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12 PM-000251 - Operator’s Manual - PDD-PD50 - June 2022
5 Safety Precautions - General Information
During Auger Drive operation, maintain a minimum “no-work zone” buffer of 3 meters (10 feet) from any overhead
electrical service and 2 meters (6 feet) from any underground service .
DANGER
Ground Personnel and Bystanders
• Be alert to others in the work area. Be sure others know when and where you will be working.
• Loose tting clothing, long hair, jewellery and equipment which might become entangled in moving
equipment are prohibited while working near the Auger Drive.
• Operators, helpers, and other personnel working near the attachment must wear steel-toe safety shoes,
safety glasses, and hard hats as a minimum. Hearing protection, respirators, and personal protective
clothing will be specied in the site-specic Health and Safety Plan.
Storing Your Planetary Drive Unit
• Seal hydraulic couplers from contaminants and secure all hydraulic hoses o󰀨 the ground to help prevent
damage.
• Clean the unit thoroughly by removing all mud, dirt, and grease etc..
• Inspect for visible signs of wear, breakage, or damage. If required, order any damage parts and perform
the necessary repairs to avoid delays upon removal from storage.
• Check that drive unit motor and hoses are full of clean oil and planetary gearbox is full.
• Coat liberally with grease the output shaft and collar, extension shaft and collar, and all connecting pins
to prevent rust and reduce wear.
• Tighten loose nuts, cap screws, and hydraulic connections.
• Replace safety decals that are damaged or in an unreadable condition.
• Store unit in a dry and protected place, as leaving the unit outside will materially shorten its life.
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