XT855 Operator's Manual - Ditch Witch

XT855 Operator’s Manual Drive - 49SteerSteerNOTICE: When driving unit more than a few feet (meters), pivot seat so that operator is facing lift arms.If operator is facing excavator, operation of track drive controls is reversed.To steer while moving forward, push left joystick forward and then move to left or right. Unit will graduallyturn to left or right.To steer while moving backward, pull left joystick back and then move to left or right. Unit will graduallyturn to left or right.For tight steering in low speed, move left joystick to center position and then to left or right side. Trackswill counter-rotate and turn unit in a tight circle.Shut Down1. Move all controls to neutral position.2. Ensure lift arms are lowered to ground and ensure excavator is in the stow position. See “Stowing theExcavator” on page 47.3. Run engine at low idle for three minutes to cool.4. Turn ignition switch to STOP.5. Remove key.NOTICE: Unit should not be parked on a slope unless chocked or blocked.CMW