Stop trenching, Rt45 operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT45 User Manual
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RT45 Operator’s Manual
Operation
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6.
Raise backfill blade.
7.
Release parking brake.
8.
Use ground drive control to set trenching speed.
Stop Trenching
1.
When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral and adjust throttle to low idle.
2.
Raise microtrencher.
3. As blade clears top of trench, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.
4.
Drive a short distance away from work site.
5.
Shut down tractor. See page 74 for correct shutdown procedures.
6.
Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water before parking unit overnight.
NOTICE:
•
Do not attempt to trench a radius smaller than 40’ (12.2 m). Serious damage to microtrencher
and/or blade may result.
•
Release swing lock when cutting curved trenches.
IMPORTANT:
•
Ground drive speed/direction can be controlled with foot pedal or hand lever. When trenching,
set ground drive speed with hand lever. Use foot pedal to temporarily adjust speed if digging
conditions change for a short distance.
•
If a curved trench smaller than a 40’ (12.2 m) radius must be cut, make a series of straight
cuts.