Ditch Witch 410SX - Manual (Page 63)

Trench - 62
410sx Operator’s Manual
Setup
CMW
Setup
1. Start tractor. See page 44 for start-up procedures.
2. Drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench. See page 45 for operating procedures.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. Lower boom to just above ground.
5. Check that boom is in line with planned trench.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Release button on operator presense handle and turn ignition switch to
OFF position.
Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use
proper procedures and equipment or stay away.
To help avoid injury: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all
attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.
To help avoid injury: Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling.
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all controls before operating
machine. When you see this sign on the machine or in the manual, read it and use
caution. Your safety is at stake.
IMPORTANT:
• When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and use shortest possible boom at full
depth.
• For optimal spoils delivery, adjust the auger positions forward or backward to accommodate terrain
and digging depth.