Blue Diamond Post Driver - Operation

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Assembly &
Installation
(continued)
NOTE
Shut o the vehicle engine.
Oil the Post Driver drive chain, and grease all zerks.
STEP 7:
STEP 8:
STEP 9:
STEP 10:
STEP 11:
STEP 12:
Grease the grease zerk on the tilt pivot boss.
Route the wires along the hydraulic hoses to the vehicle, and secure them with
zip-ties.
Route the control portion of the wiring harness along the loader arm of the vehicle
and into the cab, and secure the wiring with zip-ties. Mount the switch out of the
way of other controls.
Keep wiring a safe distance from hot components such as a heater or exhaust.
Connect the wiring harness to a 12 volt auxilliary power outlet. If necessary,
consult your dealer.
Tilt Option
If the Post Driver is equipped with Tilt, follow the instructions below.
Operation
Post Driver
Stay away from power lines when transporting, raising, or
operating the attachment. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
DANGER
Before you operate the attachment, check over pins and
connections to be sure all are securely in place. Make sure
the Post Driver is securely latched to the vehicle.
WARNING
Contact with underground gas lines or electrical cables may
result in serious injury or death from explosion or electrical
shock. Before operating, call 811 or the local number to
locate underground utilities. Do not drive near underground
utility lines.
DANGER
When using a second person, do not turn on the auxiliary
hydraulics until the second person is clear from the work
area.
DANGER
Personal protection
equipment including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety
shoes, gloves, and ear
plugs are recommended
during assembly,
installation, operation,
maintenance, service,
removal, or movement of
the attachment.
WARNING
Safe operation of
equipment requires the
operator's full attention.
Avoid distractions such
as radio headphones,
cell phones, etc. while
operating.
WARNING
Without the Grapple, the Post Driver requires a second person to position the post.
This person will set the post at the desired location and grasp the post securely,
making sure his hands are at least 30 inches (30") from the top of the post.
STEP 1:
The Post Driver is
designed to be operated
from the vehicle seat.
Keep bystanders away
from the work area. Do
not operate with another
person in contact with any
part of the Post Driver.
DANGER