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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Cordless Digging Tool RDT1840 ODT1800...
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Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, operating, and maintaining the product. Subject to technical modification. WARNING: To prevent personal injury or damage underground utility equipment, consult local organisations for advice, such as DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG (call 1100 or visit www.1100.com.au).
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. top priority in the design of your cordless digging tool. ■ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord INTENDED USE suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
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and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power Never service damaged battery packs. Service ■ tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. of battery packs should only be performed by the Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained manufacturer or authorized service providers.
● whenever leaving the product unattended CORDLESS DIGGING TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ● whenever performing maintenance ● whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally WARNING ■ Immediately turn off the product and remove the battery Maintain a firm grip on the handles with both hands while pack in the event of an accident or breakdown.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or ■ Operator’s manual x 1 replaced by an authorised service centre. ■ Battery pack (for RDT1840 only) ■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use and ■ Charger (for RDT1840 only)
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT Active overload feature OVERLOAD Safety alert Inactive kickback feature KICKBACK OFF Read and understand all the instructions before operating the product. Follow all the warnings and safety instructions. Overload protection OVERLOAD PROTECTION Do not expose the product to rain or damp KICKBACK PROTECTION conditions.
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GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields Remove the quick-lock pin from the auger. Insert the auger into the drive shaft. Align the holes on the auger Insert the battery pack until the latches click into place. when operating the product.
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OVERVIEW Operating the product Maintaining the product Storing the product p.12 p.14 p.15...
OPERATION OPERATING THE PRODUCT WARNING: Always stand with the forward/ reverse button close to the waist during operation. WARNING: Maintain a firm grip on the product, and hold both handles in the correct operating position. 1. Insert the battery pack until the latches click into place.
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OPERATION NOTE: Refer to the symbols section of the manual for proper guidance and correct understanding of the product. 3. Press the switch trigger and squeeze the start button to operate the product. KICKBACK ON 4. Use the product to plant and dig holes for applications such as planting of trees, KICKBACK ACTIVATED OVERLOAD PROTECTION...
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MAINTENANCE MAINTAINING THE PRODUCT 1. Press the latches and remove the battery pack. 2. Unlock and remove the quick-lock pin. Remove the auger from the drive shaft. WARNING: Remove the auger from the product before cleaning the auger with water. Never wash the product with water.
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STORAGE STORING THE PRODUCT 1. Press the latches and remove the battery pack. 2. Unlock and remove the quick-lock pin. Remove the auger from the drive shaft. 3. Secure the quick-lock pin to the drive shaft. 4. Store the product in clean, dry environment under cover.
Cordless digging tool standardised test and may be used to compare one Model RDT1840 / ODT1800 tool with another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. Voltage 18 V d.c.
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