raise 3-pt. hitch to
desired position and block securely. Hydraulic
system leakdown and failure of mechanical or
hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
▲ Keep all persons away from operator control area
while performing adjustments, service or mainte-
nance.
LUBRICATION CHART
REF NO. DESCRIPTION FREQUENCY
1 Front U-Joint 8 Hrs.
2 Rear U-Joint 8 Hrs.
3 Gearbox – Fill to proper level Check Daily
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
DAILY CHECKS:
1. Check that all bolts, nuts, and screws are tight.
Checking the bolts and nuts on the cutting blades is
particularly important in rocky soil.
2. Check daily the level of the gearbox oil and top up to
the correct level. Check for gearbox oil leaks. It should
be noted that no warranty claim can be submitted on
a gearbox that has run dry. It is essential that the
gearbox is kept correctly filled with gearbox oil.
3. Grease the PTO shaft daily.
4. Check the wear on the cutting blades. Sharpen them
routinely with an angle grinder or replace when worn
down too far. Keep at least two sets of cutting blades,
bolts, and nuts as spares.
Daily lubrication of the PTO slip joint is necessary.
Failure to maintain proper lubrication can result in damage
to U-joints, gearbox, tractor PTO and/or driveline.
LUBRICATION INFORMATION
The accompanying chart gives the frequency of lubri-
cation in operating hours, based on normal conditions.
Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent
lubrication.
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts,
particularly when operating in sandy areas.
Use an SAE 90W gear lube in gearbox.
Use a lithium grease of NO. 2 consistency with a MOLY
(molybdenum disulfide) additive for all locations. Be sure
to clean fittings thoroughly before attaching grease gun.
When applied according to the lubrication chart, one good
pump of most guns is sufficient. Do not over grease.
TRANSPORTING
Pay particular close attention to the Safety Messages
regarding transport. Avoid unnecessary injuries and
equipment damage by exercising cautious, conscien-
tious travel procedures.
Attaching the implement to the tractor increases the
overall length of the working unit. Allow additional
clearance for the implement to swing when turning.
Raise the implement as high as possible for transporting.
DO NOT OPERATE PTO DURING TRANSPORT.
REMOVING DIGGER FROM TRACTOR
Post hole diggers when off the tractor, can be an
awkward piece of equipment to handle. Be careful not to
pinch hands and fingers in the various hinge points of the
digger.
If possible, it is suggested to hang the digger from an
overhead rafter or beam. Attach the chain or rope around
the boom just ahead of the gearbox. This allows one man
to easily reconnect the digger to the tractor when next
use is required.
If storing outside, hanging from a good solid tree limb
has worked for some owners. If storing outside, another
idea is to dig a hole about 12-18 inches deep. Then shut
the PTO off while the auger is in the hole and disconnect
the digger from the tractor. The auger in the hole will
keep the unit upright and make it possible for one man to
disconnect or reconnect to the tractor. Doing this, will
cause rusting of the auger, but it is easy for one man to
handle the unit.
AT THE END OF THE SEASON:
1. Drain and change the oil in your gearbox.
2. Check and replace, where necessary, blades, bolts,
nuts on the machine.
3. Clean machine and touch up any rust spots that may
have appeared.
4. Replace any safety signs if damaged or painted over.
5. Make sure PTO driveline yoke and gearbox input
shaft are clean and free of burrs. Keep well lubricated
to prevent galling of yoke and input shaft when shear
bolt becomes sheared.
6. Keep all shields in place. Order new shields if dam-
aged or missing.
7. Keep cutting edges sharp. Sharp cutting edges dig
easier and better. Outer cutting edges on larger
augers wear faster than inner cutting edges; switching
teeth will even wear.
8. Store implement in clean, dry location.