The Mining Quarry machine requires Diesel fuel to run in exchange for stones, sulphur or metal.
To place the Mining Quarry, use the included Survey Charges. (make sure to blueprint one charge in case you need to make more or ask an admin).
Find a biome that is common in the resources you want to mine. Throw a charge on a suitable spot (preferably flat ground).
If any of the resources (stone, sulphur or metal) pop out from the explosion, it means the spot will have the resource for the Mining Quarry to mine (sometimes can be stone with sulphur or metal).
Turn 360 degrees to check if the Mining Quarry can be placed. (can also ask for admin assistance for placing and/or moving the quarry)
Once placed, put Diesel fuel inside the blue barrels located at the side of the Mining Quarry, climb to the top, and start the engine.
Private Quarries can also be locked in 3 places! (input tanks, output tank and engine) - Have lock in hand and press E