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RT115 Tier 3- CONTENTS

RT115 Tier 3 - CONTENTS

SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Saw Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Saw Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Backhoe Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Backhoe Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

DRILLING ATTACHMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . 142

Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Disassemble Joints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Saw Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Saw Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Backhoe Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Backhoe Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

DRILLING ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . 142

Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Disassemble Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Summary of Contents for RT115 Tier 3

Page 1: ...d serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided Tractor 1 and engine serial numbers 2 are located as shown Date of Manufacture Date of Purchase Tractor Serial Number Front Attachment Serial N...

Page 2: ...urn 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...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...Copyright 2007 2008 by The Charles Machine Works Inc Perry Oklahoma Ditch Witch CMW AutoCrowd Jet Trac Roto Witch Subsite Fluid Miser Power Pipe Super Witch Pierce Airrow The Underground The Undergro...

Page 5: ...IEW 11 CONTROLS 13 Control Console Overview 13 Control Console Descriptions 15 Drive Position Overview 25 Drive Position Descriptions 26 Work Position Overview 31 Work Position Descriptions 32 Seat Ad...

Page 6: ...Underground Hazards 46 Emergency Procedures 47 Jobsite Classification 50 Safety Alert Classifications 54 Safety Alerts 55 TRACTOR 61 Daily Inspection 61 Start up 62 Operation 65 Shutdown 66 TRANSPORT...

Page 7: ...85 Operation 87 Operating Tips 92 Optional Equipment 93 PLOW ATTACHMENT 95 Plow Controls Overview 95 Plow Control Descriptions 96 Setup 99 Operation 102 Operating Tips 105 Optional Equipment 108 REEL...

Page 8: ...126 Optional Equipment 127 BACKHOE ATTACHMENT 129 Backhoe Controls Overview 129 Backhoe Control Descriptions 130 Setup 137 Operation 138 Stow 139 DRILLING ATTACHMENT 141 Drilling Attachment Control D...

Page 9: ...tion 151 Overview 152 10 Hour 153 50 Hour 175 100 Hour 179 250 Hour 183 500 Hour 188 1000 Hour 194 2000 Hour 199 5000 Hour 201 As Needed 203 Tier 3 Service Overview 212 SPECIFICATIONS 221 RT115 221 H9...

Page 10: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTENTS 1...

Page 11: ...combo plow trencher attachment Optional enclosed cab work lights air conditioning cruise control rear and coordinated steering drilling attachment and reel carriers are also available All rear mounte...

Page 12: ...nch widths of 6 to 12 150 to 305 mm Cover depth is the same as for the standard plows The H1140 for the RT115 Tier 3 tractor is a centerline saw having a maximum trench depth of 40 990 mm with trench...

Page 13: ...nostic gauge 4 Coolant temperature gauge 5 Engine oil pressure gauge 6 Horn 7 Drilling attachment control 8 Ignition switch 9 Auxiliary power outlet 10 Hydraulic motor control 11 Reel carrier control...

Page 14: ...speed direction indicator 15 Ground drive indicator 16 Cruise control indicator 17 Hydraulic fluid temperature indicator 18 Hydraulic filter restriction indicator 19 Low speed indicator 20 High speed...

Page 15: ...NS CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS Voltmeter This gauge displays electrical system voltage Reading should show 12 to 15 volts with engine running If not stop engine and investigate Fuel Gauge This gauge...

Page 16: ...mperature Gauge This gauge displays cooling system coolant temperature Normal coolant temperature is 180 220 F 82 104 C Alarm will sound if coolant temperature is high If temperature is high Turn off...

Page 17: ...s gauge shows oil pressure Normal operating pressure is 15 50 psi 105 345 kPa Alarm will sound if engine oil pressure is low If pressure is low Check oil level If pressure is still low consult service...

Page 18: ...se when engine starts Key will return to on position Turn counterclockwise to stop engine If engine does not start on first attempt check that all interlock requirements have been met return switch to...

Page 19: ...ct low speed Low speed indicator will light Shutdown Override Control This control allows a tempoary override of engine shutdown Press to delay engine shut down for 30 seconds after cycling ignition s...

Page 20: ...art interlock system Attachment Speed Direction Indicator This indicator lights when attachment speed direction control is in neutral This indicator is part of the start interlock system IMPORTANT All...

Page 21: ...in neutral Cruise Control Indicator Indicator lights when cruise control is operating Hydraulic Fluid Temperature Indicator This indicator lights and alarm sounds if hydraulic fluid overheats If temp...

Page 22: ...cold weather Run tractor at low engine rpm until hyraulic fluid warms Indicator will turn off after hydraulic fluid warms Change filter when indicator lights Low Speed Indicator This indicator lights...

Page 23: ...s present Cold Start Wait Indicator This indicator lights when intake air pre heater is operating If lamp is on wait until lamp goes out before starting engine IMPORTANT For more information about the...

Page 24: ...when a critical engine fault occurs A fault code will be stored in the diagnostic gauge and the engine will shut down within 30 seconds Parking Brake Indicator This indicator lights when parking brak...

Page 25: ...W DRIVE POSITION OVERVIEW 1 Parking brake 2 Gearbox control 3 Attachment speed direction control 4 Steering wheel column tilt control 5 Tilt indicator 6 Service brake 7 Ground drive hand control 8 Gro...

Page 26: ...This lever controls parking brake Push to disengage Pull to engage Gearbox Control yellow This lever allows operator to select high or low gearbox setting Move forward to 1 to select low Move back to...

Page 27: ...tor box Pull to rotate backward To go faster in either direction move control farther from neutral position To stop move control to neutral position Steering Wheel Column Tilt Control This lever contr...

Page 28: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTROLS DRIVE POSITION DESCRIPTIONS 2 Tilt Indicator Indicates tilt away from level Service Brake This pedal stops tractor Press to stop tractor Release to move tractor T In S T...

Page 29: ...TIONS Ground Drive Hand Control black This lever controls unit speed and direction Pull up on collar to unlock Push forward to go forward Pull back to go backward To go faster in either direction move...

Page 30: ...erse speed Release to reduce speed in either direction Backfill Blade Control This lever raises lowers tilts and angles backfill blade Move forward to lower blade Move forward to end to float Move bac...

Page 31: ...Steer select control 3 Frame tilt control 4 Throttle 5 Diagnostic connector 6 Cruise control selector 7 Cruise control RPM selector 8 Trench Depth Meter 9 Climate control selector 10 Air conditioning...

Page 32: ...to left Center knob to turn wheels straight Turn knob clockwise to turn wheels to right Steer Select Control This optional switch selects between crab rear and coordinated steering Press top to selec...

Page 33: ...me Tilt Control This optional switch tilts frame left or right Press right side to tilt right Press left side to tilt left Throttle orange This lever controls engine speed Move left to increase speed...

Page 34: ...onal switch activates the cruise control feature Press right to turn on Press left to turn off Only select cruise control when Gearbox control is in low Hydraulic motor switch is set at low Ground dri...

Page 35: ...ine rpm This typically decreases ground speed Turn knob counterclockwise to decrease engine rpm This typically increases ground speed Climate Control Selector This optional knob selects cab air condit...

Page 36: ...tivates cab air conditioning Press top to turn air conditioning on Press bottom to turn air conditioning off Climate Control Fan Speed Selector This optional knob controls fan speed when air condition...

Page 37: ...s gauge displays auxiliary system pressure Maximum operating pressure is 2500 psi 172 bar Axle Lock Control This switch locks rear axle Press top to lock axle Press bottom to unlock axle IMPORTANT Aft...

Page 38: ...CONTROLS SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW 3 SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW 1 Seat slide control 2 Armrest adjustment control 3 Seat pivot control 4 Seat height adjustment lock located on opposite side t03om014a ep...

Page 39: ...o adjust Remove knob Adjust armrest to desired position Replace knob Seat Pivot Control This control allows operator s seat to be turned to a range of 0 to 90 degrees Pull to pivot seat to the right i...

Page 40: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTROLS SEAT ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTIONS 4 Seat Height Adjustment Lock This control locks seat height Rotate clockwise to lock seat height Rotate counterclockwise to unlock seat height S T...

Page 41: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTROLS 41 OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW 1 Windshield wiper switch 2 Warning flasher switch 3 Light switch optional...

Page 42: ...Windshield Wiper Switch This optional switch controls windshield wipers Press top to turn on Press top to end to wash windshield Press bottom to turn off Warning Flasher Switch This optional switch co...

Page 43: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTROLS 43 OVERHEAD CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS Light Switch This optional switch controls lights Press top to turn on Press bottom to turn off...

Page 44: ...RT115 Tier 3 CONTROLS OVERHEAD CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS 4...

Page 45: ...orrect tools and machinery safety equipment and work methods for jobsite Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away Wear personal protective equipment Review jobsite hazards safety and emergency pr...

Page 46: ...al and regulatory requirements Lighting Kit If you need additional light plug lighting kit into provided outlet Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information UNDERGROUND HAZARDS Striking und...

Page 47: ...electric cables remember the following Electricity follows all paths to ground not just path of least resistance Pipes hoses and cables will conduct electricity back to all equipment Low voltage curre...

Page 48: ...a and contact utility Raise attachments and drive from immediate area Contact utility company to shut off power Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility com...

Page 49: ...tility company If jobsite is along street stop traffic from driving near jobsite Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency personnel and utility company If a Fiber Optic Cable is Da...

Page 50: ...subscribe to One Call Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground hazards such as Buried utility notices Utility facilities without overhead lines Gas or water meters Junction boxes Dro...

Page 51: ...might contain unmarked hazards take steps outlined previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working If working then classify jobsite as within 10 3 m of a buried electric line electr...

Page 52: ...soft excavation Have service shut down while work is in progress Have electric company test lines before returning them to service Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions In addition to positioning equipment...

Page 53: ...en trenching sawing or drilling through material that might produce dust containing crystalline silica quartz Other Jobsite Precautions You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other unde...

Page 54: ...UTION Learn what each level means indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoid...

Page 55: ...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 Deadly gases Lack of oxygen or presen...

Page 56: ...work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away Moving parts could cut off hand or foot Stay...

Page 57: ...carefully 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...

Page 58: ...eath 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 befo...

Page 59: ...cool Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss Wear hearing protection Fall possible Slips or trips may result in injury Keep area clean Battery acid may cause burns Avoid contact Improper...

Page 60: ...RT115 Tier 3 SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS 6...

Page 61: ...f tractor and attachments Look for loose worn or damaged parts and fluid leaks Check condition of all wear items such as brake pads and disc fan belts and light bulbs Check condition of attachment wea...

Page 62: ...uipment damage could occur Follow directions carefully NOTICE Do not use ether as a starting aid on this engine Ether may damage engine and cause explosion Runaway possible Machine could run over you...

Page 63: ...llover possible If machine rolls over you could be thrown from seat and killed or crushed Wear seat belt NOTICE Read operator s manual before operating equipment Follow instructions carefully Contact...

Page 64: ...trying to start again 6 Run engine at half throttle or less for five minutes before operating tractor During warm up check that all controls work properly Improper control function could cause death...

Page 65: ...trol to 2 high 6 Adjust throttle 7 Move ground drive control to forward or reverse EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Turn ignition switch to STOP Moving traffic hazardous situation Death or serious injury could resu...

Page 66: ...l attachments to ground 5 Move throttle to idle for 3 minutes to cool 6 Turn ignition switch to STOP If leaving machine unattended remove key 7 For maintenance or long term storage turn battery discon...

Page 67: ...ifting points are identified by lifting decals Lifting at any other point is unsafe and can damage machinery Tractor Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment s s...

Page 68: ...nterline Trencher Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment s size and weight Crushing weight If load falls or moves it could kill or crush you Use proper procedu...

Page 69: ...Traversing Trencher Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment s size and weight Plow Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipm...

Page 70: ...efore lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment s size and weight Saw Before lifting check SPECIFICATIONS Use a hoist capable of supporting equipment s size and weight t...

Page 71: ...decals Securing unit to trailer at any other points may be unsafe and can damage machinery Tractor Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points Make sure tiedowns are tight before transporting uni...

Page 72: ...h boom Traversing Trencher Lower trencher to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and through boom IMPORTANT If trencher is equipped with a trench cleaner ensure that trench cleaner shoe is fully...

Page 73: ...73 TIEDOWN Plow Lower plow to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and vibrator box NOTICE Unsecured plow can swing outside the trailer and become a traffic hazard Lower plow and chain to trailer...

Page 74: ...RT115 Tier 3 TRANSPORTATION TIEDOWN 7 Combo Lower trencher and plow to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and plow vibrator box t03om010h eps C L fr...

Page 75: ...Tier 3 TRANSPORTATION 75 TIEDOWN Saw Lower saw to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and at hook on rear of saw Reel Carrier Lower reel carrier to trailer and tie down at attachment arms t03om08...

Page 76: ...ler operator s manual before loading or transporting your machine Incorrectly loaded machine can slip or cause trailer sway Park load and unload trailer on a level part of jobsite Check that unit and...

Page 77: ...ng brake and verify parking brake indicator is off 7 Move hydraulic motor switch to low 8 Move gearbox control to 1 low 9 Slowly drive tractor onto trailer until tie down position is reached 10 Engage...

Page 78: ...steering wheel column down 6 Start tractor See TRACTOR for proper start up procedures 7 Raise attachments but keep them low and centered 8 Release parking brake and verify that parking brake indicator...

Page 79: ...ould not be towed If unit becomes disabled and towing is necessary Tow at less than 1 mph 1 6 km h Do not tow for more than 200 yd 180 m Steering will be very difficult Incorrect procedures could resu...

Page 80: ...t unit from rolling 4 Activate the tow valve Remove floor plate Turn tow valve counterclockwise two complete times Replace floor plate 5 Fasten seatbelt and adjust seatbelt 6 Remove blocks 7 Disengage...

Page 81: ...TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW TRENCHER ATTACHMENT TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW 1 Cruise control selector 4 Boom lift control 2 Trencher slide control 5 Cruise control RPM control 3 Trench cleaner lift con...

Page 82: ...select cruise control when gearbox control is in low hydraulic motor switch is set at low ground drive is in neutral Trencher Slide Control This lever controls trencher slide Push to move trencher to...

Page 83: ...CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Trench Cleaner Lift Control This optional lever raises or lowers trench cleaner Push to lower Pull to raise Boom Lift Control This lever raises or lowers digging boom Push to low...

Page 84: ...creases ground speed temporarily Trench Depth Meter Trench Depth Meter TDM is an optional electronic system for measuring and recording trench depth TDM also displays productivity and distance while t...

Page 85: ...ce 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...

Page 86: ...nd verify parking brake indicator is on 5 Move gearbox control to 1 low 6 Select low hydraulic motor speed 7 Lower backfill blade 8 Tilt steering wheel column up 9 Swivel seat to the work position 10...

Page 87: ...ontrol dust Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer Electrical shock Contacting electrical lines will cause death or serious injury Know location of...

Page 88: ...ase parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is off Flying objects thrown by machine may strike people Wear hard hat and safety glasses Moving digging teeth will cause death or serious injury...

Page 89: ...ground drive control to neutral 12 Adjust throttle to low idle 13 Raise boom 14 As boom clears top of trench move attachment speed direction control to neutral 15 Swivel seat to the drive position 16...

Page 90: ...9 When desired depth is reached ensure throttle is fully open 10 Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position 11 Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging conditions In ha...

Page 91: ...or at outer edge of spoils 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 4 Repeat on oth...

Page 92: ...neutral and raise boom slightly Reverse chain direction If object must be removed manually turn engine off and engage parking brake When cutting asphalt start trench in soil at edge of road and use sh...

Page 93: ...on about trench cleaners contact your Ditch Witch dealer Trench Depth Meter Trench Depth Meter TDM is an optional electronic system for measuring and recording trench depth TDM also displays productiv...

Page 94: ...RT115 Tier 3 TRENCHER ATTACHMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 9...

Page 95: ...RT115 Tier 3 PLOW ATTACHMENT 95 PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW PLOW ATTACHMENT PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW 1 Plow swing control 2 Blade position control 3 Plow lift control...

Page 96: ...to swing right Push to end to float Blade Position This lever controls plow blade position Pull to steer right Push to steer left NOTICE If soil conditions allow operate in float position Lower plow i...

Page 97: ...o lower plow Push to end to float Plow Stow Lock This lever locks or unlocks plow Lift plow and pull lever to release NOTICE If soil conditions allow operate in float position Lower plow into ground b...

Page 98: ...rier Control This optional switch controls reel carrier Press top to raise Press bottom to lower NOTICE Operate reel carrier in the lowest position possible for improved stability and visibility See S...

Page 99: ...us injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment NOTICE Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling Incorrect procedures could...

Page 100: ...nch See TRACTOR for operating procedures 4 Engage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is on 5 Lower backfill blade 6 Lower plow to starting point of trench 7 Turn ignition switch to STOP...

Page 101: ...ing pulled or fed Pull Insert material into pulling grip Tape grip with duct tape Feed Remove cable guide Feed cable through tube from top to bottom Replace cable guide and tighten fasteners Secure ca...

Page 102: ...ous injury Know location of lines and stay away NOTICE Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution Expose lines by hand before digging Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or prope...

Page 103: ...8 Raise backfill blade 9 Tilt steering wheel column up 10 Swivel seat to the work position 11 Engage axle lock 12 Move ground drive control forward to plowing speed and lower plow blade into ground 13...

Page 104: ...peed direction control to neutral 22 Swivel seat to the drive position 23 Engage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is on 24 Lower backfill blade 25 Turn ignition switch to STOP and remo...

Page 105: ...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 condit...

Page 106: ...1 coordinated plowing 2 and crabbing 3 To offset plow Offset plowing can be used to plow next to a road while keeping tires on a more stable surface or in similar conditions 1 Use plow swing to move...

Page 107: ...ve steer select control to coordinated position 2 Slowly move tractor forward 3 Plow as normal To crab Crab plowing can be used to plow along edge of jobsite or in similar conditions 1 Move steer sele...

Page 108: ...and Winder Reel carriers and winders are designed to fit your Ditch Witch equipment and speed cable installation Contact your Ditch Witch dealer Toe or Bullet Toes feed blades stabilize the plow for m...

Page 109: ...RT115 Tier 3 REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT 109 REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW 1 Reel winder selector switch 2 Reel winder control...

Page 110: ...eft to activate backfill blade controls Reel Winder Control This control lowers and raises reel winder arm to engage or disengage roller tire This control also selects the direction the reel rotates M...

Page 111: ...to rotate desired reel 1 Lower reel carrier 2 Turn off engine 3 Remove reel Incorrect procedures could result in death injury or property damage Learn to use equipment correctly Crushing weight could...

Page 112: ...olt 1 that attaches hydraulic lift cylinder to lever arm For 2 to 5 61 to152 cm diameter reels Rotate lever arm 3 back and attach cylinder rod to bottom cylinder mounting hole 1 For 5 to 7 152 to 213...

Page 113: ...line to reel 7 Move reel winder selector switch to activate reel winder control functions 8 Lower reel winder arm until tire meets reel flange 9 Wind service line 10 When finished winding raise reel w...

Page 114: ...RT115 Tier 3 REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT OPERATION 1...

Page 115: ...RT115 Tier 3 SAW ATTACHMENT 115 SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW SAW ATTACHMENT SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW 1 Cruise control selector 2 Stabilizer lift control 3 Saw lift control 4 Cruise control RPM control optional...

Page 116: ...AW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS 1 SAW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Stabilizer Lift Control This lever raises or lowers stabilizers Push to lower Pull to raise Saw Lift Control This lever raises or lowers saw Push to...

Page 117: ...off Only select cruise control when gearbox control is in low hydraulic motor switch is set at low ground drive is in neutral Cruise Control RPM Control This optional control adjusts engine rpm Turn c...

Page 118: ...ds 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...

Page 119: ...steps 1 3 to make sure bits are in the proper location and secured at proper depth 5 If bits do not hit diverters Set parking brake Fasten and adjust seat belt Start tractor and adjust throttle Raise...

Page 120: ...arking brake and verify parking brake indicator is on 5 Move gearbox control to 1 low 6 Tilt steering wheel column up 7 Swivel seat to the work position 8 Engage axle lock 9 Lower saw to just above gr...

Page 121: ...or other means to control dust Silica dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to cause cancer Electrical shock Contacting electrical lines will cause death or serious inju...

Page 122: ...people Wear hard hat and safety glasses Moving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg Stay away NOTICE Machine might jerk when digging starts Allow 3 1 m between digging teeth and obstacle...

Page 123: ...saw clears top of trench move attachment speed direction control to neutral 9 Swivel seat to the drive position 10 Tilt steering wheel column down 11 Drive a short distance away from work site 12 Dise...

Page 124: ...hen desired depth is reached ensure throttle is fully open 10 Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position 11 Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging conditions In harde...

Page 125: ...at outer edge of spoils 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 4 Repeat on other...

Page 126: ...ults use retaining clip loading and removing tool and a knock out bar included with saw to remove and reinsert bits Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material such as sandstone or froz...

Page 127: ...nt NOTICE Welding can damage electronics Welding currents can damage electronic components Always disconnect the ECU ground connection from the frame harness connections to the ECU and other electroni...

Page 128: ...RT115 Tier 3 SAW ATTACHMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1...

Page 129: ...OVERVIEW 1 Remote backfill blade control 2 Left stabilizer control 3 Boom swing control 4 Remote engine throttle control 5 Work light control 6 Swing lock pin 7 Remote engine stop switch 8 Bucket dip...

Page 130: ...HOE CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Remote Backfill Blade Control This control raises or lowers backfill blade Pull to raise Push to lower Stabilizer Controls These controls raise or lower stabilizers Pull in to...

Page 131: ...swing left Move right to swing right Pull to raise Push to lower Control can perform more than one action at a time Using them together operator can feather or combine backhoe operations NOTICE Do not...

Page 132: ...engine speed Push forward to increase engine speed Work Light Control This control operates optional backhoe work lights IMPORTANT Remote throttle will only function above throttle setting at operator...

Page 133: ...ing transport To lock First engage stow lock See Stow Lock Control later in this chapter Insert swing lock pin into hole 1 To release Remove swing lock pin and store in hole 2 Release stow lock See St...

Page 134: ...and moves dipper in or out Move right to open bucket Move left to close bucket Pull to move dipper in Push to move dipper out Control can perform more than one action at a time Using them together ope...

Page 135: ...ng transport To lock Raise boom fully Pull stow lock control handle back Lower boom slightly to to engage lock Insert swing lock pin To release Remove swing lock pin and store in pin holder located on...

Page 136: ...control is used to move machine backward or forward while in backhoe operator station Push handle for forward movement Pull handle for reverse movement NOTICE Do not operate remote ground drive contr...

Page 137: ...round 6 Check that backfill blade is straight and lower it to ground 7 Decrease engine speed to low throttle 8 Move to backhoe operator s station 9 Lower stabilizers enough to lift front tires 10 Remo...

Page 138: ...e or trench Keep dipper and boom at right angles as much as possible for maximum power Keep bucket in linewithdipperas much as possible Position bucket so teeth cut soil As soil is cut curl bucket und...

Page 139: ...dipper fully toward boom 3 Lift boom to highest position and latch stow lock 4 Lower boom slightly to to engage lock 5 Engage swing lock See Swing Lock Pin earlier in this chapter 6 Raise stabilizers...

Page 140: ...RT115 Tier 3 BACKHOE ATTACHMENT 1...

Page 141: ...ous 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 Incorrect proce...

Page 142: ...top To rotate counterclockwise press bottom IMPORTANT Always rotate clockwise during drillingandbackreaming Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bo...

Page 143: ...mpletion point for the drilling project 2 Dig a target trench 2 across the anticipated completion point IMPORTANT The approach trench should be at least deep enough for pipe to lay flat and enter soil...

Page 144: ...t to the cutting end of the drill string 3 Put drill string in approach trench 4 Move tractor to the approach trench and align the drilling attachment with the intended bore path 5 Turn off engine 6 A...

Page 145: ...control and turn ignition switch to STOP NOTICE Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may bend drill rod After bore path is established speed may be slightly increased If drill rod s...

Page 146: ...nch 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 After drilling 5 1 5 m stop unit and remove drill string guide Do not us...

Page 147: ...tion switch to STOP 2 Replace drill bit with backreamer 3 Start tractor engine and begin clockwise rotation 4 Slowly back up tractor while maintaining rotation 5 When backreamer exits the bore hole st...

Page 148: ...s apart OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Drill Rod 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 Bit...

Page 149: ...EA specification E4 E5 Other multi viscosity diesel engine oils meeting API classifications CI C4 CH 4 or ACEA E3 may be used but only with 250 hour change intervals MPG Multipurpose grease EPG Extrem...

Page 150: ...ification JDM H24A2 NOTICE Do not use water or high silicate automotive type coolant This will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure NOTICE Do not mix heavy duty diesel engine coolant and...

Page 151: ...ectronic components prior to welding on machine or attachments Connect welder ground close to welding point and make sure no electronic components are in the ground path We recommend that NO WELDING s...

Page 152: ...DEO diesel engine oil THF Tractor hydraulic fluid MPL 80W90 multipurpose lubricant Brake fluid ATF Automatic transmission fluid applies only to tractors equipped with powershift transmission EPG Extre...

Page 153: ...el DEAC Check hoses Check radiator fins Check tire pressure Check wheel lug nuts 295 ft lb 400 N m TRENCHER Lube trencher tail roller EPG Lube trencher pivot EPG Lube trencher auger bearings EPG Lube...

Page 154: ...ne on dipstick PLOW Lube plow pivots EPG Check plow vibrator oil MPL Check plow arm pins and bushings Check plow connector pivots Check attachment mounting bolts 200 ft lb 271 N m SAW Clean saw Clean...

Page 155: ...ir Filter Indicator and Clean Dust Trap Check air filter indicator 1 and clean dust trap every 10 hours Red band indicates filter must be changed Push button 2 to re set indicator Clean dust from trap...

Page 156: ...t plug as needed until water is removed and fuel runs from drain Check Hydraulic Fluid With frame level check fluid at sight glass every 10 hours Add THF at fill as necessary Fluid capacity up to sigh...

Page 157: ...RT115 Tier 3 SERVICE 157 10 HOUR SERVICE Check Hydraulic Reservoir Fill and Strainer Check hydraulic reservoir fill and strainer on operator s station step every 10 hours Wipe away any dirt or debris...

Page 158: ...essure Lower block or support any raised component with a hoist Cover connection with heavy cloth and loosen connector nut slightly to relieve residual pressure Catch all fluid in a container Before u...

Page 159: ...Level With engine cool check coolant level in auxiliary tank every 10 hours If low add approved coolant Do not overfill Check Hoses Check all hoses every 10 hours IMPORTANT See Approved Coolants earli...

Page 160: ...every 10 hours Clean out with compressed air or spray wash if required Be careful not to damage fins with high pressure air or water Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions Check T...

Page 161: ...ICE Check Wheel Lug Nuts Check tightness of wheel lug nuts 1 every 10 hours Tighten lugnuts to 295 ft lb 400 N m Trencher Lube Trencher Tail Roller Wipe zerks clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG Lu...

Page 162: ...RVICE 1 Lube Trencher Pivot Wipe five zerks located on right of trencher pivot clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG Wipe four zerks located on left of trencher pivot clean and lube every 10 hours wi...

Page 163: ...ICE 163 10 HOUR SERVICE Lube Trencher Auger Bearings Lube two auger bearing zerks one on each side every 10 hours with EPG Lube Trencher Auger Shaft Lube four auger shaft zerks two on each side every...

Page 164: ...ear 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 to...

Page 165: ...chains If sidebars are bent or loose on chain pins chain spacers should be used to join sidebars Check Boom Mounting Bolts Check 10 bolts 5 on each side every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep...

Page 166: ...rqued to 200 ft lb 271 N m Check Personnel Restraint Bar Trench Cleaner Check 6 bolts that mount restraint bar trench cleaner to arm every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts tight Check fo...

Page 167: ...uld be 4 5 5 5 114 140 mm To tighten chain loosen six bolts on trencher boom and pump EPG into cylinder To relieve chain tension loosen plug on grease cylinder Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cau...

Page 168: ...G Check Plow Vibrator Oil Check plow vibrator oil on each side of vibrator every 10 hours With vibrator horizontal oil should be halfway up sight glass 2 Add MPL as needed at fill 1 IMPORTANT Do not a...

Page 169: ...SERVICE 169 10 HOUR SERVICE Check Plow Arm Pins and Bushings Check plow arm pins and bushings every 10 hours Tighten as needed Check Plow Connector Pivots Visually check pivots every 10 hours for wea...

Page 170: ...k Attachment Mounting Bolts Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts and other fasteners tight Check for looseness or wear Apply Loctite 271 adhesive Check that bolts...

Page 171: ...ter each use After using saw clean tractor before performing routine lubrication and maintenance Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water Clean Spoil Chutes Clean spoil chutes after each...

Page 172: ...urs with EPG Check Saw Bits Check that saw 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 carbide cap or ins...

Page 173: ...ERVICE 173 10 HOUR SERVICE Check Segments Check saw segments every 10 hours Replace as needed Check Segment Bolts Check segment bolts after first 10 hours of operation and then as needed Torque to 700...

Page 174: ...0 HOUR SERVICE 1 Check Attachment Mounting Bolts Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and tighten as necessary Check for looseness or wear Apply Loctite 271 adhesive Check that bolts are torqued to 200...

Page 175: ...perly tensioned when long span 2 moves about 1 2 13 mm when pushed If needed loosen alternator bolts 1 and adjust idler pulley Task Note TRACTOR Check drive belt Check hydraulic reservoir breather Che...

Page 176: ...breather as needed by blowing with low pressure air When breather element becomes clogged remove and clean or replace Check Fuel Tank Breather Check fuel tank breather every 50 hours Ensure breather...

Page 177: ...Filter Check filter every 50 hours for wear or holes Check more often if working in dusty conditions Trencher Check Trencher Gearbox Oil Check oil at sight tube every 50 hours Keep oil level at horizo...

Page 178: ...ug and move plow vibrator to horizontal position Fill with MPL at fill 1 until oil is halfway up sight glass 2 Refill capacity is 4 qt 3 8 L Saw Lube Saw Lift Arm Pivot Wipe zerks clean and lube saw l...

Page 179: ...luid Check brake fluid every 100 hours of operation Check brake fluid more frequently if working in dusty conditions Refill with DOT 3 brake fluid Task Note TRACTOR Check brake fluid BRAKE Change engi...

Page 180: ...g Remove filter 1 and replace with new filter each time oil is changed Refill with DEO at fill neck 2 NOTICE Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John Deere Plus 50 or ACEA E6 E7 Oil...

Page 181: ...SERVICE Plow Check Shear Mounts Check shear mounts for wear every 100 hours Replace as needed IMPORTANT When replacing shear mounts it is important to compress the shear mounts with the washers to pre...

Page 182: ...is applied and released visually check joints for motion If motion is observed contact your Ditch Witch dealer To test lower pivot Lower plow to ground Use hydraulic jack to place load on lower arm As...

Page 183: ...hours of operation When properly adjusted there is 1 4 1 2 6 13 mm free play in pedal Task Note TRACTOR Adjust service brake Lube driveshaft U joints EPG Lube axle spindle pins EPG Check ground drive...

Page 184: ...3 SERVICE 250 HOUR SERVICE 1 Lube Driveshaft U joints Lube driveshaft U joints every 250 hours with 3 4 shots of EPG Lube Axle Spindle Pins Lube axle spindle pins every 250 hours with 3 4 shots of EP...

Page 185: ...ound Drive Gearbox Oil Check oil level at fill 1 every 250 hours Keep level at raised horizontal line on gearbox Add MPL as needed Check Differential Oil Check oil level at fill 1 every 250 hours Add...

Page 186: ...oil level in planetary wheel ends every 250 hours Add MPL as needed Check ROPS Shock Mounts Check ROPS shock mounts for wear or damage every 250 hours Ensure that isolator irons do not make contact wi...

Page 187: ...RT115 Tier 3 SERVICE 187 250 HOUR SERVICE Change Cab Air Filter Change filter every 250 hours Change more often if working in dusty conditions...

Page 188: ...ange Fuel Filters Change fuel filters shown every 500 hours Task Note TRACTOR Change fuel filters Change engine oil and filter DEO Change hydraulic fluid and filter THF Check radiator SCA level PLOW C...

Page 189: ...n oil and replace plug Remove filter 1 and replace with new filter each time oil is changed Refill with DEO at fill neck 2 NOTICE Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John Deere Plus...

Page 190: ...ange hydraulic fluid and filter every 500 hours Change hydraulic fluid and filter every 250 hours if jobsite temperature exceeds 100 F 38 C more than 50 of the time To change Remove drain plug 3 Drain...

Page 191: ...levels do not fall within appropriate range replenish with a heavy duty coolant conditioner such as John Deere coolant conditioner p n 256 033 IMPORTANT Always check expiration date on 3 Way Heavy Du...

Page 192: ...100 F 38 C change plow vibrator oil every 250 hours Drain oil at drain plug 2 Replace plug and move plow vibrator to horizontal position Fill with MPL at fill until oil is halfway up sight glass 2 Re...

Page 193: ...Remove bolt and washers in left end of headshaft 3 Support gearbox with hoist and slide it off headshaft 4 Install spacer p n 184 044 in place of gearbox while checking bearings 5 Replace bolt on end...

Page 194: ...t drain 2 every 1000 hours To change Remove drain plug 2 Drain fluid and replace plug Fill with MPL at fill 1 Task Note TRACTOR Change differential oil MPL Change ground drive gearbox oil MPL Change p...

Page 195: ...RVICE 195 1000 HOUR SERVICE Change Ground Drive Gearbox Oil Change ground drive gearbox oil every 1000 hours To change Remove drain plug 2 Drain oil and replace plug Fill gearbox with MPL at fill 1 1...

Page 196: ...ange Planetary Wheel End Oil Change wheel end oil every 1000 hours To change Position wheel with plug at bottom Remove plug Drain oil Reposition wheel with plug at midway position Fill with MPL to plu...

Page 197: ...ake every 1000 hours To adjust 1 Release parking brake 2 Remove orange sleeve 3 Twist lever clockwise to tighten 4 Engage parking brake to test tension If tension is too tight the brake lever will not...

Page 198: ...Tier 3 SERVICE 1000 HOUR SERVICE 1 Trencher Change Trencher Gearbox Oil Change trencher gearbox oil every 1000 hours Drain at plug Replace drain plug and fill with MPL to lowest line on sight tube T...

Page 199: ...proved coolant other than Cool Gard drain cooling system at drain 2 every two years or 2000 hours Refill at fill 1 with approved coolant Task Note TRACTOR Change engine coolant if proper SCA levels ar...

Page 200: ...SCA levels are properly maintained Read note above carefully to ensure coolant is changed at the correct interval The use of non approved coolant may lead to engine damage or premature engine failure...

Page 201: ...evels drain cooling system at drain 2 every five years or 5000 hours Refill with Cool Gard coolant p n 255 006 Task Note TRACTOR Change engine coolant if proper SCA levels are maintained when using Co...

Page 202: ...SCA levels are properly maintained Read note above carefully to ensure coolant is changed at the correct interval The use of non approved coolant may lead to engine damage or premature engine failure...

Page 203: ...air or water Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions Task Note TRACTOR Clean radiator fins TRENCHER Replace digging chain PLOW Clean feed tube Replace sod cutter and blade Check p...

Page 204: ...it with a new chain Replace sprockets when a new chain is installed To remove chain 1 Fasten and adjust seatbelt 2 Start tractor See TRACTOR for proper start up procedures 3 Move attachment direction...

Page 205: ...osen plug on grease cylinder to relieve chain tension 10 Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin Drive connector pin out of link Fluid pressure could pierce skin and cause injury o...

Page 206: ...extends past head shaft about 1 305 mm 7 Move ground drive control to neutral 8 Lower backfill blade to ground 9 Lower boom to horizontal position 10 Engage parking brake and verify parking brake ind...

Page 207: ...nsure that augers are balanced as shown If auger timing is off unit will bounce from side to side even in normal digging conditions To adjust timing Remove bolts holding augers to auger shaft and rota...

Page 208: ...RT115 Tier 3 SERVICE AS NEEDED 2 Plow Clean Feed Tube Clean feed tube as needed Replace Sod Cutter and Blade Replace worn sod cutter and plow blade as needed P C C R R...

Page 209: ...D Check Plow Blade Bolts Check plow blade bolts as needed If loose use Loctite 242 blue and torque bolts to 210 ft lb 285 N m Saw Replace Saw Bits Replace bit when carbide cap or insert is worn or ada...

Page 210: ...frame harness connections to the ECU and other electronic components prior to welding on machine or attachments Connect welder ground close to welding point and make sure no electronic components are...

Page 211: ...operation and then as needed Torque to 700 ft lb 950 N m Hard Surface Saw Segments and Wear Bars Hard surface saw segments and wear bars before hard surfacing wears away to protect the life of the pa...

Page 212: ...re oil pressure charge air temperature or fuel temperature Warning faults cause the operator alert indicator to flash and the engine will begin a slow power derate In some situations an alarm may also...

Page 213: ...ngine Shutdown Indicator When an critical engine fault occurs the engine shutdown indicator will light A fault code will be stored in the diagnostic gauge and the engine will shut down within 30 secon...

Page 214: ...n switch to STOP 2 Press and hold the selection switch 3 Turn the ignition switch to ON 4 Press and hold the selection switch to scroll through display options 5 Release the switch to stop scrolling 6...

Page 215: ...primary throttle input low SPN 100 FMI 1 engine oil pressure extremely low oil pressure sensor R1 SPN 100 FMI 3 engine oil pressure input voltage high oil pressure sensor R1 SPN 100 FMI 4 engine oil...

Page 216: ...16 engine coolant temp moderately high coolant temp sensor R3 SPN 158 FMI 17 ECU power down error ignition switch S2 ignition circuit SPN 174 FMI 3 fuel temperature input voltage high fuel temperature...

Page 217: ...nreliable engine position sensor or wiring SPN 636 FMI 8 engine position sensor signal missing SPN 636 FMI 10 engine position sensor signal rate of change abnormal SPN 637 FMI 2 engine timing sensor s...

Page 218: ...ce check wiring and injector solenoid SPN 652 FMI 6 injector 2 circuit has low resistance SPN 652 FMI 7 injector 2 not responding check injector and flow limiter SPN 653 FMI 5 injector 3 circuit has h...

Page 219: ...cuit has high resistance check wiring and injector solenoid SPN 656 FMI 6 injector 6 circuit has low resistance SPN 656 FMI 7 injector 6 not responding check injector and flow limiter SPN 898 FMI 9 sp...

Page 220: ...ning various SPN 1110 FMI 31 engine shutdown various SPN 1347 FMI 3 high pressure fuel pump control valve signal high contact Product Support SPN 1347 FMI 5 high pressure fuel pump solenoid 1 circuit...

Page 221: ...5 H1 Height 111 in 2 8 m L1 Nose to rear mount length 128 in 3 2 m L2 Length transport 148 in 3 7 m L4 Wheelbase 73 in 1 8 m W2 Width 82 in 2 1 m W4 Tread 64 in 1 6 m General Ditch Witch model RT115 t...

Page 222: ...earance circle SAE wall to wall with backfill blade Front steer only 31 ft 9 m Coordinated steer 21 ft 6 m Ground clearance 14 in 355 mm Basic unit weight 7980 lb 3620 kg Maximum allowable tractor wei...

Page 223: ...e tilt angles Longitudinal 30 30 Lateral 30 30 Exceeding these operating angles will cause engine damage This DOES NOT IMPLY machine is stable to maximum angle of safe engine operation Power Train Gro...

Page 224: ...re at 2400 rpm 2500 psi 172 bar Fluid Capacities U S Metric Fuel tank 38 gal 144 L Engine oil 16 qt 15 L Hydraulic reservoir 24 gal 91 L Hydraulic system 29 gal 110 L Cooling system 24 7 qt 23 4 L Bat...

Page 225: ...ding to SAE recommended procedures Specifications are general and subject to change without notice If exact measurements are required equipment should be weighed and measured Due to selected options d...

Page 226: ...C Boom travel down 65 65 C1 Boom travel up 50 50 E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge left 41 in 1 0 m E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge right 32 in 810 mm F Headshaft height digging chain 32...

Page 227: ...ion U S Metric Headshaft speeds 2500 engine rpm Ratio low 122 rpm 122 rpm Ratio standard 150 rpm 150 rpm Ratio high 202 rpm 202 rpm Digging chain speeds Ratio low 347 ft min 106 m min Ratio standard 4...

Page 228: ...Boom travel down 65 65 C1 Boom travel up 50 50 E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge left 25 in 635 mm E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge right 13 5 in 340 mm F Headshaft height digging chain 3...

Page 229: ...ion U S Metric Headshaft speeds 2500 engine rpm Ratio low 122 rpm 122 rpm Ratio standard 150 rpm 150 rpm Ratio high 202 rpm 202 rpm Digging chain speeds Ratio low 347 ft min 106 m min Ratio standard 4...

Page 230: ...mm blade 23 23 H Angle of depression plow max 10 10 H2 Height transport 96 in 2 4 m L2 Attachment length fully lowered no blade 102 in 2 6 m L2 Attachment length fully raised no blade 69 in 1 7 m J B...

Page 231: ...ow vibrator force 1800 rpm 35 215 lb 157 kN Maximum material diameter Pulled 3 in 80 mm Fed 2 in 50 mm General U S Metric Operating weight without plow blade 2400 lb 1100 kg Counterweight required Con...

Page 232: ...n 60 60 F Headshaft height digging chain 31 in 790 mm L2 Transport length 126 in 3 2 m D Transport height 126 in 3 2 m A3 Angle of departure 22 22 Center of trench to outside edge left 8 in 190 mm Cen...

Page 233: ...tion U S Metric Maximum headshaft speed Ratio low 139 rpm 139 rpm Ratio standard 170 rpm 170 rpm Ratio high 230 rpm 230 rpm Maximum digging chain speed Ratio low 355 f min 108 m min Ratio standard 434...

Page 234: ...Angle of depression plow max 10 10 H2 Height transport 96 in 2 4 m L2 Attachment length fully lowered no blade 103 in 2 6 m L2 Attachment length fully raised no blade 70 in 1 8 m J Blade ground cleara...

Page 235: ...or force 1800 rpm 35 215 lb 156 644 kN Maximum material diameter Pulled 3 in 80 mm Fed 2 in 50 mm General U S Metric Operating weight without boom chain or plow blade 3065 lb 1390 kg Counterweight req...

Page 236: ...depth 40 in 1 m Trench width 4 5 6 in 115 150 mm D Transport height attachment 130 in 3 3 m Height wheel on ground 102 in 2 6 m L2 Overall length wheel on ground 252 in 6 4 m J Ground clearance at wh...

Page 237: ...cal bit with spring retainer Carbide cap or carbide insert available Cutter wheel type Steel wheel with 10 bolt on segments Wheel motor 107 in3 1747 cc radial piston with pair of tapered roller bearin...

Page 238: ...Digging depth 2 ft 0 6 m flat bottom 88 in 2 2 m J Operating height fully raised 139 in 3 5 m K Loading height 89 in 2 3 m L Loading reach 76 in 1 9 m M Reach from swing pivot 143 in 3 6 m N Swing pi...

Page 239: ...m over end and swing arc SAE 48 in 1 2 m 1050 lb 476 kg ground level 880 lb 399 kg 72 in 1 8 m 1042 lb 473 kg Lift capacity dipperstick over end and swing arc SAE 52 in 1 3 m 2650 lb 1202 kg 96 in 2 4...

Page 240: ...ft 0 6 m flat bottom 109 in 2 7 m J Operating height fully raised 156 in 3 9 m K Loading height 104 in 2 6 m L Loading reach 78 in 1 9 m M Reach from swing pivot 158 in 4 0 m N Swing pivot to centerl...

Page 241: ...over end and swing arc SAE 48 in 1 2 m 1170 lb 530 kg ground level 1250 lb 567 kg 72 in 1 8 m 1184 lb 537 kg Lift capacity dipperstick over end and swing arc SAE 52 in 1 3 m 3184 lb 1444 kg 96 in 2 4...

Page 242: ...ns U S Metric L5 Distance from backfill blade to outside edge of reel carrier with maximum diameter reel 76 in 1 9 m N Maximum reel diameter 84 in 2 1 m Internal width 54 in 1 4 m Capacity 2500 lb 113...

Page 243: ...w 0 1500 lb 0 680 kg 800 lb 363 kg 600 lb 272 kg 1000 lb 454 kg 1500 2500 lb 680 1134 kg 800 lb 363 kg 0 lb 0 kg 1000 lb 454 kg RT115 with H952 combo 0 1500 lb 0 680 kg 800 lb 363 kg 600 lb 272 kg 0 l...

Page 244: ...RT115 Tier 3 SPECIFICATIONS RC115 REEL CARRIER 2...

Page 245: ...es drill pipe drill bits backreamers and swivels All incidental or consequential damages All defects damages or injuries caused by misuse abuse improper installation alteration neglect or uses other t...

Page 246: ...lacements parts under this warranty as it deems appropriate Extended warranties are available upon request from your local Ditch Witch dealer or CMW Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of...

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