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Operator's Manual - Ditch Witch

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Conduct a Bore - 86<br />

Assemble Backream String<br />

JT5 Operator’s <strong>Manual</strong><br />

Assemble Backream String<br />

Sometimes it is necessary to enlarge the pilot hole to accommodate larger product. As a general rule, the<br />

final hole should be 1.5 times larger than the diameter of the product being installed. The number of<br />

passes needed depends on soil conditions. Do not try to increase hole size too much in one pass. Several<br />

passes using successively larger reamers will save wear on machine.<br />

Moving tools will kill or injure. Shut off drill string power when anyone can<br />

be struck by moving or thrown tools. Never use pipe wrenches on drill string.<br />

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use<br />

correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety<br />

equipment.<br />

NOTICE: Continue to use strike system during backreaming.<br />

Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.<br />

NOTICE:<br />

• Maintain two-way communication with tracker operator.<br />

• Begin backream only when tracker operator has communicated that everyone is clear of the<br />

exposed backream string or has disabled thrust and rotation hydraulics using tracker control.<br />

• Do not allow anyone to stand to the side of the exposed drill string. Drill string and backreamer can<br />

move sideways suddenly if rotated while away from the exit hole.<br />

CMW

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