Baumalight DR444, Operator'S Manual, Page: 16 / 28

4�9 Digging A Tree
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DANGER
Prevent electrocution and/or explosion�
Death or serious injury can result if
equipment comes near or contacts
power lines�
Electrocution can occur without direct
contact�
Contacting a gas line may result in an
explosion�
Have underground utilities located before digging.
In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-258-
0808 (US and Canada). Also contact any local
utilities that do not participate in the One-Call
service. In countries that do not have a One-Call
service, contact all local utility companies to have
underground utilities located.
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WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death�
1�
Park machine on firm, level surface.
2�
Engage parking brake�
3�
Disconnect hydraulic drive�
4�
Shut off engine and remove key.
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WARNING
Moving parts can crush and cut�
Keep clear of moving components�
NOTICE
Prevent equipment damage�
Never open or close swing hinge with
spades extended�
Never operate spades with swing hinge
open�
1.
Attach skid steer to tree spade. See Attach
Tree Spade in this section.
2.
Position tree spade close to ground.
3.
Open swing hinge(s).
4.
Position tree spade so tree is in center of base.
5.
Close swing hinge(s).
6.
Lower tree spade to ground. Spade should be
level and straight with tree.
It is important to keep tree spade from lifting off
ground during digging process. In hard soil, slightly
retract spades after every downward push to keep
tree spade flat on the ground.
7.
Extend rear left spade. Slightly retract as
needed to keep frame flat on the ground.
8.
Extend rear right spade and front middle spade
one at a time. Slightly retract as needed to
keep frame flat on the ground.
9.
Extend each spade individually until all spades
have reached full depth.
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