Operating Techniques - Bradco 617 Operator's Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The design of your trencher makes it relatively simple to use. With
the help of the information in this section and a little practice you should
become proficient in it's operation in no time. Observe the following points
to obtain the best results with the least amount of wear on the machine.
Read the "Safety Precautions"
(See Section B)
CAUTION!
BEFORE YOU START TRENCHING
Before any excavating is started, it is always a good idea to plan out
the job first. Various things need to be considered and taken into account
prior to the actual trenching. The operator should inspect the job site and
take notice on any potential hazards in the area. He should have a complete
understanding of the task he is expected to perform. Figure out what will
be done with the spoil (excavated soil), will it be used to backfill or be
trucked out? What are the soil conditions like? Will you have to work
around others? Etc.
WARNING! Check the prospective trenching area for hidden utility lines
Once you have become familiar with the job site and understand the
job requirements it is time to set up for the actual trenching. Check the soil
type (hard, soft, rocky, etc.) and the trenching requirements (how deep,
wide, etc.). Install the proper digging chain, sprocket, boom, crumber bar
and shoe for the job at hand. Information on chains, sprockets, booms,
crumber bars and shoes may be found in Sections I and J.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING TECHNIQUES

SKID STEER TRENCHERS
section of this manual before you begin.
Operate the trencher only when seated at the skid steer con-
trols.
Do not operate the skid steer without proper ROPS (Roll-Over-
Protective-Structure), seat belt, and hard hat.
Pay attention to the job at hand. Be alert to the possibilities of
others in the work area.
Never let anyone work around, or perform maintenance on the
trencher while it is running.
Always use a crumber assembly on the trencher.
before operating the trencher. Contacting a utility line with the
trencher could cause electrocution resulting in death. Call all
utility companies and have them plot out all their lines first. If
you damage a utility line, shut off the equipment at once and
contact the affected utility immediately.
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