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POST HOLE DIGGERS
Web: ricehydro.com • Email: [email protected] • Phone: 800-245-4777
POST HOLE DIGGERS
Got holes, just whistle for the DAWG...
The
"DIRTDAWG"
a contractor's best friend. One and two-man units, towable and handheld,
hydraulic and mechanical. All units engineered with precision, high-quality components, and
functions, providing you with rugged, durable, and dependable equipment. Accessories
include a variety of adapters, auger bits, extensions, teeth and display stands, along with post
pounders and pullers. 
Auger bits sold separately
POST PULLERS
DIRTDAWG-9HON-T
9 GPM, 351 ft lbs. torque, 83 RPM.
Three-year warranty from manufacturers defect.
Bit diameters from 2 to 18 inch,
lengths available in 36" or 42".
Telescoping handle, twists 180 degrees for accurate digging
on hills and slopes.
Forward and reverse auger drive operation.
Integrated locking tow hitch, allows for towing at
highway speeds, bearing buddies.
Axle length 44" for digging and towing stability.
Retracts to 35 ½" access through gates,
walkways, and tight spaces.
Made in America from components
sourced in the USA and globally.
POST POUNDERS
ACCESSORIES
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Summary of Contents for RICE HYDRO DIRTDAWG-9HON-T

  • Page 1 All units engineered with precision, high-quality components, and functions, providing you with rugged, durable, and dependable equipment. Accessories include a variety of adapters, auger bits, extensions, teeth and display stands, along with post pounders and pullers.  DIRTDAWG-9HON-T • 9 GPM, 351 ft lbs. torque, 83 RPM. •...
  • Page 2 DIRTDAWG -TM11 • 190 ft lbs. torque. • One-year warranty from manufacturers defect. • Bit diameters from 2 to 12 inch, lengths available in 36” or 42”. • Oil sight glass, for quick fill and level control. • Timken tapered roller bearings, less maintenance and longer life.
  • Page 3 DIRTDAWG-9HON-T and DIRTDAWG-TM11 ACCESSORIES Auger Bits available in 6”, 8”, 10” or 12” diameter with either 36” or 42” length. Standard 7/8” square drive, with various drive styles available. Adapters styles available in muliple configurations to take advantage of your existing auger bit inventory.
  • Page 4 DIRTDAWG-CUB STAND Heavy duty welded steel framework, with a black powder coated finish. Designed for quick and easy storage of your DIRTDAWG-CUB and related auger bits. The CUB stand holds the unit with attached bit, and two additional auger bits. POST PULLERS Manufactured of heavy duty welded steel.
  • Page 5: Recommended Tools

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (1) LEFT HAND MARKED “OPERATOR” HANDLE (1) MARKED “ASSISTANT” KILL SWITCH ASSISTANTS HANDLE (1) MARKED “LEAN ON THESE HANDLES” (1) RIGHT HAND THROTTLE HANDLE (1) TRANSMISSION HONDA ENGINE RECOMMENDED TOOLS: ½” WRENCH ½” SOCKET RACHET SCREWDRIVER...
  • Page 6 CONNECTING HANDLES PLACE TRANSMISSION HONDA ENGINE ON A SECURE TABLE FOR ASSEMBLY. CONNECT TWO HANDLES ON ONE SIDE THEN CONNECT THE OTHER TWO ON OPPOSITE SIDES TO BALANCE. Step 1 . CONNECT RIGHT HAND THROTTLE HANDLE WITH LABELED THROTTLE SIDE OF TRANSMISSION Connect OPERATOR RIGHT HAND THROTTLE into TRANSMISSION HONDA ENGINE where it says...
  • Page 7: Connecting Cable Wires

    CONNECTING CABLE WIRES Step 1. CONNECT RIGHT HAND THROTTLE HANDLE CABLE WIRE As shown in picture, connect the throttle cable thru clamp, securing clamp at the one o’clock positions then secure the cable eyelet & tighten screw. *To prevent binding of the throttle cable, maintain loop as shown in picture. Step 2.
  • Page 8 RICE Hydro, Inc. Dirtdawg-TM11 Two Man Post Hole Digger – gas powered WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize...
  • Page 9 CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For assistance in use, operation, design change or capability, or special order options on your DIRTDAWG-TM11 please contact RICE Hydro Inc. 3500 Arrowhead Drive Carson City, NV 89706, or (800) 245-4777, direct number (775) 885-1280 or email [email protected].
  • Page 10 Original setup & Operation instructions RICE Hydro, Inc. DIRTDAWG-TM11 Two Man Post Hole Digger – Gas powered View #1 before attaching wires. View #2 after attaching wires.
  • Page 11 Assembly instructions: 1. Remove post hole digger and separate handles from packaging. Pieces included: post hole digger unit, 1 each operator throttle control handle, 1 each kill switch operator handle, 1 each kill switch assistants handle, and 1 each left side assistants handle. 2.
  • Page 12 4. As shown in picture above, connect the throttle cable thru clamp, securing clamp at the one o’clock position; then secure the cable eyelet and tighten screw. To prevent binding of the throttle cable, maintain angles as shown in the picture above. You are now ready to connect the “ring”...
  • Page 13 CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For assistance in use, operation, design change or capability, or special order options on your DIRTDAWG-TM11 please contact RICE Hydro Inc. 3500 Arrowhead Drive Carson City, NV 89706, or (800) 245-4777, direct number (775) 885-1280 or email [email protected].
  • Page 14: Cover Assembly

    PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR MODEL TM-11 RICE HYDRO, INC. REF: PART NUMBER.. DESCRIPTION.. REQ'D COVER ASSEMBLY.. HONDA-GXV160UH2-N1XH 5.5 HP HONDA ENGINE AUGER-2MAN-COVER TM-11 COVER when ordering Auger-2man-Cover "BEARING-3/4X1" is also required CLUTCH-TM11 TM-11 CLUTCH ASSY FITTING-BREATHER-DD BREATHER FITTING MUFFLER-CAP-GX200 DIFFUSER LOCKNUT-5/16X18...
  • Page 15 PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR MODEL TM-11 RICE HYDRO, INC. ASSISTANT HANDLE ASSY.. GRIPS-1" BLACK GRIPS TM11-HANDLE ASSISTANT - HANDLE ONLY BOLT-5/16X18X2&1/4 BOLT FOR HANDLE FLATWASHER-SAE-5/16 FLATWASHER LOCKNUT-5/16X18 LOCKNUT FOR HANDLE THROTTLE HANDLE ASSY.. THROTTLE-TM11 THROTTLE GRIPS-1" BLACK GRIPS CABLE-THROTTLE-ASSY TM-11 CABLE THROTTLE...
  • Page 16 SIZE: DWG NUMBER: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 TOP Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SCALE: SEE NOTES PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 17 SIZE: DWG NUMBER: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT EXPLODED VIEW BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SCALE: SEE NOTES PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 18 SIZE: DWG NUMBER: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 TOP Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SCALE: SEE NOTES PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 19 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Handle (Assistant) Assy BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 20 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Kill Switch Handle Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 21 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Throttle Handle Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 22 SIZE: DWG NUMBER: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT EXPLODED VIEW BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SCALE: SEE NOTES PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 23 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Handle (Assistant) Assy BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 24 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Kill Switch Handle Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.
  • Page 25 MATERIAL: SIZE: REV: THIS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THAT TM-11 Throttle Handle Assy Exploded BELONGS TO Rice HYDRO INC. IT MAY NOT BEUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MEDIA OR DISCLOSED WITHOUT THE FINISH: SEE NOTES SCALE: PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF OWNER.

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