Speeco PD241001C - Manual (Page 5)

NOTE: This post hole digger was fully assembled at the factory. Refer to the illustrations and parts list should it
become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts.
STEP 1: Remove the powerhead from the box. The powerhead and auger are purchased separately. Inspect each
piece for shipping damage. If any part is damaged contact your dealer or delivering carrier.
STEP 2: The gear box has been filled with lubricant at the factory. Check the lubricant level after approximately one year
of use. Add all-purpose grease if the level is below the top of the gears. Do not fill to the overflow point.
STEP 3: Attach the auger to the output shaft on the bottom of the powerhead using the 3/8” bolt (3 or 4), lock
washer (5) and nut (6). See the illustrations on page 5. Tighten.
STEP 4: This post hole digger uses an oil/gas mixture of 1:25. Do not mix fuel and oil directly in fuel tank.
STEP 4: Adjust the acceleration cable until it is between 1.0 and 2.0 mm. An excessive length will result in poor
performance.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The clutch requires a break-in period of approximately two hours. During this time some slippage
may occur. For best operation and long life keep the clutch free from oil and moisture.
1) Start the engine. Never have the throttle control fully open when starting.
2) Place the auger point in the desired hole location. Make sure that the unit is upright. Do not dig at an angle.
3) Engage the throttle and start digging at a slow speed. Increase speed as the auger enters the soil.
4) Do not try to force the auger into the ground with your body weight.
5) For heavier soil, move the unit up and and down for each foot of depth.
6) Do not use this unit in extremely rocky soils. If an object is encountered that is too large for the auger to move,
release the throttle control until the engine idles down. Then pull the auger from the hole and turn the engine
off. Remove the obstacle, if possible, and resume digging.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTE: Storing the power head in temperatures below 20 Degrees F could result in difficult starting.
1) Move the kill switch to the “ON” position. The motor will not start while the kill switch is in the
“OFF” position.
2) Move the choke lever to the “ON” position.
3) Pull the throttle. Grasp the starter cord and pull.
4) After the engine has started; slowly move the choke lever to the “OFF” position If the motor does not start
move the choke lever to the “OFF” position and pull the starter control again.
5) Once the motor is running release the throttle.