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20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL                8/31/18                           Page 18 of 20 

            WORK SITE ASSESSMENT 

 
Examine the work area for any conditions or obstructions that may inhibit trenching or create a safety 
hazard for the operator or others. Use the information in this manual combined with good judgment 
to identify any hazards to avoid.   
 
In addition to calling to DETERMINE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES (see previous 
section for details) the operator and/or job foreman should visually inspect the work site. Look for 
electrical drop boxes; notices of underground placements; manhole covers; recent trenching activity; 
any evidence of possible underground placements; banks; overhangs; drop-offs; rocks; tree limbs; 
wire; uneven terrain; any existing trenches or holes; and toxic ground conditions. 
 
Only operate trencher outdoors and do not breathe engine exhaust and fumes.  

WARNING

: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas that is toxic. Breathing it can 

cause unconsciousness and death.   

 
Do not operate trencher near any source of flammable dust or vapors. 

WARNING

: Sparks from the engine exhaust can cause an explosion or fire in a flammable or 

explosive atmosphere. Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. 

 
Allow adequate side and overhead clearances between trencher and any objects such as buildings, 
fences, and trees. 

WARNING

: If the dig chain contacts an object the digging chain can climb upward quickly 

and tip the trencher toward the operator. Serious injury or death will result by operator contact 

with the moving chain or auger. The digging chain can suddenly drag the machine forward if the 
trencher is forced too quickly into the ground or catches on a buried object. 
 
Adequate lighting is required, daylight or artificial, for safe operation of the trencher. 
 
Keep others away. If the job site is near a road or pedestrian path, warn and divert both motorized 
traffic and pedestrians. As appropriate, erect barriers, use traffic flag personnel, signs, cones, and 
lighting devices to insure safety. 

WARNING

: Someone could step into the trench by accident. Walking near the edge of the 

trench could cause collapse of the trench wall and possibly cause someone to fall onto the 

moving chain. Contact with the digging chain or auger while in operation will cause serious injury or 
even death.   
 
MACHINE FUNCTION CHECK: If the operator releases TRENCH LEVER or SPEED LEVERS, 
those functions should stop. This is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good 
functional condition. Contact your dealer if anything on the trencher does not function properly. 

Содержание 20RTK

Страница 1: ...ing a backhoe or other heavier equipment for such conditions TABLE OF CONTENTS LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS 2 SAFETY MESSAGES 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW 4 BATTERY ELECTRIC STARTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...

Страница 2: ...23RTK OPERATOR S MANUAL 8 31 18 Page 2 of 20 LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS Grease at the intervals indicated per the illustration of grease lubrication points There is also a grease diagram decal on the ma...

Страница 3: ...ING or CAUTION is used with the safety alert symbol DANGER Imminent hazards that if not avoided will result in serious personal injury or death WARNING Potential hazards or unsafe practices that if no...

Страница 4: ...d a hard hat while operating or observing WARNING The dig chain may throw stones and debris Wear adequate hearing protection while operating or observing WARNING Exposure to loud noise is cumulative a...

Страница 5: ...nt to drop offs or embankments Keep away from tracks to avoid getting crushed WARNING Getting run over by the trencher will cause injury Always leave trencher parked on a level surface WARNING Do not...

Страница 6: ...TRUCTIONS Shield entire face especially your eyes and wear rubber gloves to avoid acid burns whenever doing anything with the battery Battery caps must be tightly in place if the battery has removable...

Страница 7: ...ncreases the speed in that direction Steer the trencher by moving one speed LEVER farther forward or backwards than the other LEVER This causes the track to rotate at a different speed than the other...

Страница 8: ...before operating the starter again NOTICE Using the electric starter for more than 10 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can damage it When the engine starts release the key allowin...

Страница 9: ...debris If necessary move the trencher forward a few inches and trench the area again 8 Track speed and direction while trenching can be fine tuned by using the Adjustable Trenching Control ATC system...

Страница 10: ...engine and remove the key 5 CLOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE Failure to close this valve could cause fuel to leak down into the cylinder crankcase Damage resulting from this WOULD NOT be covered by your e...

Страница 11: ...flames or sparks or while smoking WARNING Battery fumes are flammable and explosive Avoid explosion hazard that could blind and burn Tools and jumper cable clamps can make sparks so use them with care...

Страница 12: ...e other allowing the trencher to turn If you are not experienced operating this trencher a slow ground speed is recommended for your safety Keep away from tracks to avoid getting crushed WARNING Getti...

Страница 13: ...lete turns counterclockwise See diagram for location of plugs Disengage the parking brake by moving the handle up The machine may be towed short distance 1 8 mile or 1 4km at slow speed 2 mph or 200 f...

Страница 14: ...will level itself WARNING Navigating on the inclined trailer bed increases the danger of the trencher tracks losing traction especially if the bed surface is wet Stay out of the way to avoid personal...

Страница 15: ...a hoist Never attempt to hoist the trencher unless suitable equipment is available to lift and lower machine onto the truck If using a sling the minimum required working load limit per sling leg is 1...

Страница 16: ...othing if working near traffic Wear adequate hearing ear protection while operating or observing WARNING Exposure to loud noise is cumulative and may permanently damage your hearing Declared vibration...

Страница 17: ...determine location of utilities before trenching WARNING Fiber optic cables convey laser light that can injure your eyesight To locate utilities before trenching call 811 or 1 888 258 0808 US or Canad...

Страница 18: ...or explode Allow adequate side and overhead clearances between trencher and any objects such as buildings fences and trees WARNING If the dig chain contacts an object the digging chain can climb upwa...

Страница 19: ...d be gas oil petroleum water or sewer In any case stop digging shut off the engine and evacuate the area immediately Call 911 for help Electrical wires or cables If you think that you may have severed...

Страница 20: ...0 IGNITION 10 IGNITION SWITCH 7 JUMP STARTING 11 LOADING 14 15 LUBRICATION 2 NAVIGATING 5 12 13 14 15 NOISE LEVEL DATA 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 16 OPERATOR PREPARATION 16 PARKING BRAKE 5 7 10 13 PE...

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