Ditch Witch RT80Q, Operator'S Manual

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RT80Q Operator’s Manual
Drill - 123
Operate
Add Rod
If more length is needed, ask a helper to add a rod section.
Disconnect Drill String from Drilling Attachment
1. Stop rotation of drilling attachment.
2. Operate ground drive controls to move machine in reverse 6” (15 cm) to loosen drill string in ground.
3. Shut down tractor. See page 78 for proper shutdown procedures.
4. Disconnect drill string from drilling attachment with special tool (p/n 351-272). See “Set Up” on
page 118.
5. Start tractor. See page 82 for start-up procedures.
6. Use ground drive foot control to move in reverse 1’ (30 cm), about the length of a rod section.
Add Rod Section
1. Shut down tractor.
2. Have helper connect new rod section to drilling attachment.
3. Start tractor and set engine to low throttle.
4. Slowly move machine forward until new rod section and drill string are about 1’ (30 cm) apart.
5. Have helper lightly hold new rod section and drill string so that they are aligned.
6. Rotate drilling attachment to align slip latches of new rod section and drill string.
7. Move unit forward slowly. As soon as new rod section and drill string are connected, have helper move
hands clear.
8. Slightly move forward until the slip latch connection is correctly latched.
Rotating shaft will cause death or serious injury. Stay
away.
To help avoid injury: Only access drilling attachment with hands when
engine is shut down.
Pinch point. Crushing will cause serious injury.
To help avoid injury:
• Keep hands at least 6” (15 cm) from ends of rod section and drill string.
• Support rods from underneath with open palms. Do not grip rods.