Ditch Witch Cx Series User Manual

Cx Series Operator’s Manual Drill - 63
Operate
• at least 3’ (1m) behind drill bit
• hook side toward bore
• cradle side toward machine
3. When drill string guide is in correct position, signal machine operator to start bore.
4. Use drill string guide to control the first 5’ (1.5m) of the bore path.
5. When 5’ (1.5m) of rod is in the ground, signal machine operator to stop rotation of drilling
attachment.
6. When drill string has stopped, remove drill string guide and leave area.
Add Rod
If more length is needed, ask a Helper to add a rod section.
Disconnect Drill String from Drilling Attachment
1. Stop rotation of drilling attachment.
2. Operate ground drive controls to move machine in reverse 6” (15cm) to loosen drill string in ground.
3. Disconnect drill string from drilling attachment. Special tool (p/n 351-272) may be used. See
“Disassemble Drill String” on page 68.
4. Move machine in reverse 10’ (3.05m), about the length of a rod section.
Rotating shaft. Crushing will cause death or serious
injury. Stay away.
To help avoid injury: Only access drilling attachment once rotation has
fully stopped.

Ditch Witch Cx Series Specifications

General

Brand	Ditch Witch
Model	Cx Series
Category	Farm Equipment
Language	English