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- Page 1 DO NOT THROW AWAY IMPORTANT MANUAL MODEL 1M5C MECHANICAL ONE-MAN EARTH DRILL Operator’s Manual P.O.BOX 290 • San Bernardino, CA. 92402 Phone (909) 478-5700 • Fax (909) 478-5710 • (800) 922-4680 E-mail: sales@groundhoginc.com • www.groundhoginc.com...
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Page 2: Warnings And Safety Instructions
Coming into contact with buried utilities while digging can cause severe • injuries or DEATH. Contact appropriate utility representatives to determine if/where electrical • cables, gas lines, water lines, etc. are buried BEFORE operation. 1M5C Page 1 ®... - Page 3 4. Use only genuine replacement parts as rec- 4. Use only the # 1300 auger attachment pin and ommended by Ground Hog or the engine make sure that it is properly attached. manufacturer. 5. Be sure the auger bit stops turning when you release the throttle.
- Page 4 The operator must also be both mentally and physically prepared to react to this force. Because the 1M5C is a hand operated, portable type machine, it is limited in what it is capable of doing. The job site, soil conditions, job specifications and operator experience may dictate that a different tool or method be used to do the job.
- Page 5 HANDLE BAR POSITIONS There are three different handle bar positions that the operator of the 1M5C earth drill can use. Each position has a specific purpose and each one plays a part in promoting convenience and versatility to the operator while at the job site.
- Page 6 WARNING using only genuine replacement parts as rec- ommended by Ground Hog or the engine Hitting a buried object, such as a rock, could manufacturer. cause a sudden side thrust against the operator.
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Page 7: When Not In Use
Failure to do so may result in a buried auger. when not in use. • Always remove the auger bit from the earth drill 4. Following the instructions outlined in “DRILLING”, drill when not in use. to the desired depth, adding extensions as needed. 1M5C Page 6 ®...
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