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HEAVY DUTY AUGER SERIES MODELS EP6 Hex, EP6 Round EP10 Hex, EP10 Round EP15 Hex, EP15 Round EP20 Hex, EP20 Round Owner: Read this entire manual. This safety alert symbol is used Date Purchased: throughout this manual to call your...
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Danuser provides this manual "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. Danuser assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Danuser assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the Danuser is a registered trademark.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM. This form is included in your unit’s paperwork package. If you did not complete a WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM or did not receive one, please call Danuser LLC. Or, register online at www.Danuser.com. Your satisfaction with our product and your safety as a user of our product are both very important to us.
If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, contact your dealer or Danuser LLC. The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you, the operator. If this unit is used, loaned,...
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Safety • Do not allow riders on the equipment at any time. There is no safe place for any riders. • Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating this equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this equipment while taking prescription (continued) or over-the-counter medications.
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Always use care when operating the earth auger. Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Safety is a primary concern in the design, manufacture, sale, and use of earth augers. Danuser confirms to you, our customer, our concern for safety.
The earth auger comes equipped with all safety signs in place. Their locations are shown in Decals & this section. Read and follow their instructions and ensure their care: Safety Signs • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. •...
Decals & Safety Signs (continued) PART NO. DIG7 Locations: Knuckle ear, left side; Knuckle ear, right side TLB & Excavator Knuckle PART NO. DIG6 Locations: Knuckle ear, left side; Knuckle ear, right side Mini-Excavator Knuckle PART NO. DANUSER101 Locations: Quick attach plate, left side; Quick attach plate, right side PART NO.
Pressure and Flow Requirements: • Models EP6, EP10, EP15, and EP20 Danuser Earth Augers are designed to operate within the pressure range of 1500 to 3000 PSI. • Operating flow rate is dependent on model: 6 to 15 GPM for Model EP6, 10 to 20 GPM for Model EP10, 15 to 30 GPM for Model EP15, and 20 to 35 GPM for Model EP20.
Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. Skid-Steer Mount = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 10488 Quick Attach Plate Assembly (includes REF. NOS. 1-5 and 9-10) 10965 Cradle Assembly 10975...
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Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. Offset Skid-Steer Mount = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 20652 Offset Quick Attach Plate Assembly (includes REF. NOS. 1-2 and 6-7) 10198 Knuckle Assembly -----...
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Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. Offset Euro Mount = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 20653 Offset Euro Mount Assembly (includes REF. NOS. 1-2 and 6-7) 10198 Knuckle Assembly -----...
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Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. John Deere 200/300/400/500 Series Mount = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 20659 John Deere 200/300/400/500 Series Offset Mount Assembly (includes REF.
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Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. Mini-Excavator Mount REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. ----- Drive Unit 10219 Knuckle Sub-Assembly 10193 Pin (1-1/4" x 9-1/2") 20012 Lock Pin ----- Ear Assembly...
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Assembly & Installation Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists are detailed on separate pages TLB & Excavator Mount in this manual. REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. ----- Drive Unit 10247 Knuckle Sub-Assembly 10193 Pin (1-1/4" x 9-1/2") 20012 Lock Pin -----...
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Assembly & Drive unit and auger exploded views and part lists Installation are detailed on separate pages in this manual. Bolt-on Bucket Mount = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9591B Bucket Mount Assembly 10976 Knuckle Assembly ----- Drive Unit 10193...
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- use genuine Danuser replacement parts only. For hex spindle, use Danuser PN 10038 (3/4" 10 x 4", Gr. 8, 3/4" of thread) special retaining bolt and nut PN 10041. NEVER use a bolt longer than 4". For round (continued) spindle, use Danuser PN 10039 (7/8"...
Operation DANGER Contact with underground gas lines or electrical cables may DANGER 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 dig near underground This earth auger is utility lines.
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Shut off the vehicle engine, and remove the vehicle key. ONLY with an authorized Install a new Danuser retaining bolt. This is a special thread length bolt - factory replacement. An use genuine Danuser replacement parts only. For hex spindle, use Danuser auger retaining bolt that PN 10038 (3/4"...
Removal & Before storage, the earth auger should be thoroughly cleaned, washing off all dirt and grime. Make sure the hydraulic system is properly sealed against contaminants entering the unit. Storage Always store the earth auger in a dry, covered location. STEP 1: play.
Hose rating too low for hydraulic system Replace with hoses with working pressure pressure rated higher than vehicle hydraulic pressure Hoses pinched Reroute hoses For additional assistance, please call your dealer or contact Danuser direct: Tel: (573) 642-2246 Fax: (573) 642-2240 E-mail: sales@danuser.com...
Proper servicing and maintenance are key to the long life of any attachment. Careful Maintenance & inspection and routine maintenance helps avoid costly downtime and repair. Do not use the Lubrication earth auger with any damaged parts. WARNING DANGER Never check pressurized system for leaks with your bare hand.
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Operating Load or Rated Operating Capacity of 2250 lbs. or greater, utilizing an auger drive with 2000 ft. lbs. of torque or greater. See patent at danuser.com/patents. HOSE KITS & COUPLERS 10050 FLAT FACE ISO 10051...
Any parts or labor required to repair or replace parts not covered under this warranty will be charged to the customer. Parts repaired or replaced by Danuser are then covered by this warranty only for the remainder of the original warranty as if such parts were original parts.
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