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TRAVELING AND EARTH MOVING OPERATIONS CONTINUED
9. Lean the front tires toward the heel.
Figure 45. Leaning Wheels.
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10. Place the grader in forward motion and apply as much down pressure to the toe of the blade as the grader will
handle - cut depth should not exceed 4-6 in. (100-150 mm).
C AU T I O N
Attempting to cut more than 4-6 in. (100-150 mm) will result in the grader stalling or pulling
to one side. Lift the toe in the event that either should happen. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
STEER OUT OF THE PULL.
11. If the desired depth was not achieved, reposition the grader to the starting point and make additional ditching
cuts until the desired depth is achieved.
Figure 46. Reposition Grader.
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