Ditch Witch MV800 - Manual (Page 49)

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MV800 Operator’s Manual
Drain Tank
CMW
®
Drain Tank
1. Ensure that unit is hitched to vehicle. See “Hitch Trailer” on page 40.
2. Haul unit to approved dumping area
3. Open drain/outlet valve and inlet valve.
4. Allow tank to drain in the horizontal position until
tank is approximately half drained. Monitor sight
glasses.
5. When tank is half drained, start engine and run at
low idle.
6. Tilt tank up to help flush solids from tank.
7. Lower tank to the full horizontal position.
8. Close drain/outlet valve and inlet valve.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all
controls. Your safety is at stake. 273-475
To help avoid injury:
• Do not unhitch unit from tow vehicle before or during dumping. A freestanding unit can
become unstable when tilting tank.
• Do not unlatch door with tank tilted up.
Use breathing protection when exposed to silica
dust. 270-4952
NOTICE: Do not drive with tank or door raised.