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Drive, Shut down – Ditch Witch RT Line User Manual

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Drive

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Drive

1.

Disengage parking brake.

2.

Pull boom control to raise digging boom.

3.

Move throttle to 3/4 open.

RT12: Set throttle switch to high/full.

4.

Move speed/direction control in direction of preferred travel. Ground speed increases with control
movement.

Shut Down

1.

Release speed/direction controls.

2.

Push boom control to lower digging boom, if space allows.

3.

Run engine at low idle for three minutes to cool.

4.

Turn ignition switch to OFF position.

5.

Close fuel shut-off valve.

6.

Remove key.

NOTICE: Keep digging boom low when operating on a slope or transporting. Drive slowly and
cautiously at all times.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If

control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it
serviced.

NOTICE: Machine should not be parked on a slope unless chocked, blocked, or parking brake engaged.