Rt55 t41 operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT55 User Manual
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RT55 T41 Operator’s Manual
Operation
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7.
Raise backfill blade.
8.
Swivel seat to the desired position.
9.
If equipped with combo, move plow/trench select control to plow position.
10. Move ground drive control forward to plowing speed and lower plow blade into ground.
11. Move plow lift control to float.
12. Move plow swing control to float.
13. Increase engine speed to full throttle.
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Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy grass cover or surface clutter.
14. Move attachment speed/direction control to full speed forward. PLOW WILL VIBRATE.
15. Reduce attachment speed to a point with the least tractor vibration.
16. Select highest ground drive speed possible without tire slippage.
17. Check cable for damage during plowing. Run continuity checks on electric cable and check pipe
pressure. Damage can result from improper operation, incorrect blade choice, striking underground
obstructions, or other conditions.
18. Adjust vibrator speed if ROPS vibrates excessively.
NOTICE:
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Lower plow into ground before moving plow lift control or plow swing control to float.
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Do NOT move ground drive to reverse with plow blade in the ground. .
IMPORTANT:
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Ground drive speed/direction can be controlled with foot pedal or hand lever. When
plowing, set ground drive speed with hand lever. Use foot pedal to temporarily adjust
speed if digging conditions change for a short distance.
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