Ditch Witch FM5 - Manual (Page 26)

FM5 Operator’s Manual
Operation Overview - 25
Mixing Fluid
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Mixing Fluid
1. Verify that hopper throat is not plugged before mixing.
2. Fill fluid tank with water. Allow room for additives.
3. Open circulation valve and tank discharge valve.
4. Start engine and run at half throttle or higher.
5. Open hopper valve.
6. Open hopper lid and pour in bentonite. See page 37.
7. Close hopper valve and close hopper lid.
8. Mix well.
9. Slowly add polymer and other liquid additives into top of tank. See page 37.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.
NOTICE:
• Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety eye wear, and hearing protection.
• Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
IMPORTANT: Before adding bentonite to drilling fluid, be sure drilling unit is equipped to use a
bentonite mixture.