Ditch Witch P80 User Manual

4 (1)

P80/PP25

Operator’s

Manual

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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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Numbered Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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

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1.

Drill rod

6.

Mechanical hydraulic control

2.

Jaw lever

 

 

 

 

(optional)

7.

Electric Hydraulic Control

3.

Rotation device

 

 

 

 

(Optional)

4.

hydraulic hoses

 

 

 

 

8.

Power unit

5.

Cylinder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Trench Box

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Unit Components

Back Brace

T-bar

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Overview - 5

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

 

 

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 - 9

Contents

Overview

1

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

7

part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact information

Safety

11

machine safety alerts and emergency procedures

 

 

 

Controls

21

machine controls, gauges, and indicators and how to use them

 

 

 

Prepare

27

procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite, planning the installation, and

 

preparing the jobsite for work

 

 

 

Transport

35

procedures for lifting and hauling

 

 

 

Push Rod

41

procedures for setting up equipment and pushing rod

 

 

 

Complete the Job

57

procedures for restoring the jobsite and storing equipment

 

 

 

Specifications

59

machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid

 

capacities

 

 

 

Support

65

the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty

 

consideration and training

 

 

 

Service Record

69

a record of major service performed on the machine

 

 

 

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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• If a Gas Line is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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• If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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If Machine Catches on Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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

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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 - 21

Controls

Chapter Contents

P80 Rod Pusher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

PP25 Power Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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