Titan PGD1032 User manual

Gasoline Post Driver
Operator’s Manual
Honda GX35 Engine
140-FA Engine
PGD1032 PGD1032H
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Table of Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................................1
Getting to Know Your Driver .........................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Precautions.........................................................................................................................................................................3
Preparation Before Use ................................................................................................................................................................4
Starting your Machine ...................................................................................................................................................................6
Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................................8
Before Each Use .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
First 10 Hours of Use ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Engine Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Post Driver Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................................13
Registration ...................................................................................................................................................................................14
Product Data Sheet – PGD1032 ...............................................................................................................................................15
Product Data Sheet – PGD1032H ............................................................................................................................................16
PGD1032 / PGD1032H Exploded View ...................................................................................................................................17
PGD1032 / PGD1032H Parts List .............................................................................................................................................18
Your Notes ....................................................................................................................................................................................19
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Titan Post Drivers. We want you to achieve the best possible performance from your new
post driver. This manual will help you do that in a safe manner. If you have any technical questions related to your
post driver or need replacement parts, please see the dealer from whom you purchased your driver or visit our web
site – www.titanpostdrivers.com. Before you get to work with your new driver, please follow the pre-use checklist
below.
o Complete the warranty registration found in the Warranty section before
using driver.
o Familiarize yourself with proper usage and care found in this manual.
The main purpose of the PGD1032H is for driving posts, stakes, and ground/earth rods into soil. The gasoline
powered driver is intended for farm, ranch, and homeowners. The PGD1032H can be used to drive a variety of post,
stakes, and rods measuring 1/2" to 3 1/8” in diameter.
 Note: The ability to successfully drive material into the ground is related to cross-sectional area
(e.g., 1” solid rod will be more difficult to drive compared to 1” hollow pipe) and ground conditions
(e.g., smooth dirt versus rocky ground, dry versus wet conditions).
This post driver is powered by a Honda GX35 engine. The Honda operator’s manual is provided to you along with
this Titan Post Drivers operator’s manual. Keep both manuals with your driver for reference by all operators. Follow
all recommended maintenance for both the Titan Post Driver and the Honda engine.
Your Titan Post Driver comes with a one-year limited manufacturer’s warranty (see Warranty section for more
details). We suggest that you read the warranty information and fully understand its coverage and your
responsibilities of ownership.
The Honda warranty is separate from the Titan Post Drivers warranty and is subject to its own coverage conditions
and responsibilities of ownership. You can find the Honda warranty included with your Honda operator’s manual.
Please contact your local Honda service dealer for parts or technical questions related to your engine.
https://engines.honda.com/dealer-locator
Please note that neither Titan nor Honda will warranty failure due to misuse – including, but not
limited to improper maintenance, operator error, use in harsh environments, and failures due to falls,
drops or external forces.
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Top Handle
Throttle Limiter
Air Filter
Cover
Fuel Tank
Guard
Barrel
Lower Body
Combination
Switch
Stop Switch
Grease Fill Port
Barrel Cap
Getting to Know Your Driver
What’s Included
Included with your driver are the following parts and accessories:
 Engine Oil (for initial fill)
 75 Series Grease
 1" / 1.75" / 2.5" Adapter Sleeves
 Tool Kit
 Carry Case
Fuel Tank
Cap
Vibration-
Reducing Springs
Choke
Primer Bulb
Pull Starter
Oil
Dipstick
Side
Handle
Shown with
Honda GX35 Engine
(PGD1032H)
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Safety Precautions
1. Operators: All operators must understand the safety precautions and operating procedures described in this
owner’s manual before using the PGD1032H post driver. Keep this operator’s manual with the driver for
reference by all operators. Never let children operate the driver.
2. Call-Before-You-Dig: Before driving any material, contact 811 to verify that the worksite is free of underground
utilities.
3. PPE: The operator must wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating the driver. This
includes slip-resistant safety shoes, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, and suitable work clothes. A hard hat
is recommended when lifting the driver overhead.
4. PPE: Bystanders should also wear PPE, especially eye and ear protection. Otherwise, bystanders should
maintain adequate distance from the operating area to avoid injury.
5. Gasoline: Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Never refill the engine when it is hot or running, or near
an open flame. Do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck. If fuel spills out of the fuel tank and onto the
engine, wait until the fuel completely evaporates before starting the driver. After refueling, fully tighten the fuel
tank cap.
6. Gasoline: Gasoline vapors and exhaust fumes are toxic. Only refill and operate the driver in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid exposure to vapors. To minimize exposure to exhaust fumes, hold the driver with the
engine facing away from you during operation. Before transport, empty the fuel tank to avoid leaking gasoline
and exposure to vapors.
7. Vibration: Excessive vibration can cause circulatory and neural damage in the hands. Symptoms include pain,
numbness, coldness, and paleness in the fingers. All Titan post drivers have springs installed to mitigate
vibration at the hand. If you experience these symptoms, stop using the post driver and seek medical attention.
To reduce the effects of vibration:
 Wear padded gloves
 Do not excessively squeeze handles during use
 Keep hands warm
 Take frequent breaks
8. Operation: Only use the post driver for its intended use, as described in the Introduction section.
9. Operation: While operating the driver, do not smoke, eat, chat, or perform any other activity that can affect
maintaining control over the driver.
10. Operation: Maintain balance while handling and operating the driver. Always use two hands while operating the
driver.
11. Operation: Do not engage the throttle except when the driver is firmly seated on a post. Failure to follow this
can lead to ‘dry fire’ issues and will void your warranty.
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12. Maintenance: Check the fuel tank for damage or leaks. If found, do not use the driver until the fuel tank is
replaced. If damage occurs during use, immediately shut off the driver.
13. Maintenance: For a proper grip, keep the driver handles dry and clean.
14. Maintenance: Before every use, be sure to inspect your driver for loose hardware and tighten as needed.
Preparation Before Use
Add Engine Oil (initial use) / Check oil
1. Add engine oil when new. Oil is drained from the engine after testing from factory.
PGD1032H - Honda suggests adding less than 3.4 US oz, then checking.
PGD1032 (black engine) – For the FA-140 Engine, add 2.7 oz then check.
BOTH Engines - Add oil if required to fill to the bottom edge of the oil fill hole. Do NOT overfill.
2. Check engine oil before each use - Place the engine horizontally, screw off the oil fill cap, check the oil level as
shown in Figure 7, if the oil is low, add oil to reach the upper limit.
 The dipstick should be placed on top of the threads, not threaded in when checking.
3. Replace after an initial 10 hours of use and every 50 hours thereafter or when oil appears dirty. See
Maintenance Section for further details.
4. Use SAE 10W-30 engine oil. For extreme operating conditions, Honda recommends alternative oil, please see
your Honda engine operator’s manual for acceptable alternatives.
Fig.7
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Install Adapter Sleeve
Choose an adapter sleeve that is compatible with the post, stake or rod being driven. It is recommended to use the
smallest compatible adapter sleeve. This will help ensure efficient energy transfer and keep the driven material in
the center of the barrel. To install an adapter sleeve, simply remove the barrel cap, insert the sleeve, and
reinstall/tighten the barrel cap. Try to limit use of the driver without the barrel cap installed, as this can cause
permanent damage to the barrel threads. Always hand tighten the barrel cap before use.
o Using a driver without a suitable adapter sleeve can cause
non-warrantable damage to the driver.
Add Fuel
o Never refill the engine with gasoline while the driver is running or hot,
or near an open flame.
Please read the safety precautions regarding fuel in the Safety Precautions section.
1. Only use unleaded gasoline of 86 octane or greater.
2. Add fuel in the area away from open fire and well ventilated.
3. The gasoline engine should be cooled to the ambient temperature before refueling.
4. Do not over fill fuel tank. Do not fill past bottom of fuel tank neck. If fuel spills, wait until the fuel volatilizes
completely before starting the machine.
5. Tighten the Fuel Cap after refueling.
6. The engine is a four-stroke engine – do NOT mix fuel.
Inspection of Air filter
1. Remove the air filter cover and check that the filter element is clean. If the filter element is dirty, clean or replace
the filter element.
2. After inspection, install the air filter cover to its original position.
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OFF
ON
Starting your Machine
o Ensure you are in a well-ventilated area to start and operate machine
1. Ensure on/off switch is in the down (ON) position.
2. Before starting the driver, press the fuel priming pump several times until it is filled with fuel. Then, slide the
choke to the ON [A] position as shown in Figure 9.
3. With one hand on the driver’s upper handle, pull the starter grip, repeating until the engine starts. After the
engine has idled for 30-60 seconds, slide the choke to the OFF [B] position as shown in Figure 9 above.
o DO NOT OPERATE THE THROTTLE at high enough speeds to engage the clutch without
first being placed on a post. Doing so will cause the internal parts of the driver to move and
is considered DRY FIRING – which can cause internal damage.
Figure 9: Choke ON (UP) / OFF (DOWN) position.
Figure 8: Start/Stop switch located on the throttle handle.
Note: The small knob on the trigger side
of the throttle can be set to limit engine
RPM. Adjusting this can help tune engine
speed to an RPM best suited for your
driving conditions.
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Operation
1. Verify you are clear of underground obstacles.
- Ensure you are clear of utilities by calling 811 and reporting your planned activities.
2. Be sure to use all personal protective equipment as outlined in the Safety Precautions section.
3. Start the engine and allow the engine to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes before driving any posts.
4. Lift the driver onto the post, then ensure that the driver is level with the post and the post is centered in the
barrel of the driver (see Figure 10).
 To keep the driver square to the post, use the smallest compatible adapter sleeve for the post being driven.
Keeping the impact post centered in the driver helps extend the life of the internal parts, as well as efficiently
transfer the impact energy to the post.
 If the driver is not kept square to the post, damage can be done to the machine (specifically the barrel and/or
the anvil) or the end of the post.
5. Pull down on the driver handles with approximately 10-20 pounds of force, gently engage the throttle until the
driver begins to fully impact the post. Downforce helps to prevent bouncing and unnecessary energy loss.
 Driving slowly initially will allow the grease in the gearbox to warm up and properly lubricate the
internal components.
6. To turn OFF the engine, slide the STOP SWITCH UP (see Figure 8).
Figure 10: The driver should be kept level to the post during operation.
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Maintenance
Before Each Use
1. Check the engine oil level with the driver in an upright position. Lying the driver down to check the oil will give
you a false reading. Add SAE 10W-30 oil if necessary.
2. Check the engine air filter. If it is excessively dirty, clean it as described in the included Honda owner’s manual.
If it is damaged, replace it.
3. Check all fasteners and retighten if necessary. If you choose to reinstall any bolts with new Loctite, you must
clean the fastener and hole threads with parts cleaner to remove any grease residue. The Loctite will not be
effective if grease is present. Follow any torque requirements.
4. Visually check the inside of the barrel for any debris that may prevent the anvil from freely moving. If there is
large debris, remove it by hand. If there is no large debris but the anvil does not move freely, spraying a penetrating
oil like WD-40 around the anvil may help loosen any debris.
5. Check for oil or gasoline leaks. If oil or gasoline leaks are a result of damage to the engine, do not use the engine
until the damaged parts are repaired or replaced.
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