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TRANSPORTATION
CAUTION
Always comply with all federal, state and local laws when traveling on public roads whether at
night or during the day. Use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operators of
other vehicles.
CAUTION
Always disengage PTO shaft before raising the ditcher to the transport position.
1. When raising the ditcher to transport, be sure that the driveline does not contact tractor or
implement and the parking stand is pinned in the fully up position.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning. Leave enough clearance so that the
ditcher does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
3. Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting from one area to another. When
traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you
safely.
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
WARNING
Before making any adjustments, inspections, lubricating or repairing. First, disengage the tractor’s
PTO and wait for the cutter head and cutting blades to come to a complete stop. Then slowly
lower the ditcher until skid shoe is touching the ground. Before dismounting from the tractor shut
off the engine set the parking brake and remove the key.
CAUTION
Never clean, adjust or service when the ditcher is in motion. Block up all elevated components
to prevent accidental lowering or lower to rest on the ground when adjusting or repairing.
