Ditch Witch RT45 - Manual (Page 96)

RT45 Operator’s Manual
Saw - 97
Setup
CMW
®
Before First Use and After Replacing Bits
Check Bit Clearance
1. Check that all bits are properly secured.
2. Check that all bit retaining rings are secure.
3. Spin wheel by hand and listen for bits hitting diverters.
4. If bits hit diverters, repeat steps 1-3 to make sure bits are in the proper location and secured at proper
depth.
5. If bits do not hit diverters:
• Set parking brake.
• Fasten and adjust seat belt.
• Start tractor and adjust throttle.
• Raise saw slightly.
• Use attachment speed/direction control to rotate saw slowly. As it rotates, listen for clicking
sounds. If clicking is present, repeat steps 1-4.
Normal Use
1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.
2. Start tractor. See page 72 for start-up procedures.
3. Raise saw and drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench. See page 74 for correct
operating procedures.
4. Lower backfill blade.
5. Engage parking brake.
6. Lower saw to just above ground.
7. Hold skid shoe and remove pins from one stabilizer.
8. Lower skid until distance from bottom of skid shoe to bottom of saw bits equals desired trench depth.
9. Reinsert pins.
10. Repeat process on other stabilizer. Be sure stabilizers are set at the same depth.
11. Support wheel guard with handle. Lift and pull stow lock and lower wheel guard into operating position.
12. Check that saw is in line with planned trench and that tires are pointing straight ahead.
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all controls
before operating machine. When you see this sign on the machine or
in the manual, read it and use caution. Your safety is at stake.
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To help avoid injury: Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be performed with tractor off.