RIDGID R01701 Manual Del Operador página 13

OPERATION
To start:
 To begin digging, press and hold the lockout button and
squeeze the switch trigger.
To stop:
 Release the switch trigger to stop the hole auger.
SWITCH POSITION
See Figure 8.
Display Description
REV Reverse
Forward Low
FWD
Forward High
DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR
(FORWARD/REVERSE)
See Figure 8.
The direction of the auger rotation is reversible and is con-
trolled by a selector located on the right handle control as-
sembly. With the auger held in normal operating position, set
the direction of rotation selector to the bottom for digging in
reverse (kickback protection is enabled in all speeds/direc-
tions). Position the direction of rotation selector switch in the
middle for forward, low speed. Set the direction of rotation
selector in the top position for forward, high speed.
ACTIVE KICKBACK
See Figure 9.
The kickback feature is always enabled. When the product
detects tough soil or debris, the feature is activated to pro-
tect the user.
 Always ensure that the operator has a firm grip and solid
stance when using this tool.
 If kickback occurs, the tool will stop and the blue light will
remain solid. To clear a kickback event, simply release
the trigger.
 Lift the tool from the hole, restart the tool and gently lower
it back into the hole.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
See Figure 9.
When the tool is forced or overloaded, the motor controller
will automatically shut off the tool.
 If an overload protection event occurs, the tool will stop
and a red light will illuminate.
 When the product stops, release the trigger, and lift it
from the hole.
 You may need to find an alternate place to dig if a large
obstruction has caused the machine to stop.
USING THE HOLE AUGER
See Figures 10 - 12.
 Select the operating mode.
Location
NOTE: Do not touch the auger bit when the product is
Bottom
switched on.
Middle
 Make sure feet are firmly planted above the work surface.
Stand with hips locked. The curve of the left handle should
Top
be held close to the user's body below waist level.
 Before starting the hole auger, make sure you have a
firm grip with both hands on the handle and the auger bit
pointed downward at a 90° angle to the surface. Always
use the hole auger properly.
 Lift the tool above the surface. Press the lock out button
and squeeze the switch trigger.
 Allow the auger to gain full speed (2-3 seconds).
 Lower the auger into the surface maintaining the 90°
angle. Allow the auger to bite into the material, letting the
auger do the work.
 As the hole begins to fill with debris, it is important to
constantly clear it to produce a clean cut and reduce the
amount of effort required.
 While auger is operating at full speed, slowly lift it from
the hole and allow the debris to clear from the auger.
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WARNING
Maintain a firm grip on the handles with both hands
while using the auger. Keep the auger bit away
from your body and below waist level.
WARNING:
Always stand with the handle bars close to waist
during operation.
WARNING:
Always keep both hands on the handles. Improper
operation of the may result in serious injury.