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Ditch Witch RT115 Q User Manual

RT115Q
Operator’s Manual
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Issue 4.1
Original Translation
053-2255
Overview
Chapter Contents
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Equipment Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• Bulleted Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• Numbered Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Serial Number Location
Serial Number Location
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. RT115Q (1) and engine serial numbers (2) are located as shown.
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Date of manufacture Date of purchase RT115Q serial number Front attachment serial number Rear attachment serial number Trailer serial number Engine serial number
Intended Use
Intended Use
The RT115Q is a riding trencher designed to install buried service lines of various sizes using a variety of Ditch Witch attachments.
Attachment Max. width/diameter Max. depth
H910 trencher 24” (610 mm) 96” (2.4 m) H911 trencher 24” (610 mm) 92” (2.3 m) H1032 plow 3” (80 mm) 42” (1.07 m) A920 backhoe 24” (610 mm) 105” (2.7 m)
This unit is designed for operation in temperatures typically experienced in earth moving and construction work environments. Provisions may be required to operate in extreme temperatures. Contact your Ditch
Witch dealer.
The RT115Q should be used with genuine Ditch Witch chain, teeth, and sprockets. It should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with their particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use.
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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Unit Components
Unit Components
1. Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
2. Operator station
3. Control console
NOTICE: The protection offered by the Rollover Protective System (ROPS) will be impaired if it has been subjected to any modification, structural damage, or has been involved in an overturn accident. The ROPS must be replaced after a roll-over.
4. Engine compartment
5. Backfill blade (optional)
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Operator Orientation
Operator Orientation
1. Front of unit
2. Right of unit
Right and left sides of machine are determined by facing front of unit while seated at the controls.
3. Rear of unit
4. Left 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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About This Manual
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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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RT115 Quad-Track
Operator’s Manual
Machine Works, Inc.
Issue number DRAFT 4.1/OM-7/2014
Part number 053-2255
Copyright 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
, Ditch Witch, CMW, and Roto Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles
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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
Operation Overview
an overview for completing a job with this machine: planning, setting up, installing product, and restoring the jobsite; with cross references to detailed procedures
Prepare
procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite, planning the installation path, and preparing the jobsite for work
Drive
procedures for startup, cold start, driving, and shutdown
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11
21
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57
63
Transport
procedures for lifting, hauling, and towing
Trench
procedures for trenching
Plow
procedures for plowing
Reel Winder
procedures for using reel winder
Backhoe
procedures for digging with backhoe
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81
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99
103
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Drill
procedures for drilling
Systems and Equipment
chain, teeth, sprockets, and optional equipment
Complete the Job
procedures for backfilling and restoring the jobsite and rinsing and storing equipment
Service
service intervals and instructions for this machine including lubrication, replacement of wear items, and basic maintenance
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
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
• If Machine Catches on Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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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 may be 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 a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT. NOTICE indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g., messages relating to
property damage).
IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way.
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Safety Alerts
Safety Alerts
Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay
away.
Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.
Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury.
Know location of lines and stay away.
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.
proper procedures and equipment or stay away.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur.
Follow directions carefully.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use
Moving parts could cut off hand or foot. Stay away.
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Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly.
Safety Alerts
Fall possible. Riders can fall from machine and be injured or killed. Only
operator is allowed on machine.
Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and
killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.
Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does
not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.
Looking into fiber optic cable could result in permanent vision damage. Do
not look into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.
Pressurized fluid or air could pierce skin and cause injury or
death. Stay away.
Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use
all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position.
Fire or explosion possible. Fumes could ignite and cause burns. No
smoking, no flame, no spark.
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Safety Alerts
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.
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.
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).
Breathing crystalline silica dust may cause lung disease. Cutting, drilling, or working materials such as concrete, sand, or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use dust control methods or appropriate breathing protection when exposed to silica dust.
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Emergency Procedures
Emergency Procedures
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.
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 (if equipped).
Electric Strike Description
Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury.
Know location of lines and stay away.
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 on tractor, DO NOT MOVE. Remain on tractor 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.
• Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.
• 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 off tractor, DO NOT TOUCH TRACTOR. 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.
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Emergency Procedures
If a Gas Line is Damaged
Fire or explosion possible. Fumes could ignite and cause burns. No
smoking, no flame, no spark.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur.
Follow directions carefully.
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.
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Emergency Procedures
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 and accessible) 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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Controls
Chapter Contents
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
• Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
• Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
• Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Right Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Seat Deck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Rear Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
• Optional Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
• Trencher Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
• Plow Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
• Combo Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Backhoe Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Center Console
Center Console
Gauges
1. Voltmeter
2. Fuel gauge
3. Tachometer/Hourmeter
Item Description Notes
1. Voltmeter Displays system voltage. Should show 12-14V with engine
2. Fuel gauge Displays fuel level in tank. RT115Q fuel tank holds 38 gal (144
4. Engine oil pressure gauge
5. Engine temperature gauge
running.
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Center Console
Item Description Notes
3. Tachometer/Hourmeter Displays engine speed and
records engine operating time.
4. Engine oil pressure gauge
5. Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays engine oil pressure. Indicator will light and alarm
will sound if pressure is too low.
Displays engine coolant temperature.
Engine temperature indicator will light and alarm will sound if temperature is too high.
Use engine operating times to schedule service.
Normal operating pressure is 15-50 psi (1.03 - 3.45 bar).
If pressure is low:
• Check oil level.
• If pressure is still low, consult engine manual.
Normal temperature is 180°-220° F (82°-104° C).
If temperature is high:
• Turn off engine and let it cool.
• Check cooling system for low fluid level, seal damage, or leaks.
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Center Console
Indicators
1. Operator presence indicator
2. Attachment speed/direction indicator
3. Ground drive indicator
4. Cruise control indicator
5. Hydraulic fluid temperature indicator
6. Hydraulic filter restriction indicator
Item Description Notes
1. Operator presence indicator
Lights when operator is in seat.
7. Low speed indicator
8. High speed indicator
9. Operator alert indicator
10. Cold start wait indicator
11. Engine shutdown indicator
12. Parking brake indicator
Part of the start interlock system. to start engine:
• operator must be in seat,
• attachment drive control must be in neutral, and
• ground drive control must be in neutral.
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Center Console
Item Description Notes
2. Attachment speed/ direction indicator
3. Ground drive indicator Lights when ground drive
4. Cruise control indicator Lights when cruise control is
Lights when attachment speed/direction control is in neutral.
hand or foot control is in neutral.
enabled.
Part of the start interlock system. to start engine:
• operator must be in seat,
• attachment drive control must be in neutral, and
• ground drive control must be in neutral.
Part of the start interlock system. to start engine:
• operator must be in seat,
• attachment drive control must be in neutral, and
• ground drive control must be in neutral.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if a fault condition is detected.
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5. Hydraulic fluid temperature indicator
Flashes when a controller fault condition is detected.
Lights and alarm sounds if hydraulic fluid overheats.
See “Cruise Control” on page 118.
If light remains on:
• Check that engine fan is turning when engine is running.
• Turn off engine and let it cool.
• Check hydraulic fluid level.
• Check front of hydraulic fluid cooler for debris.
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Center Console
Item Description Notes
6. Hydraulic filter restriction indicator
7. Low speed indicator Lights when ground drive
8. High speed indicator Lights when ground drive
Lights when hydraulic filter is restricted.
May also light in when fluid is extremely cold.
motor is in low. Flashes when a controller
fault condition is detected.
motor is in high.
When indicator lights, change filter.
Run tractor at low engine speed until hydraulic fluid warms. Indicator may turn off after hydraulic fluid warms.
If neither the high or low speed indicator is lighted, the ground drive motor is in medium.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if a fault condition is detected.
If neither the high or low speed indicator is lighted, the ground drive motor is in medium.
9. Operator alert indicator Lights when a non-critical
engine fault occurs.
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A fault code will be stored in the diagnostic gauge.
See “Tier 3 Engine” on page 164.
Center Console
Item Description Notes
10. Cold start wait indicator Lights when intake air pre-
heater is operating. Wait until light goes off before
starting engine.
11. Engine shutdown indicator
12. Parking brake indicator Lights when parking brake is
Lights when engine shutdown sequence is activated.
engaged.
See page 65 for more information.
Ground drive is disabled when brake is engaged.
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Center Console
Controls
1. Engine shutdown override button
2. Horn
3. Drilling attachment control*
4. Ignition switch
5. Ground drive foot control
Item Description Notes
1. Engine shutdown override button
2. Horn To sound horn, press.
Press to delay engine shutdown for 30 seconds after cycling ignition switch to OFF.
After 30 seconds, engine will again shut down unless fault condition has been cleared on the diagnostic gauge.
6. Steering column tilt control
7. Auxiliary outlet
8. Reel carrier control*
*optional
See engine manufacturer’s manual for more information.
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Center Console
Item Description Notes
3. Drilling attachment control
To rotate clockwise, press top.
To rotate counterclockwise, press bottom.
Switch returns to neutral when released.
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4. Ignition switch To start engine, insert key and
turn clockwise. To stop engine, turn
counterclockwise.
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5. Ground drive foot control
To move tractor forward, push top of pedal.
NOTICE: Always rotate clockwise during drilling and backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has seized in the bore hole.
For more information about drilling attachment, see page 109.
If engine does not start on first attempt, check that all interlock requirements have been met, return switch to STOP, and try again.
Pedal should automatically return to neutral when released.
6. Steering column tilt control
To move tractor backward, push bottom of pedal.
To increase speed in either direction, push pedal farther from center.
To reduce speed in either direction, release pedal.
To adjust tilt, pull. To secure steering column in
position, release.
For more information, see page 66.
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