Ditch Witch RT100 - Manual (Page 87)

Trench - 86
RT100 Powershift Operator’s Manual
Operation
CMW
12. If using optional trench cleaner, return speed/direction control to neutral when desired trench depth is
reached. Raise boom slightly, then lower trench cleaner completely. This ensures trench cleaner will
lock in place.
13. If using trench cleaner, lower boom to trench depth and push speed/direction hand control forward to
trenching speed.
14. When trench is complete, apply service brake.
15. Move ground drive speed/direction hand control to neutral.
16. Adjust throttle to low idle using hand control.
17. Raise boom.
18. As boom clears top of trench, move F-N-R lever to neutral.
19. Raise trench cleaner.
20. Swivel seat to the drive position and tilt steering column to desired operating position.
21. Move dig/drive control to drive position.
22. Drive a short distance away from work site. See page 70 for driving procedures.
23. Disengage axle lock by driving tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m).
24. Shut down tractor. See page 72 for proper shutdown procedures.
25. Return optional trench cleaner to the stowed position.
NOTICE:
• Do not have trench cleaner in working position when starting a trench.
• Do not back up with trench cleaner in working position.
• Do not use trench cleaner in working position in conditions where large rocks can get
between chain and cleaner.
IMPORTANT:
• Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when turning.
• If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral
and raise boom slightly. Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually, turn
engine off and engage parking brake.