Ditch Witch JT100, Operator'S Manual

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JT100/JT100 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
Start Unit
Start Unit
1. Insert key.
2. Turn key clockwise. See “Ignition switch” on page 60 for more information. Wait until start light goes
out to crank engine.
3. Run engine at low throttle for 5 minutes.
Steer Unit
To steer drilling unit, follow instructions for type of steering desired.
To steer while moving forward , push forward (toward F) and then move to left or
right. Drilling unit will gradually turn to left or right.
To steer while moving backward , pull back (toward R) and then move to left or
right. Drilling unit will gradually turn to left or right.
For tight steering in low speed , move control to center position and then fully to
right or left. From there, move forward or backward until desired counter-rotation speed is reached.
IMPORTANT: Operator’s station must be in drive position. See “Cab pivot control switch” on page 36.