Ditch Witch 3700 Operator's Manual 054-516

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SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERVICE

SERVICE

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.

Tractor serial number is located as shown.

Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.

Tractor serial number is located as shown.

Date of Manufacture:

Date of Manufacture:

Date of Purchase:

Date of Purchase:

Tractor Serial Number:

Tractor Serial Number:

Engine Serial Number:

Engine Serial Number:

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SUPPORT PROCEDURE

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SUPPORT PROCEDURE

SUPPORT PROCEDURE

Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment.

Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment.

Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase.

Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase.

Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration.

Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration.

Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturer’s parts may void warranty.

Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturer’s parts may void warranty.

RESOURCES

RESOURCES

Publications

Publications

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering operation, safety, service, and repair of your equipment.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering operation, safety, service, and repair of your equipment.

Ditch Witch Training

Ditch Witch Training

For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

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FOREWORD

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.

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.

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:

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 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. 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.

The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change. 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.

Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.

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Operator’s Manual

Operator’s Manual

3700

3700

Issue Number 4.2/OP-11/03

Issue Number 4.2/OP-11/03

Part Number 054-516

Part Number 054-516

Copyright 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003

Copyright 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003

by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,

by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,

Perry, Oklahoma

Perry, Oklahoma

, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, PermaSoil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.

, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, PermaSoil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Trench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Trench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Backfill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Backfill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

DRILLING ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

DRILLING ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Disassemble Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Disassemble Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Power Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Power Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Backfill Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Backfill Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Trencher Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Trencher Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Trencher Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Trencher Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

3700 Tractor with H313 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

3700 Tractor with H313 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

H314 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

H314 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

H331 Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

H331 Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

H350 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

H350 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

H341 Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

H341 Saw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

A322 Backhoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

A322 Backhoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

1. Rollover Protective Structure

1. Rollover Protective Structure

2. Operator station

2. Operator station

3. Control fenders

3. Control fenders

4. Control console

4. Control console

5. Engine compartment

5. Engine compartment

6. Backfill blade (optional)

6. Backfill blade (optional)

The 3700 is a four-wheel drive, hydrostatic tractor that can be fitted with a wide variety of digging attachments including vibratory plows, saws, trenchers, backhoes, and drilling units.

The 3700 is a four-wheel drive, hydrostatic tractor that can be fitted with a wide variety of digging attachments including vibratory plows, saws, trenchers, backhoes, and drilling units.

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The H313 trencher cut trenches up to 63" (1.6 m) deep and a maximum of 12" (300 mm) wide.

The H313 trencher cut trenches up to 63" (1.6 m) deep and a maximum of 12" (300 mm) wide.

The H314 trencher cuts trenches up to 52" (1.3 m) and a maximum of 12" (300 mm) wide. Hydraulic traverse allows the trencher to move across the full width of the tractor.

The H314 trencher cuts trenches up to 52" (1.3 m) and a maximum of 12" (300 mm) wide. Hydraulic traverse allows the trencher to move across the full width of the tractor.

The H331 plow cuts depths up to 24" (610 mm).

The H331 plow cuts depths up to 24" (610 mm).

The H350 combo features a trencher that cuts trenches up to 42" (1.1 m) deep and 8" (200 mm) wide and a plow that cuts depths up to 24" (610 mm) deep.

The H350 combo features a trencher that cuts trenches up to 42" (1.1 m) deep and 8" (200 mm) wide and a plow that cuts depths up to 24" (610 mm) deep.

The H341 saw cuts frozen ground, asphalt, and concrete at depths up to 18" (455 mm).

The H341 saw cuts frozen ground, asphalt, and concrete at depths up to 18" (455 mm).

The A322 backhoe digs up to 72" (1.8 m) deep.

The A322 backhoe digs up to 72" (1.8 m) deep.

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OVERVIEWS

CONTROLS

CONTROLS

OVERVIEWS

OVERVIEWS

Center Console

Center Console

1. Fuel gauge

8. Horn

1. Fuel gauge

8. Horn

2. Engine tachometer *

9. Ignition switch

2. Engine tachometer *

9. Ignition switch

3. Water temperature gauge *

10. Start interlock

3. Water temperature gauge *

10. Start interlock

4. Hydraulic oil temperature indicator 5. Engine oil temperature indicator 6. Engine oil pressure indicator 7. Auxilliary power outlet (optional)

11. Foot pedal 12. Hand throttle (orange) 13. Start assist switch * 14. Hourmeter 15. Voltmeter * 3700CD only

4. Hydraulic oil temperature indicator 5. Engine oil temperature indicator 6. Engine oil pressure indicator 7. Auxilliary power outlet (optional)

11. Foot pedal 12. Hand throttle (orange) 13. Start assist switch * 14. Hourmeter 15. Voltmeter * 3700CD only

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OVERVIEWS

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Right Fender

Right Fender

1. Ground drive speed/direction control (orange)

1. Ground drive speed/direction control (orange)

2. Backfill blade control

2. Backfill blade control

3. Attachment lift control (green)

3. Attachment lift control (green)

4. Backfill blade tilt control (optional)

4. Backfill blade tilt control (optional)

Left Fender

Left Fender

1. Battery disconnect switch

1. Battery disconnect switch

2. Parking brake (orange)

2. Parking brake (orange)

3. Attachment speed/direction control (yellow)

3. Attachment speed/direction control (yellow)

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Control Console

Control Console

Fuel Gauge

Fuel Gauge

This gauge indicates fuel level in tank. Use only #1 or #2 grade diesel fuel.

This gauge indicates fuel level in tank. Use only #1 or #2 grade diesel fuel.

Engine Tachometer (3700CD)

Engine Tachometer (3700CD)

This gauge displays engine rpm.

This gauge displays engine rpm.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Coolant Temperature Gauge (3700CD)

Coolant Temperature Gauge (3700CD)

This gauge displays cooling system water temperature.

Engine temperature indicator will light and alarm will sound if water temperature is high.

This gauge displays cooling system water temperature.

Engine temperature indicator will light and alarm will sound if water temperature is high.

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Turn off engine and let cool.

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Turn off engine and let cool.

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Check cooling system for low fluid level, seal damage, or leaks.

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Check cooling system for low fluid level, seal damage, or leaks.

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Indicator

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Indicator

This indicator lights when hydraulic oil temperature is high.

Indicator will also light briefly when engine is started. If indicator lights:

This indicator lights when hydraulic oil temperature is high.

Indicator will also light briefly when engine is started. If indicator lights:

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Stop engine.

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Stop engine.

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Check hydraulic oil level.

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Check hydraulic oil level.

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Check that hydraulic oil cooler is clear of debris.

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Check that hydraulic oil cooler is clear of debris.

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Check that hydraulic oil cooler fan turns freely.

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Check that hydraulic oil cooler fan turns freely.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Engine Oil Temperature Indicator

Engine Oil Temperature Indicator

This indicator lights and engine shuts down when engine oil temperature is high. Indicator will also light briefly when engine is started. If indicator lights:

This indicator lights and engine shuts down when engine oil temperature is high. Indicator will also light briefly when engine is started. If indicator lights:

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Stop engine.

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Stop engine.

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Allow engine to cool.

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Allow engine to cool.

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Check blower belt tension.

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Check blower belt tension.

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Check oil level.

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Check oil level.

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Check that blower inlet and cooling fins are clear of debris.

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Check that blower inlet and cooling fins are clear of debris.

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

This indicator lights when engine oil pressure drops. If indicator lights, stop engine and check engine oil level.

This indicator lights when engine oil pressure drops. If indicator lights, stop engine and check engine oil level.

Auxiliary Power Outlet

Auxiliary Power Outlet

This optional outlet can be used to provide power for working lights or other equipment.

This optional outlet can be used to provide power for working lights or other equipment.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Horn

Horn

Push to sound horn.

Push to sound horn.

Ignition Switch

Ignition Switch

This switch is used to start engine.

This switch is used to start engine.

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Insert key and turn it clockwise to start position.

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Insert key and turn it clockwise to start position.

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When engine starts, release key. It will return to on position.

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When engine starts, release key. It will return to on position.

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If engine does not start or is killed, turn switch to off position, then restart.

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If engine does not start or is killed, turn switch to off position, then restart.

Start Interlock

Start Interlock

Lights when conditions necessary to start machine are met. Lights will shine any time:

Lights when conditions necessary to start machine are met. Lights will shine any time:

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Operator is in seat.

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Operator is in seat.

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Ground drive speed/direction control and foot pedal are in neutral.

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Ground drive speed/direction control and foot pedal are in neutral.

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Attachment speed/direction control is in neutral.

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Attachment speed/direction control is in neutral.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Foot Pedal

Foot Pedal

This pedal controls forward and backward tractor movement.

This pedal controls forward and backward tractor movement.

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Press front of pedal to speed forward movement.

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Press front of pedal to speed forward movement.

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Press back of pedal to speed backward movement.

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Press back of pedal to speed backward movement.

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Release to slow movement in either direction.

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Release to slow movement in either direction.

Hand Throttle (orange)

Hand Throttle (orange)

This lever controls engine rpm.

Engine cannot run at speeds lower than hand throttle setting.

This lever controls engine rpm.

Engine cannot run at speeds lower than hand throttle setting.

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Pull up to increase speed.

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Pull up to increase speed.

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Push down to decrease speed.

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Push down to decrease speed.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Start Assist Switch (3700CD)

Start Assist Switch (3700CD)

This switch helps start Caterpillar engine. Use it every time engine is started.

This switch helps start Caterpillar engine. Use it every time engine is started.

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Turn key to on position.

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Turn key to on position.

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Press top of switch for 15-20 seconds.

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Press top of switch for 15-20 seconds.

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Start engine.

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Start engine.

IMPORTANT: If starting engine in temperatures below 40°F (4°C), press switch for 30-40 seconds.

IMPORTANT: If starting engine in temperatures below 40°F (4°C), press switch for 30-40 seconds.

Hourmeter

Hourmeter

This gauge records engine operating time. Use these times to schedule lubrication and maintenance.

This gauge records engine operating time. Use these times to schedule lubrication and maintenance.

Voltmeter

Voltmeter

This gauge measures voltage in electric system. Reading should be near 14 volts with engine running.

If not, stop engine and investigate.

This gauge measures voltage in electric system. Reading should be near 14 volts with engine running.

If not, stop engine and investigate.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Right Fender

Right Fender

Ground Drive Speed/Direction Control (orange)

Ground Drive Speed/Direction Control (orange)

This lever controls unit speed and direction.

This lever controls unit speed and direction.

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Push to go forward.

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Push to go forward.

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Pull to go backward.

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Pull to go backward.

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Move control farther from N (neutral) to go faster in either direction.

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Move control farther from N (neutral) to go faster in either direction.

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Return to N to stop.

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Return to N to stop.

Backfill Blade Control

Backfill Blade Control

This lever controls the position and angle of backfill blade.

This lever controls the position and angle of backfill blade.

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Push forward to lower blade.

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Push forward to lower blade.

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Push forward more until control locks to enter float position.

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Push forward more until control locks to enter float position.

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Pull back to raise blade.

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Pull back to raise blade.

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Move to right to swing blade to right.

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Move to right to swing blade to right.

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Move to left to swing blade to left.

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Move to left to swing blade to left.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Attachment Lift Control (green)

Attachment Lift Control (green)

This control raises or lowers rear attachment.

This control raises or lowers rear attachment.

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Push to lower attachment.

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Push to lower attachment.

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Pull to raise attachment.

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Pull to raise attachment.

Backfill Blade Tilt Control

Backfill Blade Tilt Control

This optional control tilts backfill blade.

This optional control tilts backfill blade.

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Push to tilt right side of blade down.

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Push to tilt right side of blade down.

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Pulll to tilt left side of blade down.

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Pulll to tilt left side of blade down.

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DESCRIPTIONS

DESCRIPTIONS

Left Fender

Left Fender

Battery Disconnect Switch

Battery Disconnect Switch

7KLV VZLWFK GLVFRQQHFWV EDWWHU\ SRZHU Use battery disconnect switch when servicing, welding, and during long-term storage.

7KLV VZLWFK GLVFRQQHFWV EDWWHU\ SRZHU Use battery disconnect switch when servicing, welding, and during long-term storage.

Parking Brake (orange)

Parking Brake (orange)

This lever holds unit at rest.

This lever holds unit at rest.

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Push to release brake.

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Push to release brake.

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Pull to set brake.

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Pull to set brake.

Attachment Speed/Direction Control (yellow)

Attachment Speed/Direction Control (yellow)

This lever controls attachment speed and direction.

This lever controls attachment speed and direction.

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Push to engage forward.

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Push to engage forward.

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Pull to engage reverse.

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Pull to engage reverse.

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Move control farther from neutral position to go faster in either direction.

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Move control farther from neutral position to go faster in either direction.

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Move control to neutral position to stop.

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Move control to neutral position to stop.

IMPORTANT: For instructions about how this control works with each attachment, see specific attachment chapters.

IMPORTANT: For instructions about how this control works with each attachment, see specific attachment chapters.

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SAFETY

SAFETY

Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:

Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:

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Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before using equipment.

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Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before using equipment.

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Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground pipes and cables located and marked before operating equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.

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Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground pipes and cables located and marked before operating equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.

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Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for jobsite.

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Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for jobsite.

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Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.

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Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.

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Wear personal protective equipment.

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Wear personal protective equipment.

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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.

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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.

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Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.

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Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.

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Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate anything that does not look or feel right.

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Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate anything that does not look or feel right.

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Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.

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Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.

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Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.

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Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.

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ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

Fire Extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher

If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.

If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Lighting Kit

Lighting Kit

If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information.

If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information.

UNDERGROUND HAZARDS

UNDERGROUND HAZARDS

Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.

Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.

Hazards include:

Hazards include:

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Electric lines

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Electric lines

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Natural gas lines

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Natural gas lines

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Fiber optic cables

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Fiber optic cables

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Water lines

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Water lines

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Sewer lines

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Sewer lines

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Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases

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Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases

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Storage tanks

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Storage tanks

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and check that all safety precautions have been taken.

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.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position or push remote engine stop button.

Electric Strike Description

Electric Strike Description

When working near electric cables, remember the following:

When working near electric cables, remember the following:

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Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least resistance.

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Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least resistance.

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Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all equipment.

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Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all equipment.

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Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than 440 volts.

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Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than 440 volts.

Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike include:

Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike include:

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power outage

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power outage

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smoke

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smoke

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explosion

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explosion

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popping noises

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popping noises

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arcing electricity

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arcing electricity

If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.

If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

If an Electric Line is Damaged

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.

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.

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Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.

Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility.

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Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.

Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility.

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Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.

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Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.

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Contact utility company to shut off power.

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Contact utility company to shut off power.

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Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.

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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.

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.

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LEAVE AREA.

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LEAVE AREA.

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Contact utility company to shut off power.

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Contact utility company to shut off power.

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Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.

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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

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.

If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the situation.

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Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.

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Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.

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Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.

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Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and quickly.

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Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should leave the area.

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Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should leave the area.

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Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.

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Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.

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Immediately call your local emergency phone number and utility company.

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Immediately call your local emergency phone number and utility company.

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If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.

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If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.

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Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency personnel and utility company.

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Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency personnel and utility company.

If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged

If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged

Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.

Vision damage can occur.

Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.

Vision damage can occur.

If Machine Catches on Fire

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.

Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the situation.

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Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to disconnect position.

•

Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to disconnect position.

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If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to extinguish fire.

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If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to extinguish fire.

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If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as possible and contact emergency personnel.

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If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as possible and contact emergency personnel.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Inspecting Jobsite

Inspecting Jobsite

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Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar regulations.

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Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar regulations.

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Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call.

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Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call.

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Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground hazards, such as:

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Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground hazards, such as:

– “Buried utility” notices

– “Buried utility” notices

– Utility facilities without overhead lines

– Utility facilities without overhead lines

– Gas or water meters

– Gas or water meters

– Junction boxes

– Junction boxes

– Drop boxes

– Drop boxes

– Light poles

– Light poles

– Manhole covers

– Manhole covers

– Sunken ground

– Sunken ground

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Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep area within 20’ (6 m) to each side of trench path. Verify previously marked line and cable locations.

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Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep area within 20’ (6 m) to each side of trench path. Verify previously marked line and cable locations.

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Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions.

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Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions.

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Classify jobsite.

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Classify jobsite.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Selecting a Classification

Selecting a Classification

Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present.

Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present.

If working . . .

then classify jobsite as . . .

If working . . .

then classify jobsite as . . .

within 10’ (3 m) of a buried electric line

electric

within 10’ (3 m) of a buried electric line

electric

within 10’ (3 m) of a natural gas line

natural gas

within 10’ (3 m) of a natural gas line

natural gas

in sand or granite which is capable of producing crystalline silica (quartz) dust

crystalline silica (quartz) dust

in sand or granite which is capable of producing crystalline silica (quartz) dust

crystalline silica (quartz) dust

within 10’ (3 m) of any other hazard

other

within 10’ (3 m) of any other hazard

other

NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.

NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Applying Precautions

Applying Precautions

Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be taken.

Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be taken.

Electric Jobsite Precautions

Electric Jobsite Precautions

Use one or both of these methods.

Use one or both of these methods.

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Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

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Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

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Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have electric company test lines before returning them to service.

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Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have electric company test lines before returning them to service.

Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions

Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions

In addition to positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use one or both of these methods.

In addition to positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use one or both of these methods.

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Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

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Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

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Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas company test lines before returning them to service.

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Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas company test lines before returning them to service.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions

Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions

Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz).

Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz).

Other Jobsite Precautions

Other Jobsite Precautions

You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about hazards present at each site to determine which precautions should be taken or if job should be attempted.

You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about hazards present at each site to determine which precautions should be taken or if job should be attempted.

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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.

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.

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 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, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate 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.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.

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.

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.

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.

Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death.

Provide ventilation.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

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.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury.

Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Moving parts could cut off hand or foot. Stay away.

Moving parts could cut off hand or foot. Stay away.

Fall possible. Riders can fall from machine and be injured or killed. Only operator is allowed on machine.

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.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow directions carefully.

Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow directions carefully.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Looking into fiber optic cable could result in permanent vision damage. Do not look into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.

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.

Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position.

Fluid or air pressure 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.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

Fire or explosion possible. Fumes could ignite and cause burns. No smoking, no flame, no spark.

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.

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.

Hot pressurized cooling system fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool before servicing.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.

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

Flying objects may cause injury.

Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Flying objects may cause injury.

Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Hot parts may cause burns. Do not

Hot parts may cause burns. Do not

touch until cool.

touch until cool.

Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.

Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.

Fall possible. Slips or trips may result in injury. Keep area clean.

Fall possible. Slips or trips may result in injury. Keep area clean.

Battery acid may cause burns.

Battery acid may cause burns.

Avoid contact.

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).

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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3700 - TRACTOR DAILY INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION

TRACTOR

TRACTOR

DAILY INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION

For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following before each day’s work.

For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following before each day’s work.

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Check general appearance of tractor and attachments. Look for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks.

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Check general appearance of tractor and attachments. Look for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks.

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Check condition of all wear items such as brake pads and disc, fan belts, light bulbs, etc. Check condition of attachment wear items.

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Check condition of all wear items such as brake pads and disc, fan belts, light bulbs, etc. Check condition of attachment wear items.

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Check fuel and coolant level.

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Check fuel and coolant level.

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Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and readable.

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Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and readable.

Service machine according to schedules in LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE and in engine manufacturer’s guide.

Service machine according to schedules in LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE and in engine manufacturer’s guide.

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START-UP

START-UP

START-UP

START-UP

Before operating tractor, read engine manufacturer’s starting and operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine break-in.

Before operating tractor, read engine manufacturer’s starting and operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine break-in.

Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position.

Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Do not use rear steer when driving.

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Do not use rear steer when driving.

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Wear hard hat, safety glasses, and other protective equipment required by job. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing that can catch on controls.

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Wear hard hat, safety glasses, and other protective equipment required by job. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing that can catch on controls.

1. Fasten and adjust seatbelt.

1. Fasten and adjust seatbelt.

2. Check that speed/direction control and attachment speed/ direction control are in neutral.

2. Check that speed/direction control and attachment speed/ direction control are in neutral.

3. Move throttle to idle.

3. Move throttle to idle.

4. Check that parking brake is engaged.

4. Check that parking brake is engaged.

5. On 3700CD only, press top of start assist switch (see CONTROLS).

5. On 3700CD only, press top of start assist switch (see CONTROLS).

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START-UP

6. Turn key. Warning horn will sound. Indicators will light.

6. Turn key. Warning horn will sound. Indicators will light.

If engine does not turn, check start interlock display. See CONTROLS. If engine turns but does not start within 10 seconds, allow starter to cool before trying to start again.

If engine does not turn, check start interlock display. See CONTROLS. If engine turns but does not start within 10 seconds, allow starter to cool before trying to start again.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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If warning horn does not sound, have machine serviced.

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If warning horn does not sound, have machine serviced.

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Machine will run for six seconds then shut down if start interlock requirements are not met.

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Machine will run for six seconds then shut down if start interlock requirements are not met.

7. Run engine at half-throttle or less for five minutes before operating tractor.

7. Run engine at half-throttle or less for five minutes before operating tractor.

During warm-up, check that all controls work properly.

During warm-up, check that all controls work properly.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.

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OPERATION

OPERATION

OPERATION

OPERATION

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

NOTICE: Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive slowly and cautiously.

NOTICE: Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive slowly and cautiously.

1. Raise backfill blade, reel carrier, and rear attachments.

1. Raise backfill blade, reel carrier, and rear attachments.

2. Release parking brake.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Adjust throttle.

3. Adjust throttle.

4. Move speed/direction control to forward or reverse OR press upper or lower part of foot pedal.

4. Move speed/direction control to forward or reverse OR press upper or lower part of foot pedal.

IMPORTANT: Speed and direction are controlled by both the speed/direction control hand lever and the foot pedal. Be careful when operating tractor that both controls are not used at the same time. If controls are moved in opposite directions at the same time, tractor will not move.

IMPORTANT: Speed and direction are controlled by both the speed/direction control hand lever and the foot pedal. Be careful when operating tractor that both controls are not used at the same time. If controls are moved in opposite directions at the same time, tractor will not move.

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SHUTDOWN

SHUTDOWN

SHUTDOWN

SHUTDOWN

1. When job is complete, move speed/direction control to neutral. Engage parking brake.

1. When job is complete, move speed/direction control to neutral. Engage parking brake.

2. Lower all attachments to ground.

2. Lower all attachments to ground.

3. Move throttle to idle and turn key to off position.

3. Move throttle to idle and turn key to off position.

4. For maintenance or long-term storage, turn battery disconnect switch to disconnect position.

4. For maintenance or long-term storage, turn battery disconnect switch to disconnect position.

1. Battery disconnect (3700)

1. Battery disconnect (3700)

2. Battery disconnect (3700CD)

2. Battery disconnect (3700CD)

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3700 - TRANSPORTATION LIFT

LIFT

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

LIFT

LIFT

Points

Points

Lifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at any other point is unsafe and can damage machinery.

Lifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at any other point is unsafe and can damage machinery.

Procedure

Procedure

Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment’s size and weight. Do not attempt to lift tractor with attachments installed.

Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment’s size and weight. Do not attempt to lift tractor with attachments installed.

Crushing weight. If load falls or moves, it could kill or crush you. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight. If load falls or moves, it could kill or crush you. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

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TIEDOWN

3700 - TRANSPORTATION TIEDOWN

TIEDOWN

TIEDOWN

Points

Points

Tiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing unit to trailer at any other points may be unsafe and can damage machinery.

Tiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing unit to trailer at any other points may be unsafe and can damage machinery.

Procedure

Procedure

Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure tiedowns are tight before transporting unit.

Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure tiedowns are tight before transporting unit.

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HAUL

HAUL

HAUL

HAUL Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

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Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Read trailer operator’s manual before loading or transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine can slip or cause trailer sway.

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Read trailer operator’s manual before loading or transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine can slip or cause trailer sway.

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Park, load, and unload trailer on a level part of jobsite. Check that unit and trailer do not exceed size or weight regulations.

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Park, load, and unload trailer on a level part of jobsite. Check that unit and trailer do not exceed size or weight regulations.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

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HAUL

HAUL

Loading

Loading

1. Fasten seatbelt and start engine. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures.

1. Fasten seatbelt and start engine. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures.

2. Raise attachments, but keep them low.

2. Raise attachments, but keep them low.

3. Move attachments to center position and check that they are not in float.

3. Move attachments to center position and check that they are not in float.

4. Release parking brake.

4. Release parking brake.

5. SSlowly drive tractor onto trailer until tie-down position is reached.

5. SSlowly drive tractor onto trailer until tie-down position is reached.

6. Engage parking brake.

6. Engage parking brake.

7. Lower attachments to trailer bed and turn off engine.

7. Lower attachments to trailer bed and turn off engine.

8. Securely chain tractor and attachments to trailer using tiedowns.

8. Securely chain tractor and attachments to trailer using tiedowns.

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HAUL

Unloading

Unloading

1. Check that parking brake is engaged and ground drive control is in neutral.

1. Check that parking brake is engaged and ground drive control is in neutral.

2. Remove tiedowns.

2. Remove tiedowns.

3. Fasten and adjust seatbelt and start engine.

3. Fasten and adjust seatbelt and start engine.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.

4. Raise attachments, but keep them low and centered.

4. Raise attachments, but keep them low and centered.

5. Release parking brake.

5. Release parking brake.

6. Slowly back tractor off trailer.

6. Slowly back tractor off trailer.

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TOW

TOW

TOW

TOW Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit becomes disabled and towing is necessary,

Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit becomes disabled and towing is necessary,

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tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h),

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tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h),

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do not tow for more than 200 yd (183 m),

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do not tow for more than 200 yd (183 m),

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steering will be very difficult.

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steering will be very difficult.

1. Attach tow line to all available tie-down points facing towing vehicle.

1. Attach tow line to all available tie-down points facing towing vehicle.

2. Bypass hydraulic system.

2. Bypass hydraulic system.

Remove tunnel cover and loosen bypass valve two turns. Valve is on left rear of front pump.

Remove tunnel cover and loosen bypass valve two turns. Valve is on left rear of front pump.

3. Fasten seat belt.

3. Fasten seat belt.

4. Disengage parking brake.

4. Disengage parking brake.

5. Check that ground drive and attachment speed/direction controls are in neutral position.

5. Check that ground drive and attachment speed/direction controls are in neutral position.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or boring.

NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or boring.

Electrical shock. Contacting electrical lines will cause death or serious injury.

Know location of lines and stay away.

Electrical shock. Contacting electrical lines will cause death or serious injury.

Know location of lines and stay away.

NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution.

Expose lines by hand before digging.

NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution.

Expose lines by hand before digging.

Incorrect procedures can result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures can result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

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SETUP

SETUP

SETUP

SETUP

Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury. Stay away.

Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury. Stay away.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

3. Raise boom and backfill blade.

3. Raise boom and backfill blade.

4. Release parking brake.

4. Release parking brake.

5. Adjust throttle and drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench.

5. Adjust throttle and drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench.

6. Lower backfill blade.

6. Lower backfill blade.

7. Engage parking brake.

7. Engage parking brake.

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SETUP

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call service and utility notification before digging or boring.

NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call service and utility notification before digging or boring.

8. Lower boom to just above ground.

8. Lower boom to just above ground.

9. Check that attachment speed/direction control and ground drive control are in neutral.

9. Check that attachment speed/direction control and ground drive control are in neutral.

10. If equipped with combo, move selector valve to trenching position.

10. If equipped with combo, move selector valve to trenching position.

11. Check that boom is in line with planned trench.

11. Check that boom is in line with planned trench.

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TRENCH

TRENCH

TRENCH

TRENCH

1. Lower backfill blade to reduce shock when trenching begins.

1. Lower backfill blade to reduce shock when trenching begins.

2. Adjust throttle.

2. Adjust throttle.

Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury. Stay away.

Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury. Stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Machine might lunge when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.

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Machine might lunge when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

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TRENCH

TRENCH

3. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.

DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE.

3. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.

DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE.

4. Increase engine speed to full throttle.

4. Increase engine speed to full throttle.

5. Slowly lower digging boom to trench depth.

5. Slowly lower digging boom to trench depth.

6. Raise backfill blade.

6. Raise backfill blade.

7. Release parking brake.

7. Release parking brake.

8. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.

8. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.

9. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.

9. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.

10. Adjust throttle.

10. Adjust throttle.

11. Raise boom.

11. Raise boom.

As boom clears top of trench, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.

As boom clears top of trench, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.

12. Drive forward, lower backfill blade and boom.

12. Drive forward, lower backfill blade and boom.

13. Engage parking brake.

13. Engage parking brake.

14. Move throttle to idle and turn ignition switch to OFF.

14. Move throttle to idle and turn ignition switch to OFF.

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BACKFILL

BACKFILL

BACKFILL

BACKFILL

1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim tractor at outer edge of spoils.

1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim tractor at outer edge of spoils.

2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour.

2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour.

3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once.

3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once.

4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary.

4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary.

5. Make final pass over trench.

5. Make final pass over trench.

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OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

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Avoid using badly worn teeth. When replacing teeth, maintain original pattern. Use Ditch Witch replacement teeth.

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Avoid using badly worn teeth. When replacing teeth, maintain original pattern. Use Ditch Witch replacement teeth.

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Operate engine at full throttle.

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Operate engine at full throttle.

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Sight along center of hood to a stake driven beyond end of trench line for straight trench.

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Sight along center of hood to a stake driven beyond end of trench line for straight trench.

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Use correct length boom. See your Ditch Witch dealer for more information.

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Use correct length boom. See your Ditch Witch dealer for more information.

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Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when turning.

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Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when turning.

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If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral and raise boom slightly.

Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually, turn engine off and engage parking brake.

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If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment speed/direction control to neutral and raise boom slightly.

Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually, turn engine off and engage parking brake.

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When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and use shortest possible boom at full depth.

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When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and use shortest possible boom at full depth.

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Always start trenching with attachment speed set at low. If soil conditions permit optimum digging at higher speed, select high.

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Always start trenching with attachment speed set at low. If soil conditions permit optimum digging at higher speed, select high.

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For optimum spoils delivery, adjust the auger positions forward or backward to accommodate terrain and digging depth.

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For optimum spoils delivery, adjust the auger positions forward or backward to accommodate terrain and digging depth.

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Before operating booms equipped with rock chains, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit block.

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Before operating booms equipped with rock chains, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit block.

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Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels.

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Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

3700 - TRENCHER ATTACHMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Chain

Chain

A variety of chains, teeth, and tooth patterns are available to provide efficient digging at any jobsite. For more information, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

A variety of chains, teeth, and tooth patterns are available to provide efficient digging at any jobsite. For more information, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

Booms

Booms

Standard and alligator booms are availavle with sprocket or large tail rollers. Ask your Ditch Witch dealer about the boom best suited to your equipment and jobsite.

Standard and alligator booms are availavle with sprocket or large tail rollers. Ask your Ditch Witch dealer about the boom best suited to your equipment and jobsite.

Trench Cleaner

Trench Cleaner

Trench cleaners remove spoils from trench floor. For more information about trench cleaners, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

Trench cleaners remove spoils from trench floor. For more information about trench cleaners, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

Cable Feed Chutes

Cable Feed Chutes

A feed chute can be attached to many trench cleaners. Cable feed chutes deposit cable on trench floor as trench is dug. To determine if a cable feed chute is available for your equipment, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

A feed chute can be attached to many trench cleaners. Cable feed chutes deposit cable on trench floor as trench is dug. To determine if a cable feed chute is available for your equipment, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

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SETUP

SETUP

PLOW ATTACHMENT

SETUP

PLOW ATTACHMENT

SETUP Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment and soil type.

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Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment and soil type.

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Do not operate vibrator unless plow is in ground.

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Do not operate vibrator unless plow is in ground.

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SETUP

SETUP

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

2. Start tractor.

2. Start tractor.

3. Raise attachments.

3. Raise attachments.

4. Release parking brake.

4. Release parking brake.

5. Drive to starting point of trench.

5. Drive to starting point of trench.

6. Lower backfill blade.

6. Lower backfill blade.

7. Engage parking brake.

7. Engage parking brake.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Plow will swing freely if in float.

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Plow will swing freely if in float.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

8. Lower plow to starting point of trench.

8. Lower plow to starting point of trench.

9. Turn off engine.

9. Turn off engine.

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SETUP

SETUP

10. Attach material being pulled or fed.

10. Attach material being pulled or fed.

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Insert material into pulling grip.

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Insert material into pulling grip.

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Tape grip with duct tape.

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Tape grip with duct tape.

Feed:

Feed:

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Remove cable guide.

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Remove cable guide.

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Feed cable through tube from top to bottom.

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Feed cable through tube from top to bottom.

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Replace cable guide and tighten fasteners.

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Replace cable guide and tighten fasteners.

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Secure cable.

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Secure cable.

NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being installed.

NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being installed.

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PLOW

PLOW

PLOW

PLOW

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

3. Raise attachments and release parking brake.

3. Raise attachments and release parking brake.

4. Check that ground drive control is in neutral.

4. Check that ground drive control is in neutral.

5. If equipped with combo, move selector valve to plow position.

If equipped with backfill blade tilt/attachment swing valve and control, move selector to swing position.

5. If equipped with combo, move selector valve to plow position.

If equipped with backfill blade tilt/attachment swing valve and control, move selector to swing position.

6. Raise backfill blade.

6. Raise backfill blade.

7. Push ground drive control forward to plowing speed and lower plow blade into ground.

7. Push ground drive control forward to plowing speed and lower plow blade into ground.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICE: Lower plow into ground before moving plow lift control or plow swing control to float.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICE: Lower plow into ground before moving plow lift control or plow swing control to float.

8. Move plow lift control to float.

8. Move plow lift control to float.

9. Move plow swing control to float.

9. Move plow swing control to float.

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PLOW

PLOW

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or boring.

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Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or boring.

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Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call.

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Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call.

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Do not drive backward with plow in ground.

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Do not drive backward with plow in ground.

10. Move throttle to full open.

10. Move throttle to full open.

11. Move attachment speed/direction control out of neutral.

PLOW WILL VIBRATE.

11. Move attachment speed/direction control out of neutral.

PLOW WILL VIBRATE.

12. Continue to end of cut.

12. Continue to end of cut.

13. Move plow swing to neutral.

13. Move plow swing to neutral.

14. With vibrator running, raise plow to ground level.

14. With vibrator running, raise plow to ground level.

NOTICE: Do not operate vibrator when plow is out of the ground. This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid wear and possible damage to the unit.

NOTICE: Do not operate vibrator when plow is out of the ground. This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid wear and possible damage to the unit.

15. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.

15. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.

16. Engage parking brake and lower backfill blade.

16. Engage parking brake and lower backfill blade.

17. Stop engine and remove product from plow.

17. Stop engine and remove product from plow.

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OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

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If material must be at a constant depth, dig starting and target trenches.

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If material must be at a constant depth, dig starting and target trenches.

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Check cable for damage during plowing. Run continuity checks on electric cable and check pipe pressure. Damage can result from improper operation, incorrect blade choice, striking underground obstructions, or other conditions.

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Check cable for damage during plowing. Run continuity checks on electric cable and check pipe pressure. Damage can result from improper operation, incorrect blade choice, striking underground obstructions, or other conditions.

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Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy grass cover or surface clutter.

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Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy grass cover or surface clutter.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Blades

Blades

Several blade lengths and types are available. See your authorized Ditch Witch dealer to select the blade right for your needs.

Several blade lengths and types are available. See your authorized Ditch Witch dealer to select the blade right for your needs.

Reel Carrier

Reel Carrier

Reel carriers are designed to fit your Ditch Witch equipment and speed cable installation. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

Reel carriers are designed to fit your Ditch Witch equipment and speed cable installation. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer.

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SETUP

SAW ATTACHMENT

SAW ATTACHMENT

SETUP

SETUP

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.

Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer.

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SETUP

Before First Use and After Replacing Bits

SETUP

Before First Use and After Replacing Bits

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be performed with engine shut off.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be performed with engine shut off.

Check bit clearance.

Check bit clearance.

1. Check that all bits are properly secured.

1. Check that all bits are properly secured.

2. Check that all bit retaining rings are secure.

2. Check that all bit retaining rings are secure.

3. Spin wheel by hand and listen for bits hitting impeller.

3. Spin wheel by hand and listen for bits hitting impeller.

4. If bits hit impeller, loosen bolts on impeller door weldment and raise impeller slightly. Add washers to bolts to maintain spacing. Repeat steps 1-3.

4. If bits hit impeller, loosen bolts on impeller door weldment and raise impeller slightly. Add washers to bolts to maintain spacing. Repeat steps 1-3.

5. If bits do not hit impeller:

5. If bits do not hit impeller:

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Set parking brake.

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Set parking brake.

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Fasten and adjust seat belt.

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Fasten and adjust seat belt.

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Start tractor and adjust throttle.

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Start tractor and adjust throttle.

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Raise saw slightly.

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Raise saw slightly.

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Use attachment speed/direction control to rotate saw slowly. As it rotates, listen for clicking sounds. If clicking is present, repeat steps 1-4.

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Use attachment speed/direction control to rotate saw slowly. As it rotates, listen for clicking sounds. If clicking is present, repeat steps 1-4.

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SETUP

Normal Use

Normal Use

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.

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Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your equipment.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

2. Start tractor and adjust throttle.

3. Raise saw.

3. Raise saw.

4. Release parking brake.

4. Release parking brake.

5. Adjust throttle and drive to starting point. Move in line with trench.

5. Adjust throttle and drive to starting point. Move in line with trench.

6. Lower backfill blade.

6. Lower backfill blade.

7. Engage parking brake.

7. Engage parking brake.

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SETUP

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury.

Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call service and utility notification before digging or boring.

NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call service and utility notification before digging or boring.

8. Lower saw to just above ground.

8. Lower saw to just above ground.

9. Hold skid shoe and remove pins from one stabilizer.

9. Hold skid shoe and remove pins from one stabilizer.

10. Lower skid until distance from bottom of skid shoe to bottom of saw bits equals desired trench depth.

10. Lower skid until distance from bottom of skid shoe to bottom of saw bits equals desired trench depth.

11. Reinsert pins.

11. Reinsert pins.

12. Repeat process on other stabilizer. Be sure stabilizers are set at same depth.

12. Repeat process on other stabilizer. Be sure stabilizers are set at same depth.

13. Support wheel guard with handle. Lift and pull stow lock and lower wheel guard into operating position.

13. Support wheel guard with handle. Lift and pull stow lock and lower wheel guard into operating position.

14. Check that saw is in line with planned trench and that tires are pointing straight ahead.

14. Check that saw is in line with planned trench and that tires are pointing straight ahead.

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SAW

SAW

SAW

SAW

1. Adjust throttle.

1. Adjust throttle.

Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.

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Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

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Machine might lunge when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.

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Machine might lunge when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

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Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, attachments, and their range of movement.

Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

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SAW

SAW

2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.

SAW WILL TURN.

2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.

SAW WILL TURN.

3. Slowly lower saw to trench depth.

3. Slowly lower saw to trench depth.

4. Raise backfill blade.

4. Raise backfill blade.

5. Release parking brake.

5. Release parking brake.

6. Increase engine speed to full throttle.

6. Increase engine speed to full throttle.

7. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.

7. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.

8. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.

8. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.

9. Adjust throttle.

9. Adjust throttle.

10. Raise saw and stabilizers.

10. Raise saw and stabilizers.

As saw clears top of trench, move attachment speed/ direction control to neutral.

As saw clears top of trench, move attachment speed/ direction control to neutral.

11. Drive forward, lower backfill blade and saw, engage parking brake, and turn ignition switch to off.

11. Drive forward, lower backfill blade and saw, engage parking brake, and turn ignition switch to off.

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OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

OPERATING TIPS

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Work slowly and carefully.

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Work slowly and carefully.

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Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water before parking unit overnight.

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Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water before parking unit overnight.

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Before operating saw, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit block.

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Before operating saw, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit block.

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For best results, use retaining clip loading and removing tool and a knock-out bar included with saw to remove and reinsert bits.

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For best results, use retaining clip loading and removing tool and a knock-out bar included with saw to remove and reinsert bits.

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Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels.

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Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels.

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Saw use is not recommended for soft, wet, or sticky soil conditions.

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Saw use is not recommended for soft, wet, or sticky soil conditions.

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Lower saw into softer material then move into harder or abrasive material. For example, lower saw into dirt at shoulder before cutting across road.

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Lower saw into softer material then move into harder or abrasive material. For example, lower saw into dirt at shoulder before cutting across road.

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If a curved trench must be cut, make a series of straight cuts.

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If a curved trench must be cut, make a series of straight cuts.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Bits and Bit Holders

Bits and Bit Holders

Using worn bits and bit holders will reduce efficiency and damage equipment. Replacement bits and bit holders are available from your Ditch Witch dealer.

Using worn bits and bit holders will reduce efficiency and damage equipment. Replacement bits and bit holders are available from your Ditch Witch dealer.

Block Repair Jigs

Block Repair Jigs

If the block or plate housing bit holders is worn or damaged, a new block can be welded to saw. Use Block Repair Jig available from your Ditch Witch dealer and an E7018 or stronger electrode.

If the block or plate housing bit holders is worn or damaged, a new block can be welded to saw. Use Block Repair Jig available from your Ditch Witch dealer and an E7018 or stronger electrode.

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CONTROL OVERVIEW

CONTROL OVERVIEW

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT

CONTROL OVERVIEW

CONTROL OVERVIEW

12. Remote throttle control

12. Remote throttle control

13. Boom/swing control

13. Boom/swing control

14. Left stabilizer control

14. Left stabilizer control

15. Right stabilizer control

15. Right stabilizer control

16. Bucket/dipper control

16. Bucket/dipper control

17. Remote engine stop

17. Remote engine stop

18. Seat latch control

18. Seat latch control

19. Neutral switch

19. Neutral switch

20. Mechanical stow lock control

20. Mechanical stow lock control

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CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

Remote Throttle

Remote Throttle

This lever controls engine speed.

This lever controls engine speed.

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Push to increase.

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Push to increase.

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Pull to decrease.

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Pull to decrease.

Boom/Swing Control

Boom/Swing Control

This control moves boom left or right and raises or lowers boom.

This control moves boom left or right and raises or lowers boom.

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Move left to swing left.

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Move left to swing left.

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Move right to swing right.

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Move right to swing right.

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Pull to raise.

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Pull to raise.

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Push to lower.

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Push to lower.

Control can perform more than one action at a time. Used together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations.

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Control can perform more than one action at a time. Used together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations.

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CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

Stabilizer Controls

Stabilizer Controls

These controls raise or lower stabilizers.

These controls raise or lower stabilizers.

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Pull to raise.

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Pull to raise.

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Push to lower.

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Push to lower.

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Bucket/Dipper Control

Bucket/Dipper Control

This control opens or closes bucket and moves dipper in or out.

This control opens or closes bucket and moves dipper in or out.

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Move right to open bucket

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Move right to open bucket

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Move left to close bucket.

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Move left to close bucket.

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Pull to move dipper in.

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Pull to move dipper in.

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Push to move dipper out.

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Push to move dipper out.

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Control can perform more than one action at a time. Used together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations.

Control can perform more than one action at a time. Used together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations.

Remote Engine Stop

Remote Engine Stop

This control stops machine engine.

This control stops machine engine.

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Push to stop.

Push to stop.

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CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

Seat Latch Control

Seat Latch Control

This control latches and unlatches seat.

This control latches and unlatches seat.

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Pull latch.

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Pull latch.

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Move seat.

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Move seat.

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Release latch to lock. Ensure latch is locked.

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Release latch to lock. Ensure latch is locked.

Neutral Switch

Neutral Switch

This control allows tractor to be moved from backhoe operator’s station.

This control allows tractor to be moved from backhoe operator’s station.

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Press switch.

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Press switch.

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Use bucket/dipper control to move machine.

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Use bucket/dipper control to move machine.

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Release switch.

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Release switch.

Mechanical Stow Lock Control

Mechanical Stow Lock Control

This control locks boom during transport.

This control locks boom during transport.

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Push to lock.

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Push to lock.

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Pull to unlock.

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Pull to unlock.

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SETUP

SETUP

SETUP

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Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICE: Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from maximum reach of backhoe.

NOTICE: Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from maximum reach of backhoe.

1. Move speed/direction control to neutral position.

1. Move speed/direction control to neutral position.

2. Engage parking brake if not on level ground.

2. Engage parking brake if not on level ground.

3. Lower rear attachment to 6" (152 mm) above ground.

3. Lower rear attachment to 6" (152 mm) above ground.

4. Check that backfill blade is straight and lower it to ground.

4. Check that backfill blade is straight and lower it to ground.

5. Adjust engine speed to idle.

5. Adjust engine speed to idle.

6. Move to backhoe operator's position.

6. Move to backhoe operator's position.

7. Lower stabilizers enough to lift front tires off ground.

7. Lower stabilizers enough to lift front tires off ground.

8. Disengage stow lock.

8. Disengage stow lock.

9. Adjust remote throttle to desired speed.

9. Adjust remote throttle to desired speed.

NOTICE: Engine speed affects speed of backhoe operation.

NOTICE: Engine speed affects speed of backhoe operation.

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OPERATION

OPERATION

OPERATION

OPERATION

1. Use boom/swing control and bucket/dipper control to dig hole or trench.

1. Use boom/swing control and bucket/dipper control to dig hole or trench.

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Keep dipper and boom at right angles as much as possible for maximum power. Keep bucket in line with dipper as much as possible.

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Keep dipper and boom at right angles as much as possible for maximum power. Keep bucket in line with dipper as much as possible.

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Position bucket so teeth cut soil. As bucket is cut, curl bucket under dipper.

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Position bucket so teeth cut soil. As bucket is cut, curl bucket under dipper.

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Move dipper and bucket together. Increasing engine speed will not increase backhoe force.

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Move dipper and bucket together. Increasing engine speed will not increase backhoe force.

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2. To move tractor and backhoe:

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2. To move tractor and backhoe:

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Raise stabilizers.

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Raise stabilizers.

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Press and hold neutral switch to floor.

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Press and hold neutral switch to floor.

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Move bucket to ground and push tractor backward.

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Move bucket to ground and push tractor backward.

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Release switch and lower stabilizers.

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Release switch and lower stabilizers.

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Continue digging.

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Continue digging.

3. When hole or trench is complete, lift boom to highest position while keeping dipper pointed at ground.

3. When hole or trench is complete, lift boom to highest position while keeping dipper pointed at ground.

4. Curl bucket closed and move dipper toward boom.

4. Curl bucket closed and move dipper toward boom.

5. Latch stow lock to boom.

5. Latch stow lock to boom.

6. Raise stabilizers completely.

6. Raise stabilizers completely.

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OPERATION

DRILLING ATTACHMENT

DRILLING ATTACHMENT

Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.

Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.

NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill pipe during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill pipe while drilling.

NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill pipe during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill pipe while drilling.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment.

NOTICE: Set up warning barriers and keep people away from equipment and jobsite while drilling.

NOTICE: Set up warning barriers and keep people away from equipment and jobsite while drilling.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.

Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.

Learn to use equipment correctly.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.

Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.

NOTICE: Do not tape or tie down switch or lever.

NOTICE: Do not tape or tie down switch or lever.

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DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION

DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION

DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION

DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION

Drilling Control

Drilling Control

This switch controls drill string rotation.

This switch controls drill string rotation.

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To rotate clockwise, press top.

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To rotate clockwise, press top.

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To rotate counterclockwise, press bottom

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To rotate counterclockwise, press bottom

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IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during drilling and backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole.

IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during drilling and backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole.

IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT:

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This switch is spring-loaded and will automatically stop the drilling attachment when released.

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This switch is spring-loaded and will automatically stop the drilling attachment when released.

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If using only remote handle, switch will not be mounted on dash.

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If using only remote handle, switch will not be mounted on dash.

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PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

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Approach Trench (1)

Approach Trench (1)

1. Mark path where you intend to drill.

1. Mark path where you intend to drill.

2. Dig an approach trench (1) along the intended drill path.

2. Dig an approach trench (1) along the intended drill path.

IMPORTANT: The approach trench should be at least:

IMPORTANT: The approach trench should be at least:

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deep enough for pipe to lay flat and enter soil at correct angle

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deep enough for pipe to lay flat and enter soil at correct angle

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20’ (6 m) long

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20’ (6 m) long

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4" (100 mm) wide

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4" (100 mm) wide

Target Trench (2)

Target Trench (2)

1. Select a completion point for the drilling project.

1. Select a completion point for the drilling project.

2. Dig a target trench (2) across the anticipated completion point.

2. Dig a target trench (2) across the anticipated completion point.

IMPORTANT: The actual length of the target trench depends on soil conditions and length of pipe sections.

Make it deep enough for drill bit to enter slightly above the trench floor.

IMPORTANT: The actual length of the target trench depends on soil conditions and length of pipe sections.

Make it deep enough for drill bit to enter slightly above the trench floor.

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Drill Pipe and Equipment

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PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

Drill Pipe and Equipment

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1. Assemble at least 20’ (6 m), but not more than 30’ (9 m), of drill rod.

1. Assemble at least 20’ (6 m), but not more than 30’ (9 m), of drill rod.

NOTICE: More than 10-15’ (3-4.5 m) of drill rod out of the trench increases the tendency of drill rod to bend.

NOTICE: More than 10-15’ (3-4.5 m) of drill rod out of the trench increases the tendency of drill rod to bend.

2. Install drill bit to the cutting end of the drill string.

2. Install drill bit to the cutting end of the drill string.

3. Put drill string in approach trench.

3. Put drill string in approach trench.

4. Move tractor to the approach trench and align the drilling attachment with the intended bore path.

4. Move tractor to the approach trench and align the drilling attachment with the intended bore path.

5. Turn off engine.

5. Turn off engine.

6. Attach drill string to drilling attachment.

6. Attach drill string to drilling attachment.

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DRILL

DRILL

DRILL

DRILL

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Release drilling control and turn ignition switch to STOP.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Release drilling control and turn ignition switch to STOP.

1. Start tractor’s engine and begin clockwise (forward) rotation.

1. Start tractor’s engine and begin clockwise (forward) rotation.

2. Slowly advance tractor while maintaining clockwise rotation.

2. Slowly advance tractor while maintaining clockwise rotation.

NOTICE:

NOTICE:

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Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may bend drill rod. After drill path is established, speed may be slightly increased.

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Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may bend drill rod. After drill path is established, speed may be slightly increased.

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If drill rod starts to bend, stop forward movement of unit and back the unit slightly until rod straightens. Do not drill with bent rod.

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If drill rod starts to bend, stop forward movement of unit and back the unit slightly until rod straightens. Do not drill with bent rod.

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If drill rod hits an obstruction, rotate drill string counterclockwise to back up slightly.

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If drill rod hits an obstruction, rotate drill string counterclockwise to back up slightly.

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DRILL

Using Drill String Guide

DRILL

Using Drill String Guide

Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.

Turning shaft will kill you or crush arm or leg. Stay away.

NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill rod during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill rod while drilling.

NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill rod during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill rod while drilling.

Use drill string guide to align drill string as it enters the soil. When using drill string guide, follow these guidelines:

Use drill string guide to align drill string as it enters the soil. When using drill string guide, follow these guidelines:

•

Use only approved Ditch Witch drill string guide (p/n 179-737).

•

Use only approved Ditch Witch drill string guide (p/n 179-737).

•

Stand only on the left side of the approach trench.

•

Stand only on the left side of the approach trench.

•

Keep drill string guide at least 3’ (1 m) behind bit.

•

Keep drill string guide at least 3’ (1 m) behind bit.

•

Use drill string guide to control only the first 5’ (1.5 m) of the bore path.

•

Use drill string guide to control only the first 5’ (1.5 m) of the bore path.

•

After drilling 5’ (1.5 m), stop unit and remove drill string guide.

•

After drilling 5’ (1.5 m), stop unit and remove drill string guide.

•

Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or any time the drill string is being pulled back.

•

Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or any time the drill string is being pulled back.

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ADD ROD

ADD ROD

ADD ROD

ADD ROD

1. Stop drilling attachment.

1. Stop drilling attachment.

2. Back up tractor 6" (150 mm) to loosen drill rod in ground.

2. Back up tractor 6" (150 mm) to loosen drill rod in ground.

3. Disconnect drill rod from drilling attachment.

3. Disconnect drill rod from drilling attachment.

4. Move tractor away from bore.

4. Move tractor away from bore.

5. Add one drill rod to continue bore.

5. Add one drill rod to continue bore.

BACKREAM

BACKREAM

After drill bit enters target trench, the bore hole may be enlarged by changing the drill bit to a backreamer and drawing it back through the initial bore.

After drill bit enters target trench, the bore hole may be enlarged by changing the drill bit to a backreamer and drawing it back through the initial bore.

1. Turn tractor ignition switch to STOP.

1. Turn tractor ignition switch to STOP.

2. Replace drill bit with backreamer.

2. Replace drill bit with backreamer.

3. Start tractor engine and begin clockwise rotation.

3. Start tractor engine and begin clockwise rotation.

IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole.

IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole.

4. Slowly back up tractor while maintaining rotation.

4. Slowly back up tractor while maintaining rotation.

5. When backreamer exits the bore hole, stop rotation immediately.

5. When backreamer exits the bore hole, stop rotation immediately.

IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT:

•

Do not try to increase hole size too much in one pass.

Several passes using successively larger reamers will save wear on machine.

•

Do not try to increase hole size too much in one pass.

Several passes using successively larger reamers will save wear on machine.

•

During backreaming, keep drill string straight. Sharp bends in the drill rod at the motor coupling can cause rod failure.

•

During backreaming, keep drill string straight. Sharp bends in the drill rod at the motor coupling can cause rod failure.

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DISASSEMBLE JOINTS

3700 - DRILLING ATTACHMENT DISASSEMBLE JOINTS

DISASSEMBLE JOINTS

DISASSEMBLE JOINTS

1. Press tab through hole in female side of joint using special tool or screwdriver.

1. Press tab through hole in female side of joint using special tool or screwdriver.

2. Pull rods apart.

2. Pull rods apart.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Drill Rod

Drill Rod

Bent or damaged drill rod might break when being pushed.

Replacement drill rod and connectors are available through your Ditch Witch dealer.

Bent or damaged drill rod might break when being pushed.

Replacement drill rod and connectors are available through your Ditch Witch dealer.

Bits and Backreamers

Bits and Backreamers

Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and types to match jobsite needs. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information.

Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and types to match jobsite needs. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information.

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LUBRICATION

LUBRICATION

Fluid under pressure can pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

Fluid under pressure can pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

•

Before using system, check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged.

•

Before using system, check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged.

•

Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.

•

Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.

•

Wear protective clothing and eye protection.

•

Wear protective clothing and eye protection.

•

If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention.

•

If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

•

Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine maintenance instructions.

•

Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine maintenance instructions.

•

Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments to ground.

•

Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments to ground.

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OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

Interval

Task

Page

Interval

Task

Page

10 hours

Check engine oil

91, 93

10 hours

Check engine oil

91, 93

Check hydraulic oil

95

Check hydraulic oil

95

Check trenching attachment pivot

102

Check trenching attachment pivot

102

Lube trenching attachment roller

102

Lube trenching attachment roller

102

Lube trenching attachment pivot stub

102

Lube trenching attachment pivot stub

102

Lube trenching attachment auger bearings

103

Lube trenching attachment auger bearings

103

Lube trenching attachment auger sleeves

103

Lube trenching attachment auger sleeves

103

Check plow vibrator oil

105

Check plow vibrator oil

105

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

91, 93

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

91, 93

Change hydraulic oil filter (initial)

95

Change hydraulic oil filter (initial)

95

Lube backfill blade swing

100

Lube backfill blade swing

100

Lube saw lift cylinder

106

Lube saw lift cylinder

106

Change engine oil and filter

91, 93

Change engine oil and filter

91, 93

Change hydraulic oil filter

95

Change hydraulic oil filter

95

Change plow vibrator oil

100

Change plow vibrator oil

100

Change hydraulic oil

95

Change hydraulic oil

95

Check differential oil

97

Check differential oil

97

Check gearbox oil

98

Check gearbox oil

98

Lube cross and bearings

98

Lube cross and bearings

98

Lube universal joints

98

Lube universal joints

98

Change differential oil

97

Change differential oil

97

Change gearbox oil

98

Change gearbox oil

98

50 hours

250 hours

500 hours

1000 hours

50 hours

250 hours

500 hours

1000 hours

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OVERVIEW

Recommended Lubricants

Recommended Lubricants

10W40

Engine oil, SAE 10W40, meeting API service classification SE/CC

10W40

Engine oil, SAE 10W40, meeting API service classification SE/CC

CG

Coupling grease. Texaco Code 1912

CG

Coupling grease. Texaco Code 1912

CL

Chain lubricant

CL

Chain lubricant

DEO

Diesel engine oil (SAE 10W40) meeting API engine service classification SF/CD or CE

DEO

Diesel engine oil (SAE 10W40) meeting API engine service classification SF/CD or CE

EPG

Extreme pressure grease

EPG

Extreme pressure grease

MPG

Multipurpose grease

MPG

Multipurpose grease

MPL

Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service classification GL-5

MPL

Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service classification GL-5

THF

Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent

THF

Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent

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ENGINES

ENGINES

ENGINES

ENGINES

3700 (Deutz)

3700 (Deutz)

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

3

Check engine oil

10

DEO

3

Check engine oil

10

DEO

1,2,4

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

50

DEO, 195-849

1,2,4

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

50

DEO, 195-849

1,2,4

Change engine oil and filter

250

DEO, 195-849

1,2,4

Change engine oil and filter

250

DEO, 195-849

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ENGINES

ENGINES

Engine Oil and Filter

Engine Oil and Filter

Check

Check

Check engine oil at dipstick (3) before operation and every 10 hours thereafter.

Check engine oil at dipstick (3) before operation and every 10 hours thereafter.

Add DEO at fill (2) as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on dipstick.

Add DEO at fill (2) as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on dipstick.

Change

Change

Change oil and filter after first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter. Change oil more frequently if working in dusty conditions.

Change oil and filter after first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter. Change oil more frequently if working in dusty conditions.

•

Drain crankcase through remote drain (4) while oil is warm.

•

Drain crankcase through remote drain (4) while oil is warm.

•

Replace filter (1) each time oil is changed.

•

Replace filter (1) each time oil is changed.

•

Refill with DEO at fill neck (2).

•

Refill with DEO at fill neck (2).

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ENGINES

3700CD (Caterpillar)

ENGINES

3700CD (Caterpillar)

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

2

Check engine oil

10

DEO

2

Check engine oil

10

DEO

1,3,4

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

50

DEO, 153-113

1,3,4

Change engine oil and filter (initial)

50

DEO, 153-113

1,3,4

Change engine oil and filter

250

DEO, 153-113

1,3,4

Change engine oil and filter

250

DEO, 153-113

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ENGINES

Engine Oil and Filter

Engine Oil and Filter

Check

Check

Check engine oil at dipstick (2) before operation and every 10 hours thereafter.

Check engine oil at dipstick (2) before operation and every 10 hours thereafter.

Add DEO at fill (1) as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on dipstick.

Add DEO at fill (1) as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on dipstick.

Change

Change

Change oil and filter after first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter. Change oil more frequently if working in dusty conditions.

Change oil and filter after first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter. Change oil more frequently if working in dusty conditions.

•

Drain (3) crankcase while oil is warm.

•

Drain (3) crankcase while oil is warm.

•

Replace filter (4) each time oil is changed.

•

Replace filter (4) each time oil is changed.

•

Refill with DEO at fill (1).

•

Refill with DEO at fill (1).

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HYDRAULICS

HYDRAULICS

HYDRAULICS

HYDRAULICS

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

2

Check hydraulic oil

10

THF

2

Check hydraulic oil

10

THF

4

Change hydraulic oil filter (3700)

250

THF, 159-074

4

Change hydraulic oil filter (3700)

250

THF, 159-074

5

Change hydraulic oil filter (3700CD)

250

THF, 159-074

5

Change hydraulic oil filter (3700CD)

250

THF, 159-074

1,3,4

Change hydraulic oil and filter (3700)

500

THF, 159-074

1,3,4

Change hydraulic oil and filter (3700)

500

THF, 159-074

1,3,5

Change hydraulic oil and filter (3700CD)

500

THF, 159-074

1,3,5

Change hydraulic oil and filter (3700CD)

500

THF, 159-074

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HYDRAULICS

Hydraulic Oil

Hydraulic Oil

Check

Check

Check oil at sight glass (2) (under operator’s seat) every 10 hours. Oil should be halfway up sight glass.

Check oil at sight glass (2) (under operator’s seat) every 10 hours. Oil should be halfway up sight glass.

Add THF at fill (3) as necessary.

Clean dust from cap by blowing with low-pressure air.

Add THF at fill (3) as necessary.

Clean dust from cap by blowing with low-pressure air.

NOTICE: Do not overfill reservoir.

NOTICE: Do not overfill reservoir.

Change

Change

Change oil filter every 250 hours.

Change oil every other filter change (every 500 hours).

Change oil filter every 250 hours.

Change oil every other filter change (every 500 hours).

Drain hydraulic oil and change filter (4). Check hydraulic oil level at sight glass (2) and refill with THF as needed (3). Wash filler/breather cap with solvent and blow dry with lowpressure air. If screen has trapped debris, remove screen and wash with solvent. Reseal with RTV (silicone) gasket sealer.

Drain hydraulic oil and change filter (4). Check hydraulic oil level at sight glass (2) and refill with THF as needed (3). Wash filler/breather cap with solvent and blow dry with lowpressure air. If screen has trapped debris, remove screen and wash with solvent. Reseal with RTV (silicone) gasket sealer.

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POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

2

Check differential oil

500

EPG

2

Check differential oil

500

EPG

3

Check gearbox oil

500

EPG

3

Check gearbox oil

500

EPG

1

Lube cross and bearings

500

MPL

1

Lube cross and bearings

500

MPL

2

Change differential oil

100

EPG

2

Change differential oil

100

EPG

4

Change gearbox oil

1000

MPL

4

Change gearbox oil

1000

MPL

5

Lube universal joints

500

EPG

5

Lube universal joints

500

EPG

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POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

Differential

Differential

Check

Check

Check oil at fill plug (2) every 500 hours. Fill as needed with MPL.

Check oil at fill plug (2) every 500 hours. Fill as needed with MPL.

Change

Change

Change oil every 1000 hours by removing differential cover. Replace cover and refill with MPL.

Change oil every 1000 hours by removing differential cover. Replace cover and refill with MPL.

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98

POWER TRAIN

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Gearbox

Gearbox

Check

Check

Check gearbox oil at check plug every 500 hours. Fill as needed with MPL.

Check gearbox oil at check plug every 500 hours. Fill as needed with MPL.

Change

Change

Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours. Drain at plug (4). Replace plug. Add MPL at check plug (3).

Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours. Drain at plug (4). Replace plug. Add MPL at check plug (3).

Cross and Bearings

Cross and Bearings

Lube cross and bearing zerks every 500 hours with 3-4 shots MPG.

Lube cross and bearing zerks every 500 hours with 3-4 shots MPG.

If tractor is equipped with rear steer, lube cross and bearing zerks on rear axle every 500 hours with 3-4 shots MPG.

If tractor is equipped with rear steer, lube cross and bearing zerks on rear axle every 500 hours with 3-4 shots MPG.

Universal Joints

Universal Joints

Lube zerks on drive shaft universal joints every 500 hours with EPG.

Lube zerks on drive shaft universal joints every 500 hours with EPG.

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BACKFILL BLADE

BACKFILL BLADE

BACKFILL BLADE

BACKFILL BLADE

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

1

Lube backfill blade swing

50

MPG

1

Lube backfill blade swing

50

MPG

100

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100

BACKFILL BLADE

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Backfill Blade Swing

Backfill Blade Swing

Lube zerk every 50 hours with 2-3 shots MPG.

Lube zerk every 50 hours with 2-3 shots MPG.

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3700 - LUBRICATION

TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

4

Lube pivot

10

EPG

4

Lube pivot

10

EPG

1

Lube roller

10

EPG

1

Lube roller

10

EPG

Lube pivot stub

10

EPG

Lube pivot stub

10

EPG

2

Lube auger bearings

10

EPG

2

Lube auger bearings

10

EPG

3

Lube auger sleeve

10

MPG

3

Lube auger sleeve

10

MPG

5

Lube frame slide

50

MPG

5

Lube frame slide

50

MPG

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Pivot

Pivot

Wipe three zerks clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG.

Wipe three zerks clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG.

Lube zerk 1 every 10 hours until grease appears at headshaft hub.

Lube zerk 1 every 10 hours until grease appears at headshaft hub.

Lube zerks 2 and 3 with 8-10 pumps of EPG every 10 hours.

Lube zerks 2 and 3 with 8-10 pumps of EPG every 10 hours.

Roller and Pivot Stub

Roller and Pivot Stub

Roller

Roller

Remove plug and wipe zerk clean.

Lube every 10 hours with EPG.

Remove plug and wipe zerk clean.

Lube every 10 hours with EPG.

Pivot Stub

Pivot Stub

Wipe zerk clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG.

Wipe zerk clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

TRENCHER ATTACHMENTS

Auger Bearings and Sleeve

Auger Bearings and Sleeve

Bearings

Bearings

Lube two auger bearing zerks (a) every 10 hours with EPG.

Lube two auger bearing zerks (a) every 10 hours with EPG.

Sleeve (H312, H350)

Sleeve (H312, H350)

Lube sleeve (B) every 10 hours with MPG.

Lube sleeve (B) every 10 hours with MPG.

Frame Slide

Frame Slide

Lube frame slide every 50 hours with MPG.

Lube frame slide every 50 hours with MPG.

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PLOW

PLOW

PLOW

PLOW

Ref.

Task

Hour s

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hour s

Lubricant

2

Check vibrator oil

10

MPL

2

Check vibrator oil

10

MPL

1,3

Change vibrator oil

500

MPL

1,3

Change vibrator oil

500

MPL

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PLOW

PLOW

Vibrator Oil

Vibrator Oil

Check

Check

Check plow vibrator oil every 10 hours by moving plow vibrator to horizontal position. Oil should be halfway up sight glass (2). Add MPL as needed at fill (1).

Check plow vibrator oil every 10 hours by moving plow vibrator to horizontal position. Oil should be halfway up sight glass (2). Add MPL as needed at fill (1).

Change

Change

Change plow vibrator oil every 500 hours. Remove old oil at drain (3). Move plow vibrator to horizontal position and refill with MPL until oil is halfway up sight glass.

Change plow vibrator oil every 500 hours. Remove old oil at drain (3). Move plow vibrator to horizontal position and refill with MPL until oil is halfway up sight glass.

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SAW

SAW

SAW

SAW

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

Ref.

Task

Hours

Lubricant

1

Lube lift cylinders

50

EPG

1

Lube lift cylinders

50

EPG

Lift Cyinders

Lift Cyinders

Lube lift cylinders every 50 hours with EPG. Lube rod and barrel end of each cyllinder.

Lube lift cylinders every 50 hours with EPG. Lube rod and barrel end of each cyllinder.

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SAW

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

Fluid under pressure can pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

Fluid under pressure can pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

•

Before using system, check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged.

•

Before using system, check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged.

•

Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.

•

Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.

•

Wear protective clothing and eye protection.

•

Wear protective clothing and eye protection.

•

If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention.

•

If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

•

Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine maintenance instructions.

•

Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine maintenance instructions.

•

Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments to ground.

•

Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments to ground.

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OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

Interval

Task

Page

Interval

Task

Page

10 hours

Check tire pressure

111

10 hours

Check tire pressure

111

Clean cable feed

123

Clean cable feed

123

Check plow arm bushings

123

Check plow arm bushings

123

Check hydraulic reservoir filler/breather

110

Check hydraulic reservoir filler/breather

110

Clean saw

125

Clean saw

125

Check mounting bolts

123

Check mounting bolts

123

Check digging teeth and bits

116

Check digging teeth and bits

116

Check digging chain

117

Check digging chain

117

Adjust trencher digging chain tension

117

Adjust trencher digging chain tension

117

25 hours

Clean radiator

113

25 hours

Clean radiator

113

50 hours

Clean hydraulic oil cooler

110

50 hours

Clean hydraulic oil cooler

110

Check belt tension

111

Check belt tension

111

250 hours

Change fuel filter

112

250 hours

Change fuel filter

112

600 hours

Check coolant SCA level

113

600 hours

Check coolant SCA level

113

2000 hours

Drain radiator

114

2000 hours

Drain radiator

114

As needed

Change air filter

115

As needed

Change air filter

115

Replace digging chain

119

Replace digging chain

119

Adjust parking brake

112

Adjust parking brake

112

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TRACTOR

TRACTOR

TRACTOR

TRACTOR

Ref.

Task

Hours

Ref.

Task

Hours

7

Check tire pressure

10

7

Check tire pressure

10

6

Clean hydraulic reservoir filler/breather

10

6

Clean hydraulic reservoir filler/breather

10

8

Check fuel prefilter (194-170) (3700CD)

10

8

Check fuel prefilter (194-170) (3700CD)

10

1

Clean hydraulic oil cooler

50

1

Clean hydraulic oil cooler

50

2

Check belt tension

50

2

Check belt tension

50

8

Change fuel filter (194-174) (3700CD)

200

8

Change fuel filter (194-174) (3700CD)

200

8

Change fuel filter (195-807) (3700)

250

8

Change fuel filter (195-807) (3700)

250

5

Adjust parking brake

as needed

5

Adjust parking brake

as needed

4

Clean engine oil cooling system

as needed

4

Clean engine oil cooling system

as needed

3

Change air filter (195-817, 195-818) (3700)

as needed

3

Change air filter (195-817, 195-818) (3700)

as needed

3

Change air filter (194-038, 194-039) (3700CD)

as needed

3

Change air filter (194-038, 194-039) (3700CD)

as needed

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TRACTOR

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Hydraulic Revervoir Filler/ Breather

Hydraulic Revervoir Filler/ Breather

Check filler/breather area under operator’s seat. Wipe away any dirt or debris every 10 hours. Do not open unless adding hydraulic oil.

Check filler/breather area under operator’s seat. Wipe away any dirt or debris every 10 hours. Do not open unless adding hydraulic oil.

Clean filler/breather cap.

Clean filler/breather cap.

Hydraulic Oil Cooler

Hydraulic Oil Cooler

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Clean hydraulic oil cooler every 50 hours with high pressure water and soap. Clean more often if working in dusty or dirty conditions.

Clean hydraulic oil cooler every 50 hours with high pressure water and soap. Clean more often if working in dusty or dirty conditions.

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Clean hydraulic oil cooler every 50 hours with high pressure water and soap. Clean more often if working in dusty or dirty conditions.

Clean hydraulic oil cooler every 50 hours with high pressure water and soap. Clean more often if working in dusty or dirty conditions.

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Tire Pressure

Tire Pressure

Check tire pressure every 10 hours. Pressure should be 20-30 psi (1.4-2.1 bar), depending on unit weight. Use water rinsable air gauge if tire ballast is used. Tighten lugnuts to 150 ft•lb (120 N•m).

Check tire pressure every 10 hours. Pressure should be 20-30 psi (1.4-2.1 bar), depending on unit weight. Use water rinsable air gauge if tire ballast is used. Tighten lugnuts to 150 ft•lb (120 N•m).

Belt Tension

Belt Tension

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Check belt tension every 50 hours.

Belt is properly tensioned when long span moves about 0.6” (15 mm) when pushed. If needed, loosen idler pulley bolts and adjust idler pulley. Tighten bolts and torque to 27-30 ft•lb (36-40 N•m).

Check belt tension every 50 hours.

Belt is properly tensioned when long span moves about 0.6” (15 mm) when pushed. If needed, loosen idler pulley bolts and adjust idler pulley. Tighten bolts and torque to 27-30 ft•lb (36-40 N•m).

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Check belt tension every 50 hours.

Belt is properly tensioned when belt moves about 0.39” (10 mm) when pushed.

Check belt tension every 50 hours.

Belt is properly tensioned when belt moves about 0.39” (10 mm) when pushed.

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Fuel Filter

Fuel Filter

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Replace fuel filter every 250 hours.

Replace fuel filter every 250 hours.

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Check fuel prefilter (2) and empty water daily. Replace fuel filter (1) every 200 hours.

Check fuel prefilter (2) and empty water daily. Replace fuel filter (1) every 200 hours.

Parking Brake

Parking Brake

Adjust as necessary. To tighten:

Adjust as necessary. To tighten:

1. Disengage parking brake.

1. Disengage parking brake.

2. Remove orange sleeve.

2. Remove orange sleeve.

3. Twist lever clockwise. Engage parking brake to test tension.

Repeat steps 1-3 as necessary.

3. Twist lever clockwise. Engage parking brake to test tension.

Repeat steps 1-3 as necessary.

4. Replace orange sleeve.

4. Replace orange sleeve.

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Radiator

Radiator

Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 25 hours.

Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions.

Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 25 hours.

Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions.

Clean out with compressed air or spray wash if required. Be careful not to damage fins with high pressure air or water. Remove cowling on right side and top of engine to fully expose cooling fins and oil cooler.

Clean out with compressed air or spray wash if required. Be careful not to damage fins with high pressure air or water. Remove cowling on right side and top of engine to fully expose cooling fins and oil cooler.

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Add only Ditch Witch coolant (p/n 255-006) or other fully formulated ethylene-glycol-based heavy duty engine coolant meeting ASTM specification D6210, TMC RP 329 or JDM H24A2.

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Add only Ditch Witch coolant (p/n 255-006) or other fully formulated ethylene-glycol-based heavy duty engine coolant meeting ASTM specification D6210, TMC RP 329 or JDM H24A2.

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Empty radiator (4) and refill (3) with approved coolant (p/n 255-006) every 2 years or 2000 hours. See lubrication and maintenance section of engine operator’s manual for complete coolant maintenance information.

Empty radiator (4) and refill (3) with approved coolant (p/n 255-006) every 2 years or 2000 hours. See lubrication and maintenance section of engine operator’s manual for complete coolant maintenance information.

NOTICE: Do not use water or automotive-type coolant. This will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure.

NOTICE: Do not use water or automotive-type coolant. This will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure.

Approved Coolants

Approved Coolants

The following coolants are approved for use with Ditch Witch equipment:

The following coolants are approved for use with Ditch Witch equipment:

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John Deere® Cool-Gard

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John Deere® Cool-Gard

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John Deere Engine Antifreeze/Summer Coolant

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John Deere Engine Antifreeze/Summer Coolant

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BASF GO5 (available in Europe)

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BASF GO5 (available in Europe)

The following coolants are approved for use with Ditch Witch equipment but may shorten the working life of the resulting mixture:

The following coolants are approved for use with Ditch Witch equipment but may shorten the working life of the resulting mixture:

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Fleet Guard EG Compleat, manufactured by Cummins®

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Fleet Guard EG Compleat, manufactured by Cummins®

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Fleet Charge, manufactured by Penray®

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Fleet Charge, manufactured by Penray®

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Prestone® Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant

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Prestone® Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant

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Hitachi® Diesel Engine Coolant (available in east Asia and the Pacific Rim)

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Hitachi® Diesel Engine Coolant (available in east Asia and the Pacific Rim)

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Air Filter

Air Filter

Change air filter every 1000 hours or when yellow band in air filter service indicator reaches red line.

Change air filter every 1000 hours or when yellow band in air filter service indicator reaches red line.

To change:

To change:

1. Open air filter housing.

1. Open air filter housing.

2. Remove primary (2) and safety (1) elements.

2. Remove primary (2) and safety (1) elements.

3. Wipe inside of housing and wash end cup.

3. Wipe inside of housing and wash end cup.

4. Insert new primary and safety elements.

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5. Close air filter case.

5. Close air filter case.

6. Reset air filter service indicator.

6. Reset air filter service indicator.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

s

s

Ref.

Task

Hours

Ref.

Task

Hours

1

Check digging teeth

10

1

Check digging teeth

10

2

Check digging chain

10

2

Check digging chain

10

3

Adjust digging chain tension

10

3

Adjust digging chain tension

10

Replace digging chain

As needed

Replace digging chain

As needed

Check teeth for wear every 10 hours. Replace worn teeth, using Ditch Witch replacement parts and maintaining original tooth pattern.

Check teeth for wear every 10 hours. Replace worn teeth, using Ditch Witch replacement parts and maintaining original tooth pattern.

For more efficient digging, contact your Ditch Witch dealer for information about the tooth pattern best suited to your jobsite.

For more efficient digging, contact your Ditch Witch dealer for information about the tooth pattern best suited to your jobsite.

If using alligator chain bits, check that bits rotate freely. Clean chain and check bits after each use. Replace bit when tungsten cap or insert is worn or adapter can be damaged.

If using alligator chain bits, check that bits rotate freely. Clean chain and check bits after each use. Replace bit when tungsten cap or insert is worn or adapter can be damaged.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

Chain

Chain

Check chain every 10 hours. Replace worn or broken chains. If sidebars are bent or loose on chain pins, chain spacers should be used to join sidebars.

Check chain every 10 hours. Replace worn or broken chains. If sidebars are bent or loose on chain pins, chain spacers should be used to join sidebars.

Chain Tension

Chain Tension

Adjust digging chain tension every 10 hours.

Adjust digging chain tension every 10 hours.

Sprocket Booms

A

B

C

Sprocket Booms

A

Digging chain tension is correct when 2” (50 mm) of slide and stop (c) is exposed. With boom horizontal, adjust chain tension by tightening or loosening adjustment screws (b) and jam nuts (a).

Digging chain tension is correct when 2” (50 mm) of slide and stop (c) is exposed. With boom horizontal, adjust chain tension by tightening or loosening adjustment screws (b) and jam nuts (a).

Roller Boom with Adjusting Screws

Roller Boom with Adjusting Screws

With boom horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain (c). When properly adjusted, distance should be 1.5-2” (40-50 mm). Adjust chain tension by tightening or loosening adjustment screw (a) and jam nut (b).

With boom horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain (c). When properly adjusted, distance should be 1.5-2” (40-50 mm). Adjust chain tension by tightening or loosening adjustment screw (a) and jam nut (b).

B

C

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

Roller Boom with Grease Cylinder

Roller Boom with Grease Cylinder

With boom horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain (a). When properly addjusted, distance should be 1.5-2” (40-50 mm). To tighten chain, remove plug and pump MPG into cylinder (b). To relieve digging chain tension, stand on opposite side of boom and release grease.

With boom horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain (a). When properly addjusted, distance should be 1.5-2” (40-50 mm). To tighten chain, remove plug and pump MPG into cylinder (b). To relieve digging chain tension, stand on opposite side of boom and release grease.

Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.

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Chain Replacement

Chain Replacement

Visually check digging chains for wear on rollers and sidebars.

Check pins and bushing wear by measuring distance between chain pins and comparing it with a new chain.

Visually check digging chains for wear on rollers and sidebars.

Check pins and bushing wear by measuring distance between chain pins and comparing it with a new chain.

Replace sprockets when a new chain is installed.

Replace sprockets when a new chain is installed.

To remove chain:

To remove chain:

1. Start unit.

1. Start unit.

2. Turn digging chain until connector pin is on top of boom.

2. Turn digging chain until connector pin is on top of boom.

3. Lower boom to ground.

3. Lower boom to ground.

4. Stop engine.

4. Stop engine.

5.

5.

Secure chain.

Secure chain.

Sprocket booms - lock rear idler sprocket.

Sprocket booms - lock rear idler sprocket.

Roller booms - clamp links on either side of connector pin with chain jaws. Squeeze jaws to reduce pressure on connector pin.

Roller booms - clamp links on either side of connector pin with chain jaws. Squeeze jaws to reduce pressure on connector pin.

6. Loop cable through links nearest connector pin.

6. Loop cable through links nearest connector pin.

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Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.

7. Turn tension bolts counterclockwise to release tension on digging chain.

7. Turn tension bolts counterclockwise to release tension on digging chain.

8. Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin.

Drive connector pin out of link.

8. Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin.

Drive connector pin out of link.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury.

Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury.

Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.

9. Unclamp links. Slowly release cable and lower chain to ground.

9. Unclamp links. Slowly release cable and lower chain to ground.

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TRENCHER ATTACHMENT

To install chain:

To install chain:

1. Lay chain on ground with teeth down and pointed toward unit.

Loop cable through end links.

1. Lay chain on ground with teeth down and pointed toward unit.

Loop cable through end links.

2. Start unit.

2. Start unit.

3. Back unit up until chain extends past head shaft about one foot.

3. Back unit up until chain extends past head shaft about one foot.

4. Lower boom to horizontal position.

4. Lower boom to horizontal position.

5. Stop engine and engage parking brake.

5. Stop engine and engage parking brake.

6. Secure chain on sprocket booms by locking rear idler sprocket.

6. Secure chain on sprocket booms by locking rear idler sprocket.

7. Pull rear end of chain over tail sprocket or roller. Pull cable until chain is in place on boom.

7. Pull rear end of chain over tail sprocket or roller. Pull cable until chain is in place on boom.

8. Attach chain jaws to end links alnd bring links into place.

8. Attach chain jaws to end links alnd bring links into place.

9. Install connector pin and lock key.

9. Install connector pin and lock key.

10. Tighten digging chain.

10. Tighten digging chain.

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PLOW

PLOW

PLOW

Ref.

Task

Hours

Ref.

Task

Hours

1

Clean feed tube

10

1

Clean feed tube

10

Check arm bushings

10

Check arm bushings

10

Check mounting bolts

10

Check mounting bolts

10

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PLOW

Feed Tube

Feed Tube

Clean feed tube every 10 hours. Oil if necessary.

Clean feed tube every 10 hours. Oil if necessary.

Arm Bushings

Arm Bushings

Check plow arm bushings for wear each use. Replace at first sign of wear to prevent damage to arm bosses.

Check plow arm bushings for wear each use. Replace at first sign of wear to prevent damage to arm bosses.

Mounting Bolts

Mounting Bolts

Check bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check floating cable feed bolts for looseness or wear.

Check bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check floating cable feed bolts for looseness or wear.

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SAW

SAW

Ref.

1

SAW

SAW

Task

Hours

Clean saw

10

Check bits

10

Ref.

1

Task

Hours

Clean saw

10

Check bits

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SAW

Cleaning

Cleaning

Clean saw after each use. After using saw, clean tractor before performing routine lube and maintenance. Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water.

Clean saw after each use. After using saw, clean tractor before performing routine lube and maintenance. Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water.

Bits

Bits

Check that bits rotate freely. Clean and check bits after each use.

If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from retaining ring.

Check that bits rotate freely. Clean and check bits after each use.

If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from retaining ring.

Replace bit when tungsten cap or insert is worn or adapter can be damaged.

Replace bit when tungsten cap or insert is worn or adapter can be damaged.

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SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

3700 TRACTOR with H313 TRENCHER

3700 TRACTOR with H313 TRENCHER

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Trench depth, max.

63 in

1.6 m

A

Trench depth, max.

63 in

1.6 m

A2

Angle of approach

20°

20°

A2

Angle of approach

20°

20°

A3

Angle of departure

17°

17°

A3

Angle of departure

17°

17°

B

Trench width, min. to max.

6-12 in

150-300 mm

B

Trench width, min. to max.

6-12 in

150-300 mm

C

Boom travel, down

58°

58°

C

Boom travel, down

58°

58°

C1

Boom travel, up

50°

50°

C1

Boom travel, up

50°

50°

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine, left

35 in

890 mm

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine, left

35 in

890 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine, right

29 in

740 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine, right

29 in

740 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

17 in

430 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

17 in

430 mm

H

Overhang beyond tire

3.5 in

90 mm

H

Overhang beyond tire

3.5 in

90 mm

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

L

Headshaft overhang

24.5 in

620 mm

L

Headshaft overhang

24.5 in

620 mm

L2

Length - transport

155 in

3.9 m

L2

Length - transport

155 in

3.9 m

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L4

Wheelbase

48 in

1.2 m

L4

Wheelbase

48 in

1.2 m

N

Spoil discharge reach, min. to max.

17-20 in

435-510 mm

N

Spoil discharge reach, min. to max.

17-20 in

435-510 mm

W2

Transport width

64 in

1.6 m

W2

Transport width

64 in

1.6 m

W4

Tread

46 in

1.2 m

W4

Tread

46 in

1.2 m

Ground clearance with STD tire (min)

7 in

180 mm

Ground clearance with STD tire (min)

7 in

180 mm

Ground clearance with optional tire (min)

8.5 in

215 mm

Ground clearance with optional tire (min)

8.5 in

215 mm

Dimensions are based on H313 attachment and shortest roller boom length, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12 in (300 mm) pivot (except references A and B).

Dimensions are based on H313 attachment and shortest roller boom length, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12 in (300 mm) pivot (except references A and B).

General

General

Ditch Witch model 3700, 4-wheel drive, rigid frame, hydrostatic ground drive through rubber tires, conventional 2-wheel power steering, hydrostatic attachment drive, riding tractor.

Ditch Witch model 3700, 4-wheel drive, rigid frame, hydrostatic ground drive through rubber tires, conventional 2-wheel power steering, hydrostatic attachment drive, riding tractor.

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U.S.

Metric

Vehicle speeds

Operation

U.S.

Metric

Vehicle speeds

Max. forward speed

4.3 mph

7.2 km/h

Max. forward speed

4.3 mph

7.2 km/h

Max. reverse speed

1.7 mph

2.8 km/h

Max. reverse speed

1.7 mph

2.8 km/h

Max. digging chain speed @2500 rpm engine speed

420 fpm

128 m/min

Max. digging chain speed @2500 rpm engine speed

420 fpm

128 m/min

Vehicle clearance circle (SAE)

Vehicle clearance circle (SAE)

With front wheel steer

28 ft

8.5 m

With front wheel steer

28 ft

8.5 m

With rear wheel steer

20 ft

6.1 m

With rear wheel steer

20 ft

6.1 m

Operating weight *

4200 lb

1910 kg

Operating weight *

4200 lb

1910 kg

Max. headshaft speed @ 2500 rpm engine

210 rpm

210 rpm

Max. headshaft speed @ 2500 rpm engine

210 rpm

210 rpm

Auger: single, tapered, with outboard support bearing

Auger: single, tapered, with outboard support bearing

Max. diameter

24 in

610 mm

Max. diameter

24 in

610 mm

Min. diameter

18 in

460 mm

Min. diameter

18 in

460 mm

Length

13 in

330 mm

Length

13 in

330 mm

* Operating weight based on H313 attachment with shortest boom, 6 in (150 mm) wide chain, and 175 lb (79 kg) operator.

* Operating weight based on H313 attachment with shortest boom, 6 in (150 mm) wide chain, and 175 lb (79 kg) operator.

Backfill Blade

U.S.

Metric

Backfill Blade

U.S.

Metric

Blade width

64 in

1.6 m

Blade width

64 in

1.6 m

Blade height

14 in

355 mm

Blade height

14 in

355 mm

Lift height above ground

12 in

300 mm

Lift height above ground

12 in

300 mm

Blade drop below ground

8 in

200 mm

Blade drop below ground

8 in

200 mm

Max. swing angle (left/right)

28°

28°

Max. swing angle (left/right)

28°

28°

Tilt angle

11°

11°

Tilt angle

11°

11°

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Power Plant

Power Plant

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3700

Engine: Deutz F3L1011F air-cooled diesel, direct injection with individual cylinder injection pumps.

Engine: Deutz F3L1011F air-cooled diesel, direct injection with individual cylinder injection pumps.

Displacement

125 in3

2050 cm3

Displacement

125 in3

2050 cm3

Bore

3.58 in

90 mm

Bore

3.58 in

90 mm

Stroke

4.13 in

105 mm

Stroke

4.13 in

105 mm

Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating @ 3000 rpm 45 hp

33 kW

Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating @ 3000 rpm 45 hp

33 kW

Max. governed speed as installed (no load)

2650 rpm

2650 rpm

Max. governed speed as installed (no load)

2650 rpm

2650 rpm

SAE net power @2500 rpm

37.5 hp

28 kW

SAE net power @2500 rpm

37.5 hp

28 kW

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Engine: Caterpillar 3024C water-cooled diesel, indirect injection with cassette-type fuel injection system.

Engine: Caterpillar 3024C water-cooled diesel, indirect injection with cassette-type fuel injection system.

Displacement

135 in3

2216 cm3

Displacement

135 in3

2216 cm3

Bore

3.3 in

84 mm

Bore

3.3 in

84 mm

Stroke

3.9 in

100 mm

Stroke

3.9 in

100 mm

Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating @ 2800 rpm 50 hp

37.3 kW

Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating @ 2800 rpm 50 hp

37.3 kW

Max. governed speed as installed (no load)

2500 rpm

2500 rpm

Max. governed speed as installed (no load)

2500 rpm

2500 rpm

SAE net power @2500 rpm

37 hp

28 kW

SAE net power @2500 rpm

37 hp

28 kW

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Power Train

Power Train

Ground drive transmission: hydrostatic drive infinitely variable from zero to max., foot pedal and hand lever operated speed/direction control.

Differentials: Dana model 44 (Dana model 60 optional).

Service brake: ground drive speed/direction control brakes machine hydraulically when moved to neutral position.

Parking brake: disc, hand-operated.

Tires: load rating at recommended pressure @ 10 mph (16 km/h)

Ground drive transmission: hydrostatic drive infinitely variable from zero to max., foot pedal and hand lever operated speed/direction control.

Differentials: Dana model 44 (Dana model 60 optional).

Service brake: ground drive speed/direction control brakes machine hydraulically when moved to neutral position.

Parking brake: disc, hand-operated.

Tires: load rating at recommended pressure @ 10 mph (16 km/h)

Standard 26X12.00-12, 4-ply bar lug

1780 lb @ 20 psi

807 kg @1.4 bar

Standard 26X12.00-12, 4-ply bar lug

1780 lb @ 20 psi

807 kg @1.4 bar

Optional 29X12.50-15, 4-ply bar lug

2255 lb @ 30 psi

1022 kg @ 2.1 bar

Optional 29X12.50-15, 4-ply bar lug

2255 lb @ 30 psi

1022 kg @ 2.1 bar

Attachment drive transmission: hydrostatic, lever-operated speed infinitely variable from zero to max. forward with limited stroke reverse.

Attachment drive transmission: hydrostatic, lever-operated speed infinitely variable from zero to max. forward with limited stroke reverse.

Hydraulic System

U.S.

Metric

Hydraulic System

U.S.

Metric

Ground drive pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

28.4 gpm

107 L/min

Ground drive pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

28.4 gpm

107 L/min

Ground drive pump relief pressure

3750 psi

258 bar

Ground drive pump relief pressure

3750 psi

258 bar

Attachment pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

28.4 gpm

107 L/min

Attachment pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

28.4 gpm

107 L/min

Trencher chain pump relief pressure

5000 psi

345 bar

Trencher chain pump relief pressure

5000 psi

345 bar

Plow and saw pump relief pressure

3750 psi

258 bar

Plow and saw pump relief pressure

3750 psi

258 bar

Auxiliary pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

11 gpm

42 L/min

Auxiliary pump capacity @ 2650 rpm

11 gpm

42 L/min

Auxiliary pump relief pressure

2500 psi

172 bar

Auxiliary pump relief pressure

2500 psi

172 bar

Filtration: return/charge full flow; 15 psi (1 bar) bypass 10 micron nominal.

Filtration: return/charge full flow; 15 psi (1 bar) bypass 10 micron nominal.

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3700 TRACTOR with H313 TRENCHER

Fluid Capacities

U.S.

Metric

Fluid Capacities

U.S.

Metric

Fuel tank

13 gal

49 L

Fuel tank

13 gal

49 L

Engine oil (Deutz)

Engine oil (Deutz)

Initial fill

8 qt

7.5 L

Initial fill

8 qt

7.5 L

Refill

6 qt

5.5 L

Refill

6 qt

5.5 L

Engine oil (Caterpillar)

Engine oil (Caterpillar)

Initial fill

7 qt

6.6 L

Initial fill

7 qt

6.6 L

Refill

6 qt

5.5 L

Refill

6 qt

5.5 L

Hydraulic reservoir

9.5 gal

36 L

Hydraulic reservoir

9.5 gal

36 L

Hydraulic system

13 gal

49 L

Hydraulic system

13 gal

49 L

Cooling system (3700CD)

12 qt

11.4 L

Cooling system (3700CD)

12 qt

11.4 L

Battery

Battery

Group 26/26R/70; cold cranking amps = 500 @ 0°F (-18°C); cranking amps = 700 @ 32°F (0°C); SAE reserve capacity 80 min.

Group 26/26R/70; cold cranking amps = 500 @ 0°F (-18°C); cranking amps = 700 @ 32°F (0°C); SAE reserve capacity 80 min.

Noise Levels

Noise Levels

3700

3700

Operator 91 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394 Exterior 106 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

Operator 91 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394 Exterior 106 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

3700CD

3700CD

Operator 87 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394 Exterior 104 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

Operator 87 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394 Exterior 104 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

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H314 TRENCHER

H314 TRENCHER

H314 TRENCHER

H314 TRENCHER

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Trench depth, max.

52 in

1.3 m

A

Trench depth, max.

52 in

1.3 m

A3

Angle of departure

35°

35°

A3

Angle of departure

35°

35°

B

Trench width, min. to max.

B

Trench width, min. to max.

Center position

6-12 in

150-300 mm

Center position

6-12 in

150-300 mm

Offset position

6-8 in

150-200 mm

Offset position

6-8 in

150-200 mm

C

Boom travel down

55°

55°

C

Boom travel down

55°

55°

C1

Boom travel up

51°

51°

C1

Boom travel up

51°

51°

E1

Centerline of trench to outside edge, left

E1

Centerline of trench to outside edge, left

E2

Center position

30.7 in

780 mm

Center position

30.7 in

780 mm

Offset position

52 in

1.3 m

Offset position

52 in

1.3 m

Centerline of trench to outside edge, right

E2

Centerline of trench to outside edge, right

Center position

24.3 in

620 mm

Center position

24.3 in

620 mm

Offset position

3 in

75 mm

Offset position

3 in

75 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

23.3 in

590 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

23.3 in

590 mm

H

Overhand beyond tire

4.5 in

115 mm

H

Overhand beyond tire

4.5 in

115 mm

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H314 TRENCHER

H314 TRENCHER

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

L

Headshaft overhang

24.9 in

630 mm

L

Headshaft overhang

24.9 in

630 mm

N

Spoil discharge reach

N

Spoil discharge reach

Short augers

17 in

430 mm

Short augers

17 in

430 mm

Long auger

30 in

760 mm

Long auger

30 in

760 mm

NOTE: With 6 in (150 mm) chain, right side of trench will be in-line with right outside edge of tires. Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12 in (300 mm) pivot (except reference A).

NOTE: With 6 in (150 mm) chain, right side of trench will be in-line with right outside edge of tires. Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12 in (300 mm) pivot (except reference A).

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H331 PLOW

H331 PLOW

H331 PLOW

H331 PLOW

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Cover depth, feed blade (max.)

24 in

610 mm

A

Cover depth, feed blade (max.)

24 in

610 mm

B

Feed tube inside width (max.)

1 in

25 mm

B

Feed tube inside width (max.)

1 in

25 mm

C

Feed tube bend ratio

4:1 or 10:1

4:1 or 10:1

C

Feed tube bend ratio

4:1 or 10:1

4:1 or 10:1

A1

Pull blade depth (max.)

24 in

610 mm

A1

Pull blade depth (max.)

24 in

610 mm

B1

Pull blade width (max.)

1 in

25 mm

B1

Pull blade width (max.)

1 in

25 mm

B2

Pull blade bullet dia. (max.)

3 in

75 mm

B2

Pull blade bullet dia. (max.)

3 in

75 mm

D

Blade steer angle

15°

15°

D

Blade steer angle

15°

15°

H

Angle of depression

3°

3°

H

Angle of depression

3°

3°

I

Angle of departure

22°

22°

I

Angle of departure

22°

22°

J

Blade ground clearance

28.5 in

725 mm

J

Blade ground clearance

28.5 in

725 mm

L2

Operating length, plow with blade

145 in

3.9 m

L2

Operating length, plow with blade

145 in

3.9 m

With A222 backhoe

180 in

4.6 m

With A222 backhoe

180 in

4.6 m

With reel carrier

154 in

3.9 m

With reel carrier

154 in

3.9 m

With reel carrier and max. dia. reel

169 in

4.3 m

With reel carrier and max. dia. reel

169 in

4.3 m

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H331 PLOW

H331 PLOW

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

L2

Transport length, plow with blade

169 in

4.3 m

L2

Transport length, plow with blade

169 in

4.3 m

With A222 backhoe

203 in

5.2 m

With A222 backhoe

203 in

5.2 m

With reel carrier

177 in

4.5 m

With reel carrier

177 in

4.5 m

With reel carrier and max. dia. reel

192 in

4.9 m

With reel carrier and max. dia. reel

192 in

4.9 m

Reel Carrier

U.S.

Metric

Reel Carrier

U.S.

Metric

M

Internal width

25 in

635 mm

M

Internal width

25 in

635 mm

N

Max. reel diameter

36 in

915 mm

N

Max. reel diameter

36 in

915 mm

P

Spindle height

39 in

985 mm

P

Spindle height

39 in

985 mm

Q

Spindle overhang from front axle

42 in

1.0 m

Q

Spindle overhang from front axle

42 in

1.0 m

Maximum reel capacity

200 lb

90 kg

Maximum reel capacity

200 lb

90 kg

Operating weight with blade

4200 lb

1910 kg

Operating weight with blade

4200 lb

1910 kg

Plow Blades

Plow Blades

Plow blades are available in 12 in (305 mm), 18 in (460 mm) and 24 in (610 mm) blade depths. Select blade for the job; blades with feed tubes or pull blades. Feed tube blades are provided with 4:1 or 10:1 bend ratios. Check with your Ditch Witch dealer for special blade requirements.

Plow blades are available in 12 in (305 mm), 18 in (460 mm) and 24 in (610 mm) blade depths. Select blade for the job; blades with feed tubes or pull blades. Feed tube blades are provided with 4:1 or 10:1 bend ratios. Check with your Ditch Witch dealer for special blade requirements.

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H350 COMBO

H350 COMBO

H350 COMBO

H350 COMBO

Trencher

Trencher

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Trench depth, max.

42 in

1.1 m

A

Trench depth, max.

42 in

1.1 m

A3

Angle of departure

33°

33°

A3

Angle of departure

33°

33°

B

Trench width, min. to max.

6-8 in

150-200 mm

B

Trench width, min. to max.

6-8 in

150-200 mm

C

Boom travel down

55°

55°

C

Boom travel down

55°

55°

C1

Boom travel up

51°

51°

C1

Boom travel up

51°

51°

E1

Centerline of trench to outside edge, left

52 in

1.3 m

E1

Centerline of trench to outside edge, left

52 in

1.3 m

E2

Centerline of trench to outside edge, right 3 in

80 mm

E2

Centerline of trench to outside edge, right 3 in

80 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

23 in

590 mm

F

Headshaft height - digging chain

23 in

590 mm

H

Overhand beyond tire

4.5 in

115 mm

H

Overhand beyond tire

4.5 in

115 mm

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

H1

Height

86 in

2.2 m

L

Headshaft overhang

25 in

630 mm

L

Headshaft overhang

25 in

630 mm

N

Spoil discharge reach

17 in

430 mm

N

Spoil discharge reach

17 in

430 mm

NOTE: With 6 in (150 mm) chain, right side of trench will be in-line with right outside edge of tires. Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel.

NOTE: With 6 in (150 mm) chain, right side of trench will be in-line with right outside edge of tires. Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26X12.00-12 standard tire and wheel.

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H350 COMBO

Plow

H350 COMBO

Plow

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A3

Angle of departure, transport, 18 in blade 26°

26°

A3

Angle of departure, transport, 18 in blade 26°

26°

A

Max. cover depth *

24 in

610 mm

A

Max. cover depth *

24 in

610 mm

Plow swing angle, left

30°

30°

Plow swing angle, left

30°

30°

Plow swing angle, right

20°

20°

Plow swing angle, right

20°

20°

Center of plow to outside edge of unit

20 in

510 mm

Center of plow to outside edge of unit

20 in

510 mm

E1

E1

* Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements and soil conditions.

* Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements and soil conditions.

Operation

U.S.

Metric

Operation

U.S.

Metric

Max. material diameter, pull in

2.5 in

65 mm

Max. material diameter, pull in

2.5 in

65 mm

Max. material diameter, feed chute

1.5 in

40 mm

Max. material diameter, feed chute

1.5 in

40 mm

H350 General

U.S.

Metric

H350 General

U.S.

Metric

Operating weight, less augers, boom, chain, and plow blade

1500 lb

680 kg

Operating weight, less augers, boom, chain, and plow blade

1500 lb

680 kg

Counterweight required, min.

1100 lb

500 kg

Counterweight required, min.

1100 lb

500 kg

Front-mounted weight rack, A222, A322, A422 or A522 backhoe, no rear counterweighting required.

Front-mounted weight rack, A222, A322, A422 or A522 backhoe, no rear counterweighting required.

H341 SAW

H341 SAW

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Trench depth, max.

18 in

455 mm

A

Trench depth, max.

18 in

455 mm

A2

Angle of approach

18°

18°

A2

Angle of approach

18°

18°

A3

Angle of departure

14°

14°

A3

Angle of departure

14°

14°

D

Transport height - attachment

79 in

2.0 m

D

Transport height - attachment

79 in

2.0 m

L2

Overall length - full depth

177 in

4.5 m

L2

Overall length - full depth

177 in

4.5 m

L21

Overall length - transport

162 in

4115 mm

L21

Overall length - transport

162 in

4115 mm

Operation

U.S.

Metric

Operation

U.S.

Metric

Max. breakover angle

38°

38°

Max. breakover angle

38°

38°

Wheelshaft height, full depth

16 in

410 mm

Wheelshaft height, full depth

16 in

410 mm

Wheelshaft overhang from rear axle, full depth

54 in

1.4 m

Wheelshaft overhang from rear axle, full depth

54 in

1.4 m

Attachment height, full depth

54 in

1.4 m

Attachment height, full depth

54 in

1.4 m

Operating height, power unit

86 in

2.2 m

Operating height, power unit

86 in

2.2 m

Not Shown

U.S.

Metric

Not Shown

U.S.

Metric

Max. ground clearance at wheel

11.8 in

300 mm

Max. ground clearance at wheel

11.8 in

300 mm

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine

Centerline trench to outside edge of machine

Left

32 in

815 mm

Left

32 in

815 mm

Right

32 in

815 mm

Right

32 in

815 mm

Attachment width

23 in

580 mm

Attachment width

23 in

580 mm

Number of teeth on saw wheel

36

36

Number of teeth on saw wheel

36

36

Attachment weight

Attachment weight

2.5 in (65 mm) segments

1550 lb

700 kg

2.5 in (65 mm) segments

1550 lb

700 kg

3.5 in (90 mm) segments

1610 lb

730 kg

3.5 in (90 mm) segments

1610 lb

730 kg

5.0 in (130 mm) segments

1660 lb

755 kg

5.0 in (130 mm) segments

1660 lb

755 kg

Counterweight required

800 lb

360 kg

Counterweight required

800 lb

360 kg

Wheel speed, variable

0-160 rpm

0-160 rpm

Wheel speed, variable

0-160 rpm

0-160 rpm

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A322 BACKHOE

A322 BACKHOE

A322 BACKHOE

A322 BACKHOE

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

Dimensions

U.S.

Metric

A

Transport heigth

80.5 in

2.0 m

A

Transport heigth

80.5 in

2.0 m

C

Ground clearance

23 in

584 mm

C

Ground clearance

23 in

584 mm

D

Backhoe length, stowed

60 in

1.5 m

D

Backhoe length, stowed

60 in

1.5 m

F

Digging depth, max.

72 in

1.8 m

F

Digging depth, max.

72 in

1.8 m

G

Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom

66 in

1.7 m

G

Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom

66 in

1.7 m

J

Operating height, fully raised

96.75 in

2.5 m

J

Operating height, fully raised

96.75 in

2.5 m

K

Loading height

46 in

1.2 m

K

Loading height

46 in

1.2 m

L

Loading reach

55 in

1.4 m

L

Loading reach

55 in

1.4 m

M

Reach from swing pivot

102 in

2.6 m

M

Reach from swing pivot

102 in

2.6 m

N

Swing pivot to centerline axle

32 in

813 mm

N

Swing pivot to centerline axle

32 in

813 mm

P

Bucket rotation

132°

132°

P

Bucket rotation

132°

132°

B

Stabilizer spread, transport

64 in

1.6 m

B

Stabilizer spread, transport

64 in

1.6 m

E

Backhoe or basic unit width

57 in

1.5 m

E

Backhoe or basic unit width

57 in

1.5 m

R

Stabilizer spread, operating

104 in

2.6 m

R

Stabilizer spread, operating

104 in

2.6 m

U

Leveling angle

10°

10°

U

Leveling angle

10°

10°

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A322 BACKHOE

General

U.S.

Metric

Bucket

A322 BACKHOE

General

U.S.

Metric

Bucket Width

12 in

300 mm

Width

12 in

300 mm

Capacity

1.1 ft3

0.03 m3

Capacity

1.1 ft3

0.03 m3

Backhoe weight with bucket and without side plates 1125 lb

511 kg

Backhoe weight with bucket and without side plates 1125 lb

511 kg

Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE

Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE

at 48 in (1.2 m)

957 lb

434 kg

at 48 in (1.2 m)

957 lb

434 kg

at ground level

1044 lb

474 kg

at ground level

1044 lb

474 kg

at 72 in (1.8 m)

783 lb

355 kg

at 72 in (1.8 m)

783 lb

355 kg

Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE

Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE

at 48 in (1.2 m)

1784 lb

809 kg

at 48 in (1.2 m)

1784 lb

809 kg

at 72 in (1.8 m)

1500 lb

681 kg

at 72 in (1.8 m)

1500 lb

681 kg

160°

160°

160°

160°

Swing arc Digging force

Swing arc Digging force

Using bucket cylinder @ 2500 psi

5340 lbf

23 750 N

Using bucket cylinder @ 2500 psi

5340 lbf

23 750 N

Using dipperstick cylinder @ 2500 psi

4050 lbf

18 015 N

Using dipperstick cylinder @ 2500 psi

4050 lbf

18 015 N

Counterweight required. See your Ditch Witch dealer.

Counterweight required. See your Ditch Witch dealer.

Specifications are general and subject to change without notice.

If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not match that described.

Specifications are general and subject to change without notice.

If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not match that described.

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY

Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts North American* Limited Warranty Policy

Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts North American* Limited Warranty Policy

Major Component Limited Warranty

Major Component Limited Warranty

Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year, whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (“CMW”). Replacement parts and other serial numbered products (“Products”) that are not listed under Major Component Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited Warranty.

Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year, whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (“CMW”). Replacement parts and other serial numbered products (“Products”) that are not listed under Major Component Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited Warranty.

Major Components are defined as:

Major Components are defined as:

•

Frames.

•

Frames.

•

Differentials and parts contained within.

•

Differentials and parts contained within.

•

Mechanical transmissions.

•

Mechanical transmissions.

•

Drive gearboxes and parts contained within.

•

Drive gearboxes and parts contained within.

•

Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or

•

Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or

protect pumps and motors.

•

Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling

protect pumps and motors.

•

hydraulic components.

Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling hydraulic components.

•

Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits.

•

Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits.

•

Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for

•

Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for

electrical systems.

•

Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces.

electrical systems.

•

Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces.

Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

* Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.

* Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.

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Product Limited Warranty

Product Limited Warranty

Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period.

Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period.

Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

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Exclusions

Exclusions

from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty

from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty

Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are:

Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are:

•

•

Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of products, major components, or parts.

•

Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole

Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of products, major components, or parts.

•

tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets).

Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets).

•

All incidental or consequential damages.

•

All incidental or consequential damages.

•

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper

•

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper

installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products

installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products

were intended.

•

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or

were intended.

•

servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturer’s

servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturer’s

recommendations.

•

All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original

recommendations.

•

manufacturer’s warranty).

•

Parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s warranty (such warranty All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability.

All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original manufacturer’s warranty).

•

will be available to purchaser).

•

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or

Parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s warranty (such warranty will be available to purchaser).

•

All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability.

IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED.

IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED.

Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.

Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.

This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMW’s Product Support department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch dealer.

For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMW’s Product Support department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch dealer.

First version: 1/91; Latest revision: 4/99

First version: 1/91; Latest revision: 4/99