Ditch Witch RT115 Q - Manual (Page 67)

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RT115Q Operator’s Manual
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General Operation
The ground drive foot pedal and ground drive speed/direction hand control perform the same function and
override each other. This override feature is intended to be used while digging. While driving or backfilling,
use only the foot pedal to control speed. While digging, use the hand control to set travel speed. Use the
foot pedal to temporarily adjust travel speed if digging conditions change for a short distance. For example,
if soil becomes sticky or tight, press the reverse foot pedal to slow travel speed. When optimal soil
condition returns, release foot pedal to return to original speed.
1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.
2. Turn on lights and warning flasher as needed.
3. Raise backfill blade, if equipped, and all attachments.
4. Release parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is off.
NOTE: Machine will not move if parking brake indicator is on.
5. Move gearbox motor switch to high.
6. Adjust throttle.
7. Move ground drive control to forward or reverse.
Moving traffic – hazardous situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, post appropriate warning signs.
To help avoid injury:
• Drive carefully in congested areas. Know machine’s clearance and turning radius.
• Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive slowly and cautiously.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.