Ditch Witch RT55 - Manual (Page 105)

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RT55 T4i Operator’s Manual
Drill
CMW
Drill
1. Start tractor’s engine and begin clockwise (forward) rotation.
2. Slowly advance tractor while maintaining clockwise rotation.
Using Drill String Guide
Use drill string guide to align drill string as it enters the
soil. When using drill string guide, follow these
guidelines:
• Use only approved Ditch Witch drill string guide
(p/n 179-737).
• Stand only on the left side of the approach trench.
• Keep drill string guide at least 3’ (1 m) behind bit.
• Use drill string guide to control only the first 5’ (1.5
m) of the bore path.
• After drilling 5’ (1.5 m), stop unit and remove drill
string guide.
• Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or
any time the drill string is being pulled back.
IMPORTANT: For location and description of drilling control see page 29.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Release drilling control and turn ignition switch to STOP.
NOTICE:
• Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may bend drill rod. After bore path is
established, speed may be slightly increased.
• If drill rod starts to bend, stop forward movement of unit and back the unit slightly until rod
straightens. Do not drill with bent rod.
• If drill rod hits an obstruction, rotate drill string counterclockwise to back up slightly.
Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.
NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill rod during operation. Do not
straddle trench or drill rod while drilling.