RICE HYDRO DIRTDAWG-CUB Operating instructions
RICE HYDRO, INC.
MANUFACTURER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DIRTDAWG-CUB POST HOLE DIGGER
One Man Gas-Powered Auger/Digger
FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION CALL: 1-800-245-4777
DANGER & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: Improper use or neglecting to follow all
manufactures operation and safety instructions can result in property
damage or personal injury including death. Call 811 before you dig.
Completely read and understand the manufacturers operating
instructions.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Do not wear loose fitting, or frayed clothing that may become
entangled in rotating auger bit or other moving parts.
2. Always keep hands, arm, feet, and legs clear of rotating auger bit,
and WEAR proper safety eye protection.
3. Engine and fuel valve should always be in the OFF position when
changing the auger bit. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE AUGER BIT WITH UNIT
RUNNING.
4. Remove auger bit before storing or transporting unit.
5. Always use proper handle grips for all hands-on control of unit, as
some components may become HOT, DO NOT TOUCH.
6. Do not fill oil or gas with engine running or HOT from extended use.
Do not have any flame/igniter located near the engine while fueling.
MAINTENANCE:
Check ALL fluids before each use. Check auger bit is properly
connected and secured with pin. Follow ALL maintenance and prior use
instructions of Honda engine as per the manual included with your
unit. SAE 10w/30 motor oil is recommended. Oil level should be
filled to meet sight glass or dipstick measurements as indicated in
engine manual.
OPERATION:
1. Move the red throttle button to “ON” position and pull start engine.
(Follow engine manual for prime and starting of cold engine)
2. Control and secure unit with both hands-on grips and hip pad facing
towards the user.
3. Align auger bit with desired location for digging and squeeze the
throttle.
4. Apply down force to begin digging, it is recommended to move auger
in and out of the hole several times during this process to remove
excess dirt.
5. When finished turn red throttle button to the OFF position.
HOW TO ADD OIL:
Step 1. To avoid oil spill, make
sure engine is off and in the
correct position using the
kickstand as shown on the
picture below.
Step 2. To check oil level, use
oil filler cap/dipstick to see
how much oil is needed.
Step 3. Slowly Fill engine with
4-stroke automotive SAE 10W-30
detergent oil. Start with less
than 2.7 US ounces and fill to
the bottom edge of the oil fill
hole as shown on the picture
below.
Step 4. Reinstall the oil
filler/dipstick securely. If any
oil is spilled, make sure to
wipe it up.
NOTICE:
Running the engine with low or
excessive oil level can cause
engine damage. This type of
damage is not covered by the
Distributor’s Limited Warranty.
FOR MAINTENANCE:
Check the engine oil level
before each use, or every 10
hours of operation.
