Ditch Witch P80 User Manual
P80/PP25
Operator’s
Manual
CMW
®
Issue 1.1
053-2296
P80/PP25 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1
Overview
Chapter Contents
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Equipment Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operator Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
• Bulleted Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
• Numbered Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Serial Number Location
Serial Number Location
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.
Date of manufacture
Date of purchase
Rod pusher serial number (shown)
Power pack serial number
Engine serial number
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Unit Components
Unit Components
1. Drill rod
2. Jaw lever
3. Rotation device
4. hydraulic hoses
5. Cylinder
6. Mechanical hydraulic control
(optional)
7. Electric Hydraulic Control
(Optional)
8. Power unit
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Unit Components
Trench Box Back Brace
T-bar
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Intended Use
Intended Use
The Ditch Witch P80 rod pusher offers a way to bore under sidewalks, roads, or other obstructions without
making open cuts. The rod-through-centerline design produces a true, straight bore. Beacon housings,
heads, and other options make the unit directional. The P80 Rod pusher is compact and easy to use with
either a trench box, back brace, or T-bar set-up configuration.
The Ditch Witch PP25 power pack is designed to provide hydraulic power to a a variety of equipment,
including the P80 rod pusher.
Ditch Witch P80 rod pusher and PP25 power pack should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by
persons familiar with their particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Equipment Modification
This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
Modification of equipment could mean that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly
or in accordance with the operating instructions.
Modification of equipment should only be made by competent personnel possessing knowledge of
applicable standards, regulations, equipment design functionality/requirements and any required
specialized testing.
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Operator Orientation
Operator Orientation
IMPORTANT: Top view of unit is shown.
1. Front of unit
2. Right side of unit
3. Rear of unit
4. Left side of unit
About This Manual
This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. See Operation Overview for basic
operating procedures. Cross references such as “See page 50” will direct you to detailed procedures.
Bulleted Lists
Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be
performed in a specific order.
Numbered Lists
Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order.
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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 you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.
If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. If you need assistance in locating a
dealer, visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA
The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. The Charles
Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have
taken place after this manual was published. For the latest information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your
Ditch Witch dealer.
Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.
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P80/PP25
Operator’s Manual
Issue number 1.1/OM/02/14
Part number 053-2296
Copyright 2010, 2014
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser,
Power Pipe, Super Witch, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, The Underground Authority Worldwide, and
Zahn are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
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Contents
Overview
machine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed
to perform, basic machine components, and how to use this manual
Foreword
part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact
information
Safety
machine safety alerts and emergency procedures
Controls
machine controls, gauges, and indicators and how to use them
Prepare
procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite, planning the installation, and
preparing the jobsite for work
Transport
procedures for lifting and hauling
Push Rod
procedures for setting up equipment and pushing rod
1
7
11
21
27
35
41
Complete the Job
procedures for restoring the jobsite and storing equipment
Specifications
machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid
capacities
Support
the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty
consideration and training
Service Record
a record of major service performed on the machine
57
59
65
69
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Safety
Chapter Contents
Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
• Electric Strike Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
• If an Electric Line is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
• If a Gas Line is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
• If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
• If Machine Catches on Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Guidelines
Guidelines
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 located before digging. Also contact any utilities that do not
participate in the One-Call service.
• Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work
methods for jobsite.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.
• Wear personal protective equipment.
• Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures, and individual responsibilities with all
personnel before work begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch dealer.
• Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.
• Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate anything that does not look or feel right.
• Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.
• Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment
use.
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Safety Alert Classifications
Safety Alert Classifications
These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations
which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and
icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT
STAKE.
Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. Learn what each level
means.
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 in death or
serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT.
NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage the machine or someone's property. It
can also alert you against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way.
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Safety Alerts
Safety Alerts
Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury.
Know location of lines and stay away.
Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or
death. Provide ventilation.
Moving tools will kill or injure. Never use wrenches or tools on moving rods
and bursting unit components when unit is operating.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.
Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use
proper procedures and equipment or stay away.
Moving parts on unit could cut off hand or foot. Stay away.
Read operator’s manual. Know how to use all controls before operating
machine. When you see this sign on the machine or in the manual, read it and use
caution. Your safety is at stake.
Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does
not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.
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Safety Alerts
Looking into fiber optic cable could result in permanent vision damage. Do
not look into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.
Fluid or air pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or
death. Stay away.
Fire or explosion possible. Fumes could ignite and cause burns. No
smoking, no flame, no spark.
Moving traffic - hazardous situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, post appropriate warning signs.
Hot pressurized cooling system fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to
cool before servicing.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow
directions carefully.
Flying objects may cause injury. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.
Hot parts may cause burns. Do not touch until cool.
Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss. Wear hearing
protection.
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Safety Alerts
Fall possible. Slips or trips may result in injury. Keep area clean.
Battery acid may cause burns. Avoid contact.
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).
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Emergency Procedures
Emergency Procedures
Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and check that all safety precautions have
been taken.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position or push remote engine stop button.
Electric Strike Description
When working near electric cables, remember the following:
• Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least resistance.
• Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all equipment.
• Low voltage current can injure or kill. Many work-related electrocutions result from contact with less
than 440 volts.
Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike include:
• power outage
• smoke
• explosion
• popping noises
• arcing electricity
If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.
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Emergency Procedures
If an Electric Line is Damaged
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are in pit, DO NOT MOVE and DO NOT
TOUCH ANYTHING. Remain in pit and take the following actions. The order and degree of action will
depend upon the situation.
• Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. Instruct them to leave the area and contact
utility.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not leave pit until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are out of pit, DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING.
Take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.
• LEAVE AREA. The ground surface may be electrified, so take small steps with feet close together to
reduce the hazard of being shocked from one foot to the other. For more information, contact your
Ditch Witch dealer.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on other piece of equipment, DO NOT
MOVE. Remain on truck or trailer and take the following actions. The order and degree of action will
depend on the situation.
• Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. Instruct them to leave the area and contact
utility.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to area or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off other piece of equipment, DO NOT
TOUCH EQUIPMENT. Take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the
situation.
• LEAVE AREA.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to area or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.
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Emergency Procedures
If a Gas Line is Damaged
If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following actions. The order and degree of action will
depend on the situation.
• Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.
• Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.
• Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should leave the area.
• Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.
• Immediately call your local emergency phone number and utility company.
• If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.
• Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency personnel and utility company.
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 depend on the situation.
• Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to disconnect position.
• If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to extinguish fire.
• If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as possible and contact emergency personnel.
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Emergency Procedures
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Controls
Chapter Contents
P80 Rod Pusher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
PP25 Power Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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