Ditch Witch RT Line User Manual
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Trench
7.
Push boom control to slowly lower digging boom to desired trench depth.
8.
Move speed/direction control slowly to desired speed.
9.
When trench is complete, release speed/direction controls.
10. Move throttle to half open.
11. Pull boom control to raise digging boom to top of trench.
12. Release digging chain control.
13. Reinstall backfill blade in work position for backfilling. After backfilling is completed, position blade in
upright “stowed” position for transporting, keeping digging boom low to ground.
14. Drive away from trench.
15. See page 39 for shutdown procedure.
IMPORTANT:
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Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when turning.
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If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral and raise
boom slightly. Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually, turn engine off and
engage parking brake.