Ditch Witch 1030 User Manual

1030/1230 - SAFETY 17
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
1030/1230 - SAFETY 17
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures
and check that all safety precautions have been taken.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position
or push remote engine stop button.
Electric Strike Description
When working near electric cables, remember the following:
• Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least
resistance.
• Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all
equipment.
• Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of
work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than
440 volts.
Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike
include:
• power outage
•smoke
•explosion
• popping noises
• arcing electricity
If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures
and check that all safety precautions have been taken.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position
or push remote engine stop button.
Electric Strike Description
When working near electric cables, remember the following:
• Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least
resistance.
• Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all
equipment.
• Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of
work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than
440 volts.
Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike
include:
• power outage
•smoke
• explosion
• popping noises
• arcing electricity
If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.

Ditch Witch 1030 Specifications

General

Fuel	Diesel
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Digging Depth	48 in (121.9 cm)
Trenching Width	6 inches
Drive System	4WD