D7x11 Series II Navigator Directional Drill Operation 50-5
Flushing Bentonite/Polymers from Drilling Fluid System
If bentonite or polymers were added to drilling fluid, flush system with fresh water before stowing equipment.
NOTE: If freezing weather is expected, remove all water from drill unit and add RV-type antifreeze.
Machine - Wash
Before loading machine onto transport vehicle, wash drill unit off with clean water to remove accumulated
polymers and dirt.
TRAILERING THE MACHINE
Loading/Unloading
Before transporting machine on a trailer, read trailer manual for safety precautions and information. Ensure
trailer bed and ramps are free of debris that will interfere with the loading process.
Ensure gross weight of the machine is within gross weight limits of the trailer and towing vehicle. Load and
unload machine with the trailer on a level surface and attached to towing vehicle.
Step 1: Close and secure rod box cover.
WARNING: Machine may slide down loading ramps or off trailer deck. Serious
injury or death can result if struck or crushed by machine. Do not load onto slick
trailer surface.
WARNING: Do not load or unload machine if trailer surfaces are slick from ice or snow. Machine may
slide down loading ramps or off trailer deck. Serious injury or death can result if struck or crushed by
machine.