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Operator's instructions
6. Before drilling
Setup for drilling - General principles
General setup
Align the rig as horizontally as possible using the jacks.
Place the feed spike firmly against the ground without lifting the frame off the ground.
NOTE: Position the boom and feeder with smooth movements.
Uphill setup
Left: Correct position for drilling uphill. Right: Wrong position.
Downhill setup
NOTE: Notice! If the inclination is >10° then the winch should be used!
Set up the drill rig as close to the horizontal as possible.
Left: Correct position for drilling downhill Right: Wrong position.