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the chain and lower it fully. Start the chain again
and resume operation.
4.
Once the trencher boom is in the ground at a 45°
to 60° angle, slowly move the machine rearward
to extend the trench.
Note:
If you move too fast, the trencher will stall.
If it stalls, raise it slightly, slowly drive forward, or
reverse the chain direction momentarily.
5.
When finished, raise the boom out of the trench,
then stop the trencher.
Moving a Non-Functioning
Machine
Important:
Do not tow or pull the machine
without first opening the tow valves, or you will
damage the hydraulic system.
1.
Engage the parking brake and lower the
hydraulic lift.
2.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3.
Remove the bottom shield.
4.
Using a wrench, turn the tow valves on the
hydraulic pumps twice counter-clockwise
17).
Figure 17
1. Tow valves
5.
Install the bottom shield and tow the machine
as required.
6.
After repairing the machine, close the tow valves
before operating it.
Securing the Machine for
Transport
Important:
on roadways. Use care when loading or unloading
the machine into a trailer or truck.
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, engage
the parking brake (if applicable), and lower the
hydraulic lift.
2.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3.
Secure the machine to a trailer with chains or
straps using the tie-down/lift loops at the front
and rear of the machine
19). Refer to your local ordinances for trailer and
tie-down requirements.
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1. Front tie-down loop
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1. Rear tie-down loops
Lifting the Machine
You can lift the machine using the tie-down/lift loops
as lift points
19
Do not operate or drive the machine
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