TM 9-243USING THE POSTHOLE DIGGER1 Drive the posthole digger into the spot where thehole is to be dug.2 Hold the handles slightly separated near the top andbring the blades down sharply into the soil by forceof the arms.3 Pull the handles apart to grasp the earth out of thehole and lift digger out of hole.4 Continue the process until the hole is the requiredsize and depth.CARE AND CLEANING OF DIGGING TOOLS1.Tools should be cleaned often after each use andmetal parts oiled before storing.2.Never use a tool other than for the job it wasintended.3.Store all digging tools in their proper places whennot in use.WARNINGLINSEED OIL IS A FLAMMABLE LIQUID.TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, PROP-ERLY DISPOSE OF ALL CLEANINGRAGS IN NON-COMBUSTIBLE CON-TAINERS.4. Replace defective handles immediately.5.Treat wooden handles occasionally with linseed oilto prevent drying out or splintering.51-5/(51-6 blank)
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