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Section 2: Operating Instructions
3/17/08
DT55 & DTM55 Powered Ditchers 324-053M
Land Pride
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If your unit has an optional depth controlling skid shoe
and if you have not already set it to the desired depth,
you should set the tractor’s park brake, shut tractor
engine off, remove switch key and then make that
setting.
You are now ready to begin operation. Make sure the unit
is lifted just barely off of the ground, raise the tractor
engine rpm slightly above idle and engage the PTO. The
best ditching performance is usually achieved at forward
speeds of approximately 3 to 5 mph, so make the proper
gear selection and then raise engine rpm to full PTO
speed. Begin forward motion while gently lowering the
Powered Ditcher into working position. You will
immediately begin to see a generous stream of dirt being
rapidly ejected off to the left side.
If you are not using a deflector shield, the dirt will usually
be ejected outward and will spread evenly over the
ground 20’ to 50’ out. If you are using a deflector shield to
form a burm or terrace, now is the time to make sure your
chute is correctly adjusted to achieve the desired results.
After you have traveled approximately 50’, it is a good
idea to lift the Powered Ditcher out of working position or
soil contact, safely shut your equipment down, and go
back to inspect the results. Then make required
adjustments before continuing on.
If your ground conditions are extremely hard, you may
find it necessary to employ an optional ripper
attachment. If your ground conditions are too wet, you
shouldn’t run at all until drier conditions prevail.
Remember to look back often. With a little practice you
will gain the required experience you need to help you
achieve the desired results you expect from your
Land Pride 55 Series Powered Ditcher.
When you are done ditching, need to take a break, or just
need to make a few adjustments to the Powered Ditcher,
always remember to do the following:
• Raise the Powered Ditcher up and out of soil contact
• Reduce the tractor’s engine rpm
• Disengage the PTO
• Stop on level ground
• Set the park brake
• Turn off the engine
• Remove the key
See “Features and Benefits” section or “Product
Specifications” for additional information and
performance enhancing options.