Ditch Witch 420sx, Operator'S Manual

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420sx Operator’s Manual
Drive
CMW
Drive
1. Turn on lights as needed.
2. Raise attachments.
3. Release parking brake.
4. Adjust throttle.
5. Move ground drive joystick in desired direction of travel. For information about the ground drive
joystick, see page 31.
Shut Down
1. When job is complete, move ground drive joystick to neutral.
2. Return all controls and rocker switches to neutral or disengaged position.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. Lower all attachments to ground.
5. Move throttle to idle for 3 minutes to cool.
6. Turn ignition switch to STOP. If leaving machine unattended, remove key.
7. For maintenance or long-term storage, turn battery disconnect switch, if equipped, to the disconnect
position.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN : Turn ignition switch to STOP.
Moving traffic – hazardous situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, post appropriate warning signs.
NOTICE:
• Drive carefully in congested areas. Know machine’s clearance and turning radius.
• Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive slowly and cautiously.