This will allow the adjustable skid shoe to control the depth of cut. To get a deeper ditch,
raise the skid shoe by means of the adjusting crank at the rear of the chain housing up
to 15” deep. To get a more shallow ditch, lower the skid shoe by means of the adjusting
crank.
6.
The cutting diameter may be adjusted by moving the location of the blades on the
cutter drum. Location in the inside set of holes will give a 17” diameter cut. Locating
the blades in the outside holes will give a 19” diameter cut. Be sure all blades are in the
same set of holes and all bolts are tightened securely.
7.
Lift the ditcher from the ground and raise the parking stands securing them with the
pins provided.
8.
Raise and lower the ditcher slowly to check engagement of the drive shaft. Make sure
your three-point hitch and drawbar are correctly positioned so neither interferes with
the driveline.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR PTO DITCHER THOROUGHLY READ AND
UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
9.
The ditcher should be lowered to just above the ground and the PTO engaged. The
PTO should not be engaged with the blades resting on the ground. This sudden shock
could result in broken shear bolts, chain, or driveline. After the cutter head has started
rotating, set the engine speed for 540 or 1000 RPM PTO speed. Start the forward
motion of the tractor and lower the ditcher into the ground. Forward speed and depth
of cut should be matched to soil conditions.
When backing or turning, the ditcher should be raised to clear the ground. The ditcher
should never be raised to maximum height with the PTO engaged.
DISENGAGE THE PTO AND STOP BLADE ROTATION IF BYSTANDERS
COME WITHIN SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET.
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