Ditch Witch 410SX, Support

Page 1: ...near articulation joint Date of manufacture Date of purchase Serial number Engine serial number Trenching attachment serial number SUPPORT SERIAL NUMBER Record the serial number and date of purchase in spaces provided Serial number is located on rear section near articulation joint Date of manufacture Date of purchase Serial number Engine serial number Trenching attachment serial number ...

Page 2: ...nd repair of your equipment Ditch Witch Training For information about on site individualized training contact your Ditch Witch dealer SUPPORT PROCEDURE Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment Always give model serial number and approximate date of equipment purchase This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase Re...

Page 3: ...ng knowledge of applicable standards regulations equipment design functionality requirements and any required specialized testing INTENDED USE This unit is designed for operation in temperatures typically experienced in excavation and construction work environments Provisions may be required to operate in extreme temperatures Contact your Ditch Witch dealer Use in any other way is considered contr...

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Page 5: ...information on Ditch Witch equipment see your Ditch Witch dealer Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment FOREWORD This manual is an important part of your equipment It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch equipment Read this manual before using your equipment Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference If...

Page 6: ...e Underground The Underground Authority Worldwide and Zahn are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works Inc Operator s Manual 410sx Tier 4i Issue No 1 3 OP 07 09 Part Number 053 1363 Copyright 2009 by The Charles Machine Works Inc Perry Oklahoma Ditch Witch CMW AutoCrowd Jet Trac Roto Witch Subsite Fluid Miser Power Pipe Super Witch Pierce Airrow The Underground The Underground Authority...

Page 7: ...cessories 28 Underground Hazards 28 Emergency Procedures 29 Jobsite Classification 32 Safety Alert Classifications 36 CONTENTS SUPPORT 1 Serial Number 1 Support Procedure 2 Resources 2 Intended Use 3 Equipment Modification 3 FOREWORD 5 OVERVIEW 11 Plow 12 Trenching Attachment 13 Drilling Attachment 14 CONTROLS 15 Control Console Overview 15 Control Console Descriptions 16 Frame Overview 23 Frame C...

Page 8: ...ft 53 Tiedown 54 Load 55 Haul 56 Unload 57 Tow 58 TRENCHING ATTACHMENT 61 Setup 61 Operation 63 Optional Equipment 67 TRACTOR 41 Daily Inspection 41 Start Up 42 Shutdown 44 Drive 45 Plow 47 Optional Equipment 52 TRANSPORTATION 53 Lift 53 Tiedown 54 Load 55 Haul 56 Unload 57 Tow 58 TRENCHING ATTACHMENT 61 Setup 61 Operation 63 Optional Equipment 67 ...

Page 9: ...ECIFICATIONS 121 410sx Standard Unit 121 H400 Trencher 126 Front Mounted Reel Carrier 126 Roto Witch 127 WARRANTY 129 DRILLING ATTACHMENT 69 Prepare Jobsite 69 Setup 70 Operation 74 Joint Disassembly 76 Backream 77 Optional Equipment 78 SERVICE 79 10 Hour Service 83 50 Hour service 90 250 Hour Service 95 500 Hour Service 96 1000 Hour Service 101 2000 Hour Service 103 As Needed Service 105 SPECIFIC...

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Page 11: ...sole 5 Frame lock 2 Vibrator 6 Articulation joint 3 Feed tube 7 Drilling attachment 4 Plow blade 8 Trencher attachment OVERVIEW The 410sx is an articulating hydrostatic four wheel drive pedestrian vibratory plow designed to bury cable or pipe in a variety of soils An optional trenching attachment drilling attachment and reel carrier are available The 410sx is powered by a liquid cooled 45 hp 33 4 ...

Page 12: ...12 410sx OVERVIEW 12 410sx OVERVIEW PLOW 1 Feed tube 2 Vibrator 3 Sod cutter 4 Plow blade 1 2 3 4 t02om003a eps PLOW 1 Feed tube 2 Vibrator 3 Sod cutter 4 Plow blade 1 2 3 4 t02om003a eps ...

Page 13: ...MENT 410sx OVERVIEW 13 TRENCHING ATTACHMENT TRENCHING ATTACHMENT 1 Digging chain 2 Restraint bar 3 Serial number 4 Boom 1 2 3 4 2om004a eps TRENCHING ATTACHMENT 1 Digging chain 2 Restraint bar 3 Serial number 4 Boom 1 2 3 4 2om004a eps ...

Page 14: ...10sx OVERVIEW DRILLING ATTACHMENT 14 410sx OVERVIEW DRILLING ATTACHMENT DRILLING ATTACHMENT 1 Coupler 2 Zerk 3 U joint 1 2 3 t02om005a eps DRILLING ATTACHMENT 1 Coupler 2 Zerk 3 U joint 1 2 3 t02om005a eps ...

Page 15: ...eter 10 Throttle 11 Coolant temperature gauge 12 Plow lift 13 Trenching lift 14 Vibrator control 15 Roto Witch control 16 Digging chain control CONTROLS CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW 1 Start assist switch 2 Engine oil pressure indicator 3 Hydraulic oil temperature indicator 4 Ignition switch 5 Audio Alarm 6 Speed direction control 7 Operator presence switch 8 Hourmeter 9 Voltmeter 10 Throttle 11 Coolan...

Page 16: ...anifold NOTICE Do not use ether or any other type of aerosol starting fluid with this Deutz engine Serious injury and equipment damage could result CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS Start Assist Switch This switch activates glow plugs for easier starting Starting above 32 F 0 C Set throttle at high idle Turn ignition switch to the on position Hold in the start assist button for 6 10 seconds then releas...

Page 17: ...ing operation check the following Hydraulic fluid level should be full Hydraulic fluid cooler should be clear of debris c00ic014a eps c00ic015a eps Engine Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator lights when engine oil pressure is too low Light will come on briefly when engine is started If light comes on when engine is running Turn engine off Check oil level Check for leaks before starting engine Hy...

Page 18: ...ition and engage parking brake To turn move control to left or right while it is in forward neutral or reverse position c00ic017a eps c00ic002a eps Hourmeter This gauge shows machine operating time Use to schedule service Speed Direction Control orange This lever controls unit speed and direction Push toward F to move forward Pull toward R to move in reverse To go faster in either direction move c...

Page 19: ...nt temperature Operating temperature should read 186 216 F 86 102 C IMPORTANT Do not operate when engine is overheating c00ic018a eps c00ic016a eps Operator Presence Switch inside handle This switch prevents machine from running when digging or driving unless operator activates the switch by pressing down the handle Note Audio alarm will sound when control is out of neutral EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Rele...

Page 20: ...her or any other type of aerosol starting fluid with this Deutz engine Serious injury and equipment damage could result c00ic009a eps c00ic012a eps Throttle black This lever adjusts engine speed Push to increase engine speed Pull to decrease engine speed Ignition Switch This switch is used with start assist switch to start engine To start Starting above 32 F 0 C Set throttle at high idle Turn igni...

Page 21: ...yellow This lever controls plow vibrator Push to start vibrator Move to neutral position to stop vibrator c00ic001a eps c00ic004a eps c00ic006a eps Plow Lift green This lever raises or lowers plow Push to lower plow Pull to raise plow Trencher Lift green This lever raises or lowers trencher boom Can be used only when engine is running Push to lower boom Pull to raise boom Vibrator Control yellow T...

Page 22: ... information Push to start digging chain Pull to reverse digging chain Return to neutral position to stop digging chain c00ic007a eps c00ic003a eps Roto Witch Control black This lever controls optional drilling attachment See DRILLING ATTACHMENT or Roto Witch Operator s Manual for additional information Push to rotate clockwise Pull to rotate counterclockwise Digging Chain Control yellow This leve...

Page 23: ...AME OVERVIEW 410sx CONTROLS 23 FRAME OVERVIEW FRAME OVERVIEW 1 Parking brake 2 Fuel level indicator 3 Plow swing release 4 Frame lock FRAME OVERVIEW 1 Parking brake 2 Fuel level indicator 3 Plow swing release 4 Frame lock ...

Page 24: ...r engages parking brake Push down to engage Pull up to disengage Fuel Gauge This gauge shows fuel level Refill as necessary with No 2 diesel fuel FRAME CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Parking Brake orange This lever engages parking brake Push down to engage Pull up to disengage Fuel Gauge This gauge shows fuel level Refill as necessary with No 2 diesel fuel ...

Page 25: ...Move yellow lock into gate Use speed direction control to pivot unit at articulation joint until lock is fully engaged Plow Swing Lock blue This lever controls plow swing lock Move toward plow to disengage lock Move toward front to engage lock Frame Lock yellow This device prevents articulation joint from moving during transport or maintenance Move yellow lock into gate Use speed direction control...

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Page 27: ...efully read and follow all instructions YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE Read this entire section before using your equipment SAFETY Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment Complete proper training and read operator s manual before using equipment Contact your local One Call 811 in USA or the One Call referral number 888 258 0808 in USA and Canada to have underground utilities locate...

Page 28: ...ables Natural gas lines Fiber optic cables Water lines Sewer lines Pipes carrying other chemicals liquids or gases Storage tanks ACCESSORIES Fire Extinguisher A fire extinguisher should be kept on or near the unit but away from possible points of ignition The fire extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric fires It should meet legal and regulatory requirements UNDERGROUND H...

Page 29: ...rikes include Power outage Smoke Explosion Popping noises Arcing electricity If any of these occur assume an electric strike has occurred EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Before operating any equipment review emergency procedures and check that all safety precautions have been taken EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP Electric Strikes When working near electric...

Page 30: ... street stop traffic from driving near jobsite Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency personnel and utility company If an Electric Line is Damaged If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are near pedestrian unit DO NOT MOVE and do not touch unit Take the following actions The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation Warn people nearby that an...

Page 31: ... is available attempt to extinguish fire If fire cannot be extinguished leave area as quickly as possible and contact emergency personnel If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable Vision damage can occur If Machine Catches on Fire Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the following actions The order and degree of action will depen...

Page 32: ...pment operator sweep area within 20 6 m to each side of trench path Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions Classify jobsite JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment Inspecting Jobsite Follow U S Department of Labor regulations on excavating and trenching Part 1926 Subpa...

Page 33: ...oncrete which is capable of producing crystalline silica quartz dust crystalline silica quartz dust within 10 3 m of any other hazard other Selecting a Classification Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present NOTICE If you have any doubt about jobsite classification or if jobsite might contain unmarked hazards take steps outlined previously to identify hazards and classify j...

Page 34: ...igging or soft excavation Have service shut down while work is in progress Have utility company test pipes before returning them to service Applying Precautions Once classified precautions appropriate for jobsite must be taken Electric Jobsite Precautions Use one or both of these methods on electric jobsites Expose hazard cable by careful hand digging or soft excavation Have service shut down whil...

Page 35: ... to crystalline silica when trenching sawing or drilling through material that might produce dust containing crystalline silica quartz dust Other Jobsite Precautions You can use a variety of methods to safely dig around other underground hazards Talk with those responsible for hazards to determine which precautions should be taken or if digging should be attempted Crystalline Silica Quartz Dust Fo...

Page 36: ...meone s property It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS You will see the following safety symbols indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result i...

Page 37: ... away from overhead electric lines Deadly gases Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death Provide ventilation SAFETY ALERTS Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg Stay away NOTICES Machine might lunge when digging starts Allow 3 1 m between digging teeth and obstacle Keep everyone at least 6 2 m from machine and attachments Electrical shock Contacting electri...

Page 38: ...obsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly Fluid or air pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death Stay away NOTICES Before disconnecting lines turn off engine and operate controls to relieve system p...

Page 39: ...nction could cause death or serious injury If control does not work as described in instructions stop machine and have it serviced Rollover possible If machine rolls you could be killed or crushed Runaway possible Machine could run over you or others Learn how to use all controls Start and operate only from operator s position Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedur...

Page 40: ...ing objects thrown by machine may strike people Wear hard hat and safety glasses Hot parts may cause burns Do not touch until cool Looking into fiber optic cable could result in permanent vision damage Do not look into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable Explosion possible Serious injury or equipment damage could occur Remove internal batteries before using external power source Exposure to ...

Page 41: ...igns guards and shields are in place and readable Service machine according to schedules in SERVICE and in engine manufacturer s guide TRACTOR DAILY INSPECTION For safe and efficient use of your machine do the following before each day s work Check general appearance of unit and attachments Look for loose worn or damaged parts and fluid leaks Check engine oil plow vibrator oil hydraulic fluid and ...

Page 42: ...ary safety and personal protective equipment required by job Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing that can catch on controls STARTUP Deadly gases Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death Provide ventilation Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly NOTICE Read engine manufacturer s starting and operating instruction...

Page 43: ... Do not use ether or any other aerosol starting fluid with this Deutz engine Serious injury and equipment damage could result 1 Engage parking brake 2 Starting above 32 F 0 C Turn ignition switch to the on position Set throttle at high idle Hold in the start assist button for 6 10 seconds then release Turn ignition switch all the way to the start position Slowly move throttle to low idle 3 Startin...

Page 44: ...rn ignition switch to STOP and remove key EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP SHUTDOWN Improper control function could cause death or serious injury If control does not work as described in instructions stop machine and have it serviced 1 Return all controls to neutral or disengaged position 2 Engage parking brake 3 Lower attachments to ground 4 Bri...

Page 45: ...d straight or in direction of intended movement 5 Move throttle control to half throttle position 6 Disengage parking brake DRIVE Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly NOTICE Drive slowly and cautiously at all times Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safet...

Page 46: ...ol to neutral and engage parking brake EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP 7 Press and hold operator presence switch 8 Move speed direction control to forward or reverse position 9 Adjust throttle control for desired ground speed 10 To turn move speed direction control Push to turn right Pull to turn left 11 To stop move speed direction control to n...

Page 47: ...when plow is out of the ground This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid wear and possible damage to the unit PLOW Setup Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment NOTICE Cutting drilling or working materials such as concrete sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust Use...

Page 48: ...on control to neutral position 3 Engage parking brake 4 Pull plow control to lower plow to just above ground 5 Stop engine Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away NOTICE Swinging plow or raised attachments can cause rollover on slopes Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised C...

Page 49: ...ure Damage can result from improper operation incorrect blade choice striking underground obstructions or other conditions 6 Attach material being pulled or fed Pull Insert material into pulling grip Tape grip with duct tape Feed Remove cable guide Feed cable through tube from top to bottom Replace cable guide and tighten fasteners Secure cable IMPORTANT Periodically check cable for damage Run con...

Page 50: ...operator on uphill side of unit Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy grass cover or surface clutter Operation Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment NOTICE Cutting drilling or working materials such as concrete sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust Use ...

Page 51: ...when plow is out of the ground This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid wear and possible damage to the unit EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP 1 Ensure that vibrator control is in neutral position 2 Start engine 3 Disengage parking brake 4 Move speed direction control forward to begin moving 5 Pull plow control to lower plow blade as...

Page 52: ...arriers are designed to fit your Ditch Witch equipment and speed cable installation Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information 13 Raise plow Reduce engine speed while raising plow blade Leave plow vibrator engaged until plow blade is almost at ground level then move vibrator control to neutral and continue raising plow In sticky soils or when installing delicate cable it may be necessary...

Page 53: ...age parking brake frame lock and plow swing lock before lifting Lift tractor by attaching slings to wheels and to a common member TRANSPORTATION LIFT Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away Procedure Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting the equipment s size and weight Engage parking brake frame lock and p...

Page 54: ...ttach tiedowns at front D rings and rear cut outs Ensure tiedown chains and load binders are tight before transporting t02om039h eps TIEDOWN Points Tiedown points are identified by tiedown decals Securing tractor and attachments to trailer at any other points is unsafe and can cause damage Procedure Engage frame lock and plow swing lock Attach tiedowns at front D rings and rear cut outs Ensure tie...

Page 55: ...dle position 18 Turn ignition switch to STOP and remove key 19 Securely fasten unit to trailer deck using chains and load binders LOAD 1 Engage parking brake 2 Place all attachment controls in neutral position 3 Engage plow swing lock 4 Place speed direction control in neutral position 5 Move throttle control to midpoint 6 Start machine See TRACTOR for proper start up procedure EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN ...

Page 56: ...g Keep attachments low when operating on slopes Keep all attachments lowered to trailer deck and secured at tiedowns when hauling HAUL Tractor with attachments can be hauled by trailer Before hauling check the following Check that loading ramps and trailer will support weight See SPECIFICATIONS Check that adequate chains and load binders are available Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious i...

Page 57: ...on control to slowly drive tractor off trailer EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP UNLOAD 1 Remove chains and load binders 2 Start machine See TRACTOR for proper start up procedures 3 Raise attachments away from trailer deck keeping them as low as possible 4 Disengage frame lock 5 Move throttle control to midpoint 6 Disengage parking brake 7 Use spe...

Page 58: ...3 km h Tractor should not be towed more than 200 yds 183 m Do not tow tractor on slopes Tractor cannot be steered as it is towed TOW Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly NOTICE If tractor becomes disabled and must be moved without its own power bypass ground drive pump or hydraulic system will be damaged Towing speed should not excee...

Page 59: ...ge parking brake 5 Move speed direction control in direction of travel 6 After towing turn tow valve 1 4 turn back to vertical 2 To tow 1 Check that all controls are in neutral position 2 Locate tow valve on front of hydraulic pump behind battery 3 Turn tow valve 1 4 turn so that flat sides are horizontal 1 4 Disengage parking brake 5 Move speed direction control in direction of travel 6 After tow...

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Page 61: ... ballast counterweights or attachments can be used Talk to your Ditch Witch dealer about the correct counterweighting for your equipment TRENCHING ATTACHMENT SETUP Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment NOTICE Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to ...

Page 62: ...n operating on slopes Drive cautiously at all times EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP 1 Move unit to starting point of trench 2 Move speed direction control to neutral position 3 Engage parking brake 4 Adjust throttle control to half throttle position 5 Push boom lift control until boom and chain are 1 25 mm above ground surface Jobsite hazards co...

Page 63: ...on Expose lines by hand before digging Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly OPERATION Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment NOTICE Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust U...

Page 64: ...s drains and cables When cutting across asphalt roads start trench in soil at edge of road and dig with shortest possible boom at full depth Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people Wear hard hat and safety glasses Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury Stay away NOTICES Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling Notify companies that do ...

Page 65: ...ICE Trenching is always done with tractor moving in reverse EMERGENCY STOP Release operator presence switch and turn ignition switch to STOP 1 Engage parking brake 2 Lower digging boom to just above ground surface 3 Push digging chain control to start digging chain rotation DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE 4 Increase engine speed to full throttle 5 Slowly lower digging boom to digging depth 6 Disengage par...

Page 66: ...face 15 Engage parking brake 16 Idle engine a few moments to stabilize temperature 17 Stop engine See TRACTOR for proper shutdown procedures 8 When trench is finished move speed direction control to neutral position 9 Adjust throttle control to half throttle position 10 Pull boom lift control to raise boom to top of trench 11 Pull digging chain control to stop digging chain rotation 12 Pull boom l...

Page 67: ...ety of chains teeth and tooth patterns are available to provide efficient digging at any jobsite For more information contact your Ditch Witch dealer OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Chain A variety of chains teeth and tooth patterns are available to provide efficient digging at any jobsite For more information contact your Ditch Witch dealer ...

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Page 69: ...nce NOTICE For every 1 25 mm of bit diameter you need 1 5 5 m of cover depth above the bore If cover depth is too shallow surface soil will mound DRILLING ATTACHMENT PREPARE JOBSITE 1 Dig a starting trench A about two drill stem lengths from the obstruction and ending as close to the obstruction as possible This trench should be as deep as the desired drilling depth 2 Dig a second trench B on the ...

Page 70: ...eath or serious injury Know location of lines and stay away NOTICE Do not drill within 10 3 m of unexposed electric cables or gas pipes SETUP Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly NOTICE Do not alter controls Do not tape or tie down switch or lever Improper control function can cause serious injury If releasing control does not stop t...

Page 71: ...from material being installed To align drill rod when starting a bore use a guide Guides are available from your Ditch Witch dealership Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg Stay away NOTICE Keep everybody at least 10 3 m away from turning drill string unless using drill string guide Do not straddle trench or drill string while drilling If swivel malfunctions material being installed can...

Page 72: ... yoke Moving parts could cut off hand or foot Stay away NOTICE Keep hands and fingers away from pinch points while connecting drill rod 1 Connect one or two lengths of drill rod aligned in drill string guide and install drill bit IMPORTANT To reduce the likelihood of bending no more than 20 6 m of drill string should be out of the trench 2 Position tractor with drilling attachment in line with tre...

Page 73: ...3 m away from drill rod during operation unless using drill string guide Do not straddle trench or drill rod while drilling om0342c eps Using Drill String Guide Have a helper use drill string guide to align drill string as it enters the soil When using drill string guide follow these guidelines Use only approved Ditch Witch drill string guide p n 179 737 Stand only on the left side of the approach...

Page 74: ... bending of drill rod IMPORTANT To align rod or pipe when starting a bore use a guide Guides are available from your Ditch Witch dealership OPERATION Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg Stay away Improper control function could cause death or serious injury If control does not work as described in instructions stop machine and have it serviced NOTICE Control must return to neutral and ...

Page 75: ...ghtens If drill string hits an obstruction engage reverse rotation EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Release all controls and turn ignition switch to STOP NOTICE Drill string may rise slightly during bore Depending on slope of terrain use hand held drill string guide to start the bit at slight downward or slight upward angle to compensate The hand held drill string guide must be removed after 5 1 5 m of drill ro...

Page 76: ...ttachment JOINT DISASSEMBLY To separate slip latch couplers use special tool to press tab through hole in joint and then pull stems apart Add Rod 1 Use control to stop drilling attachment rotation 2 Use ground drive controls to back up unit 6 150 mm to loosen drill rod in ground 3 Disconnect drill rod in ground 4 Use ground drive controls to move unit away from bore 5 Add one drill rod to continue...

Page 77: ...mediately IMPORTANT During backreaming keep drill string straight Sharp bends in the drill rod at the motor coupling can cause rod failure BACKREAM Backreaming enlarges the completed bore IMPORTANT Do not try to increase bore size too much at one time Several passes using successively larger reamers will save wear on machine 1 Turn tractor ignition switch to STOP and ensure all rotation is stopped...

Page 78: ...amers Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and types to match jobsite needs Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Drill Rod Bent or damaged drill rod might break when being used Replacement drill rod and connectors are available through your Ditch Witch dealer Bits and Backreamers Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and typ...

Page 79: ... meeting ASTM D6210 or D4985 low silicate Check level of fluid or lubricant Check condition Filter Change replace adjust service or test SERVICE Recommended Lubricants Service Key Item Description DEO Diesel engine oil meeting or exceeding DQC II 05 API CI 4 ACEA E5 or Global DHD 1 API American Petroleum Institute ACEA European Automobile Manufacturer s Association JAMA Japanese Automobile Manufac...

Page 80: ...coolants to maintain warranty Engine Oil Temperature Chart Select oil based on ambient temperature range expected before next oil change Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure Service intervals listed are for minimum requirements In extreme conditions service machine more frequently Use only recommended lubricants Fill to capacities listed in Flui...

Page 81: ...t use lube oil meeting API CJ 4 or other low SAPS equivalent if fuel sulfur content is above 500 ppm 0 05 low sulfur diesel in the U S A Approved Coolant This unit was filled with John Deere Cool Gard coolant before shipment from factory Add only John Deere Cool Gard coolant coolant p n 255 006 or any fully formulated ethylene glycol based low silicate heavy duty diesel engine coolant meeting ASTM...

Page 82: ...ngine area service points are accessible under service hood from right side of machine Hot parts may cause burns Do not touch until cool Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly Improper handling or use of chemicals may result in illness injury or equipment damage Follow instructions on labels and in material safety data sheets MSDS NOTI...

Page 83: ...O Check engine coolant level Check hydraulic fluid level THF Check tire pressure 20 psi 14 bar PLOW Check plow vibrator oil level MPL 10 HOUR SERVICE Task Note TRENCHER Check and adjust digging chain Lube outboard auger bearing MPG TRACTOR Check engine oil level DEO Check engine coolant level Check hydraulic fluid level THF Check tire pressure 20 psi 14 bar PLOW Check plow vibrator oil level MPL ...

Page 84: ... to increase and counterclockwise to decrease chain tension 5 Tighten jam nut 6 Tighten trencher boom clamp bolts to 78 ft lb 106 N m Trencher Check and Adjust Digging Chain Tension If unit is equipped with optional trencher attachment adjust digging chain tension every 10 hours Clearance between chain and boom 4 should be approximately 1 5 2 0 38 51 mm To adjust chain with roller boom 1 Lower boo...

Page 85: ... Lube Outboard Auger Bearing Lube outboard auger bearing every 10 hours with MPG Clean zerk before servicing to prevent contamination To adjust chain with sprocket boom 1 Lower boom to ground and stop engine 2 Engage parking brake 3 Adjust chain tension by tightening or loosening adjustment screw 2 and jam nut 1 Digging chain tension is correct when 1 1 5 25 40 mm of slide and stop is exposed 3 4 ...

Page 86: ...t dipstick 1 under service hood every 10 hours Maintain DEO level at FULL mark on dipstick Oil fill cap 2 is located on top of engine Tractor Check Engine Oil Level Check engine oil at dipstick 1 under service hood every 10 hours Maintain DEO level at FULL mark on dipstick Oil fill cap 2 is located on top of engine ...

Page 87: ...specified coolant See Approved Coolant Do not mix coolant types See Approved Coolant for specific coolant recommendations and details Check Engine Coolant Level Check coolant level every 10 hours with engine cool at plastic overflow tank Maintain coolant level in window If low add approved coolant Clean debris from radiator cooling fins using compressed air or pressurized water Hot pressurized coo...

Page 88: ... occur Follow directions carefully NOTICE Stand clear and keep head and face away from tires when inflating Do not over inflate tires Check Hydraulic Fluid Level Check hydraulic fluid level every 10 hours Maintain fluid level at center of reservoir sight glass on left side of tank Clean dust from reservoir cap before removing to prevent fluid contamination Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure e...

Page 89: ...oil level every 10 hours Maintain MPL level in sight glass when vibrator is lowered to a level position Do not overfill t02om006a eps Plow Check Plow Vibrator Oil Level Check plow vibrator oil level every 10 hours Maintain MPL level in sight glass when vibrator is lowered to a level position Do not overfill t02om006a eps ...

Page 90: ...ial Complete between 50 150 hours 500 hour interval after initial change See 500 Hour Service for details Replace fuel filter initial 50 HOUR SERVICE Tractor Change Engine Oil and Filter intial Change engine oil and filter at 50 hours and then every 500 hours of operation See Recommended Lubricants Service Key Task Note TRACTOR Check hoses Check fan alternator belt Clean battery terminals Check hy...

Page 91: ...elt at midspan Proper tension will result in deflection A of approximately 1 2 13 mm To avoid damage to alternator do not overtighten Check Radiator Hoses Check hoses for leaks abnormal swelling or other signs of deterioration Also check for leaks or corrosion at water pump and fittings Check Fan Alternator Belt Check belt for cracking or other signs of wear Check belt tension by depressing belt a...

Page 92: ...No smoking no flame no spark NOTICE Do not short circuit across battery terminals for any reason Always disconnect ground cable first Clean Battery Terminals Clean battery terminals with wire brush to remove dull glaze and apply MPG to terminals after cleaning to reduce corrosion Check for signs of internal corrosion in cables and tighten any loose connections Fire or explosion possible Fumes coul...

Page 93: ... If you are injured seek immediate medical attention from a doctor familiar with this type of injury Always connect ground cable last Check Hydraulic Hoses Check hydraulic hoses for wear or leaks every 50 hours Replace as needed Fluid or air pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death Stay away NOTICE Escaping pressurized fluid can cause injury or pierce skin and poison Before disconnecti...

Page 94: ...ar or damage Replace yearly or if damaged immediately The Vacuator valve should close when the engine is running for proper operation Replace Fuel Filter initial Change engine fuel filter at 50 hours and then every 500 hours Replace fuel filter more often if refueling with metal containers Spin on type filters should be hand tightened Do not overtighten NOTICE Do not spill fuel on hot engine parts...

Page 95: ...s and fill with fluid as needed IMPORTANT Use permanent marker to write date and hours of filter change on filter for future reference 250 HOUR SERVICE Change Hydraulic Fluid Filters Change hydraulic fluid filters 1 2 every 250 hours Spin on type filters should be hand tightened Do not overtighten Check oil level at hydraulic reservoir sight glass and fill with fluid as needed IMPORTANT Use perman...

Page 96: ...nts MPG Check ground drive transmission oil level MPL Check ground drive differential oil levels MPL PLOW Change plow vibrator oil MPL 500 HOUR SERVICE Tractor Change Hydraulic Fluid To change hydraulic fluid 1 With fluid warm remove drain plug 3 located at bottom of reservoir on right side of tractor 2 Drain fluid and replace plug 3 Fill through fill cap 1 to center of reservoir sight glass 2 wit...

Page 97: ...t is operating in dusty conditions IMPORTANT Use permanent marker to write date and hours of oil change on filter for future reference Change Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter after 500 hours of operation See Recommended Lubricants Service Key To change oil 1 While oil is warm remove drain plug 3 located in hose under engine 2 Drain oil and replace plug 3 Remove filter 2 and repla...

Page 98: ...U joints at zerks with MPG every 500 hours Clean zerk before servicing to prevent contamination Also check U joints for wear or damage Replace Fuel Filter Change engine fuel filter every 500 hours Replace fuel filter more often if refueling with metal containers Spin on type filters should be hand tightened Do not overtighten NOTICE Do not spill fuel on hot engine parts Clean fuel spills immediate...

Page 99: ...Differential Oil Level Check differential oil every 500 hours Oil level should be maintained up to fill plug 1 Fill with MPL as needed Check Ground Drive Transmission Oil Level Check ground drive transmission oil every 500 hours Oil level should be maintained up to fill plug 1 Fill with MPL as needed Check Ground Drive Differential Oil Level Check differential oil every 500 hours Oil level should ...

Page 100: ...d replace plug 3 Fill at fill plug 3 with MPL to level of sight glass NOTICE Capacity is 2 4 pt 1 L Do not overfill t02om010a eps 1 2 3 Plow Change Plow Vibrator Oil Change oil in plow vibrator every 500 hours To change 1 Remove drain plug 1 located below sight glass 2 on gear cover 2 Drain oil and replace plug 3 Fill at fill plug 3 with MPL to level of sight glass NOTICE Capacity is 2 4 pt 1 L Do...

Page 101: ...lug opening 1 Capacity is 4 pt 1 9 L Task Note TRACTOR Change ground drive transmission oil MPL Change ground drive differential oil MPL 1000 HOUR SERVICE Change Ground Drive Transmission Oil Change ground drive transmission oil every 1000 hours To change 1 Drain oil at drain plug 2 and replace plug 2 Fill with MPL to level of fill plug opening 1 Capacity is 4 pt 1 9 L Task Note TRACTOR Change gro...

Page 102: ...00 hours To change 1 Drain oil at drain plug 2 and replace plug 2 Fill with MPL to level of fill plug opening 1 Capacity is 4 5 pt 2 1 L Change Ground Drive Differential Oil Change differential oil every 1000 hours To change 1 Drain oil at drain plug 2 and replace plug 2 Fill with MPL to level of fill plug opening 1 Capacity is 4 5 pt 2 1 L ...

Page 103: ... use of chemicals may result in illness injury or equipment damage Follow instructions on labels and in material safety data sheets MSDS 2000 HOUR SERVICE Change Engine Coolant Change coolant every 2 years or 2000 hours See Approved Coolants Hot pressurized cooling system fluid can cause serious burns Allow to cool before servicing Improper handling or use of chemicals may result in illness injury...

Page 104: ...carefully flushed from the cooling system Failure to properly flush old coolant may result in engine failure Do not use water as coolant To change coolant 1 Locate drain at the bottom of radiator tank on control side of tractor accessible by removing engine cover 2 Drain coolant and close drain valve 3 Fill with approved coolant to within one inch 25 mm below radiator fill neck Capacity is 2 3 gal...

Page 105: ...r filter Replace fan alternator belt Replace hoses PLOW Check plow blade Clean plow blade feed tube Remove plow blade Install plow blade AS NEEDED SERVICE Task Note TRENCHER Check digging chain rollers sidebars pins and bushings Check digging chain teeth and bits Check trencher boom mounting bolts 85 ft lb 115 N m Check trencher headshaft sprocket bolts 85 ft lb 115 N m Replace digging chain REEL ...

Page 106: ... on chain pins chain spacers should be used to join sidebars Replace worn or broken chains Replace sprockets when new chain is installed Trencher Attachment Check Digging Chain Rollers Sidebars Pins and Bushings Perform periodic visual inspections of digging chain Check for wear on rollers 1 and sidebars 2 Check pins and bushing wear by measuring distance 3 between chain pins and comparing it to n...

Page 107: ...t bits rotate freely Clean chain and check bits after each use Replace bit when tungsten cap or insert is worn or adapter can be damaged Check Digging Chain Teeth and Bits Inspect digging chain teeth for wear as needed Worn teeth should be replaced with new Ditch Witch teeth Each unit is equipped with a standard tooth configuration When replacing teeth maintain original tooth pattern Depending on ...

Page 108: ... ft lb 115 N m Check Trencher Headshaft Sprocket Bolts Check tightness of headshaft sprocket bolts as needed Tighten to 85 ft lb 115 N m Check Trencher Boom Mounting Bolts Check tightness of boom mounting bolts as needed Tighten bolts to 85 ft lb 115 N m Check Trencher Headshaft Sprocket Bolts Check tightness of headshaft sprocket bolts as needed Tighten to 85 ft lb 115 N m ...

Page 109: ... side of connector pin with chain jaws Squeeze jaws to reduce pressure on connector pin 6 Loop cable through links nearest connector pin Replace Digging Chain To remove digging chain 1 Start engine See starting procedures in TRACTOR 2 Position digging chain with connector pin at top of boom 3 Lower boom to ground 4 Stop engine 5 Secure chain With sprocket booms lock rear idler sprocket With roller...

Page 110: ... cable until chain is in place on boom 9 Attach chain jaws to end links and bring links into place 10 Install connector pin and lock key Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away 7 Turn tension bolts counterclockwise to release tension on digging chain 8 Stand clear of chain Do not stand behind boom Keep feet from under boom 9 Remove pin f...

Page 111: ...sx SERVICE 111 AS NEEDED SERVICE Reel Carrier Attachment Check Reel Carrier Arms Check reel carrier arms for damage Replace if necessary Reel Carrier Attachment Check Reel Carrier Arms Check reel carrier arms for damage Replace if necessary ...

Page 112: ...ing shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg Do not operate while servicing Keep away from rotating shaft anytime attachment is operating Drill Lube Shaft Coupler and U Joint If tractor is equipped with optional Roto Witch drilling attachment lube shaft coupler and U joint as needed Wipe away dirt and debris and clean zerk before servicing to prevent contamination Turning shaft will kill you or cru...

Page 113: ...se Engage parking brake to test tension 4 Repeat 1 3 until parking brake is properly adjusted Do not overtighten 5 Replace orange sleeve Tractor Check and Adjust Parking Brake Check and adjust parking brake periodically and every 1000 hours To adjust parking brake 1 Disengage parking brake 2 Remove orange sleeve 3 Twist lever clockwise Engage parking brake to test tension 4 Repeat 1 3 until parkin...

Page 114: ... belt as needed Adjust belt tension until belt deflects approximately 1 2 13 mm at midspan To avoid alternator damage do not overtighten Check and Adjust Wheel Lug Nut Torque Check lug nut torque as needed and anytime wheels are removed Tighten lug nuts to 90 ft lb 122 N m using torque wrench Check wheels for obvious cracks or damage replace if needed Replace Fan Alternator Belt Replace fan altern...

Page 115: ...he air cleaner and try again The cover should go on without any extra force 6 Reset filter minder indicator 1 by pressing the red button Replace Air Filter Replace air filter element as needed when red band on filter minder 1 is visible Push button to re set indicator To replace air filter 1 Disengage latches 2 and remove cover 3 2 Remove the primary 4 and secondary 5 filters from the canister 6 3...

Page 116: ...mal swelling or other signs of deterioration Hot pressurized cooling system fluid can cause serious burns Allow to cool before servicing Replace Hoses Replace cooling system hoses and other hoses as needed Check for leaks abnormal swelling or other signs of deterioration Hot pressurized cooling system fluid can cause serious burns Allow to cool before servicing ...

Page 117: ... blade bends Plow blade is worn scratched or gouged Clean Plow Blade Feed Tube Clean dirt and debris from plow blade feed tube as needed Plow Check Plow Blade Plow blades wear with use and should be replaced when any of the following occur Plow toe edge is worn to curve Side plates begin to peel Plow blade bends Plow blade is worn scratched or gouged Clean Plow Blade Feed Tube Clean dirt and debri...

Page 118: ...lade pin farthest from cutting edge Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away Remove Plow Blade 1 Engage plow swing lock 2 Push plow lift control to position plow so blade barely clears the ground 3 Stop engine 4 Engage parking brake 5 Remove keeper pins 1 6 Remove front plow blade pin nearest cutting edge 7 Remove rear plow blade pin fart...

Page 119: ...gine and lower plow blade to ground Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away Install Plow Blade 1 Engage plow swing lock 2 Use plow lift control to raise plow 3 Stop engine 4 Engage parking brake 5 Position blade with cutting edge down so pin holes in blade align with pin holes in vibrator 6 Install upper blade pin then install lower pin ...

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Page 121: ...Width transport 23 x 10 50 12 tires 36 in 910 mm Width transport 26 x 12 12 tires 48 5 in 1 2 m Width transport 23 x 10 50 dual tires 56 in 1 4 m SPECIFICATIONS 410sx STANDARD UNIT DIMENSIONS U S METRIC A Transport height from top of raised plow 58 in 1 5 m A1 Transport height from top of 2 610 mm boom and chain 63 5 in 1 6 m B Angle of departure without blade 39 39 C Angle of departure with 24 61...

Page 122: ...quipped with 26 x 12 12 tires unless otherwise specified Suggested maximum depth Actual depth will depend on job requirements and soil conditions H Blade ground clearance with 18 457 mm blade 26 in 660 mm K Maximum cover depth 24 in 610 mm M Operating height without trenching attachment 49 5 in 1 3 m N Tread 23 x 10 50 12 tires 25 5 in 650 mm Tread 26 x 12 12 tires 37 5 in 950 mm P Wheelbase 46 in...

Page 123: ...plow blade or options 3370 lb 1529 kg H400 weight without boom chain or restraint bar 310 lb 140 kg Reel carrier weight without reel 100 lb 45 kg OPERATION U S METRIC Vehicle speeds 2775 rpm Maximum transit forward 23 x 10 50 12 tires 2 3 mph 3 8 km h Maximum transit forward 26 x 12 12 tires 2 7 mph 4 3 km h Maximum transit reverse 23 x 10 50 12 tires 1 1 mph 1 8 km h Maximum transit reverse 26 x ...

Page 124: ...a 44 limited slip Tires 23 x 10 5 12 tubeless 4 ply 26 x 12 12 tubeless or tube type 4 ply ATTACHMENT DRIVE Plow hydrostatic Trencher hydrostatic POWER PLANT U S METRIC Engine Deutz D2009L04 Fuel diesel Cooling medium liquid Number of cylinders 4 Engine angle max continuous all directions 20 20 Displacement 140 in3 2 3 L Bore 3 5 in 90 mm Stroke 3 5 in 90 mm Manufacturer s gross power rating Per S...

Page 125: ...round drive differentials 4 5 pt 2 1 L Plow vibrator 2 4 pt 1 1 L BATTERY Group 75DT 720 cold crank amps 0 F 18 C SAE reserve capacity 90 minutes HYDRAULIC SYSTEM U S METRIC Ground drive pump capacity at 2775 rpm 16 7 gpm 63 2 L min Ground drive relief valve setting 4000 psi 276 bar Attachment pump capacity 2775 rpm 18 9 gpm 71 5 L min Attachment relief valve setting 3000 psi 207 bar Auxilliary pu...

Page 126: ...rwise specified DIMENSIONS U S METRIC Maximum reel weight 200 lb 45 4 kg Maximum reel diameter 36 in 635 mm Maximum reel width 24 in 610 mm H400 TRENCHER FRONT MOUNTED REEL CARRIER DIMENSIONS U S METRIC Trench depth maximum 36 in 910 mm Trench width minimum to maximum 3 5 6 in 90 150 mm Boom travel down 57 57 Boom travel up 78 78 Centerline trench to outside edge of unit Left 22 in 559 mm Right 27...

Page 127: ...placement 18 7 in3 306 cm3 Torque 2 000 rpm 450 ft lb 610 N m Speed 19 gpm no load 235 rpm 235 rpm Speed 15 gpm 2000 psi 190 rpm 190 rpm ROTO WITCH Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended practices Specifications are general and subject to change without notice If exact measurements are required equipment should be weighted and measured Due to selected options delivered equipmen...

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Page 129: ...IND WHICH EXTEND TO A COMMERCIAL BUYER ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED WARRANTY Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts Limited Warranty Policy Subject to the limitation and exclusions herein free replacement parts will be provided at any authorized Ditch Witch dealership for any Ditch Witch equipment or parts manufactured by The Charles Machine...

Page 130: ...partment P O Box 66 Perry OK 73077 0066 or contact your local Ditch Witch dealer First version 1 91 Latest version 7 05 Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most conditions This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all conditions Therefore to assure suitability products should be operated under anticipated working conditions prior to purc...

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