Rt120q operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT120 Q User Manual
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RT120Q Operator’s Manual
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1.
Adjust throttle to low idle.
2.
Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed. SAW WILL TURN.
3.
Slowly lower saw to trench depth.
4.
Release parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is off.
5.
Increase engine speed to full throttle.
6.
Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.
7.
If a curved trench must be cut, make a series of straight cuts.
8.
When trench is complete, adjust throttle to low idle.
9.
Raise saw and stabilizers.
10. As saw clears top of trench, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.
11. Swivel seat to the drive position.
12. Tilt steering wheel column down.
13. Drive a short distance away from work site.
Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay
away.
To help avoid injury:
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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.
Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property
damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.
To help avoid injury: Ensure that stabilizers are in contact with the ground while sawing.
Failure to use stabilizers correctly will damage equipment.
IMPORTANT:
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Lower saw into softer material then move into harder or abrasive material. For example,
lower saw into dirt at shoulder before cutting across road.
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