Worksaver 300 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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OWNER'S /

OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

300

CAUTION

For Safe Operation

Read Rules And

Instructions Carefully

SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA AYUDA

A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA

PARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS

MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD.

THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD

1. Select an area for assembly that is clean and free of any

debris which might cause persons working on the

assembly to trip.

2. Do not lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use crane, jack,

tackle, fork trucks or other mechanical devices.

3. Preview the assembly instructions in your operator's

manual before proceeding further.

4. If the assembly instructions call for parts or assemblies to

be blocked up, use only blocking material that is in good

condition and is capable of handling the weight of the

assembly to be blocked. Also insure that the blocking

material is on a clean, dry surface.

5. Never put hands, or any part of body, under blocked up

assemblies if at all possible.

LIGHT DUTY 3-PT. MOUNTED

Safety Instructions

Tractor Preparation

Operating Instructions

CAUTION

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE

POST HOLE DIGGER

For small 14 - 24 hp tractors with Cat. 0 3-pt. hitch

(with

6. After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect the

machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings

or any other fastened assemblies have been thoroughly

tightened.

7. Before operating the machine, thoroughly read the

operation section of your operator's manual.

8. Before operating, read the maintenance section of your

operator's manual to be sure that any parts requiring

lubrication, such as gearboxes, are full, to avoid any

possible damage.

9. Before operating equipment – If you have any

questions regarding the proper assembly or

operation, contact your dealer or representative.

" Cat. I Pins)

Assembly & Mounting

Maintenance

Repair Parts

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Page 1: For Safe Operation
OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL MODEL NO. CAUTION For Safe Operation Read Rules And Instructions Carefully SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA AYUDA A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA PARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE 1.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Use only genuine Worksaver service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model and serial number of your Attachment here: Model:________________________________________ Serial Number:_______________________________ RETAIL CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY...
Page 3: Warranty
2. If the unit has been subjected to misapplication, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire or other accident. 3. If parts not made or supplied by Worksaver have been used in connection with the unit, if, in sole judge- ment of Worksaver such use affects its performance, stability, or reliability.
Page 4: Safety Information
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded opera- tor who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents. Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual.
Page 5: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment.
Page 6: Safety Signs
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SIGNS Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory. How to Install Safety Signs: Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
Page 7: Operational Safety
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION Personal protection equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the implement. Do not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around moving parts. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or without implements attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent, partial hearing loss.
Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued) This digger is designed for use only on tractors with 540 RPM power take off. When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the digger, be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer for that specific task.
Page 9: Maintenance Safety
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued) Inspect the entire machine periodically as indicated in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, pinched hydraulic hoses, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers.
Page 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SAFETY (continued) Personal protection equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the digger. Do not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around moving parts. Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal, or moving the digger.
Page 11: Transport Safety
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORT SAFETY Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32 kph) at night or during the day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
Page 12: Safety Signs
SAFETY SIGNS AND DECALS NOTICE Bend handle as needed for comfortable operation (See Owners Manual) 101200 LOCATED ON POST HOLE DIGGER BOOM LOCATED AT TOP OF AUGER CENTER TUBE REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without Signs, new Safety Signs must be applied.
Page 13: Assembly And Mounting
Cat. I/Cat. 0 lift pins (part #590330, two required). The model 300 post hole digger can handle 6”, 9”, or 12” diameter augers. However, the size of auger that can be effectively used depends on the size of your tractor and existing soil conditions.
Page 14 INSTRUCTIONS On the implement end of the PTO shaft there is a hole in the yoke just forward of the ” shear bolt (see Figure A). This hole is for the ” diameter x 1 (#2504011). When this roll pin is driven in this hole, the center of the roll pin engages into the groove on the front of the gearbox input shaft.
Page 15: Preparation Procedure
INSTRUCTIONS 2. Repeat the procedure to the other driveline half. Remove all burrs and cuttings. 3. Apply multi-purpose grease to inside of outer (female) driveline section. Assemble driveline and install on tractor and digger. Pull on each driveline section to be sure yokes lock into place.
Page 16: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST (OWNER RESPONSIBILITY) ____ Review and follow safety rules and safety signs on pages 3 through 11. ____ Check that post hole digger is properly and securely attached to tractor. ____ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin or locking balls operate freely and are seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
Page 17: Operation Instructions
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Engage the tractor PTO with the engine at idle (or below 1000 engine RPM). As the auger penetrates the ground, lower the unit slowly with the 3 pt. hydraulic system. DO NOT LET THE AUGER SCREW ITSELF INTO THE GROUND! Auger must dig with the dirt breaking up and being carried to the top by the auger flighting.
Page 18 WHEN IN DOUBT, DO NOT DIG! NOTE: Never exceed the recommended auger capacity of the post hole digger. The Model 300 heavy duty digger is designed for use with augers up to 12-inch diameter. Use of an incorrect auger or auger extension can cause equipment damage, loss of operator control and personal injury.
Page 19: Owner Service
OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators who possess basic mechanical skills. Should you need help, your dealer has trained service technicians available. For your protection, read and follow all safety information in this manual. WARNING! Lower post hole digger to ground or block securely, turn tractor engine off, remove key and disconnect PTO driveline from tractor PTO before...
Page 20: Trouble-Shooting Guide
TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: AUGER WILL NOT DIG Possible Solutions: • Shear bolt sheared – install new shearbolt. • Teeth dull – sharpen or replace. • Ground too dry and hard – order optional fishtail point (#170802) or optional down force kit, or wait until it rains.
Page 21 12” auger extension is used. Order part #170705. 3. Hydraulic Down Force Kit: For tough, hard soil con- ditions. This will allow operator to put 300-400 lbs. of down force on the auger to force cutting edges into tough or hard ground. Tractor must have auxiliary hydraulic outlet.
Page 22: Parts Lists
MODEL 300 POST HOLE DIGGER REPAIR PARTS...
Page 23 MODEL 300 POST HOLE DIGGER PTO REPAIR PARTS...
Page 24 AUGER TEETH MOUNTING PATTERNS GEARBOX REPAIR PARTS...
Page 25 30” AUGER REPAIR PARTS REF. PART 170562 6” Diameter Auger (30”) 170567 9” Diameter Auger (30”) 170572 12” Diameter Auger (30”) 210007 Auger Point – Screw Type 171903 Cutting Edge – 6” Augers Only 706021 Red Claw Digger Teeth – 9” & 12” Augers 2503178 Bolt ”...
Page 26 DFK-50 DOWN FORCE KIT REPAIR PARTS...
Page 27: Down Force Kit Instructions
Raise the Post Hole Digger to its full up posi- tion. Now tighten the boom clamp bolts to 300 ft. lbs. torque. It may be necessary to retighten the clamp bolts after initial use to keep the clamp from slipping.
Page 28: Optional Parking Stand
Make sure the post hole digger will be located on a solid surface and in a location away from children, animals, or traffic areas. PARKING STAND REPAIR PARTS 102160 102169 102163 102179 KIT #102160 Description Complete Parking Stand – 300 Base Plate Leg – 300 Pin – Locking Hook – PTO Qty. –...
Page 29 NOTES...
Page 30: Safety Precautions
ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION 3. MODEL NUMBER 4. NAME OF ITEM MAKE EVERY DAY A HOLIDAY FROM ACCIDENTS! WORKSAVER, INC. P.O. BOX 100 LITCHFIELD, IL 62056-0100 WEB: http:// www.worksaver.com (217) 324-5973 E-MAIL: sales@worksaver.com...

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