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EPIC
®
200 SERIES ONE-MAN HOLE DIGGER
FORM GOM08042001EU, VERSION 1.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION ........................................... 1
2
SAFETY SYMBOLS........................................ 1
3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 1
4
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 3
5
STANDARD PRODUCT & ACCESSORIES ......... 3
6
MACHINE SET-UP ......................................... 3
7
APPLICATION THEORY & TECHNIQUES ......... 4
8
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................... 5
9
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ..................... 8
10 TROUBLESHOOTING .................................... 10
11 STORAGE .................................................... 11
12 END OF LIFECYCLE ...................................... 12
13 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................... 12
1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a General Equipment light
construction product. From our humble beginnings in 1955, it has been a
continuing objective of General Equipment Company to manufacture
equipment that delivers uncompromising value, service life and investment
return. Because of this continuous commitment for excellence, many products
bearing the General name actually set the standard by which competitive
products are judged.
When you purchased this product, you also gained access to a team of
dedicated, knowledgeable, support personnel that stand willing and ready to
provide field support assistance. Our team of sales representatives and in-
house factory personnel are available to ensure each General product delivers
the intended performance and product safety you expect. Our personnel can
readily answer your questions or concerns regarding proper applications,
service requirements and warranty related problems.
The Hole Digger is intended for use in digging holes outdoors in a variety of soil
conditions from soft loams to hard-packed caliche. The machine is operated by
two adults of proper operator experience/skill/ common sense, height, weight,
strength and physical condition.
If you have any questions or concerns about this product, please feel free to
contact our European Representative or Customer Service Department during
normal business hours using the contact information located on the front cover
of this manual.
Sincerely,
The General Equipment Team
2 SAFETY SYMBOLS
The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this
manual. When you see these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal
injury and carefully read the message that follows. Always utilize correct
augers, blades and bits when using the Hole Digger.
SAFETY SYMBOLS & MEANINGS
Symbol
Meaning
Action
Required
Read Manual
Wear Ear
Protection
Symbol
Meaning
General Warning
Warning,
Flammable
Material
Warning,
Explosive
Material
English-EN
Wear Eye
Protection
Wear
Protective
Gloves
Wear Safety
Shoes
No Open
Flame
No Smoking
No Active
Mobile Phone
No Food Or
Drink
No Trash
Containers
OPERATIONAL DISCLAIMER
The manufacturer of this Hole Digger makes no warranty or guarantee it
is merchantable and/or suitable for a specific job application and that it will
have the power required to dig a specific diameter hole down to a specific
depth in a specific soil classification.
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•
These safety instructions provide guidelines to promote safety
and efficiency with the Hole Digger.
No warranty, guarantee or representation is made by
•
manufacturer as to absolute correctness or sufficiency of any
information or statement.
•
Safety instructions are intended to deal with common practices
and conditions encountered in use of Hole Digger and are not
intended to be all inclusive.
•
Not following instructions in this manual can result in property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
BEFORE OPERATING
1.
BEFORE operating the Hole Digger, read this manual plus applicable
information supplied by engine manufacturer to familiarize each operator
with correct operating procedures.
2.
Visually inspect Hole Digger per MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
STEPS 5 through 15 of this manual.
3.
Determine Hole Digger is in original, factory configuration and has not
been modified in any manner. If questions arise about possible
modifications, contact the European Representative or Customer Service
Department BEFORE utilization. There is no charge for this service.
4.
Always start and stop Hole Digger according to instructions to minimize
possibility of unexpected or uncontrolled auger rotation. Know how to
stop unit in an emergency.
Physical Exertion/Body Strain
Operating the Hole Digger requires proper physical stamina, mental alertness
and is strenuous. Take work breaks to maintain stamina and alertness. If you
have condition(s) that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
doctor BEFORE operating.
Operator
Operator must be of adequate height for any given operating configuration and
operator handle must remain below their shoulder sockets. DO NOT operate
Hole Digger if this condition is not satisfied. Hole Digger requires operator to be
of adequate height, weight and strength to maximize digging efficiency and
minimize possibility of personal injury.
Warning, Toxic
Material
Warning,
Electricity
Warning, Body
Entrapment
Warning,
Rotating Parts
Warning, Hot
Surface
Warning, Floor
Level Obstacle
Warning, Drop
Off
Warning, Slippery
Surface
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