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Charles Machine Works S2B, Operator'S Manual

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Specifications - 22

S2B Operator’s Manual

 

Tire and Load Ratings 

Load ratings for speeds up to 65 mph (104 km/h)

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 necessarily match that described.

ST205/75R15, C tire

U.S.

Metric

Cold inflation pressure 

50 psi

345 kPa

GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating)

2990 lb

1356 kg

Tare (empty) weight

689 lb

312.5 kg

Max. tongue load

450 lb

204 kg

Maximum cargo (MLWR, max load weight rating at max tongue load)

2300 lb

1043 kg

Summary of Contents for S2B

Page 1: ...S2B Issue 1 0 Operator s Manual 053 2946...

Page 2: ...w Vehicle Identification Number VIN Record VIN and date of purchase in spaces provided VIN tag shown is located toward the front of the trailer frame Unit Components Date of manufacture Date of purcha...

Page 3: ...an appropriately sized vehicle Equipment Modification This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations Modification of equipment could mean that it will no...

Page 4: ...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 Reporting Safety Defects If...

Page 5: ...2B Operator s Manual S2B Operator s Manual Issue number 1 0 OM 5 16 Part number 053 2946 Copyright 2016 by The Charles Machine Works Inc and Ditch Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles Machin...

Page 6: ...Intended Use 2 Foreword 3 Reporting Safety Defects 3 Safety 7 Guidelines 7 Safety Alert Classifications 8 Safety Alerts 9 Prepare 11 Inspect Site 11 Inspect Trailer 11 Lay Out Equipment 12 Operate 15...

Page 7: ...Contents 6 S2B Operator s Manual Service 19 Each Use 19 Specifications 21 Support 23 Procedure 23 Resources 23 Warranty 24 Appendix 23 Tire Safety Information...

Page 8: ...accessories even if traveling short distances Position equipment on trailer to provide proper weight distribution Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about operation maintenance...

Page 9: ...s DANGER WARNING and CAUTION Learn what each level means indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extrem...

Page 10: ...S2B Operator s Manual Safety 9 Safety Alerts Safety Alerts Read operator s manual Follow safety rules and know how to use all controls Your safety is at stake 273 475...

Page 11: ...Safety 10 S2B Operator s Manual Safety Alerts...

Page 12: ...are in place Replace if damaged or missing Check hitch for wear and cracks Lubricate if needed Check pins and retainer clips Replace if damaged or missing Check tire pressure See Check Tire Pressure...

Page 13: ...sod or other pieces of equipment Ensure that load will remain balanced with and without consumables such as sod or water loaded Check loading on each side of trailer by weighing Read operator s manua...

Page 14: ...6 Record total unhitched weight of trailer and load This is gross trailer weight GTW and must not exceed trailer GVWR or tow vehicle GTW 7 Multiply GTW by 0 9 and record this number as 90 GTW 8 Hitch...

Page 15: ...Prepare 14 S2B Operator s Manual Position Load...

Page 16: ...k crank to raise jack base and stow handle 7 Remove wheel blocks 8 Verify operation of trailer lights Unhitch from Tow Vehicle 1 Stop tow vehicle and trailer on level ground 2 Put manual transmission...

Page 17: ...rking brake and shut down unit If present turn fuel shut off to off position Tie Down Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Stay away To help avoid injury Keep boom as low as possible du...

Page 18: ...and raise digging boom but keep it as low as possible 7 Slowly back unit down or ramps Clean Up Make sure all tools and accessories are securely loaded on trailer After unloading remove all loose deb...

Page 19: ...Operate 18 S2B Operator s Manual Clean Up...

Page 20: ...ug Nut Torque Check lug nut torque each use Tighten lug nuts in the sequence shown to the specifications below First pass 20 25 ft lb 27 34 N m Second pass 50 60 ft lb 68 81 N m Third pass 90 120 ft l...

Page 21: ...1 each use Tighten U bolts to 50 60 ft lb 68 81 N m Tighten trailer bolts to according to the information below First pass at 10 miles of use 20 25 ft lb 27 34 N m Second pass at 25 miles of use 50 6...

Page 22: ...Clearance 13 5 in 343 mm W Width outside fenders 64 5 in 1 6 m W2 Width between fenders 45 5 in 1 2 mm Width between frame rails 38 in 965 mm W3 Width of ramp each 10 in 254 mm A Loading angle 15 15...

Page 23: ...e required equipment should be weighed and measured Due to selected options delivered equipment may not necessarily match that described ST205 75R15 C tire U S Metric Cold inflation pressure 50 psi 34...

Page 24: ...Appendix 23 S2B Operator s Manual Appendix...

Page 25: ...nly to prevent overloading front to back and side to side Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions as reasonable Too many items on one side may overload a tire The best way...

Page 26: ...s manual to determine how this weight transfer reduces the available cargo and luggage capacity of your vehicle 1 3 GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOLOGY Bead the part of the tire that is made of steel wires w...

Page 27: ...the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Recommended inflation pressure the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label...

Page 28: ...rmation on the following topics Basic tire maintenance Uniform Tire Quality Grading System Fundamental characteristics of tires Tire safety tips Use this information to make tire safety a regular part...

Page 29: ...tire is cold The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature Rather a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours When you drive your tires get warmer causing the a...

Page 30: ...rame This adjustment maximizes the life of your tires These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician 1 5 8 TIRE REPAIR The proper repair of a punctured t...

Page 31: ...load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 1 6 TIRE SAFETY TIPS Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road Do not run over curbs or other f...

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