Drive, General operation, Slope operation guidelines – Ditch Witch Zahn User Manual
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R150/R230/R300 Operator’s Manual
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Drive
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Drive
General Operation
1.
Disengage parking brake.
2.
Pull front end lift control to raise front end off ground.
3.
Move ground drive control to forward or reverse.
4.
Adjust throttle as needed.
5.
Move ground drive control to side to steer in that direction.
Slope Operation Guidelines
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Engage traction control when working on a slope to lessen undesired movement.
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Keep heavy end of unit uphill on slopes.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on slopes. If you must turn, keep the heavy end of the unit uphill.
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Avoid parking unit on a slope. If parking on a slope cannot be avoided, lower front end, engage parking
brake and turn ignition switch to OFF.
Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly.
NOTICE: Operate unit only while standing on platform.
Tipover possible. Machine can tip over and crush you.
• Always operate with load end uphill.
• Always carry load low. High load can cause tipping, loss of load or loss of visibility.
• Never jerk control levers. Use a steady even motion.
IMPORTANT: For continuous ground drive and front end drive operation, use cruise control pedal.
See “Cruise control pedal” on page 27.