Ditch Witch ST37x, Operator'S Manual

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ST37x Operator’s Manual
Set Up
Set Up
1. Start unit. See page 50 for start-up procedures.
2. Drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench. See page 46 for operating procedures.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. Lower boom to just above ground.
5. Check that attachment speed/direction control and ground drive controls are in neutral.
6. Adjust boom position, if desired.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.
Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use
proper procedures and equipment or stay away.
To help avoid injury: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all
attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch
®
dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.
To help avoid injury: Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling.
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all controls.
Your safety is at stake.
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IMPORTANT:
• When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and use shortest possible boom at
full depth.
• Sight along center of hood to a stake driven beyond end of trench line for straight trench.