Pengo DT-5 - Manual (Page 5)

Two Speed (DT & RT) Series Manual 5
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Protective clothing and equipment should be worn at all times.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose fi tting clothing.
• Prolonged exposure to excessive noise can cause hearing loss. Wear suitable hearing protection
such as ear plugs.
• Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Avoid distractions.
• Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
• Never let a minor or inexperienced person operate the unit.
• Keep all body parts away from the drilling bit at all times.
• Inspect the area to be drilled before operation. Remove objects which can be thrown or become
entangled.
• DO NOT operate the Drive attachment in areas where carbon monoxide fumes can accumulate.
PRODUCT SAFETY
• Inspect the entire product before operation.
• Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way before operation.
• Keep others away when making any adjustments to the unit.
• Damage to the Auger Drive and auger bit can result if the prime mover moves while the auger is
still in the hole.
PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE
• Use proper tools and equipment when conducting maintenance.
• Work in a clean dry area.
• Inspect all parts. Be sure parts are in good working condition and installed properly.
• Remove build up of grease, oil or any debris.
• Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before beginning operation.
BE ALERT ON THE JOB SITE
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of bystanders. Children in
particular are often attracted to machinery and work activity. Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them. BE ALERT and turn the equipment off if children enter the work area. Keep
children out of the work area and under supervision of another responsible adult.
DRILLING SAFETY
• Inspect the area to be drilled before operation. Remove objects which can be thrown or become
entangled. Be alert when drilling in locations where any type of landscaping fabric / mat may be
present. The material can be rapidly drawn into the point of operation, possibly causing injury or
death to anyone standing on or near the fabric.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the drilling bit when operating the unit.
• DO NOT operate the Auger Drive when the auger bit is more then 12” (305mm) above ground. The
auger bit may bind and cause injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
• While the auger bit is rotating, DO NOT attempt to manually guide the auger to a location.
• Ensure that overhead power / utility lines do not come into contact with the Drive attachment.
• DO NOT use a shovel or any other object to remove material from the auger bit or the hole while
the Drive attachment is in use.
UNDERGROUND HAZARDS
It is the responsibility of the operator to know where buried power, gas, telephone, and other utilities
are at in the work area. This may lead to shock or an explosion. Have the work area marked for buried
lines and do not dig in marked areas set by your local municipals. Striking a hard object underground
with the auger turning can result in the slowing or stopping of the auger.
CAUTION
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