Ditch Witch RT80Q, Operator'S Manual

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RT80Q Operator’s Manual
Operate
Start Bore with Drill String Guide
If necessary, have helper follow the instructions below to operate the drill string guide at start of bore.
1. Stand on left side of approach trench.
2. Put drill string guide in correct position:
• at least 3’ (1 m) behind drill bit
• hook side toward bore
• cradle side toward machine
3. When drill string guide is in correct position, signal machine operator to start bore.
4. Use drill string guide to control the first 5’ (1.5 m) of the bore path.
5. When length of bore is 5’ (1.5 m), have machine operator stop machine.
6. When drill string has stopped, remove drill string guide and leave area.
Rotating shaft will cause death or serious injury. Stay
away.
To help avoid injury:
• Use only the approved Ditch Witch
®
drill string guide (p/n 118-079).
• Do not straddle trench or drill string.
• Do not enter trench.
• Keep hands and feet away from drill string and drilling attachment.
• Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or when drill string is being pulled back.
• Only use drill string guide on left side of approach trench.