Compact Power BOXER 118 Operator's Manual

COMP ACT

Part No. 999-823

Serial No.s 005 and Higher

BIG POWER IN ALL PLACES

118 Operator’s Manual

Write your machine’s Serial Number in the space below for future reference. The serial number is located on the metal tag on the left side of the machine. Remove the service access panel to locate the Serial Number plate.

Record SERIAL Number here

MANUFACTURED BY:

MODEL NO.

S.N.

ENGINE SERIAL NO.

WEIGHT

POWER

COMPACT POWER EQUIPMENT

800-476-9673

cpiequipment.com

COMPACT POWER EQUIPMENT

800-476-9673

cpiequipment.com

DATE OF MANUFACTURE

MERTZ MANUFACTURING LLC

PONCA CITY, OKLAHOMA, USA

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Boxer Product Warranty

WARRANTY AND LIABILITY LIMITATIONS

Mertz Manufacturing, LLC warrants each new Compact Utility Trencher manufactured (hereinafter referred to as the equipment) by us to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, for a period of one (1) year or 100 0 operational hou rs, whichever occurs first from the date of delivery. This warranty is effective provided that the equ ipmen t warranted hereunder is operated by the purchaser in accordance with generally approved practices, is properly maintained in accordance with the instructions contained in this owner's manual, and is operated within the manufacturer's rated capacity limitations.

Any parts of the equipment found to be defective within the warranty period shall be repaired or replaced, at Mertz Manufacturing, LLC's sole option. Repairs must be performed at Mertz Manufacturing, LLC facilities or at an authorized dealer facility. Any part or parts pr oving defectiv e within the above s pecified time will be repaired or replacement parts furnished, F.O.B. Ponca City, Oklahoma, providing such parts are returned, transportation prepaid, and found to be defective by the manufacturer.

The purchaser is responsible to keep maintenance records to substantiate proper maintenance. If a defect becomes apparent, it is the purchaser's responsibility to notify Mertz Manufacturing, LLC or an authorized dealer of said defect. The purchaser agrees to return the defective equipment or parts to Mertz Manufacturing, LLC or to an authorized dealer facility, freight prepaid, within fifteen (15) days after the defective condition is discovered.

All warranties, if any, extended to Mertz Manufacturing, LLC by manufacturers and suppliers of component parts, accessories, or other goods included in the manufacturing of Mertz Manufacturing, LLC products will be assigned, if contractually permitted, to the purchaser. Specific component warranty details will be provided to the purchaser upon request.

This warranty excludes the following: maintenance items including, but not limited to, seals, track grousers, roller bearings, filters and spark plugs, equipment that has been repaired, replaced, or altered by someone other than Mertz Manufacturing, LLC or an authorized service facility without prior approval from Mertz Manufacturing, LLC unless, however; if Mertz Manufacturing, LLC, in its sole opinion, determines that the defective condition of the equipment was in no way caused by or was attributable to said repairs, replacements, or alternatives.

Mertz Manufacturing, LLC and the purchaser agree that, in consideration of the above expressed warranty, all other warranties other than title, either expressed or implied, whether arising under law or equity including warranties of merchant ability and fitness for a particular purpose are excluded from this contract, further, the foregoing warranty is made solely to the first purchaser and may not be transferred in any form.

The sole liability of Mertz Manufacturing, LLC and the exclusive remedy of the purchaser arising out of the manufacture, sale, or use of the equipment provided

hereunder, on warranties or otherwise, shall be limited to the cost of repair or replacement of defective parts as herein specified. Further Mertz Manufacturing, LLC's maximum liability hereunder arising from any cause whatsoever , including but not limited to, breach of contract or tort (including negligence), shall not exceed the contract price of the equipment furnished hereunder. Mertz Manufacturing, LLC shall not be responsible for work done, equipment or parts furnished, or for parts or repairs made by others unless the work is specifically ordered by Mertz Manufacturing, LLC. In no event shall Mertz Manufacturing, LLC be liable for removing defective parts or for reinstalling said parts when repaired or replaced by anyone other than Mertz Manufacturing, LLC or an authorized service facility or for any costs incurred with such removal or reinstallation.

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, in no event shall Mertz Manufacturing, LLC be liable, whether arising under contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise, for loss of anticipated profits, loss of use of capital or revenue, non-operational expenses, increased expense of operation cost of purchased or replacement equipment, damage to loads or contents of the equipment, transportation expenses due to repairs, claims of customers, cost of money, or for any special, incidental or consequential loss or damage of any nature arising at any time or from any cause whatsoever.

This Warranty Agreement shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma. Any litigation under this warranty will be held in Kay County in accordance with the laws of Oklahoma.

Mertz Manufacturing, LLC P.O. Box 150 Ponca City, OK 74602 PO BOX 150 (74602) / 1701 N WAVERLY / PONCA CITY, OK 74601. PHON E:

(580) 762-5646 / FAX: (580) 767-8411 / NT FAX: (580) 765-3934 www.boxerok.com

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TRACK LIMITED PRORATED WARRANTY POLICY STATEMENT

Compact Power Inc provides a limited warranty to the original purchaser that the original tracks used on consumer products sold by Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer, and manufactured by its subsidiary Mertz Mfg., will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year after the date of purchase or 400 hours of use, whichever occurs first. Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer will replace any track found to be defective in either material or workmanship, using the below described prorated discount structure, and subject to the conditions, limitations, and exclusions set forth herein.

The one year or 400 hours of use duration of this warranty applies only if the product is put to ordinary and reasonable use.

Genuine manufacturer supplied replacement track(s) not purchased with the original product purchase, but which are later purchased and used with that product, are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of the “parts” purchase or 100 hours of use. The purchaser of these replacement tracks must be able to document the time frame and hours of use for the replacement tracks. Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer will repair or replace any such track free of charge during that period.

Prorated discount structure: If the original track becomes unserviceable within the first 100 hours of use, Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer will replace that track at no cost including replacement labor. If the original track becomes unserviceable within the first 200 hours of use, Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer will replace the track with a prorated discount from the cost of the track and no charge for the replacement labor. If the track becomes unserviceable within the first 400 hours of use, Compact Power or its authorized Distributor/Dealer will replace the track with a prorated discount from the cost of the track with no replacement labor paid.

This warranty is subject to the following conditions, limitations, and exclusions:

This warranty is valid only if the following conditi ons are met:

The warranty registration card must be completed and retu rned to manu facturer of the product.

The purchaser must perform maintenance and minor adjustments explained in the owner's manual.

The purchaser must promptly notify Compact Power or its authorized Distributo r/ Dealer service represent ative o f the n eed f or w arran ty serv ice.

This warranty is subject to the following limitations:

The purchaser must transport the product to and from the place of warranty repair. Any expense for travel or mileage is the responsi bility of the pu rchaser.

Warranty service must be performed by Compact Power or its authorized Dealer's service representative

The following items are not covered by this Track Limited W arranty:

Parts that are not genuine original manufact urer s ervi c e par ts ar e n ot cove red by thi s warranty .

Products which are damaged and sold as salvage units or in an “as is” condition are not covered by this warranty.

Any defect which is the result of misuse, alteration, improper assembly, improper adjustment, neglect, accident, or damage caused by natural calamity beyond human control such as fire, flood, etc. is not covered by this warranty.

EXAMPLE OF THE 'PRORATED' COMPUTATIONS OF THIS TRACK LIMITED WARRANTY:

First, divide the number of hours on the original tracks, the hours on the unit, by 400 to determine the “wear percentage factor.” Next, subtract the result from 1 to determine the “prorated discount” to be applied to the cost of the track.

If a unit has 150 hours and requires a new track; divide 150 by 400 which equals .38

the “wear percentage factor .” Subtract that number from 1 which equals .62, or 62%

, the “prorated discount.” In this case, the dealer will receive a warranty credit in the amount of his cost for the track less 62%. If the hours are less that 200 on the original track, a labor allowance of ½ hour will also be credited. No replacement labor will be paid if hours are over 200.

LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES

Compact Powers liability under this warranty, and under any implied warranty that may exist, is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship, and repair or replacement of any defective part. Compact Power shall not be liable for incidental, special, or consequential damages (including lost profits). Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY Compact Power makes no warranty, express or implied, other than what is

expressly made in this warranty. If the law of your state provides that an implied warranty of merchantability, or an implied warranty of fitness for particular purpose, or any other implied warranty, applies to Compact Power, then any such implied warranty is limited to the duration of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Boxer Warranty Registration

Dear Customer, Mertz Manufacturing, LLC wishes to thank you for your purchase. We are

committed to providing our customers with the finest products and product support available in any market today. To do this, we need to update our database with some specific information. Currently, the warranty start date is listed as the date the Boxer T rencher lef t Mertz Manufactur ing, LLC. This may be several months before you ever received the product. Mertz

Manufacturing, LLC will restart the warranty date if you will complete the information below and return this form to us. We will continue to use the date the Boxer Trencher left the factory as the warranty start date of record until we are told differently through receipt of this form. Not returning the form could result in your being denied some of your warranty entitlement s. To have Mertz Manufacturing, LLC reset the warranty st art date, please complete the form below and mail or fax it back to: Mertz Manufacturing, LLC, P.O. Box 150, Ponca City, OK 74602, Fax: 580-767-8411.

Please take the time to complete and return this warranty form.

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Name: _______________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________ City: ____________________ State: Zip: ___________________ Telephone No. _________________________________________________ Location Purchased: ____________________________________________ Date Purchased: __________ Salesman: __________________________ ____ I have received a copy of the Owners Manual for my engine. ____ I need a copy of the Owners Manual for my engine. Signed: ______________________________________________________ Model No. _______________ Serial No. ___________________________

Mertz Manufacturing, LLC P.O. Box 150 Ponca City, OK 74602

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Safety Introduction

Be Prepared - Get to Know All Operating and Safety Instructions

This is the Safety Alert Symbol.

Wherever it appears, either in this manual or on safety signs on the machine, you should be alert to the potential for personal injury or accidents. Always observe safety precautions and follow recommended procedures.

Learn the Signal Words Used with the Safety Alert Symbol

The words “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION” are used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine indicate hazards or unsafe practices. All three statements indicate that safety is involved. Observe the precautions indicated whenever you see the Safety Alert symbol no matter which signal word appears next to the Safety Alert symbol.

INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT, IF NOT AVOIDED, IS VERY LIKELY TO CAUSE DEATH OR EXTREMELY SERIOUS INJURY. IT MAY ALSO BE USED TO ALERT AGAINST EQUIPMENT THAT MAY EXPLODE OR DETONATE IF HANDLED OR TREATED CARELESSLY.

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. It may also be used to alert against a highly unsafe practice.

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against a generally unsafe practice.

This type of statement is used to draw attention to a procedure that needs to be followed to prevent machine damage.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTICE

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Table of Contents

Boxer Product Warranty...................................................................................... i

Track Limited Warranty Policy Statement .......................................................iii

Safety Introduction ........................................................................................... vii

Be Prepared - Get to Know All Operating and Safety Instructions.........vii

Learn the Signal Words Used with the Safety Alert Symbol...................vii

Section 1 – Safety Precautions...................................................................... 1–1

GENERAL SAFETY ................................................................................... 1–1

OPERATING SAFETY ............................................................................... 1–2

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE SAFETY......................................................1–4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS ........................................................... 1–4

Battery Hazards................................................................................... 1–5

Jump Starting/Battery Charging Hazards............................................1–5

Hydraulic System Hazards .................................................................. 1–6

Fueling Hazards .................................................................................. 1–7

Section 2 – Operating Controls ..................................................................... 2–1

Component Locations ................................................................................ 2–1

Right Front View..................................................................................2–1

Left Rear View.....................................................................................2–2

Operating Controls .............................................................................. 2–3

Safety Decals ...................................................................................... 2–4

Operating Controls Description ........................................................... 2–5

Section 3 – Pre-Start Inspection and Operation........................................... 3–1

Pre-Start Inspection.................................................................................... 3–1

Daily Service Checks ................................................................................. 3–1

Operating Instructions ................................................................................ 3–7

Machine Start-up................................................................................. 3–7

Machine Shut-down............................................................................. 3–8

Transportation ..................................................................................... 3–8

Lifting Procedures................................................................................ 3–9

Machine Travel Controls .......................................................................... 3–10

Operating Instructions .............................................................................. 3–15

Section 4 – Routine Service and Maintenance............................................. 4–1

Daily Maintenance Procedures .................................................................. 4–2

New Machine Brake-in Maintenance Procedures ...................................... 4–8

Weekly Maintenance Procedures............................................................. 4–11

Monthly Maintenance Procedures............................................................ 4–12

Annual Maintenance Procedures............................................................. 4–16

General Maintenance...............................................................................4–18

Draining Fuel Tank............................................................................ 4–18

Adjusting Digging Chain Tension ...................................................... 4–20

Trencher Boom Replacement............................................................ 4–22

Replacing the Digging Teeth............................................................. 4–24

Replacing the Drive Sprocket............................................................4–25

Chain Configuration........................................................................... 4–27

Chain Master Link.............................................................................. 4–28

Configuring the Chain........................................................................ 4–29

Parts List .................................................................................................. 4–30

Boxer 118 Hydraulic Interconnect Diagram.............................................. 4–32

Section 5 – Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 5–1

Section 6 – General Specifications ............................................................... 6–1

Noise Data.................................................................................................. 6–2

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Section 1 – Safety Precautions

Since Mertz Manufacturing has no direct control over machine application or operation, following the proper safety practices is the responsibility of the owner and/or operator. Remember that this unit is only as safe as those who operate it. Safety tips shown throughout this Operator's Manual must be followed at all times.

GENERAL SAFETY

• Never operate the Boxer without first completely reading and understanding this Owner's

Manual.

• Only authorized, qualified, and trained personnel are allowed to operate this machine.

• Never operate the machine under the influence of alcohol, awareness altering drugs, or

medications that would affect your ability to operate safely.

• KEEP CHILDREN CLEAR FROM THE WORK SITE AREA AT ALL TIMES!

• NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO OPERATE OR RIDE ON THE MACHINE

• Serious injury or death involving children can occur. St ay ALERT and be aware of your

surroundings at all times. Stop operations if children wander onto the job site. Resume work only when the operating area is clear.

• Keep all non-operating personnel away from the machine during operation.

• Passengers must never be allowed to ride on the machine.

• Wearing protective clothing and gear, such as hard hats, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing

protection, breathing protection, and long pants and shirts is highly recommended. Do not operate in clothing or shoes which will expose skin or feet to possible flying debris.

• Clothing should be relatively close fitting. Loose clothing, rings, and other jewelry should be

avoided because of the danger of catching them on machine parts or controls or on any rotating parts, either on the machine or any attachment.

• Keep hands/fingers clear from all rotating parts.

• Never touch engine parts or machine components while they are hot.

• Always perform the “Standard Shut Down Procedure” shown in this manual, if the unit will

be left unattended for any length of time.

• Use only original BOXER or approved replacement parts. Imitation parts may lead to unit

damage and/or injury to personnel. The machines' warranty may be voided if unauthorized parts are used.

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Safety Precautions

OPERATING SAFETY

• Plan ahead and learn as much as possible about your job-site area before beginning any work.

• Know the exact location of overhead power lines or obstructions.

• Have all buried lines such as; gas, electric, water, telephone and cable TV, marked by the

proper authorities.

• Prior to use, perform the "Pre-Start Inspection" and Daily Maintenance to make sure that the

unit is in safe operating condition.

• Never operate a malfunctioning unit!

• Keep hands, gloves, shoes, control knobs, and operator platform clean. Slippery controls can

cause you to lose control, which may result in an accident.

• Always keep a firm grip on the hand rails located at the operator's platform during travel and

operation to prevent falling off the unit.

• When working on an unfamiliar construction site, review, understand and follow job site

safety rules.

• Keep the work site clear of all non-operating personnel. Should a person enter the work area,

stop machine operation until the work area is clear.

• Prior to unloading the unit and starting to work, inspect the path you will travel and work site

area for potential hazards. Some of the hazardous conditions you may encounter are: –Holes – Deep ditches or excavations – Drop-offs – Soft un-compacted soil – Culverts – Deep mud / Standing Water – Large rocks – Slippery surfaces – Steep slopes – Tall grass, trees, or shrubs

If any of these conditions exist, correct the hazard or obstruction. If any of these conditions can not be corrected, avoid operating or traveling near them.

• Be extremely cautious traveling through or near trees, brush, shrubs or any obstacles which

might obscure your vision. These might hide potential hazards, such as the edge of a steep slope, deep holes, large rocks, etc.

• Never operate near a ditch or embankment where loose or soft ground conditions could cause

the surface to give way under the machine causing it to become unstable.

• Never exceed the rated capacity of the machine.

• Operate all controls slowly and smoothly and never abruptly stop any function. This can

cause the machine to become unstable.

• Always look in the direction of travel.

• Come to a complete stop prior to reversing travel directions.

• Reduce speed and proceed with caution when traveling in reverse or turning.

• Never travel with the trencher boom raised. Lower the boom as soon as possible and travel

with the boom at the lowest safe height.

• Approach corners slowly, turning too fast or sharp may cause the machine to tip over.

• Stay alert when operating near traffic or roadways.

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Safety Precautions

• If the unit should begin to tip or become unstable, DO NOT try to stabilize the unit with your

legs or arms.

• If the unit is involved in an accident or inadvertently damaged during operation, stop and

perform a thorough inspection. Make sure the unit is in safe operating condition prior to resuming work.

• Be alert to any unusual reaction to any of the controls. If anything unusual is noticed, shut the

machine down and thoroughly inspect it to determine the cause of the problem. Do not operate the machine until all required repairs have been made.

• If the unit must be left unattended, shut the machine down and make sure that it can not be

started by an unauthorized individual.

• Operating on steep slopes can be dangerous and there is a greater risk of the machine tipping

over or becoming unstable. The list of rules below must be understood and followed for maximum safety: – Avoid excessively steep slopes or unstable surfaces. If travel on a slope is necessary, keep

the load low and proceed with extreme caution.

– DO NOT travel ACROSS excessively steep slopes under any circumstances. – Travel straight up and down slopes with the heavy end of the machine pointing up the

incline. When the machine has no load, the opera tor's p lat form end of the machine is considered the heavy end.

– Turning on slopes is not a recommended practice, however if you must turn on slopes;

reduce travel speed to as slow as possible, and exercise extreme caution. Avoid sharp turns or sudden movements.

– Wet or slick ground conditions should be avoided as reduced traction could cause the

machine to slide down the slope.

– Never park the unit on a slope.

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Safety Precautions

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE SAFETY

Maintenance work can be hazardous if not done in a careful manner. All personnel should realize the hazards and strictl y follow sa fe ma inte nance p rac tices . Fa il ure to com ply wit h thes e safety precautions may result in serious personal injury and/or death.

• Use only BOXER supplied or approved replacement parts. Imitation parts may lead to unit

damage and/or injury to personnel. Warranty may be voided if unauthorized parts and are used.

• Wear the proper protective clothing and personal safety equipment necessary to perform the

maintenance or service required.

• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

• Clean up oil or fuel spillage.

Fuel or oil leaks or spills can create a fire or explosion hazard.

• Prior to performing maintenance or service, park the unit in a level area away from

obstructions and/or work site hazards.

• Be sure the area has adequate light and is well ventilated. NEVER operate the machine

inside a closed area.

• Clean-up any oil, grease, mud, water, or snow which might cause the floor surface to become

slippery.

• If the machine requires maintenance, take the machine out of service and att ac h a "Do Not

Operate" tag at the control panel and remove the ignition key.

• If maintenance or repairs require the boom to be raised, securely support the boom.

• Know where all pinch points and rotating parts on the unit are. These areas must be avoided

to prevent serious injury .

• Remove only those guards or covers on the component being serviced and replace them

immediately upon completion of the work.

• Never attempt to adjust or service engine or machine components while they are hot.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS

• Prior to working on the electrical system:

– Disconnect battery cables, removing the battery ground cable first. – When re-connecting the battery, connect the battery ground cable last. – Never allow battery cables to contact hydraulic lines or rub against sharp edges.

WARNING

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Safety Precautions

Battery Hazards

Before working with batteries, the following are important points about battery safety that you should be aware of:

• Batteries are always surrounded by extremely explosive gases. This is especially true when

the battery is being charged. To avoid explosion: – Do not smoke near batteries. – Keep arcs, sparks and open flames away from batteries. – Perform battery service work only in a well venti la ted area.

• Make sure to dispose of batteries according to local regulations.

• Electrolyte Hazards:

The batteries on the machine may be either be “wet cell” or gel cell. It is still important to know and follow these warnings and cautions.

• Battery electrolyte in standard “wet cell” batteries contains sulfuric acid which is poisonous

and can cause severe chemical burns. To avoid personal injury: – Wear a face shield to prevent sulfuric acid contact with your eyes – Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing to keep acid off your skin and clothing. – Since wet cell batteries give off explosive gases, use a flashlight to check the electrolyte

level, not an open flame such as a match.

– Never check the battery by placing a metal object across the battery posts. The resulting

spark could ignite anything flammable, causing fire or an explosion.

– If electrolyte is splashed into your eyes, flush them immediately with clean water and seek

medical attention.

– If electrolyte is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. – If electrolyte is splashed onto exposed skin or clothing, flush and clean the area

immediately with clean water and seek medical attention if necessary.

Jump Starting/Battery Charging Hazards

Follow the instructions for jump starting or ba ttery char ging in the engine owner 's manual. You must be at the operator's platform when attempting to start the unit with booster batteries and jumper cables so that you are at the controls when the engine starts.

Here are some general safety rules you must follow for jump starting the machine:

• Make sure to connect the positive jumper cable to the positive (RED) terminal on the battery.

• Connect the negative cable to the engine, machine chassis or the furthest ground point away from the battery. Never make the final connection at the starter or dead battery. Sparks may ignite the explosive gases surrounding the battery.

• When disconnecting cables after jump starting, remove the negative cable first and then the positive cable.IMPORTANT: DO NOT let the cable clamps touch when disconnecting them.

• Severe damage can occur to the booster battery or machine.

• Never charge a battery or attempt to jump start a frozen battery. The sudden surge in electrical power could cause the battery to explode.

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Safety Precautions

Hydraulic System Hazards

The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the engine is running and may hold pressure even after the engine is shut off. Cycle all hydraulic controls after the trench boo m is resting o n the ground. Some components will retain residual or trapped pressure. Use extreme caution when removing any hydraulic component.

During inspection of the hydraulic system:

• Cycle all hydraulic controls to release residual pressure.

• Wait for the hydraulic fluid to cool down before disconnecting any hydraulic lines. Hot

hydraulic fluid can cause severe burns.

Hydraulic oil under pressure can penetrate body tissue causing serious injury and possible death. When troubleshooting a hydraulic system for leaks, always use card board or wood as a detector. DO NOT USE YOUR BARE HANDS. If you are injected with hydraulic oil or any other fluids, immediately seek treatment by a doctor trained in the treatment of penetrating fluid injuries.

• Hydraulic fluid can cause permanent eye injury. Wear safety glasses or a full face shield to

provide appropriate eye protection.

• When venting or filling the hydraulic system, loosen the filler cap slowly to allow any

pressure in the hydraulic tank to be released and remove the cap gradually.

WARNING

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Safety Precautions

Fueling Hazards

Most fuels are highly flammable. Observe the following precautionary practices to reduce the possibility of a serious accident:

• Always refuel the unit in an open, well ventilated area away from sparks or open flames.

Gasoline Engines:

• Shut the engine off before attempting to fuel the machine. Never refuel a unit whil e it is running.

• Allow engine to cool before re-fueling

• Always use a funnel or pour spout when filling the tanks.

• Under certain circumstances a static charge can develop and ignite the fuel. Make sure that you are standing on the ground when filling the fuel tanks.

• If you are filling the fuel tanks from a service vehicle, make s ure to connect the service vehicles gro und cable to the machine before beginning the fueling process.

• Keep the fuel nozzle in constant contact with the rim of the machines fue l ta nk .

• When filling a portable gas container, always place it on the ground. Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inside a vehicle, truck, pick-up bed, or any surface.

• To avoid static sparks when using a portable fuel container, only fill the container when it is positioned on the ground and keep t he fue l con t ain er nozzle in contact with the tank opening during filling.

• Make sure to move the unit from the transport truck or trailer and only refuel the unit on the ground, using an approved container.

• Keep sparks and flames away from fuel.

• Do not smoke while refueling or when handling the fuel container.

• Never cut or weld on or near fuel lines, tanks or containers.

• Never overfill the tank.

• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

• Store fuel in an approved container and keep out of the reach of children.

DANGER

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Safety Precautions

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Section 2 – Operating Controls

Component Locations

Right Front View

Item No. Description

1 Operating Controls 2 Hydraulic Fluid Level Dipstick and Tank Fill Port 3 Hydraulic Tank 4 Track Adjusting Wrench 5 Right Hand Track Drive 6 Trencher Drive Motor 7 Trencher Assembly 8 Boom Raise Cylinder 9 Manual Holder

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Operating Controls

Left Rear View

Item No. Description

1 Fuel Gauge and Fuel Filler Cap 2 Gas Tank 3 Rock Guard 4 Spoils Auger 5 Left Track Assembly 6 Operator's Platform 7 Trencher Activation Lock Lever 8 Engine

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Operating Controls

Item No. Description

1 Fuel Gauge and Fuel Filler Cap 2 Left Hand Grip 3 Trencher Boom Raise and Lower Control Lever 4 Left Travel Control Lever 5 Right Travel Control Lever 6 Right Hand Grip 7 Trencher Activation Control 8 Hydraulic Filler Cap and Dipstick

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Operating Controls

Safety Decals

Item No. Description

1 118 Model Number 2 Keep Distance Warning 3 CPI Logo 4 Burn Hazard Warning 5 Tie Down and Lifting Hazard Decals 6 Boxer Logo 7 Crush Hazard Decal 8 Stand Clear Warning Decal

9 Entanglement Hazard Decal 10 Shock Hazard Decal 11 Read Manual Decal 12 Fuel Explosion Hazard Warning Decal 13 Operating Instruction Decal 14 Fuel Shut Off Warning

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Operating Controls

Operating Controls Description

Boom Raise and Lower – This lever controls the raising and lowering of the trencher

boom assembly.

Left Travel Motor Con tro l – Pushing the lever forward rotates the left side track for

forward travel. Pulling the lever backwards rotates the left side track for reverse travel.

Right Travel Motor Control – Pushing the lever forward rotates the right side track for

forward travel. Pulling the lever backwards rotates the right side track for reverse travel.

Engine Hour Meter Gauge

5. Hand Grip

6. Trencher Operation –

There are three positions for t he T rencher Control L ever . To activate the control lever, the operator my step on the operator presence control lever and hold the lever in the downwards position. This allows the trencher control lever to be moved.

a. The center and forward position of the trencher control lever is the Neutral position. With

the lever in this position, the trencher chain will not move.

b. The main operating position is when the trencher control lever is moved to the right into

the Forward position. The control will remain in this position until it is moved back into the Neutral position or you step off of the operator presence control.

c. If it is required, the trencher chain can be reversed by moving the control lever to the left

hand side of the slot. The control lever will not remain in this position, and if you let it go, the lever will return to the neutral position.

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