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General 240 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR MANUAL
Includes Safety, Service and Replacement Part Information
Model 240
One Man Hole Digger
Form: GOM26010601
Version 2.0
Do not discard this manual. Before operation, read and
comprehend its contents. Keep it readily available for reference
during operation or when performing any service related
function. When ordering replacement parts, please supply the
following information: model number, serial number and part
number. For customer service assistance, telephone
800.533.0524, +507.451.5510. Our Customer Service Department
telefax number is 877.344.4375 (DIGGER 5), +507.451.5511.
There is no charge for customer service activities .
Internet address: http://www.generalequip.com.
E-Mail location: general@generalequip.com.
Copyright 2006, General Equipment Company.

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  • Page 1 For customer service assistance, telephone 800.533.0524, +507.451.5510. Our Customer Service Department telefax number is 877.344.4375 (DIGGER 5), +507.451.5511. There is no charge for customer service activities . Internet address: http://www.generalequip.com. E-Mail location: general@generalequip.com. Copyright 2006, General Equipment Company.
  • Page 3 Congratulations on your decision to purchase a General 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TEMPORARY STORAGE FOR THE HOLE DIGGER WHILE ON THE JOB SITE. ADDING AND REMOVING THE NONFLIGHTED AUGER EXTENSION. Service CHANGING THE HOLE DIGGER TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT. ENGINE SERVICE. Troubleshooting ENGINE. OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS. Storage Specifications Replacement Parts Diagrams 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 2...

  • Page 5: Notice To Operators

    This type of work activity can be considered to be greater in magnitude than that experienced with the use of many other types of both light construction and 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 3...

  • Page 6: Model

    General Equipment Company and its agents accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident in actual products, specifications, pictures and descriptions contained in this publication.

  • Page 7: Operator Instructional Data Sheet

    _______________ Owner/Instructor __________ Date _______________ Operator _______________ Owner/Instructor __________ Date NOTE: INSERT COPIES OF THIS PAGE WITHIN THE OPERATOR MANUAL IF SPACE FOR ADDITIONAL OPERATORS IS REQUIRED. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 5...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    The 200 Series Hole Diggers require that the operator Video and the material supplied by the engine be of proper height, weight and strength to maximize manufacturer to familiarize each operator with its 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 6...

  • Page 9: Operation

    Select bare ground for fueling and move at least and related accessories are not classified as being 10 feet from the fueling spot before starting the engine. insulated. Contact with buried electrical cables, gas 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 7...
  • Page 10 Reversing the process by starting the engine applications, job sites, soil conditions and operator 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 8...

  • Page 11: Maintenance Repair And Storage

    9) Consult the material supplied by the engine manufacturer for specific information relative to long term storage of the engine utilized on the Hole Digger. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 9...

  • Page 12: Assembly

    TIME BETWEEN EACH REFUELING FOR THE Check all fasteners for security. Consult a fastener ENGINE TO COOL. torque chart for the proper torque value if any fastener is found to require retorquing. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 10...

  • Page 13: Filling The Engine Crankcase With Oil

    A cable with bends, abrasions or other damage that restricts or limits inner wire movement must be replaced with a factory approved replacement part only. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 11...

  • Page 14: General Transportation Information

    MINIMAL COST OR AT NO COST. HAVE ALL accidental seepage of fuel and resulting potential fire SUBSURFACE HAZARDS MARKED FOR EASY 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 12...

  • Page 15: Set-Up For Digging

    DIRECTED AWAY FROM THE OPERATOR. DO NOT OPERATE THE HOLE DIGGER WITH THE ENGINE EXHAUST MUFFLER/SHIELD FACING TOWARD THE OPERATOR. THIS OPERATION POSITION WILL ALLOW THE OPERATOR TO COME IN 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 13...

  • Page 16: Operating The Hole Digger

    If the engine does not start after five pulls, stop Rotate twist grip throttle control counterclockwise to increase the engine speed. The 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 14...

  • Page 17: Understanding Kickback

    IMPORTANT and TREE ROOTS, ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS AT EFFECTIVE procedures for controlling kickback. ANY SPECIFIC ENGINE OPERATING SPEED CAN Improper operating positions only aggravate the effects 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 15...
  • Page 18 REMEMBER- PROPER OPERATOR THIS PHENOMENON CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY POSITIONS ENHANCE THE CONTROL OF THE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. HOLE DIGGER, REDUCE OPERATOR FATIGUE, AND INCREASE OVERALL PRODUCTIVITY. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 16...

  • Page 19: Minimizing Kickback From Adesign Standpoint

    Such an occurrence (pin shear) would result in screwdrivers. The operational characteristics of extensive physical damage to the driveshaft and auger portable electric screwdrivers can not be confused drive hub. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 17...

  • Page 20: Operating The Hole Digger Continued

    Service the Hole Digger will only contribute to equipment Department for specific information. There is no damage and/or personal injury. Instead, remove the charge for this service. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 18...
  • Page 21 The manufacturer is aware that many operators elect to restart the Hole Digger's engine with the 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 19...

  • Page 22: Stopping The Hole Digger

    FIGURE 11. the auger and/or nonflighted auger extension. Close the gasoline tank breather vent (if so equipped) when the Hole Digger is not in use. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 20...

  • Page 23: Adding And Removing The Nonflighted Auger Extension

    Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent accidental engine starting. Close the gasoline tank breather vent (if so equipped). 3) Disconnect and remove the Hole Digger from the 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 21...

  • Page 24: Service

    MANUFACTURER APPROVED PROCEDURE Should this valve become plugged, the following BECAUSE IT REQUIRES EACH POTENTIAL problems can occur: OPERATOR TO HAVE EXCEPTIONAL HEIGHT AND 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 22...
  • Page 25 FIGURE 13. Remove the PN 210-0100 gasket. Remove the primary gear and pinion assembly, PN 210-0340 and PN 210-0310. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601 VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 23...

  • Page 26: Engine Service

    3) air filter 4) carburetor adjustment 5) maintenance schedule 6) engine oil change OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS. 7) troubleshooting 8) short and long term storage HOLE DIGGER LACKS POWER 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 24...

  • Page 27: Storage

    General® 2135 5) Do not store the Hole Digger connected to an auger. TYPE/SERIES NUMBER Always store the Hole Digger with the operator handle level with the ground. 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 25...
  • Page 28 Left Blank 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 26...

  • Page 29: Replacement Parts Diagrams

    Replacement Parts Diagrams 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 27...
  • Page 30 Transmission Assembly 240 Hole Digger [Serial Numbers 2550 Thru 28256] 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 28...
  • Page 31 (2) P/N 240-0180, and (2) P/N 350-0190) 240-0190 Washer, Clutch 240-0150 Clip, Modified 48030401 Screw, Cap, Self Tap, #10-24 UNC x 1/2”, Plate 210-0541 Decal, Caution 240-5080 Decal, Weight 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 29...
  • Page 32 Transmission Assembly 240 Hole Digger [Used Starting With Serial Numbers 28257] 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 30...
  • Page 33 Clutch Kit (Includes (1) P.N 240-0170, (2) P/N 240-0180, and (2) P/N 350-0190) 240-0190 Washer, Clutch 240-0150 Clip, Modified 48030401 Screw, Cap, Self tap, #10-24 UNC x 1/2”, Plated 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 31...
  • Page 34 Replacement Parts Diagrams 2135 Series Earth Augers 1” Diameter Round Drive Connection For Use With 210/240 Series Hole Diggers 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 32...
  • Page 35 2121 Pin, Auger (Includes P/N AP-21-S) All Augers and 2135-15X Extension AP-21-S Pin, Safety All Augers and 2135-15X Extension 233-5092 Decal, Danger All Augers and 2135-15X Extension 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 33...
  • Page 36 PART AUGER DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER APPLICATION E244 Blade, Earth, 4” Dia. Auger 2135-4E E246 Blade, Earth, 6” Dia. Auger 2135-6E E248 Blade, Earth, 8” Dia. Auger 2135-8E 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 34...
  • Page 37 Display Stand Assembly 210/240 Series Hole Diggers 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 35...
  • Page 38 Cap, Plug, 1” Square 15041400 Screw, Cap, 1/4-20 UNC x 1-3/4” Long, Plated 43040000 Nut, Wing, 1/4-20 UNC, Plated 999-4-5010 Decal, Warning SG24-5070 Decal, Assistance 440-5010 Decal, General 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 36...
  • Page 39 Tube, Throttle (Includes P/N 310-0020-030) 310-0020-030 Grip, Handle 310-0030-040 Screw, Pan Head, M5 x 20 310-0030-050 Screw, Self Tapping 310-0030-060 Cover, Top 310-0030-070 Sheave, Roller 310-0020-080 Boot, Rubber 240 ONE MAN HOLE DIGGER, FORM GOM26010601, VERSION 2.0, AUTHORIZATION: DVR, PAGE: 37...

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