Ditch Witch JT25 - Manual (Page 67)

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JT25 Manual
Plan Bore Path
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Plan Bore Path
Plan the bore path, from entry to end, before drilling begins. Ditch Witch bore planning software is available
for planning your bore path. This special software can be run in the field using a laptop computer. See your
Ditch Witch dealer for details.
If not using bore planning software, mark the bore path on the ground with spray paint or flags, or record it
on paper for operator reference.
For complicated bores, consult an engineer. Have the jobsite surveyed and bore path calculated. Be sure
the engineer knows minimum entry pitch, bend limits of drill pipe, bend and tension limits of pullback
material, pipe lengths, and location of all underground utilities.
For less complicated bores, plan the bore based on four measurements:
• recommended bend limit
• entry pitch
• minimum setback
• minimum depth
IMPORTANT: See the following pages for more information about these measurements. If not using
bore planning software, see “Bore Path Calculator” on page 70 and use these measurements to help
plan your bore.