Compact Power BOXER 999-823 - Manual (Page 45)

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Pre-Start Inspection and Operation
4. With your right hand, move the trencher control lever (Item 1, Figure 3–19 ) to the right to
activate the trencher chain in the FORWARD motion.
The control will remain in the forward position until you either move the lever into the Neutral
position or step off the operator presence control.
Figure 3–19 Trencher Chain Control Lever in Forward Position
5. Using the boom lower control, slowly rotate the trencher boom downwards until it makes
contact with the ground. See Figure 3–20 . Continue to slowly lower the trencher boom, but
do not move the machine.
• Use extreme caution while making the initial trenching cut. Surface rocks and
debris may shatter when contacted by the trencher chain.
• Keep all workers at least 10 feet from the trenching operation.
Figure 3–20 Initial Trenching Cut
NOTICE
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CAUTION
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