Operation, Rt55 t4i operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT55 User Manual
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RT55 T4i Operator’s Manual
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Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct
equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.
NOTICE: Cutting, drilling, or working materials such as concrete, sand, or rock containing quartz may
result in exposure to silica dust. Use water spray or other means to control dust. If workers are exposed
to dust they must wear appropriate breathing protection. Silica dust may cause lung disease and is
known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Electrical shock. Contacting electrical lines will cause death or serious
injury. Know location of lines and stay away.
NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution. Expose lines by hand before
digging.
Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly.
NOTICE:
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Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling.
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Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call.
Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and
safety glasses.
Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury. Stay away.
NOTICE:
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Ensure parking brake is engaged and parking brake indicator is on.
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Machine might jerk when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.
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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.