BT 45
English
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If the auger becomes trapped in the
drillhole, turn off the engine immediately
and remove as descripted in the chapter
entitled "Releasing a Trapped Auger."
Operating Instructions
In the event of an emergency, switch off
the engine immediately – move the stop
switch to 0 or STOP.
Warning!
Inhalation of certain dusts, especially
organic dusts such as mold or pollen,
can cause susceptible persons to have
an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Sub-
stantial or repeated inhalation of dust
and other airborne contaminants, in par-
ticular those with a smaller particle size,
may cause respiratory or other ill-
nesses. Control dust at the source
where possible. Use good work prac-
tices, such as operating the unit so that
the wind or operating process directs
any dust raised by the power tool away
from the operator. Follow the recom-
mendations of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH
and occupational and trade associa-
tions with respect to dust ("particulate
matter"). When the inhalation of dust
cannot be substantially controlled, i.e.,
kept at or near the ambient (back-
ground) level, the operator and any
bystanders should wear a respirator
approved by NIOSH / MSHA for the type
of dust encountered.
Striking something hard
in the earth (or a hard
object in wood), such as
a rock or gravel, may
cause the drilling tool to
slow down suddenly or
stop. In such a situation,
some or all of the rota-
tional force (reactive
force) is transferred to the
powerhead of the power
drill, which can cause the
control handle power-
head and assist-handle
to rotate suddenly in a
counterclockwise
direction.
Warning!
Work carefully in rocky ground or where
other solid objects may be present.
Keep throttle feed pressure to a mini-
mum. If you feel or hear the drilling tool
strike a solid object, release the throttle
trigger immediately and remove the
object before drilling is continued. When
drilling in heavy clay soil, bore about 1/3
way and remove the auger from the
hole. Clean off auger then continue in
slow steps frequently clearing drill.
Warning!
You should hold your power drill firmly
to control sudden jolts and reactive
forces. Be prepared to release the throt-
tle completely if the forces become too
great. If reactive forces are not control-
led, rotation of the handles may result in
severe jerking and loss of control and
may cause the powerhead or assist
handle to strike you or throw you to the
ground.
Danger!
Contact with electrical
cables or wires can cause
serious injury or death as
a result of electrical
shock. This unit is not
insulated.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of electrocution and
damage to property, always be alert for
underground pipes and cables and for
overhead wires. Before drilling, obtain
the necessary plans and permits. Con-
tact your local utility company or your
locator service, such as "Miss Utility" or
"One Call", for information as to cable
and pipe locations. Where necessary,
confirm actual location by use of
devices such as cable detectors and / or
by carefully dug trenches. Stay clear of
overhead electrical wires when backing
the drilling tool out of the hole. If any por-
tion of the machine strikes a wire, it will
cause electrical shock or death.
Warning!
Thrown objects may ricochet and strike
the operator.
Warning!
Do not operate your power tool using
the starting throttle lock, as you do not
have control of the engine speed.
Warning!
When taking the drilling tool out of the
hole, lift the machine vertically so that
the tool comes out straight without can-
ting. Cover and clearly mark boreholes
to prevent anyone from stepping in a
hole.
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