Ditch Witch XT855, Operator'S Manual

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XT855 Operator’s Manual
Tow
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Tow
Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit breaks down and towing is necessary:
• Do not tow for more than 200 yd (180 m).
• Tow at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
• Use maximum towing force of 1.5 times unit weight.
Procedure
Prepare for Towing
1. Verify that mode switch is in tool carrier mode.
2. Attach tow line to available tow points facing
towing vehicle.
3. Open hood.
4. Open 4 tow valves on hydrostatic pumps
(shown, 2 on each side).
• Loosen jam nut.
• Turn set screw in until it stops.
• Tighten jam nut.
Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly.
NOTICE:
• Parking brakes are set when engine is not running. Hydrostatic charge pump must be working
properly to release parking brakes. If engine will not run or pilot pressure is not available,
manually disengage parking brake prior to towing.
IMPORTANT: Use 4-mm Allen wrench and
13-mm box wrench to adjust tow valves.