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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont’d...
1. With the engine running and at an idle and the depth
control in the “ 0 “ depth position, apply downward pres-
sure on the handlebar raising the digging chain.
4. Using an intermittent pulling action, pull the trencher
toward you 4 to 6 inches then relax your pull, allowing
the trencher to again reach the chosen depth. Fig. 4
5. Repeat this action until you have finished the job. The
wheel lock will aid you in this operation by helping to
hold the trencher in position until the next motion is
started.
WARNING
Be sure the digging chain is not turning when
the engine is at an idle.
Be sure the engine is off or at an idle before
moving the trencher at the job site.
2. Lift the depth control handle and slowly move the
lever forward into the desired depth notch. Fig. 2
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3. Apply downward pressure to the handlebar so the
digging chain is not in contact with the ground. Increase
the engine speed and hold on to the handlebar with both
hands. Slowly relieve the downward pressure on the
handlebar allowing the digging chain to penetrate the
soil until the chosen depth is reached. Fig. 3
NOTE: This is a general description on how to trench.
Soil conditions and operator experience will dictate ac-
tual trenching action and speed.
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