OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING TECHNIQUES
SKID STEER TRENCHERS
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Locate the trencher on the mount with the side shift mechanism (as
explained earlier in this section) where it will be most efficient and easy to
use.
Mark off the area to be trenched out. This can be done with pow-
dered lime, chalk, or a guide string and stakes. Block off the area from all
bystanders if possible.
STARTING THE TRENCH
Position the skid steer with the trencher boom directly over the center
of the trench layout. It will take about 4' of trenching before the trencher
will be able to operate at the desired level, so plan for this and position the
trencher about 4' behind where you want the actual trench to start.
NOTE: The skid steer is driven in
reverse when trenching. You cannot
trench driving the skid steer forward.
Raise the trencher with the skid steer loader arms and tilt the trencher
at a 45° angle. (See Figure #6) Position the unit so that the digging teeth
are just above ground level.
Set the skid steer throttle at half speed. Start the digging chain by
engaging the skid steer auxiliary hydraulic system.
FIGURE #6
RAISE
TOOLBAR
LOADER ARM
TRENCHER
SKID STEER
TILT DOWN 45°
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