240 HOLE DIGGER

Setting the worldwide
standard for portable, oneman, hand-held, hole
digging equipment.
240 HOLE DIGGER
General’s Model 240 is the first oneman, hand-held hole digger to feature
an all-position, 4 stroke gasoline
engine. Operate on it side hills or store
it on its side without fear of damage or
oil leaking from the crankcase. It also
means no more mixing oil with
gasoline. No more separate fuel cans.
And, no more smoky, exhaust mess
because the Subaru Robin EH035
engine meets the tough, new EPA
emission standards.
The 240 is built with unsurpassed
features that make it the ideal machine
for both homeowner and contractors
alike. Digs up to an 8 inch (203 mm)
diameter hole. Built with oversized ball
bearings, heat treated shafts and
precision, machine cut gears for
extended service life. The 240 Hole
Digger was designed to keep it working
on the jobsite and not in the repair
shop.
The unique Comfort-Zone™ handle was
newly created to specifically help the
operator maintain proper position while
digging. The ergonomics are intended
to maximize strength and reduce body
fatigue, thus increasing productivity
and job site safety. A Magura twist grip
throttle provides exact engine speed
control.
For added flexibility, an optional 3/4
inch capacity, three-jaw drill chuck
attaches directly to the transmission
driveshaft. The chuck allows the 240 to
accept standard masonry, wood and
steel drill bits for even greater
versatility.
620 Alexander Dr. SW • P.O. Box 334
Owatonna, Minnesota 55060
800.533.0524 • 507.451.5510
Fax 507.451.5511
Toll-Free Fax 877.344.4375 (Digger 5)
Web: http://www.generalequip.com
E-mail: general@generalequip.com
Can you really afford anything less?
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240 HOLE DIGGER
MODEL
240
ENGINE
MAKE AND MODEL
Subaru Robin EH035V, All-Position, 4 Stroke
HORSEPOWER
1.6 (1180 W)
DISPLACEMENT
2.0 cu. In. (33.5 cu. cm)
MUFFLER
Lo Tone
STARTER
Hand rewind
FUEL
Gasoline, unleaded automotive grade
SPARK PLUG
Resistor type
TRANSMISSION
TYPE
Totally-enclosed, grease-lubricated, spur gear reduction
NOMINAL AUGER
ROTATION SPEED @
RATED ENGINE SPEED
166 RPM, no load
AUGER ROTATION DIRECTION
Right hand (clockwise) into the ground
CLUTCH
3" (76mm) diameter all-metal automatic-centrifugal, slips (does not fully disengage) on overload
DRIVESHAFT CONNECTION
TO AUGER
1" (25 mm) diameter round
MAXIMUM DRILLING TORQUE
55 ft. lbs. (74 N.m)
AUGER
DESIGN
Auger construction features alloy steel blade and screw bit for maximum digging performance and versatility in a wide cross
section of soil compositions. Thick, cross-sectioned helicoid auger flighting delivers strength and wear resistance. Flighting
pitch is set to produce cleaner, more usable holes in sandy or granular type soils. All boring head wear parts are field
replaceable.
DIAMETERS
2" (51 mm) to 8" (203 mm)
LEAD AUGER AND
AUGER EXTENSION LENGTH
A full line of lead augers is available in standard 30” (762 mm) effective digging lengths. Overall auger length is 35” (889 mm).
A plain tube extension is available to extend the digging depth to 45” (1143 mm).
GENERAL
THROTTLE CONTROL
Twist grip type
OPERATOR HANDLE
Comfort-Zone™ operator handle is designed to enhance control and reduce fatigue. Constructed of heavy-gauge steel tubing with
PVC grip area.
WEIGHT
26 lbs. (12 kg)
All specifications are general in nature and are not intended for specific application purposes. General Equipment Company reserves the
right to make changes in design, engineering, or specifications and to add improvements or discontinue manufacture at any time without
notice or obligation. Consult the applicable operator manual and support material before utilizing the product. Refer to OSHA 2207 and/or
current revisions for specific safety information. Names depicted are the registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Form: GEF28100501