Landoll D10P Power Ditcher - Manual (Page 15)

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Chapter 4
Operation and Maintenance
The Landoll D5P/D10P Power Ditcher is a ditching
machine for controlling field water drainage by improving
water run-off conditions. The Power Ditcher can make
shallow trenches for irrigation and be used to build fire
lanes.
This manual provides suggested operating techniques to
help you obtain efficient and dependable service from
your new machine. This manual also contains general
information, specifications, safety information,
maintenance and service requirements for your machine.
Read this manual carefully.
Keep this manual handy for future reference. If you have
any questions, contact your Landoll equipment dealer.
Your dealer is the best qualified to help you. He has
qualified service technicians and genuine Landoll
replacement parts to keep your machine in top operating
condition. This manual should remain with the machine
when sold.
This manual was prepared from the latest product
information available at publication time. The Company
reserves the right to make changes at any time without
notice.
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CAUTION
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DANGER
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CAUTION
1. Remove tractor start key when tractor and
implement will be unattended.
2. Never leave unattended equipment in the
unlocked raised position. Lower the unit to
the ground or use transport locks.
3. Do not leave tractor or implement unattended
with tractor engine running.
Never allow anyone to ride on this equipment.
1. Avoid injury or fatal accidents. Read these
safety precautions completely and carefully!
Utilize these instructions when operating
your machine.
2. The operator should be a responsible adult
familiar with farm machinery and trained in
this machine’s operations. Do not allow
persons to operate this machine until they
have read this manual and have developed a
thorough understanding of the safety
precautions and of how the machine works.
3. To prevent injury or death, use a tractor
equipped with a roll-over protection structure
(ROPS) and seat belt. Do not paint over,
remove or deface any safety decals on your
equipment. Observe all safety decals and
follow the instructions on them.
4. Remember! Your best insurance is a careful
and responsible operator. If there is any
portion of this manual or of the machine’s
operation you do not understand, contact
your local authorized Landoll dealer, or
Landoll Corporation.