Ditch Witch FXT60 - Manual (Page 71)

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FX60/FXT60 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
Position Vacuum Boom
CMW
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Position Vacuum Boom
The vacuum boom is optional equipment. Contact your Ditch Witch
®
dealer to add this option.
Procedure
See “Controls” on page 31 to become familiar with the power pack controls and the boom controllers.
1. Start engine.
2. Set hydraulic function switch to “boom” position.
3. Remove vacuum hoses from storage.
4. Pull boom latch cable to release boom.
5. Use boom controller to:
• raise boom until it clears saddle.
• extend/retract boom to desired length.
• raise/lower boom to desired height.
6. Rotate boom by manually swinging it left or right.
Do not get boom near power lines. Death or serious
injury will occur. Keep required distance between boom and power lines.
Use a spotter.
270-1983
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all controls.
Your safety is at stake. 273-475
To help avoid injury:
• Latch boom before tilting tank.
• Do not unlatch boom when tank is tilted up.
• If unit is parked on a slope, control boom so it does not swing freely when released.
• Do not use boom to lift or move objects. Using boom in an inappropriate way may damage
equipment or injure personnel.