XT855 Operator’s Manual
Overview - 3
Intended Use
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Intended Use
The XT855 is a ride-on, track-driven excavator/tool carrier unit designed for light-to medium-duty
construction work. The XT855 excavator allows 260° swing and digging depths to 83” (2.1 m). The XT855
lift arms have a quick attach mount plate which makes it easy for an operator to connect different
attachments. The unit is designed for operation in temperatures typically experienced in earth moving and
construction work environments. Provisions may be required to operate in extreme temperatures. Contact
your Ditch Witch dealer.
Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use.
The XT855 should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular
characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Equipment Modification
This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
Modification of equipment could mean that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly
or in accordance with the operating instructions. Modification of equipment should only be made by
competent personnel possessing knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, equipment design
functionality/requirements and any required specialized testing.
Summary of Contents for XT855
Page 1: ...XT855 Operator s Manual 053 1985 Issue 1 0 CMW...
Page 7: ...Overview 6 XT855 Operator s Manual CMW...
Page 21: ...Safety 20 XT855 Operator s Manual Emergency Procedures CMW...
Page 37: ...Controls 36 XT855 Operator s Manual CMW...
Page 61: ...Transport 60 XT855 Operator s Manual Tow CMW...
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Page 106: ...XT855 Operator s Manual Service Record 105 CMW Service Record Service Performed Date Hours...
Page 107: ...CMW Service Record 106 XT855 Operator s Manual Service Performed Date Hours...