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Post Hole Digger - PD900
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE – FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN INJURY, PROPERTY
DAMAGE AND MAY VOID WARRANTY. • KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • Products covered by
this manual may vary in appearance, assembly, inclusions, specifications, description and packaging.
The product is NOT supplied with engine oil, although traces of oil from the manufacturing
process may be present. It is essential to add adequate engine oil of the correct type to the
engine before use.
Failure to add engine oil will void the product
E&OE
Video Tutorial:
Post Hole Digger - Assembly
User Manual
[Revision 3.0 November 2019]
©2019 Powerblade
warranty.
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- Page 1 Video Tutorial: Post Hole Digger - Assembly Post Hole Digger - PD900 User Manual [Revision 3.0 November 2019] READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE – FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MAY VOID WARRANTY. • KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • Products covered by this manual may vary in appearance, assembly, inclusions, specifications, description and packaging.
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Page 2: Safety
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Safety Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols: You WILL be KILLED or... - Page 3 Post Hole Digger - PD900 General Electrical Safety General Electrical Safety General Service Information • Inspect electrical equipment, extension • Electrically grounded equipment must • The equipment must be serviced or cords, power bars, and electrical fittings have an approved cord and plug and be repaired at authorised service centres for damage or wear before each use.
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Page 4: Safety Symbols
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Safety Symbols The product may have safety warning labels attached to it, explained below. Understand the symbols on your product and their meanings. If any stickers become unreadable, unattached etc, replace them. Flammable Material Hazard... - Page 5 Post Hole Digger - PD900 Carbon-Monoxide Hazard Pull Hazard Slope / Fall Injury Hazard "Slam Dunk" Warning Do not use the product in Be aware that the product Be aware that using the Do NOT attempt "slam dunk" confined areas or without...
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Page 6: Equipment Safety
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Equipment Safety are high-speed, fast-cutting equipment with exposed blades that can cause Post hole diggers serious injury if not used correctly or without taking proper safety precautions. It is extremely important that you read and fully understand the information in this section and all other safety warnings / recommendations and usage instructions before using the equipment. -
Page 7: Transportation Safety
Post Hole Digger - PD900 • Do NOT use the equipment for purposes it is not designed for, such as cutting concrete. • Do not attach the machine to fixed supports. Transportation Safety • Always STOP the engine before putting the machine down, transporting or working on it (refuelling, adjusting etc). -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Table of Contents Safety ............................. 2 Safety Symbols ............................4 Equipment Safety .......................... 6 Parts Identification ........................10 Engine and Machine Components ......................11 Before Use Checklist ........................12 Assembly ..............................12 Air Filter ..............................13 Fuel ................................ - Page 9 Post Hole Digger - PD900 Troubleshooting .......................... 27 Specifications ..........................29 Engine Service and Maintenance Record ................. 30 E&OE ©2019 Powerblade...
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Page 10: Parts Identification
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Parts Identification Name Name Engine (1 handle comes attached via the throttle Tools / Fasteners / Accessories: cable) 4 / 5 / 6mm Allen Key 13 / 15mm Spanner Gearbox Spark Plug Tool Handle (2) (1 handle comes attached to the... -
Page 11: Engine And Machine Components
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Engine and Machine Components Name Name Engine ON / OFF Switch Air Filter Assembly (air filter inside) Throttle Control Spark Plug Cover (spark plug inside) Choke Lever Handle Starter Cord Gearbox Fuel Tank Drive Pin... -
Page 12: Before Use Checklist
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Video Tutorial: Before Use Checklist Post Hole Digger - Assembly Ensure that you carry out all procedures below before starting the engine or operating the equipment. All procedures described are generic in nature and slight variations between different Failure to follow the checklist and carry out the procedures correctly may result in models may exist. -
Page 13: Air Filter
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Air Filter The air filter is used to prevent dirt and other particles from possibly entering the engine and causing internal damage to it. The air filter requires regular maintenance. Always check the air filter before starting the engine. See Filter. -
Page 14: Attaching The Auger
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Attaching the Auger Do not use the machine without an auger and bit attached. • The auger parts can be used in combination to extend the depth of the hole. • Do not use additional auger extension pieces beyond those supplied with the machine. -
Page 15: Engine Starting And Stopping
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Engine Starting and Stopping Before starting the engine, ensure that you have followed all procedures described in the Before Use Checklist. Failure to follow the checklist and carry out the procedures correctly may result in making the product warranty void. -
Page 16: Post Hole Digger Operation
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Post Hole Digger Operation Before use, ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas or water pipes etc or other buried or unseen hazards in the work area. Contact the applicable utility providers for assistance. •... -
Page 17: Maintenance
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Maintenance Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents. -
Page 18: Maintenance Schedule - 2-Stroke Engine / Machine
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Maintenance Schedule – 2-Stroke Engine / Machine Where applicable. E&OE ©2019 Powerblade... -
Page 19: Air Filter
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Air Filter Operating the machine without a functional air filter may cause severe engine damage and will void any warranty. • A dirty or oil saturated air filter will restrict air flow, which can reduce performance and be mistaken as fuel system problems. -
Page 20: Spark Plug
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Spark Plug If the spark plug is damaged (cracked insulator, broken or eroded electrodes etc), replace it. • Always use spark plugs of the correct "heat range" - see Specifications. The spark plug is used to ignite the air/fuel mixture inside the engine. The spark plug has electrodes on one end and an electrical terminal on the other. -
Page 21: Fuel Strainer
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Fuel Strainer A dirty or blocked fuel strainer will restrict fuel flow, which can reduce performance and be mistaken as fuel system problems. Check the condition of the fuel strainer before adjusting engine idle speed, where applicable. -
Page 22: Gearbox
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Gearbox The gearbox is used to provide the drive mechanism for the auger. The gearbox requires lubrication. To grease the gearbox: It is recommended to grease the gearbox approximately every 6 months or 100 hours use, possibly more frequently if used often. -
Page 23: Engine Tuning Guidelines
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Engine Tuning Guidelines Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents. -
Page 24: Factory Settings
Post Hole Digger - PD900 engine may reach speeds where bearing failure and piston seizure are possible. It will also lack power and tend to run very hot. The idle speed screw (A) and high speed mixture screw (B) are accessed from the rear of the engine. -
Page 25: Transportation And Storage
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Transportation and Storage Always ensure that the machine is cool enough to touch before transporting or storing. • Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely flammable – keep clear of naked flames or other ignition sources. • Always transport the machine with the engine ON/OFF switch in the "OFF" position. -
Page 26: Transportation And Storage
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Transportation and Storage Always ensure that the machine is cool enough to touch before transporting or storing. • Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely flammable – keep clear of naked flames or other ignition sources. • Always transport the machine with the engine ON/OFF switch in the "OFF" position. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Troubleshooting Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents. - Page 28 Post Hole Digger - PD900 Engine stops suddenly during use. Possible Fault Action No fuel Check fuel level and ensure adequate fuel is available. Auger jammed Remove cutter from jammed / fouled material. Change cutting method or cutting attachment, clear excess material etc to prevent jamming or fouling.
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Page 29: Specifications
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Specifications Model PD900 Engine Type Petrol - Two Stroke Commercial Displacement 88cc Max Engine Speed 10,000 RPM Reduction Ratio 40:1 Fuel Capacity 1.0 Litre Fuel Type Regular Unleaded 95+ RON Fuel Mix 24:1 (24 parts fuel to 1 part 2 stroke oil) -
Page 30: Engine Service And Maintenance Record
Post Hole Digger - PD900 Engine Service and Maintenance Record Use the following tables as a record of machine servicing and maintenance. Keeping accurate records will help ensure longest machine service life and may simplify fault diagnosis and any possible warranty claims. - Page 31 ©2019 Powerblade. All rights reserved. No part of this document, including descriptive content, concepts, ideas, diagrams or images may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, scanning or recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without express permission or consent from the publisher.
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