Ditch Witch RT80Q, Operator'S Manual

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RT80Q Operator’s Manual
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Tow
Tow
Under normal conditions, tractor should not be towed. If tractor becomes disabled and towing is
necessary:
• Do not tow for more than 200 yd (180 m).
• Tow at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
• Steering will be very difficult.
Procedure
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Block front and rear tracks to prevent unit
from rolling.
3. Attach tow line to all available tie-down
points facing towing vehicle.
4. On left side of tractor, locate four plugs on
pump housing. Thoroughly clean area
around plugs.
5. Remove front two plugs (shown) with
5/16” Allen wrench. Some fluid will
escape.
6. Use clean needle nose pliers to remove
relief/check valves.
7. Install plugs until o-ring touches pump housing ot prevent oil leakage during towing.
8. Remove blocks.
9. Fasten seatbelt and adjust seatbelt.
10. Disengage parking brake.
11. After towing, reinstall check valves with spring end in first.
Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury.
Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions
before use.
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IMPORTANT: Keep check valves clean while towing.
IMPORTANT: If plug does not thread in easily until the o-ring touches the pump housing, the
relief/check valve might be bound in bore. Remove plug and relief/check valve and reinstall.