Begin trenching, Finish trenching, 410sx operator’s manual – Ditch Witch 410SX User Manual
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410sx Operator’s Manual
Operation
CMW
Begin Trenching
1.
If necessary, adjust throttle to low idle.
2.
Move the digging chain control to the ON position. DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE.
3.
Increase engine speed to full throttle.
4.
Slowly lower digging boom to depth.
5.
Release parking brake.
6.
Move ground drive control to desired speed.
7.
Lower boom to trench depth and push ground drive control forward to desired trenching speed.
Finish Trenching
1.
When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.
2.
Adjust throttle to low idle.
3.
Raise boom.
4.
As boom clears top of trench, move digging chain control to the OFF position.
5.
Drive away from work site.
6.
Shut down tractor. See page 45 for proper shutdown procedures.
NOTICE: Machine moves in reverse during trenching.
NOTICE:
•
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.