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MINI BIGFOOT TRENCHER

OPERATORS MANUAL

PM-000042-C

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Summary of Contents for Mini Bigfoot Trencher

Page 1: ...1 MINI BIGFOOT TRENCHER OPERATORS MANUAL PM 000042 C ...

Page 2: ...2 PM 000042 C Mini Bigfoot Trencher Operators Manual June 2021 ...

Page 3: ...n occur that will cause premature failure All warranty will be voided Oil must then be changed thereafter every 300 500 hours and a full service every 12 months must be performed by an authorised service agent to ensure Warranty requirements are met In the event of a failure under the warranty period Contact Digga immediately DO NOT DISASSEMBLE YOUR TRENCHER without first obtaining written permiss...

Page 4: ... TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 3 TO THE PURCHASER 5 4 SERVICE PREPARATION FOR USE 6 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION 8 6 SAFETY WORKING WITH THE ATTACHMENT 14 7 BEFORE USE 16 8 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 17 9 MAINTENANCE 24 10 SAFETY STICKER LOCATION 29 11 SPARE PARTS 31 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 33 13 WARRANTY STATEMENT 35 ...

Page 5: ...e determined from the position of the operator when behind the product facing forward SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This is the Safety Alert Symbol used by this industry This symbol is used to warn of possible injury Be sure to read all warnings carefully They are included for your safety and for the safety of others working with you THANK YOU Congratulations on the purchase of your new Digga Trencher Conta...

Page 6: ...d can be purchased from your Digga dealer e g chains wear parts crumber bar spare parts and different width chains To facilitate warranty or service record the model and serial number of your unit in the space provided on this page must be provided This information may be obtained from the identification plate located on the product ALL SERVICE FOR WARRANTY MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORISED DIGGA...

Page 7: ...that the chain rotation on the Trencher is anti clockwise when viewed from the Motor side of the Trencher NB Two way flow is required for anti clockwise rotation To assure optimum motor life run Hydraulic motor for one hour on approx 1 3 RPM before application of full load Ensure your machines flow and pressures do not exceed the maximum rated flow and pressures of the Trencher Refer page 5 To the...

Page 8: ... may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices TAKE NOTE THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY OR OTHERS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED THIS SYMBOL MEANS This section is compos...

Page 9: ... fumes dust can be generated when paint is heated by welding soldering or using a torch Do all work outside or in a well ventilated area and dispose of paint and solvent properly Remove paint before welding or heating When sanding or grinding paint avoid breathing the dust Wear an approved respirator If you use solvent or paint stripper remove stripper with soap and water before welding Remove sol...

Page 10: ...ain on a slope or turning to avoid overturning the vehicle Travel only with the trencher in a safe transport position to prevent uncontrolled movement Drive slowly over rough ground and on slopes Do not drive close to ditches excavations etc cave in could result Before exiting the machine lower the attachment to the ground apply the parking brakes turn off the prime mover s engine and remove the k...

Page 11: ...gged so it is clearly identified on the work site STORAGE OF THE TRENCHER Seal hydraulic couplers from contaminants and secure all hydraulic hoses off the ground to help prevent damage Clean the unit thoroughly removing all mud dirt and grease Inspect for visible signs of wear breakage or damage Order any parts required and make the necessary repairs to avoid delays upon removal from storage Check...

Page 12: ...ponents Attach tie down accessories to attachment as recommended Check attachment stability before transporting Verify that all tie down accessories chains slings ropes shackles and etc are capable of maintaining attachment stability during transporting and are attached in such a way to prevent unintended disengagement or shifting of the unit Failure to do so could result in serious personal injur...

Page 13: ...on your equipment 3 Follow all safety decals Keep them clean and replace them if they become worn damaged or illegible 4 Know your equipment inside and out Know how to operate all controls and know emergency shut down procedures 5 Keep all stepping surfaces pedals and controls free from dirt grease and oil Keep equipment clean to help avoid injury from slipping or a fall when getting on or off equ...

Page 14: ...ecting and disconnecting hydraulic attachments Make certain that all parts meet the specifications for this product when installing or replacing hydraulic hoses or fittings After connecting hydraulic lines Slowly and carefully raise the loaders arm s and cycle the rollback dump cylinders to check hose clearances and to check for any interference Operate the hydraulics on this product to ascertain ...

Page 15: ... unit and this product could cause serious injury Where Dead Man connections are connected or installed it is illegal to disengage tamper with or remove them For additional safety information please see Risk Management booklet To obtain a copy contact Digga Head Office on 61 7 3807 3330 WHEN ADJUSTING SERVICING OR REPAIRING THIS PRODUCT Make no modifications to your Trencher When making repairs us...

Page 16: ...UCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING ANY TRENCHER MAINTENANCE BEFORE FIRST USE BEFORE EACH USE Inspect the attachment for shipping damage If damage does exist do not operate until the damaged parts have been replaced or repaired Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious personal injury Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible Use a piece...

Page 17: ...e gearbox and motor configuration is matched for suitability and compatibility to the flows and pressure of the original machine it was purchased for For fitment of the Trencher to other machines you must first contact your Digga dealer and receive written confirmation to ensure you do not incorrectly fit the trencher to a machine with higher flows or pressure than what the Trencher was designed f...

Page 18: ...ne 7 Make sure the couplers are fully connected and locked 8 Route the hoses in such a fashion as to avoid pinching or chafing 9 The machine is now ready for use 10 Check the chain teeth are not worn Ensure all worn parts are replaced Worn parts will become ineffective and severely diminish the overall performance of the Trencher 8 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE IT IS IMPORTANT TO MA...

Page 19: ... removal Auger is double ended When a 150mm or 200mm chain is being used The Augers must be on the correct way around This illustration shows the Augers being fitted with the narrow end closest to the chain 1 The Trencher chain must rotate in an anti clockwise direction when viewed from the motor side of the Trencher The supply line from the parent machine must be connected to the A port on the Tr...

Page 20: ... dislodge joining pin Frost or Diggatac chain only Be careful that all body parts are well clear when performing this operation as the chain can swing or fall heavily Remove chain off sprocket and to join the chain simply reverse the operation Ensure the teeth on the chain are facing the correct direction 8 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 To achieve the correct chain tension Adjust the t...

Page 21: ...21 8 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DIGGING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT 450MM 600MM 750MM 900MM Maximum Dig Depth 900mm GROUND LEVEL 450MM 600MM 750MM 900MM ...

Page 22: ...x 200mm off the ground start the rotation of the chain Ensure the chain is rotating freely before increasing RPM 4 Increase the manchine s RPM and engage the trencher slowly into the ground with a slight crowding forward so that the nose of the trencher engages first 5 Slowly crowd the trencher over and allow it to engage into the ground DO NOT attempt to reach your full depth immediately as you w...

Page 23: ...n order to scoop all spoil missed in the initial cut of the chain throwing it back onto the chain to be carried back to the surface CAUTION DO NOT RAPIDLY ENGAGE FORWARD AND REVERSE OR ON OFF ROTATIONAL MOVEMENT TO CLEAR THE TRENCHER THIS ACTION CAN CAUSE CAVEATATION OF THE MOTOR AND VOID MOTOR WARRANTY Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious p...

Page 24: ...t size ie The drift must sit against the outside shell of the bearing being careful not to damage the ring that holds the bearing together make sure the bearing is sitting against the lip on the opposite side of the nose roller and replace circlip NOTE A hammer is not recommended for this procedure as it can damage the new bearing 2 Use a press to push the bearing out ensuring the pipe underneath ...

Page 25: ...PLACEMENT SCRAPER SHOE steel The steel scraper shoe is designed to gives the operator an extended use before replacing When replacing the shoe remove the 3 bolts that attache the scrapper to the Crumber bar 9 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 26: ...the 2 grub screws in the retaining collar and slide collar off the shaft see Figure 1 Slide the sprocket off the shaft and replace with new sprocket It is recom mended Anti seize be applied to shaft before replacement of sprocket see Figure 2 NOTE If the sprocket cannot be removed by tapping with a hammer then a puller may have to be used 9 MAINTENANCE FIGURE 2 FIGURE 1 ...

Page 27: ...e ensuring the seal is punched in evenly see Figure 3 This is very important as any misalignment could cause damage to the seal and promote a leak The seal must be flush with the end of the housing Replace seal protector key sprocket and retaining collar Refill the planetary with gear oil see lubrication for correct amount grade of gear oil and oil filling procedures Before the seal can be replace...

Page 28: ...il ISO 320 mineral oil for lubrication of gears and bearings The temperature rating required for this oil will be dependant on the region where the trenchers is scheduled to be used The onus is on the operator to ensure that the temperature range of the oil being used covers the range of temperatures that the trencher could be operating in Continuous operating temperature must not exceed 80 C Duri...

Page 29: ...move the backing from the safety sign exposing the adhesive surface 4 Apply the safety sign to the position shown in the diagram and smooth out any bubbles INSTRUCTIONS Keep all safety signs clean and legible Replace all missing illegible or damaged safety signs Replacement parts for parts with safety signs must also have safety signs attached Safety signs are available from your dealer or from Di...

Page 30: ...ITEM ORDER CODE DESCRIPTION QTY 1 DE 000626 DIGGA SERIAL TAG 1 2 DE 000088 CAUTION READ OPERATORS MANUAL 1 3 DE 000054 WARNING NO STEP 1 2 DE 000167 WARNING TRENCH STRAIGHT 1 5 DE 000034 WARNING 6M 20FT CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS 2 ITEM 2 DE 000034 WARNING ITEM 5 ITEM 3 DE 000167 ITEM 4 ITEM 1 ...

Page 31: ... diggausa com EMAIL info diggausa com DIGGA EUROPE Unit 6 Smitham Bridge Road Hungerford Trading Estate Hungerford Berkshire RG17 0QU England United Kingdom PH 44 0 1488 688 550 WEB www diggaeurope com EMAIL info diggaeurope com DIGGA HEAD OFFICE BRISBANE 4 Octal St Yatala QLD 4207 PH 07 3807 3330 EMAIL info digga com DIGGA NEW SOUTH WALES 19 Mckay Close Wetherill Park NSW 2164 PH 1300 2 DIGGA EMA...

Page 32: ... Normal replacement should be made between 30 and 60 reduction in performance Whereas Diggatac and Frost teeth chains will greatly improve cost benefits in severe materials These special options are built up from hard rock mining machine components and utilise hard carbide tipped teeth 3 1 4 5 TEETH REF NO DESCRIPTION QTY ORDER CODE 1 1 5 8 CUP TOOTH RIGHT 1 W 000083 2 1 5 8 CUP TOOTH LEFT 1 W 000...

Page 33: ...in too tight Loosen the chain tension Sand or spoil material build up in tooth root of sprocket a Raise out of ditch reverse chain run to clear build up b Loosen the chain tension DIGGING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Does not dig fast enough Teeth are worn Replace the teeth if necessary Relief valve is set below the specifications Test and reset the relief valve if necessary Quick coupler or hose...

Page 34: ... Inspect and repair as needed Hydraulic motor or hoses not size balanced to parent machine Check flows and recommendations and change if necessary see your Digga dealer Parent machine not equipped with oil cooler or sufficient sump capacity Stop and allow to cool naturally when it gets hot BOOM DANGER BAR FOLDBACK CRUMBER BAR TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Trenching boom bent Abuse Replace Danger B...

Page 35: ...learns of the facts upon which claim is based All claims not made in writing and not received by Digga within the time specified above may be deemed waived Digga will not be responsible for or accept any charges for work carried out by any repairers or for charges for any spare parts fitted to any Digga products without written approval from Digga THISWARRANTYISINLIEUOFALLOTHERWARRANTIESEXPRESSEDO...

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