Tar River BPH-100 Operator's Manual page 17

BPH-100 Post Hole Digger
Lubrication
Before every use:
Check the oil level in the gearbox. Remove the oil plug on the side of the gearbox. The oil level should
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be up to the lower threads of the hole. If oil level is low, add 90 wt. gear oil.
Inspect the auger's cutting teeth and point. Replace if excessive wear is found.
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Every 8 hours:
Remove and clean dirt and/or debris from the Post Hole Digger/Auger.
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Inspect the auger's cutting teeth and point. Replace if excessive wear is found.
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Lubricate and inspect the PTO. (See Fig. 4).
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Every 25 hours:
Check Post Hole Digger hardware for tightness. Vibration from normal use can cause hardware to loosen.
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See "Torque Specification" chart of page 17, for proper torque values.
After each use:
1. Thoroughly clean the Post Hole Digger & Auger.
2. Lubricate moving parts as needed.
3. Store in a shed or under a shelter after use.
Grease
Maintenance
Grease
Grease
Coat PTO inner tube with a thin layer of grease
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Grease
Fig. 4