F8 Digger Ops&Parts Manual
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1. ERR ER PR ME OAR SP ES OE NR NEE TE TCO A GATS RINE EEE NSE LOO IL RIEL EE a I EIEIO TERE LE TRC Since 1910 AN Quality amp Innovation Made in the U S A Me DANGER Si no entiende ingles se prefiere que busque a alguien que interprete las instrucciones para usted Owner Date Purchased Model F8 Serial Manual 4 9IMF82452045 Owner s Manual Danuser Machine Company Inc 500 East Third Street Fulton Missouri 65251 0368 Phone 573 642 2246 Fax 573 642 2240 E mail sales danuser com Website www danuser com My grandfather K B Danuser began building wagons and repairing all types of machinery in a small shop in Fulton Missouri in 1910 With pride in his Swiss craftsmanship he established one policy for his concern which is the hallmark of Danuser Machine Company Inc to this day Good enough won t do it must be right 3 E esteem m Today a new modern plant built by my father Henry Danuser is located on the original site This building and those who work in it are dedicated to the tradition of fine craftsmanship and to the production of quality implements The challenge of changing economic conditions is being met with improved manufacturing methods From this sound growth will come new products designed to better serve agriculture and industry Bh Qaa Jerry Danuser Foreword Symbols Table of Contents Ple2. Yoke and Shaft Spring Lok Yoke Assembly Spring Lok Repair Kit enaunoraronconorono Parto rcrno enra ns ecsoupvept tseveudeoe et tor vrransaa reves ta EERE EES sesvete o o ere eva or ERTELE Auger Assemblies By Safety Sign Location FENT When using an extension Ref No 9 PN 7676 Ref No 11 PN 7731 and Ref No 10 PN 7733 should be relocated from the auger adapter to the extension adapter and Ref No 13 PN 9548 should be used to attach the auger to the extension to avoid possible entanglement Augers have replaceable points and edges Serrated cutting edges Ref No 2a and optional points Ref No 6 and Ref No 7 are available to aid penetration in tough digging conditions Flights are replaceable except on 4 and 6 where the flight is a continuous spiral Cutting edges for 4 and 6 augers are welded on auger AUGER ASSEMBLIES FOR 2 9 16 ROUND SPINDLES Part Number by Auger Diameter Description No 4 6 9 l 0 l 2 14 16 l 8 24 30 Req d Standard Auger 40 Long with Plain Edges and Std Point pepe e es n o 5 samara Ane a Lng vit Seras Bigs nd stro pes pes o or em E tut haze 52 Long eit Pin Eger nd Pot pepe pes poo Dre e aee 52 Lng vin rc ges a Se ro 090800 50 MO OS O O A Ld peeeeswseeween O sa sa 7788 7790 7792 7794 7796 7798 Plain Cutting Edges with B
3. Lao fp l we GJ UJ UJ M Y EN o HE a m Ke Hole Digger Head Auger Assemblies 4h Safety Sign Location Hole Digger Head Augers have replaceable points and teeth Flights are replaceable except on 6 Auger point PN 9353 is the only auger point that can be used with Hole Digger Heads AUGER ASSEMBLIES WITH HOLE DIGGER HEADS FOR 2 9 16 ROUND SPINDLES No Ref Part Number by Auger Diameter Iro Description Req d No 6 9 0 1 2 14 6 1 8 24 30 9319 40 Hole Depth Auger with Double Flight Construction _ 9322 9323 9324 9325 9326 52 Hole Depth Auger with Double Flight Construction MEN A O O O O O ECO se se EN 1 BL ped pour c icc us Only ET Retaining Bolt 1 27 13 x 7 16 Tafaj ES SPECIAL BOLT Use Genuine Danuser Replacement Only LE Auger Adapter Replacement for Field Welding Y 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 Auger Adapter Replacement for Field Welding Bolded Auger Part Number Auger Adapter Guard PN 9545 is required with these 3 5 8 center column augers Hole Digger Head Kits can be id oi ad HOLE DIGGER HEAD REPLACEMENT PARTS Description Hole Digger Head Point Hole Digger Head Tooth Hard Surface Tooth Option Roll Pin 5 16 x 1 1 4 HOLE DIGGER HEAD KIT Field Welds to Auger Auger No T
4. To prevent injury keep an area of at least twenty five feet 25 around the auger clear of bystanders and all other people If you break a shear bolt the auger retaining bolt should retain the auger on the F8 Digger spindle Replace the special shear bolt as follows a Disengage the PTO set the brakes shut off the tractor engine and remove the tractor key b Remove the Auger Adapter Guard c Remove the broken shear bolt d Instali a new Danuser shear bolt PN 7731 and nut PN 7733 This is a special thread length bolt use genuine Danuser replacement parts only NEVER use a bolt longer than 4 e Tighten the shear bolt nut securely f Replace the Auger Adapter Guard 13 Operation fA DANGER continued Keep others at least twenty five feet 25 from the auger when applying lift power to raise the freed auger from the ground Stop auger rotation prior to lifting out of hole STEP 12 If the auger becomes lodged on an obstruction below ground do not attempt to raise the auger by hydraulic lift power alone Disengage the PTO set the brakes shut off the tractor engine remove the tractor key and dig around the auger enough to free it from the obstruction before trying to remove the auger from the hole Apply lift power and slowly rotate the driveline to raise the auger to the top of the hole DANGER Before digging around the auger disengage the PTO set the tractor brakes shut off the tracto
5. c Relocate or adjust the part of the tractor causing the interference a Attach the front end of the boom to a more forward hole on the upper link bracket b Attach the lower links to rear forward pivot points c Lengthen the lower links d Refer to your tractor operating manual for adjustment of the three point hitch a Attach the lift links to more forward holes in the rockshaft lift arms to decrease lift range b Move the lift links to more forward holes in the lower links to decrease travel c Check the tractor hydraulic system to be sure it is raising and lowering to the maximum and minimum heights recommended in your tractor operating manual Digger yoke strikes boom when digger is raised Tractor has difficulty raising auger a Refer to your tractor operating manual for adjustment of the three point hitch Driveline strikes tractor power take off shield when digger is raised a Adjust tractor hydraulic system for position control implement rather than draft or load control b If applicable lock tractor upper link bracket in a fixed position a If your auger has a 3 5 8 center column then you need to order and install Auger Adapter Guard PN 9545 Tractor action is jerky with the digger attached or the hitch raises and lowers rapidly during transport Auger Adapter Shields PN 7271 do no
6. or auger Serious personal injury or death may result if any attempt is made to assist digger operation by hand The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical means or product design All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual paying particular attention to safety messages and operation instructions prior to assembling installing or operating the digger e Please remember it is also important that you read understand and follow the safety signs on the post hole digger Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood They are there for your safety as well as the safety of others Danuser Machine Company Inc will furnish new safety signs upon request at no charge e All things with moving parts are potentially hazardous There is no substitute for a cautious safe minded operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices Danuser Machine Company Inc has designed this post hole digger to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents Study this manual to make sure you have all safety equipment properly attached Ifa safety shield or guard is removed for any reason it must be replaced before the machine is again operated Always use and maintain in place all shields and guards furnished with the digger and with the tractor
7. 8590 is provided Drive out the bushing in the ball joint and install the extra bushing If your pin size is 1 diameter drive the bushing out of the ball joint Avoid pinch points around the pin during assembly Slip the lower link ball joints over the digger yoke link pins and secure with the klik pins provided with your tractor hitch Keep hands away from pinch points while sliding components together Adjust the sway stabilizers as tightly as practical for best performance to keep the post hole digger from swaying side to side CAUTION Sway stabilizers must be used with the digger FIG 3 THREE POINT HITCH REPRESENTATION Stand the digger gearbox in an upright position resting on the output spindle Lower the boom to the gearbox and attach the gearbox to the boom using pin PN 7471 and klik pins PN 1600 Avoid pinch points as the gearbox pivots Raise the boom to the highest point and make sure there is no contact between the boom and the tractor at any point If necessary adjust the travel of the boom to provide maximum travel without boom tractor contact Refer to your tractor operating manual for instructions on three point hitch adjustments or refer to Installation Troubleshooting 9 Assembly amp Installation continued FIG 4 PINION GUARD FIG 5 RETRACT RING FOR INSTALLATION FIG 6 AUGER ADAPTER GUARD INSTALLED 10 STEP 8 NOTE STEP 9 NOTE S
8. Auger Extension Guard The auger shear bolt should be covered by the Auger Adapter Guard 21 Accessories Hook Assembly 22 AUGER EXTENSION GUARDS Description Auger Extension Guard for use with 7 auger extension Auger Extension Guard for use with 14 and 21 auger extensions For all unguarded Danuser auger extensions guards are available The washer PN 40227 should be placed under the head of the shear bolt on all 3 1 4 outside diameter adapters and hex adapters 3 1 4 outside diameter adapters may include your auger or older painted black Danuser auger extension DIGGER SWIVEL HOOK ASSEMBLY Description Hook Assembly consists of the following l 2 3 4 The Swivel Hook Assembly converts your Danuser digger into a rugged crane for hauling loads up to 750 pounds or pulling fence posts DOWN FORCE KIT A down force kit PN 9079 is available to make difficult digging easier The kit attaches to the boom without alteration and with the use of ordinary hand tools It provides approximately 500 pounds of additional force to the auger point for easier penetration of hard or frozen ground The kit does not interfere with normal digging operations The kit operates from the tractor hydraulic system with normal remote cylinder outlets Customer provides mating coupler tip to fit his particular tractor as well as sufficient hydraulic hose and fittings to connect
9. RS HO A ORR HOP REO OO IOP OO RIP Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage A CAUTION to the implement or the tractor or minor personal injury IO ERR AP RIT DSC SIN IIIS a e e eK e e d NANI Ns he S BR AP S n RA e ay NA i Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or death IS MER a TNS RD RAI ARE i REISS iin i Immediate hazard Failure to understand and obey this warning is likely to result in personal injury or death Page ade 3 O RSA PAREN athe es cesta 3 ced IE IE AMEN E CIE dde bn Du ee RU EA UI 4 Preparation aues espas orn ipis du Cea Maas uS N Y Package Inspection ii id 7 Component IdedtiBiCat loni ia ati 7 Assembly Installation ind 8 osi 8 Recommended OS a 8 INSTUCUONS ads o 9 Installation Troubleshooting c e M 11 Operati io odd d o DEI et er ee Oe eer A Aor iM A QS 12 Difficult Dipping Suggestiolis iia 14 MIA IIIT ER AICS unida Sea esi pcre dese UD tied iad alesse Po Dieu bdo ep idusbacdwistnvebans 14 Decals and Safety SICS a EA SUbos feras tnde teas E dup etes dtd 15 Dizroet Parts oeste eee IE MID ibid 16 Geatbox ASSEN LY sacados 17 Driveline Paris cai a 18 USER ASSCmDHIOS s squicis pi E eR du asc eMe ES EE Ee EHE 19 Hole Digger Head Auger Assemblies esses eee 20 INCUCSSOTOS quio ELA even sd Rep cran d cid daa t tovt acne tela aa te A e Cs 21 IW ALT
10. frame If it does bind adjust the tractor three point linkage so that all movement is free b Front to back vertical adjustments Lower the auger slowly until the point just touches the ground Move the tractor slowly forward or backward until the auger appears vertical when looking from the tractor seat Set the tractor brakes and take the tractor out of gear to hold the tractor on location to prevent damage to the digger Make sure the auger point is on the ground set the engine speed to idle and then engage the PTO Lower the auger into the ground slowly then increase the speed as required so the dirt is augered from the hole NEVER exceed 540 RPM In many types of soil it may be necessary to hold back against the auger screw suction by moving the hydraulic control lever momentarily to either the HOLD or RAISE position to keep the auger from screwing into the ground Operation continued E A sk NGER All persons should be at least twenty five feet 25 away Clear the area of helpers and bystanders especially children Do not allow anyone to stand behind or to the side of a rotating auger Replace a broken or damaged shear bolt or auger retaining bolt ONLY with an authorized factory replacement A shear bolt or auger retaining bolt that Is too long increases the possibility of personal injury The shear bolt and auger retaining bolt must be of the proper size and grade to func
11. move the digger from hole to hole or transport while the auger is rotating This could lead to injury from flying pieces of the failed driveline e Always stop the PTO set the brake shut off the tractor engine and remove the tractor key before dismounting the tractor Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running e Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness Keep all helpers and bystanders twenty five feet 25 away from an operating digger e Always use care when operating a post hole digger Safety is a primary concern in the design manufacture sale and use of post hole diggers As the manufacturer of your post hole digger we want to confirm to you our customer our concern for safety Our current production post hole diggers include as standard equipment safety signs and shields or guards for auger adapters pinions and drivelines Older machines can be retrofitted to add these safety signs and shields or guards If you have an older Danuser post hole digger which does not have current standard safety equipment please contact your dealer about bringing your machine up to the current level of safety Me DANGER Improper operation of this post hole digger can cause serious personal injury or death Operation of this post hole digger should only be done by a competent adult acting in compliance with the Owner s Manual Since post hole digging operations are beyond our control we disclaim all l
12. 271 a Tes 1461 600 3 FA m Description The Danuser F8 Digger is built to the exacting standards of high quality which have become synonymous with the name Danuser The F8 Digger is designed for one man operation from the tractor seat to Dig Holes Sitting Down The precision cut steel gears heavy duty roller bearings cast steel gear housing and heavy tubular crane boom all form an integrated design to provide utility and reliability The F8 Digger is designed for 40 horsepower and above Category I or II three point hitch 540 RPM PTO tractors using sway stabilizers The digger has a 2 9 16 inch round spindle for auger attachment Augers are available in lengths of 40 and 52 inches and auger extensions are available in lengths of 7 14 and 21 inches Auger diameters range from 4 to 30 inches Auger diameter must not exceed 30 inches Danuser augers are built with special wear resistant steel on the lower flights replaceable cutting edges and replaceable points A special retaining bolt feature in Danuser augers keeps the auger in place on the spindle should the shear bolt release Read and understand this manual and the manual for your tractor before attempting to assemble install or operate this post hole digger If you have any questions contact your dealer or Danuser Machine Company Inc at 573 642 2246 Recommended Tools Snap ring pliers expanding Hammer or mallet Roll pin punch Emery cloth for removal o
13. 29 32 x 61 64 Link Pin 1 1 8 Safety Sign Location Cat I Cat H No No 1 NO Req d Req d Gearbox Assembly F8 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY Description Gearbox Assembly s 7561 I Bot 7716 20 X 1 aa cotes 240 cows 8 2 Housing Cover Plug TIT s 1 3 Cover Plug asko didas i OPR 1 4 Gear Housing Cover 661 1 5 Serial Number a da 1 6 Gear Housing Cover Gasket Vilos 3 7 Bearing Cup Upper Spindle 398 cas 1 8 Bearing Cone Upper Spindle 35 Lens l 9 Bolt 3 8 24 x 7 8 with nylon patch 249 12 SPECIAL BOLT Use Genuine Danuser Replacement Only Sl s des O A AA enaspenpenst uueseonBo nRanssatsataqeoasso t tsustoetotie tues Oren esso bn S ravit t POr e roranonmr rr wt NS avito 9 992999968090 amp v960c e09999090542a2699a42924a2092222a2dm NA pr aro o 5 5694909909 ov 94 vvevievisanasesasasaeno J T dr ar nnsnaa Pontrencracanerrrn oso nnrnadar 1 sasenve 999269 u499492604690 94v499496094nnmaeont eoneonsaeostsbovconseodo fw cr or Bearing Cone Inner Pinion 391 19 Bearing Cup Inner Pinion 352 dos 20 Bearing Cup Outer Pinion 3S4 nn 1 2 Bearing Cone Outer Pinion 353 58 l 22 A i 1909
14. 5 ori 1 23 PON UR 7566 1 24 Roll Pin 3 16 x D cil ucensnsares 2567 ios l 25 Cap Pinion Protection 7568 I 26 Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Gr 5 1180 us 2 Bolt 3 8 16 x 7 8 Gr 5 39 a24a9920694 990ovv voeucecneoasecton La E 22224 a2 090 90t92z69072020 90250650b vnaa naeacaasvoesoda A NIV pr 009 9 PRUSIA AAA Aros ona na aro ar LASS errar ro A Safety Sign Location The provided Auger Adapter Shields PN 7271 will accommodate augers with 2 3 8 center column Auger Adapter Guard PN 9545 is required when using augers with 3 5 8 center column Danuser Hole Digger Head 24 and larger diameter augers 17 18 Driveline Parts ROTATING DRIVELINE CONTACT CAM CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY PART NO 13 10021 Location Driveline Guard ADANGER PART NO 13 10022 Location Driveline tube under Guard Drniyveline xcti Telescoping Assembly with Digger Half with Guard End Yoke naci Center Cross Repair Kat Yoke and Tube Bearing Retainer Nylon Bearing Guard aro rrcrnsornnr o meb99vtuebBseobos to Porn erronea envutarreornons vs ananonconti caroon eoeonvacronoroen s Inner Guard incl 6067 and 7258 Tractor Half with Guard Outer Guard incl 6067 and 7258
15. ATICY Ao Form No 3026 Important Safety Message for Owners Operators Form No 3027 Safety Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries Read and understand this manual and the manual for your tractor before assembling installing or operating this post hole digger If there is anything in this manual you do not understand contact your dealer or Danuser Machine Company Inc The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you the operator If this unit is used loaned or rented by any other person it is the owner s responsibility to make certain that the operator prior to operating o Reads and understands the Owner s Manuals Is instructed in safe and proper use The majority of accidents involve entanglement on the driveline or auger This entanglement risk becomes greater when you replace the shear bolt or the auger retaining bolt with a bolt longer than specified by Danuser Machine Company Inc This improper replacement occurs most often on machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has not read the Owner s Manual and is not familiar with a post hole digger e This post hole digger is designed for one man operation from the tractor seat It is the responsibility of the operator to see that no one is within twenty five feet 25 of the digger when it is started or in use Do not operate the digger with another person near or in contact with any part of the digger driveline
16. TEP 10 STEP 11 STEP 12 STEP 13 NOTE NOTE Grease the inside of the auger adapter liberally and attach the auger with the Danuser 1 2 13 x 4 3 4 of thread special shear bolt PN 7731 and nut PN 7733 see page 19 NEVER use a bolt longer than 4 Each time an auger or auger extension is attached to the gearbox the inside of the auger adapter should be coated liberally with grease Install the special 1 2 13 x 7 16 retaining bolt PN 7676 which keeps the auger connected to the gearbox spindle if the shear bolt breaks Because of tight manufacturing tolerances it may be helpful to slide the driveline over the pinion splines several times to make assembly easier before proceeding with STEP 10 Discard the pinion protection cap PN 7568 Slide the Pinion Guard PN 7428H over the gearbox pinion see FIG 4 Slide the smaller end of the driveline over the gearbox splines and secure by driving roll pin PN 7570 through the hole in the Pinion Guard and into the end yoke and pinion Grease the three grease zerks in the driveline and center crosses To avoid personal injury you must stop tractor engine set brakes and remove the tractor key before proceeding with the next step Make sure the tractor engine is shut off then connect the driveline PN 7571 to the tractor PTO The driveline locks on with a retractable retaining ring coupling device Slide the ring back for installation see FIG 5 Mak
17. ase read this manual thoroughly Before you assemble install or operate your Danuser digger read this manual thoroughly If there is anything you do not understand contact your dealer or call our factory direct at 573 642 2246 Powered equipment can be dangerous if not assembled installed and operated properly Warranty registration Your WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM amp INSPECTION REPORT serves two purposes it activates warranty coverage and it allows Danuser to notify you the owner of improvements to the equipment or of new safety features that may be retrofitted to previously sold diggers Please return your completed form so we can provide this service to you If you did not complete a WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM amp INSPECTION REPORT please call Danuser Machine Company Inc at 573 642 2246 Your satisfaction with our product and your safety as a user of our product are both very important to us This SAFETY ALERT symbol identifies important safety messages Carefully read 4 each safety message that follows Failure to understand and obey a safety message or recognize a safety hazard could result in injury or death to you or others around you The operator is ultimately responsible for the safety of himself as well as others in the operating area of the post hole digger Symbol Meaning This is important information for proper use of this equipment Failure to comply may lead to premature equipment failure IO ET
18. e Company Inc To file a warranty inspection claim your dealer must contact his Danuser Distributor for a Service Adjustment Request SAR The Danuser Distributor should complete this form and forward a copy to Danuser Machine Company Inc If the return of the part s listed on the SAR is approved for warranty inspection Danuser will issue a SAR number for the return of parts Your dealer should then tag the part s with the SAR number and return the part s to Danuser Shipments arriving at our factory on a freight collect basis will be refused by our receiving department All parts returned under a warranty inspection claim must be returned PREPAID to our factory The freight charge will be credited if the parts are determined by Danuser Machine Company Inc to be defective Products or parts thereof which as determined by Danuser Machine Company Inc s examination show wear from normal use have been improperly operated damaged by accident or negligence field repaired or altered are not considered defective and are not covered by this warranty Some purchased components including but not limited to hydraulic motors valves and cylinders are subject to the inspection and warranty of the respective manufacturer Thus delays in a warranty determination can be expected while we await their decisions NOTE Hydraulic valves motors and cylinders must arrive with all ports sealed from dirt and moisture If they arrive with open p
19. e Personal protection equipment including hard hat safety glasses safety shoes and gloves are recommended during assembly installation operation adjustment maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger During post hole digger operation no one is to be within twenty five feet 25 of the digger When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly installation adjustment maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer for that specific task e Always use two people to handle heavy unwieldy components during assembly installation adjustment maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly installation adjustment operation maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger Safety continued Only properly trained people should operate this equipment Do not allow anyone who has not read this entire manual and understood the safety rules safety signs and operation instructions to use this post hole digger Never allow children to operate or be around this post hole digger Do not allow riders on the digger or tractor at any time There is no safe place for any riders This post hole digger is designed for use only on tractors with 540 RPM power take off Never attach or attempt to ope
20. e sure the retracted retaining ring snapped back and locked on the tractor PTO 4 amp CAUTION Driveline engagement should not be less than 10 when the digger is raised to its maximum height To maintain proper engagement you must not exceed the 62 length shown below gt 62 inches a Install the Auger Adapter Shields PN 7271 around the auger adapter and secure to the ears on the gearbox with two bolts PN 1180 and two nuts PN 2168 Install two bolts PN 2339 and two nuts PN 2168 in the bottom two holes of the Auger Adapter Shields see FIG 6 To prevent damaging the driveline and safety shields when removing the digger from the tractor disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO before lowering the digger to the ground Refer to your tractor operating manual for instructions on tractor operation tire inflation and safety when using a three point hitch mounted implement The gearbox of the Danuser F8 Digger has been filled at the factory with three pounds of Texaco MultiFax EP2 grease When adding BASS to the gearbox add Texaco MultiFax EP2 or equivalent Installation Troubleshooting a Attach the boom to the tractor through a different hole in the upper link bracket Upper Front end of boom contacts tractor when boom is raised or lowered holes will shorten travel Lower holes will increase travel b Refer to your tractor operating manual for adjustment of the three point hitch
21. eeth Part per Head l Includes head with teeth and roll pins point and point adapter with tube for welding to auger center column 20 Accessories AUGER POINTS Description 1 Standard for augers 6 through 30 diameter 831 only point for 4 augers ooooooooonnocccconacccinonaconn 899 2 Special Duty 3 Aggressive Duty CUTTING EDGES Description See Page 9 See Page 19 Cutting edges are available with plain or serrated edges See table on page 19 for part numbers AUGER EXTENSIONS Description 7 Auger Extension with washer 2 Special Coiled Pins Auger Extension Guard and Auger Adapter Guard 1849G 14 Auger Extension with washer 2 Special Coiled Pins and Auger Extension Guard 21 Auger Extension with washer 2 Special Coiled Pins and Auger Extension Guard safety Sign safety Sign Auger extensions with Auger Extension Guards are available in lengths of 7 14 and 21 inches for extra hole depth Make sure that your tractor can accommodate the extra length and still have FOR USE ONLY WITH AUGER EXTENSION d U ly f lied coiled pi 7 AUGER EXTENSION GUARD FOR i i SPINDLE PINDLE connect the auger to the auger extension Two coiled pins are a oss A pa Oe ee shipped with the auger extension one to install and one spare When installed the coiled pin must be flush with the sides of the auger and the area should be covered by the
22. f excess paint 9 16 wrenches and 3 4 wrenches LR E Jj aMnun7z 1463 1600 1456 8590 9048 2339 1180 AD Safety Sign Location FIG 2 F8 ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE Assembly amp Installation continued Personal protection equipment including hard hat safety glasses safety shoes and gloves are recommended during assembly installation operation adjustment maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger Do not allow long hair loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around moving parts Instructions Refer to FIG 2 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 hb CAUTION Because of the weight of some components and because some components are difficult to balance two people are required for safe assembly and installation of this equipment Assemble pins PN 7456 or PN 9048 into the yoke and secure with roll pins PN 7457 The protruding portion of the pin must be 7 8 for Category I hitches and 1 1 8 for Category II hitches Attach the yoke PN 7455 to the boom PN 7463 using pin PN 7458 and snap rings PN 7464 Stabilize components to avoid pinch points during assembly Attach the boom to the tractor upper link bracket with the tractor upper link pin If the pin in your tractor upper link bracket is 3 4 in diameter leave the bushing PN 7467 installed in the ball joint of the boom If your pin size is 7 8 diameter a bushing PN
23. iability for any damages injuries or death which may result Preparation e Package Inspection e Component Identification The provided Auger Adapter Shields PN 7271 will accommodate augers with 2 3 8 center column Auger Adapter Guard PN 9545 is required when using augers with 3 5 8 center column Danuser Hole Digger Head 24 and larger diameter augers Check for shipping damage immediately and verify that all components have been received Report all shipping damage to the carrier immediately Before you begin assembly open all packaging and compare the contents to the photo FIG 1 and shipping list TABLE 1 below to ensure you have all of the components and your unit has all of the safety guards and safety signs required by current production safety standards If your unit does not comply contact Danuser Machine Company Inc IMMEDIATELY at 573 642 2246 FIG 1 DANUSER F8 DIGGER COMPONENTS Bushing 29 32 x 61 64 Pin 7 8 x 16 11 16 Pin 7 8 x 10 1 16 Snap Ring 7 8 Yoke Link Pin for Cat I Hitch Link Pin for Cat II Hitch Roll Pin 7 16 x 1 3 4 Driveline Pinion Guard Roll Pin 5 16 x 2 Auger Adapter Shield Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Gr 5 Bolt 3 8 16 x 7 8 Gr 5 Nut 3 8 16 Gearbox Owner s Manual 7 Assembly amp Installation e Description e Recommended Tools e Instructions 2168 71
24. ide f DANGER A DANGER da DANGER A DANGER AA DANGER de DANGER PART NO PHDC 3 Location Boom right side emp Sesion Ney t a bar ir Fou feit A Bree pre 5 E peeh dera s Mig yi Tab poo P oy voted PART NO PHDC 1 Location Boom rear above gearbox DAMER MANUAL IF AN OWNERS MANUAL IS NOT al LE CONTACT DANUSER MACHINE CO INC 560 EAST THIRD ST FULTON MO 85251 OR CALL 73 642 224 NL PA d PART NO PHDC 4 a F4 Location Boom rib right side PART NO 2088 Locations Boom right side gearbox PART NO 2169 Locations Auger Adapter Shield right half Auger Adapter Shield left half PART NO 13 10021 Location Driveline Guard Serial Number Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood PART No PHDC 5 Location Auger under Auger Adapter Guard 15 Digger Parts 16 Description Crane Boom consists of the following 2 Boom includes 7467 Bushing 3 Bushing 25 32 x 1 Gearbox Assembly consists the following Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Gr 5 Nut 3 816 Bolt 3 8 16 x 7 8 Gr 5 Auger Adapter Shield Driveline Pkg consists of the following Roll Pin 5 16 x 2 Pinion Guard Driveline o ap Description Klik Pin Link Pin 7 8 or 1 1 8 reversible Roll Pin 7 16 x 1 3 4 Pin 7 8 x 10 1 16 Snap Ring 7 8 Pin 7 8 x 16 11 16 Bushing
25. lation operation adjustment maintenance repair removal or movement of the digger Do not allow long hair loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around moving parts DANGER This post hole digger was designed for one man operation from the tractor seat itis the responsibility of the operator to see that bystanders and all other people are at least twenty five feet 25 from the digger in operation or under power Serious personal injury or death may result if any attempt is made to assist digger operation by hand Contact local utility companies to make certain there are no buried gas lines electrical cables etc in the work area Clear area of objects that could wrap around the auger or might be thrown Check for ditches stumps holes or other obstacles that could cause the tractor to roll Layout and mark where you want to dig your holes Adjust the auger to a vertical position a Left to right vertical adjustments With the PTO disengaged raise the auger point off the ground If auger pitches left or right turn the adjusting screw or leveling crank on the lifting link until the auger appears vertical when looking from the tractor seat Refer to your tractor operating manual for further instructions on three point hitch adjustments When mounted to the three point hitch your digger must be able to raise and lower through the highest and lowest points of your lift arm travel without binding against the tractor
26. olts and Nuts Set 4 785 Cutting Edge Nut 3 8 16 Hex Req d FEE 1937 193 1937 1937 1937 1937 1937 1937 1937 Special Duty Auger Point 1 EZB 6210 6210 6210 621 6210 6210 Aggressive Duty Auger Point E 7781 7781 778 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 7781 Auger Adapter Replacement for Field Welding l Retaining Bolt 1 2 13 x 7 16 767 tete puede orte no sre oro p 66 a A A coo ID BOLT Use Genuine Danse Replacement Guy 10 7733 7733 7733 7733 7733 7733 7733 7733 7733 Shear Nut 1 2713 Hex a 7731 773 Shear Bolt 1 213 x 4 Gr 2 3 4 of thread 9e SPECIAL BOLT Use Genuine Danuser Replacement Only 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G 1849G Auger Extension with Guard 7 incl Auger Adapter Guard 12 7494G 7494G 7494G 7494G 7494G 7494G 7494G 7494G Auger Extension with Guard 14 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G 7663G Auger Extension with Guard 21 Coiled Pin 1 2 x 3 1 2 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 9548 SPECIAL PIN Use Genuine Danuser Replacement Only ol ret Aj G CO CA D oo w 00 m P tA oo w tA coy vU 00 CA 00 w a tA oo fuin w oc co Ft c oN No a e aA to pat e CQ t3 Oo o 3 ta q laa J J
27. or one man operation You must always dig holes while sitting in the tractor seat Never operate the digger with anyone near or in contact with any part of the implement PTO driveline or auger Accidents have occurred when more than one person is in the immediate area of the operating equipment Be sure no one else including bystanders is near you when you operate this product Do not operate the digger unless all shields and guards are in place Never replace the shear bolt or auger retaining bolt with one longer than those supplied and specified by the manufacturer See your owner s manual e Do not use the digger unless the auger point and cutting edges are intact and in good working order Following these simple basic safety rules as well as others identified in the owner s manual and in product safety signs will help minimize the possibility of accidents and increase your productivity in using this product Be careful and make sure that everyone who operates the digger knows and understands that it is a very powerful piece of machinery and if used improperly serious injury or death may result The final responsibility for safety rests with the operator of this machine DANUSER MACHINE COMPANY INC Fulton Missouri 65251 0368 _ Form No 3027
28. orts the warranty is void and no inspection will be made The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other express warranties if any including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose It shall not extend beyond the duration of the expressed warranty provided herein and the remedy for violations of any implied warranty shall be limited repair or replacement of the defective product pursuant to the terms contained herein Danuser Machine Company Inc shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever We reserve the right to change our specifications and design at any time Danuser Machine Company inc Phone 573 642 2246 500 East Third Street Fax 573 642 2240 P O Box 368 E mail sales danuser com Fulton Missouri 65251 0368 Website www danuser com DANUSER MACHINE COMPANY INC Fulton Missouri 65251 0368 Form No 3026 IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE FOR OWNERS OPERATORS OF POST HOLE DIGGERS Safety is a primary concern in the design manufacture sale and use of post hole diggers As manufacturers of post hole diggers we want to confirm to you our customers our concern for safety We also want to remind you about the simple basic and common sense rules of safety when using a post hole digger Failure to follow these rules can result in severe injury or death to operators or bystanders It is essential that everyone involved in the assembly ope
29. r engine and remove the tractor key STEP 13 Disengage the PTO when traveling between holes hb CAUTION To avoid damage to the driveline and to reduce the risk of personal injury never transport the digger with the tractor PTO engaged Difficu It Digg l ng Worn edges or a slightly rounded point can seriously affect auger penetration Sug ge stions Check tor wear before caeh use replace as necessary Additional options Different auger points shown on page 21 Different cutting edges shown on page 21 Down force kit shown on page 22 d Hole Digger Head Augers shown on page 20 e Weld on Hole Digger Head shown on page 20 Maintenance WHAT TO DO Check digger for loose bolts or fasteners Check auger for loose worn or broken cutting edges or point Clean gearbox housing flush and refill with three After 500 hours use Ibs of Texaco MultiFax EP2 grease or equivalent Coat auger with grease to prevent rusting After paint has been removed through usage Lubricate universal driveline fittings with good After 300 holes quality gun grease Coat the inside of the auger adapter liberally with Each time an auger or grease auger extension 1s attached to the gearbox 14 Decals and Safety Signs E DANGER Y E dose T Sia away To vat parts Keep others gt EEEE tt bendi PART NO PHDC 2 Location Boom left s
30. r position the auger point by hand or with any tool when the tractor is running Never position the auger point by putting your hands on the auger gearbox boom or driveline Do not shovel dirt away from a rotating auger as the shovel can be caught and thrown by the auger Do not walk or work under a raised digger unless it is securely blocked or held in position Do not depend on the tractor hydraulic system to hold the digger in place A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor Use extreme care during travel Slow down on turns and watch out for bumps The tractor may need front counterweights to counterbalance the weight of the digger It is recommended the tractor be equipped with a Rollover Protection System ROPS and a seat belt is used Use stabilizer bars adjustable sway chains or sway blocks on your tractor lift arms to keep the post hole digger from swinging side to side Adjust as tight as practical for best performance Do not operate the digger on steep hillsides When digging on uneven or hilly terrain position the tractor with the post hole digger uphill With the post hole digger downhill the tractor could tip when attempting to pull the auger from its hole Safety continued To prevent rapid wear of U joints and possible failure of drivelines never lift the auger point more than twelve inches 12 off the ground when the PTO is operating To prevent possible instantaneous driveline failure never
31. rate this digger with any unit exceeding 540 RPM power take off Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating this equipment Consult your doctor about operating this machine while taking prescription medications Consult local utility companies to make certain there are no buried gas lines electrical cables etc in the work area before beginning operation Before beginning operation clear the work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by or entangled in the auger Before you operate the digger check over all pins bolts and connections to be sure all are ey in place Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately Do not operate the post hole digger without all safety shields and guards in place Never replace the shear bolt or the auger retaining bolt with anything other than the specified length bolt in this manual A longer or protruding fastener is more likely to grab clothing or gloves which can result in serious injury or death Keep hands feet hair jewelry and clothing away from all moving and or rotating parts Never place yourself between the tractor and digger while the tractor is running To prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death never use body weight to try to push auger into the ground Worn edges or a slightly rounded point can seriously affect auger penetration Check for wear before each use and replace as necessary Neve
32. ration transport maintenance and storage of this equipment be aware concerned prudent and properly trained in safety The majority of accidents involve entanglement on the driveline or auger This entanglement risk becomes greater when you replace our shear bolts with bolts longer than those specified by the manufacturer This improper replacement occurs most often on machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has not read the owner s manual and is not familiar with a post hole digger Our current production machines include as standard equipment guards or shields for auger adapters drivelines pinions and safety signs Older machines can be retrofitted to add these new guards or shields and of course safety signs If you have an older machine which does not have standard safety equipment plese contact your dealer about bringing your machine up to the current level of safety Below are some of the most important safety rules to be understood and followed by anyone who works with post hole diggers Before operating a post hole digger an operator must read and understand all the information in the owner s manual and in the safety signs attached to the product A person who has not read or understood the owner s manual and safety signs is not qualified to operate the digger If you do not have an owner s manual or current production safety signs contact the manufacturer or your dealer immediately Post hole diggers are designed f
33. t fit around auger b The flights on the auger must be a minimum of 2 1 2 below the auger adapter to provide clearance for the Auger Adapter Guard Some augers already in the field may need to be cut back to provide this clearance 11 Operation Serious injury or death can result from misuse of this equipment CAUTION The F8 Digger is designed for 40 horsepower and above Category I or II three point hitch 540 RPM PTO tractors using sway stabilizers Auger size must not exceed 30 inch diameter Operation of this digger in a manner for which it was not intended will result in poor performance and could create a hazard and the potential for personal injury Never position the auger point by hand or with any tool when the tractor is running Never position the auger point by putting your hands on the auger gearbox boom or driveline 12 Read and understand this Owner s Manual carefully before attempting to operate or adjust the Danuser F8 Digger You are responsible for furnishing this manual to others who may use the unit If you have any questions regarding the proper assembly installation or operation of this digger contact your dealer or Danuser Machine Company Inc STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 NOTE STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 Personal protection equipment including hard hat safety glasses safety shoes and gloves are recommended during assembly instal
34. the valve to the tractor sump Warranty DANUSER MACHINE COMPANY INC SERVICE ADJUSTMENT POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY This Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of our products Danuser Machine Company Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year with the exception of the G20 40 gearbox which is warranted for a period of five years from the purchase date from an authorized Danuser Dealer The warranty period of the F8 gearbox and 8200 8300 8800 and 8900 hydraulic units gearbox and housing can be extended to five years if the extension coupon and the WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM amp INSPECTION REPORT have been completed and are on file at Danuser Machine Company Inc Start of the warranty period is determined by purchase date given on your WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM amp INSPECTION REPORT Proof of purchase and serial number may be required l Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement at our factory of the part s of Danuser products which Danuser Machine Company Inc determines to be defective Our sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement at our factory This warranty shall not obligate Danuser Machine Company Inc to bear any cost of labor for field replacement testing or adjustment Parts may not be returned without authorization by Danuser Machin
35. tion properly Auger Adapter Guard must be in place before operating digger STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 NEVER use body weight to help the auger penetrate the ground When the ground is too tough to penetrate with your cutting edges and point replace them and try again These are replaceable parts and must be in good condition to penetrate If you have difficulty penetrating hard ground refer to Difficult Digging Suggestions This digger is designed to operate at a maximum PTO speed of 540 RPM NEVER exceed 540 RPM When the auger has been lowered 12 to 18 inches into the ground raise the auger almost out of the hole then dig another 12 to 18 inches and raise the auger again Repeat this procedure until the desired hole depth is reached When the auger has reached the full depth required allow the auger to dwell momentarily at this depth at a slower speed to assist in cleaning out the hole Disengage the PTO and raise the auger from the hole For heavy soil conditions or for tractors requiring driveline rotation to produce lifting power allow the auger to turn at a slow speed while raising it to the top of the hole To remove loose dirt from auger spin the auger by momentarily engaging the PTO with the engine running at a faster speed than used for digging DANGER Do not shovel dirt away from a rotating auger as the shovel can be caught and thrown by the auger DANGER
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