1324D – 1624D Operator’s Manual
Revised 12/4/14
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THE
MODEL 1324D – 1624D
HYDRAULIC TRENCHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL
TRENCHER INTENDED USE
This machine is designed for digging trenches in “normal” ground of reasonably soft dirt and stones up to 6”
(15cm) in diameter. Ground with larger stones, high clay content, very hard packed, very dry, or in a frozen
condition may be unsuitable for normal trenching. Consider using a backhoe or other heavier equipment for
such conditions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS
2
SAFETY MESSAGES
2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW
3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5
TRENCHING TIPS
6
OPERATOR PREPARATION
6
SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE
7
GROUND TRANSPORT OF THE TRENCHER
7
LOCATING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
8
WORKSITE ASSESSMENT
9
CONTACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
10
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