Ditch Witch RT30 - Manual (Page 53)

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RT30 Operator’s Manual
Tow
CMW
Tow
Under normal conditions, tractor should not be towed. If tractor becomes disabled and towing is
necessary:
• Do not tow for more than 200 yd (180 m).
• Tow at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
• Use maximum towing force of 1.5 times unit weight.
Procedure
1. Attach tow line to all available tiedown
points facing towing vehicle.
2. Bypass hydraulic system.
Remove tunnel cover and loosen bypass
valve (shown) two turns. Valve is on top of
front pump.
3. Fasten seat belt.
4. Disengage parking brake.
5. Check that ground drive and attachment
speed/direction controls are in neutral
position.
Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly.
NOTICE:
When bypass valve is open, unit
has no brakes.