240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 11
FILLING THE ENGINE CRANKCASE WITH OIL.
Tools Required:
1 each, small, clean funnel with a flexible extension
s
pout.
Filling the engine crankcase with oil will require a level
working platform of sufficient size and appropriate
height. As alternative, the transmission driveshaft can
be securely mounted in a suitable bench vice.
1) Wipe any dust or dirt from the crankcase
dipstick/filler plug area. Remove the dipstick/filler plug.
2) Using the funnel, add oil to the engine crankcase.
For proper classifications and/or amount, consult the
material supplied by the engine manufacturer for
specific information.
3) Replace the dipstick/filler plug and tighten. Wipe off
any excess spilled oil. Properly dispose of the spilled
oil.
4) Consult the material supplied by the engine
manufacturer for other service related information
including oil change interval.
Do not operate the Hole Digger unless proper oil
level is maintained. Improper oil level can result in
property damage and/or personal injury. Consult
the material supplied by the engine manufacturer
for information relative to proper maintenance
procedures.
Digging Operation
OPERATIONAL DISCLAIMER.
THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS HOLE DIGGER
MAKES NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE THAT IT
IS MERCHANTABLE AND/OR SUITABLE FOR ANY
SPECIFIC JOB APPLICATION AND THAT IT WILL
HAVE THE POWER REQUIRED TO D I G A
SPECIFIC DIAMETER HOLE DOWN TO A SPECIFIC
DEPTH IN A SPECIFIC SOIL CLASSIFICATION.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 DISCLAIMER.
THE E NGINE EXHAUST AND D U S TS/BY-
P
RODUCTS FROM THE OPERATIONAL PROCESS
OF THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO
CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS, OR OTHER
REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
SPARK ARRESTOR DISCLAIMER.
DO NOT OPERATE THE HOLE DIGGER ON ANY
FOREST COVERED, BRUSH COVERED OR
GRASS COVERED, UNIMPROVED LAND UNLESS
A N A P P R O V E D S PA R K A R R E S T O R I S
INSTALLED ON THE MUFFLER. THE SPARK
ARRESTOR MUST BE MAINTAINED IN PROPER
WORKING ORDER BY THE OWNER AND/OR
OPERATOR. IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, THE
ABOVE IS REQUIRED BY LAW. OTHER STATES
MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS WILL
APPLY ON FEDERAL LANDS.
INFORMATION RELATIVE TO MINIMUM
COMPONENT STANDARDS FOR THE OPERATION
OF THE HOLE DIGGER.
For operational safety and overall productivity
considerations, it is required that specific Hole Digger
components meet minimum acceptable operational
standards BEFORE utilization:
1) Operator handle be properly mounted to the
transmission and be of proper structural integrity. If
cracking or deformation is detected, replace the
operator handle with a factory approved replacement
part only.
2) The twist grip throttle control be equipped with a
properly fitting handle grip of sufficient integrity to allow
for proper job function as outlined within this manual. A
loose fitting grip or a grip without a full end cap is not
permitted.
3) Throttle cable is in proper mechanical condition that
allows it to perform its intended job function as outlined
within this manual. A cable with bends, abrasions or
other damage that restricts or limits inner wire
movement must be replaced with a factory approved
replacement part only.