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200 SERIES TWO-MAN AUGERS
FORM GOM08042004US, VERSION 1.1
6.
Crew Chief rotates throttle control counterclockwise (to open) half way
against its stop while providing machine stability with left hand/left handle
grip.
7.
Crew Member closes engine choke located above carburetor by pulling
control lever out to its detent position. FIGURE 10
FIGURE 10
CAUTION
•
DO NOT apply excessive force when pulling or pushing choke
lever control.
Excessive force can damage carburetor.
•
8.
Crew Member pulls recoil starter handle slowly until resistance is felt (this
is the compression point), then gives a fast, short, steady pull. Allow
starter rope to retract slowly. If engine does not start in three pulls,
consult material supplied by engine manufacturer for specific information.
As engine warms up, Crew Member pushes choke control into its detent
position. FIGURE 10
NOTE: Normally, engines not running for some time require three to five pulls
to start. Recently run engines usually start on first or second pull. In cold
weather, initial starting will require additional pulls due to extremely rich fuel/air
mixture.
9.
Allow engine to properly "warm up" and operate without requirement for
engine choke. Check for proper centrifugal clutch operation, excessive
transmission noise and/or vibration.
10.
Crew Chief rotates throttle control counterclockwise to increase engine
speed/regulate digging process. Auger bit begins rotation when
centrifugal clutch reaches initial engagement speed.
PROPER OPERATOR STANCE (FIGURE 11 & 12)
11.
Grasp operator handles firmly. Wrap fingers around handle grips, keeping
grips cradled between thumbs and forefingers.
12.
Keep wrists as perpendicular to operator handles as feasible while
digging. Proper wrist position can minimize and/or reduce stress and
strain related damage potential to this body area, plus, operator control is
enhanced and fatigue reduced. FIGURE 12
13.
Keep left side operator handles as close to waist/leg/arm areas as
possible for maximum leverage/control and minimize effects of "kickback"
if obstruction is encountered when digging.
14.
Keep arms close to upper body, back as vertical as possible, and bend
legs as needed to minimize physical stress.
15.
Position left foot forward of right foot and a comfortable distance apart.
FIGURE 12
NOTE: Not using a proper operator stance (FIGURES 13, 14, 15):
a)
Reduces operator control and balance.
b)
Increases operator fatigue.
c)
Increases risk of property damage and/or personal injury.
FIGURE 13
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FIGURE 11
12
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