To insert an auger bit (6) or other accessory, follow these
steps.
Turn tool off and remove battery pack.
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Unlock the and remove the lock and snap pin (7) from the
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auger bit (6).
With one hand secure the tool. With the other hand grasp
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the auger bit (6) and install the auger bit sleeve (8) onto
the drive shaft (8a) as shown in Fig. G.
Rotate the auger bit to align the holes (7a ) on the auger
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bit sleeve (8) and drive shaft (8a).
Insert the lock and snap pin (7) through the auger bit
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sleeve (8) and drive shaft (8a) holes (7a).
Lock the lock and snap pin (7) in position with the pin
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snap.
To remove the auger bit, repeat steps 1 and 2 above.
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Secure the tool with one hand.
With the other hand grasp the auger bit (6) and pull the
auger bit from the drive shaft (8a).
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Proper hand position (fig. H)
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
(3), with the other hand on the side handle (4) to control the
twisting action of the tool.
Trigger switch/reversing button (Fig. I)
The tool is switched ON and OFF by squeezing and
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releasing the trigger switch (1).
A forward/reverse control button (2) determines the
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direction of the auger bit (6) and also serves as a lock off
button.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and
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depress the forward/reverse control button to the left.
To select reverse, depress the forward/ reverse control
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button the opposite direction.
Note: The center position of the control button locks the tool
in the off position. When changing the position of the control
button, be sure the trigger is released.
Auger bit operation
Warning! Before using the tool, check that the side handle is
tightened securely.
Warning! The side handle should always be used to maintain
control of the tool at all times.
Warning! Always ensure the auger bit is secure before
starting the tool. A loose auger bit may eject from tool causing
possible personal injury.
(Original instructions)
Warning! Keep the auger bit away from your body.An ac-
cidental start-up can cause injury.
Select the desired direction, forward or reverse, to match
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the planned operation.
Before starting the tool, ensure you have a firm grip on
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the main handle and side handle and the auger bit (6) is
pointed at a 90° angle above the working surface.
Switch the tool ON and allow the auger bit (6) to reach full
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speed and then slowly lower it into the soil.
Always apply pressure in a straight line with the auger bit
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(6). Use enough pressure to keep the auger biting, but
do not push hard enough to stall the motor or deflect the
auger bit.
Hold tool firmly with both hands to control the twisting
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action of the auger bit.
IF TOOL STALLS , it is usually because it is being
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overloaded. RELEASE TRIGG ER SWITCH
IMMEDIATELY, remove auger bit from the soil, and
determine cause of stalling. DO NOT CLI CK TRIGG ER
OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO START A STALL ED
TOOL – THIS CAN DAMAGE THE TOOL.
Keep the motor running when pulling the auger bit back
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out of a hole. This will help prevent jamming.
Relase the trigger switch (1) to turn the tool OFF before
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starting a new hole.
Maintenance
Your STANLEY FATMAX tool has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
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charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
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Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust
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from the interior.
Protecting the environment
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Separate collection. Products and batteries
marked with this symbol must not be disposed
of with normal household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be recov-
ered or recycled reducing the demand for raw materials.
Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to
local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com
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