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Ditch Witch C16 Series - Install Drill String

Ditch Witch C16 Series
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C16x/C24x/C30x Operator’s Manual Drill - 59
Set up
Install Drill String
1. Assemble at least 20’ (6 m), but not more than 30’ (9 m), of rod sections.
2. Install drill bit at the cutting end of the drill string.
3. Put drill string in approach trench and align with intended bore path.
4. Start engine and set to low throttle. See “Start” on page 40.
5. Lower boom in parallel position to ground.
6. Move machine toward approach trench.
7. Shut down engine. See “Shut Down” on page 43.
NOTICE: Incorrect installation can cause rod sections to bend.
Have more than half of drill string length inside trench.
If necessary, remove rod sections or increase length of trench.

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