RT45 Operator’s Manual Drill - 117
Operate
Add Rod
If more length is needed, ask a helper to add a rod section.
Disconnect Drill String from Drilling Attachment
1. Operate controls to stop rotation of drilling attachment.
2. To loosen drill string in ground, operate ground drive controls to move machine rearward 6” (15 cm).
3. Shut down engine.
4. Disconnect drill string from drilling attachment with applicable special tool (p/n 351-272). See
“Disassemble Drill String” on page 122.
5. Start engine.
6. Operate ground drive controls to move unit rearward, slightly more than length of rod section.
Add Rod Section
1. Shut down engine.
2. Have helper connect new rod section to drilling attachment.
3. Start engine and set to low throttle.
4. Slowly move machine forward until new rod section and drill string are about 1’ (30 cm) apart.
5. Have helper lightly hold new rod section and drill string so that they are aligned.
6. Rotate drilling attachment to align slip latches of new rod section and drill string.
7. Move unit forward slowly. As soon as new rod section engages drill string, have helper move hands
clear.
8. Slightly move forward until the slip latch connection is correctly latched.
Rotating shaft will cause death or serious injury. Stay
away.
To help avoid injury: Only access drilling attachment with hands when
engine is shut down.
Pinch point. Crushing will cause serious injury.
To help avoid injury:
• Keep hands at least 6” (15 cm) from ends of rod section and drill string.
• Support rods from underneath with open palms. Do not grip rods.
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