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100sx Operator’s Manual

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Содержание 100SX

Страница 1: ...100sx Operator s Manual Issue 1 0 Original Instruction 053 2815 ...

Страница 2: ...100sx Operator s Manual Overview 1 Overview Chapter Contents Serial Number Location 2 Intended Use 3 Unit Components 4 Operator Orientation 5 About This Manual 5 Bulleted Lists 5 Numbered Lists 5 ...

Страница 3: ... s Manual Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial numbers and date of purchase in the spaces provided Date of manufacture Date of purchase 100sx plow serial number 2 Engine serial number 1 t44om002w eps 1 2 ...

Страница 4: ... or feed blade The unit is designed for operation in temperatures typically experienced in excavation 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 100sx should be operated serviced and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular character...

Страница 5: ...Overview 4 100sx Operator s Manual Unit Components Unit Components 1 Control panel operator position 2 Engine 3 Weight assembly 4 Blade mount bracket t44om004w eps 1 2 3 4 ...

Страница 6: ... Operation Overview for basic operating procedures Cross references such as See page 50 will direct you to detailed procedures Bulleted Lists Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be performed in a specific order Numbered Lists Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order 1 Front of unit 2 Lef...

Страница 7: ...Overview 6 100sx Operator s Manual About This Manual ...

Страница 8: ...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 Department PO Box 66 Perry OK 73077 0066 USA The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice The Charles Machine Works Inc reserves the right to improve equipme...

Страница 9: ...ator s Manual 100sx Operator s Manual Issue number 1 0 OM 03 15 Part number 053 2815 Copyright 2015 by The Charles Machine Works Inc Ditch Witch CMW and Roto Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works Inc ...

Страница 10: ...ine planning setting up installing product and restoring the jobsite with cross references to detailed procedures 25 Prepare procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite planning the installation path and preparing the jobsite for work 27 Drive procedures for startup cold start driving and shutdown 33 Transport procedures for lifting hauling and towing 37 Plow procedures for plowing 43 Sy...

Страница 11: ...ecifications including weights measurements power ratings and fluid capacities 71 Support the warranty policy for this machine and procedures for obtaining warranty consideration and training 75 Service Record a record of major service performed on the machine 79 ...

Страница 12: ...ts Guidelines 12 Emergency Procedures 13 Electric Strike Description 13 If an Electric Line is Damaged 14 If a Gas Line is Damaged 14 If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged 15 If Machine Catches on Fire 15 Safety Alert Classifications 17 Machine Safety Alerts 18 ...

Страница 13: ...ools 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 procedures and individual responsibilities with all personnel before work begins Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch dealer or at ditchwitch com resources safety Replace missing or damaged safety ...

Страница 14: ...current can injure or kill Many work related electrocutions result from contact with less than 440 volts Most electric strikes are not noticeable but indications of a strike include power outage smoke explosion popping noises arcing electricity If any of these occur assume an electric strike has occurred Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use...

Страница 15: ...Do not allow anyone to touch equipment If a Gas Line is Damaged If you suspect a gas line has been damaged take the following actions The order and degree of action will depend on the situation Immediately shut off engine s if this can be done safely and quickly Remove any ignition source s if this can be done safely and quickly Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should leave t...

Страница 16: ...tches on Fire Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the following actions The order and degree of action will depend on the situation Immediately move battery disconnect switch if equipped and accessible to disconnect position If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available attempt to extinguish fire If fire cannot be extinguished leave area as quickly as possible and contact emer...

Страница 17: ...Safety 16 100sx Operator s Manual Emergency Procedures ...

Страница 18: ...vels 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 extreme situations indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury...

Страница 19: ... Use and maintain proper safety equipment 274 050 274 724 2P 2 Tiedown location See Transport chapter for more information 274 318 3 Hot parts may cause burns Do not touch until cool or wear gloves 275 355 2 P 273 423 2 P 4 Fire or explosion possible Fumes could ignite and cause burns No smoking no flame no spark 275 419 2P t44om001w eps 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 2 2 6 6 5 5 1 1 ...

Страница 20: ...0sx Operator s Manual Safety 19 Machine Safety Alerts 5 Lift point See Transport chapter for more information 274 442 6 Read operator s manual Know how to use all controls Your safety is at stake 273 475 ...

Страница 21: ...Safety 20 100sx Operator s Manual Machine Safety Alerts ...

Страница 22: ...100sx Operator s Manual Controls 21 Controls Chapter Contents Plow 22 ...

Страница 23: ... Fuel shutoff valve 3 Plow control 4 Speed direction control 5 Throttle lever 6 Ignition switch 7 Operator presence switch Item Description Notes 1 Choke Push lever forward before starting Pull lever back after engine is running t44om005w eps 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Страница 24: ...orward position To move machine backward move lever to reverse position To increase speed in either direction move control farther from neutral To stop movement move control to neutral position Control automatically returns to neutral position if released in reverse position 5 Throttle lever Move lever forward to increase vibrator speed when plow is engaged Move lever backward to decrease vibrator...

Страница 25: ...sengaged move speed direction control to neutral position 7 Operator presence switch Detects when operator is present Press and hold at least one switch before moving ground drive control or digging control out of neutral NOTICE Do not wire or tape operator presence switch to handlebar or defeat interlock system in any manner Ground drive and digging controls will not function Item Description Not...

Страница 26: ...100sx Operator s Manual Operation Overview 25 Operation Overview Chapter Contents Planning 26 Plowing 26 Leaving Jobsite 26 ...

Страница 27: ...e page 51 5 Check supplies and prepare equipment See page 32 6 Haul equipment to jobsite See page 39 Plowing 1 Start unit See page 34 2 Position plow and controls See page 45 3 Attach product See page 45 4 Begin plowing See page 46 5 Complete the installation See page 53 6 Shut down plow See page 35 Leaving Jobsite 1 Rinse equipment See page 54 2 Stow tools See page 54 3 Haul equipment away from j...

Страница 28: ...e Call Services 28 Arrange for Traffic Control 28 Plan for Emergency Services 28 Inspect Site 29 Identify Hazards 29 Classify Jobsite 30 Inspect Jobsite 30 Select a Classification 30 Apply Precautions 31 Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment 32 Supplies 32 Fluid Levels 32 Condition and Function 32 Accessories 32 ...

Страница 29: ...ace at the same time Notify One Call Services Contact your local One Call 811 in USA or the One Call referral number 888 258 0808 in USA and Canada to have underground utilities located before digging Also contact any utilities that do not participate in the One Call service Arrange for Traffic Control If working near a road or other traffic area contact local authorities about safety procedures a...

Страница 30: ...e on page 30 Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment To help avoid injury Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat safety eye wear and hearing protection Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing Notify One Call and companies which do not subscribe to One Call Comply with all utility notification r...

Страница 31: ...poles manhole covers sunken ground Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep area within 20 6 m to each side of trench path Verify previously marked line and cable locations Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions Classify jobsite Select a Classification Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present If working then classify jobsite as within 10 3 m of ...

Страница 32: ...of these methods Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation Have gas shut off while work is in progress Have gas company test lines before returning them to service Crystalline Silica Quartz Dust Precautions Other Jobsite Precautions You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other underground hazards Talk with those knowledgeable about hazards present at each site to deter...

Страница 33: ...charge engine oil Condition and Function digging chain and teeth fan belts light bulbs filters air oil hydraulic tires pumps and motors hoses and valves signs guards and shields Accessories Fire Extinguisher If required mount a fire extinguisher near the power unit but away from possible points of ignition The fire extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric fires It should ...

Страница 34: ...100sx Operator s Manual Drive 33 Drive Chapter Contents Start Unit 34 Drive 35 Shut Down 35 ...

Страница 35: ...check for fuel blockage or ignition system problems 7 Run engine at half throttle or less for five minutes before operating plow During warm up check that all controls work properly 8 Return choke to open position if needed Runaway possible Machine could run over you or others Learn how to use all controls Start and operate only from operator s position Read operator s manual Know how to use all c...

Страница 36: ...travel 5 Adjust throttle for desired speed of travel Shut Down 1 When job is complete move ground drive control to neutral 2 Return all controls to neutral or disengaged position 3 Move throttle to low idle for 2 3 minutes to cool 4 Turn ignition switch to OFF position If leaving machine unattended remove key 5 Close fuel shutoff valve EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Turn ignition switch to STOP NOTICE Machine...

Страница 37: ...Drive 36 100sx Operator s Manual Shut Down ...

Страница 38: ...100sx Operator s Manual Transport 37 Transport Chapter Contents Lift 38 Points 38 Procedure 38 Haul 39 Tie Down 40 Points 40 Procedure 40 ...

Страница 39: ...ting at other points is unsafe and can damage machinery Procedure Use a crane capable of supporting the equipment s size and weight See 100sx on page 71 Use indicated lift points Crushing weight If load falls or moves it could kill or crush you Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away t44om008w eps ...

Страница 40: ...ecals are located See page 40 Crushing weight If load falls or moves it could kill or crush you Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away To help avoid injury Load unit with engine in low idle Load trailer on level ground Load trailer correctly to avoid trailer swaying Attach trailer to vehicle before loading or unloading If loading onto a tilt bed trailer ensure that tilt latch is secured ...

Страница 41: ...wn Points Tie down points are identified by tie down decals Securing to trailer at other points is unsafe and can damage machinery Procedure Attach chains at front and rear tie down points Make sure chains are tight before transporting unit t44om007w eps ...

Страница 42: ...lowly back unit down trailer or ramps Crushing weight If load falls or moves it could kill or crush you Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away To help avoid injury Unload unit with engine in low idle Unload trailer on level ground Attach trailer to vehicle before loading or unloading If trailer tilts ensure that tilt latch is secured in the correct position ...

Страница 43: ...Transport 42 100sx Operator s Manual Tie Down ...

Страница 44: ...100sx Operator s Manual Plow 43 Plow Chapter Contents Setup 44 Position Plow 45 Attach Product 45 Operation 46 ...

Страница 45: ...ause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment To help avoid injury Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling Read operator s manual Know how to use all controls Your safety is at stake 273 475 NOTICE Choose the correct plow blade length for the desired depth of material cover If using a vertically adju...

Страница 46: ...wer plow blade to starting point of path 4 Turn ignition switch to OFF Attach Product To Pull Product 1 Insert material into pulling grip 2 Tape grip with duct tape To Feed Product 1 Remove cable guide 2 Feed cable through tube from top to bottom 3 Replace cable guide and tighten fasteners 4 Secure cable NOTICE Keep everyone away from material being installed Plow_Pull_nobox eps Plow_Feed_nobox ep...

Страница 47: ...serious injury Know location of lines and stay away To help avoid injury Expose lines by hand before digging Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution Read operator s manual Know how to use all controls Your safety is at stake 273 475 NOTICE Do NOT plow with the blade partially raised Only operate the plow with blade fully in the ground Do NOT move ground drive control to reverse with the...

Страница 48: ...to the ground to full depth 7 Increase engine speed to a point with the least plow vibration and the highest ground drive speed possible without tire slippage 8 Check cable for 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 conditions NOTICE Move slowly...

Страница 49: ... 3 Move plow vibrator control to OFF 4 Raise plow out of ground 5 Turn ignition switch to OFF and remove product from plow 6 Start plow and drive a short distance away from work site 7 Shut down plow See page 35 for proper shutdown procedures NOTICE Do not operate vibrator when plow is out of the ground This will cause excessive vibration and will cause rapid wear and possible damage to the unit a...

Страница 50: ...100sx Operator s Manual Systems and Equipment 49 Systems and Equipment Optional Equipment 50 Plow Blades 51 Blade Maintenance 51 Blade Types 51 ...

Страница 51: ...ment Description plow blades and pulling grips Choose the most efficient plow blade for your job based on your desired cover depth range feed chute diameter and feed chute radius as well as your desired speed for straight plowing tires 16 or 18 tires are available counterweights required to balance unit configured with optional attachments front reel carrier mounted on the front of the plow ...

Страница 52: ... Use the plow blade most appropriate for the type of material being installed Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for information about the most effective blade for your jobsite conditions Blade Types Type Description feed blade used to stitch flexible material into the ground as it is fed through a chute or tube located at the back of the blade speed blade a thin feed type blade used for high speed s...

Страница 53: ...Systems and Equipment 52 100sx Operator s Manual Plow Blades ...

Страница 54: ...100sx Operator s Manual Complete the Job 53 Complete the Job Chapter Contents Rinse Equipment 54 Stow Tools 54 ...

Страница 55: ...Rinse Equipment Spray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud Stow Tools Make sure all tools and accessories are loaded and properly secured on trailer NOTICE Do not spray water onto operator s console Electrical components could be damaged Wipe down instead ...

Страница 56: ...erator s Manual Service 55 Service Chapter Contents Service Precautions 56 Lubrication Overview 57 Recommended Lubricants Service Key 58 Engine Oil Selection Chart 59 5 Hour 60 10 Hour 61 50 Hour 65 As Neded 68 ...

Страница 57: ...ed all service should be performed with engine off Allow equipment to cool before performing service Refer to engine manufacturer s manual for engine maintenance instructions NOTICE When cleaning equipment do not spray electrical components with water NOTICE Welding can damage electronics Welding currents can damage electronic components Connect welder ground close to welding point and make sure n...

Страница 58: ...100sx Operator s Manual Service 57 Lubrication Overview Lubrication Overview t44om011w eps ...

Страница 59: ...0 Use only high quality fuel meeting ASTM D4814 or equivalent Do not use gasoline blended with methyl alcohol Item Description GEO Gasoline engine oil meeting API service classification SL or higher and SAE viscosity recommended by engine manufacturer MPG Multipurpose grease meeting ASTM D217 and NLGI 5 MPL Multipurpose gear oil meeting API service classification GL 5 SAE 80W90 THF Tractor hydraul...

Страница 60: ... controls Your safety is at stake 273 475 To help avoid injury Unless otherwise instructed all service should be performed with engine off Refer to engine manufacturer s manual for engine maintenance instructions Select oil based on ambient temperature range expected before next oil change SAE 30 10W 30 Synthetic 5W 30 5W 30 t44om010w eps ...

Страница 61: ...ined install and tighten oil drain plug To fill 1 Clean oil fill area of any debris or dirt 2 Remove dipstick 1 and wipe with clean cloth 3 Slowly pour oil into engine oil fill 1 Fill to point of overflowing 4 Insert dipstick 5 Remove dipstick and check to ensure engine oil level is at the top of full indicator on dipstick 6 Reconnect spark plug and install and tighten dipstick Location Task Notes...

Страница 62: ...level at dipstick 1 every 10 hours Add GEO at fill 1 as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on dipstick Location Task Notes Check engine oil level GEO Clean air filter Check hydraulic fluid level THF Check tire pressure Check hydraulic hoses IMPORTANT See page 58 for GEO specifications t44om014w eps 1 ...

Страница 63: ...lace with a new filter 4 Wash pre cleaner in liquid detergent with water Allow pre cleaner to thoroughly air dry 5 Assemble pre cleaner to filter 6 Install seal washer 5 filter and pre cleaner into the base 7 Install cover and secure Check Hydraulic Fluid Level Check fluid at sight glass every 10 hours Fluid should be halfway up sight glass Add THF at fill shown as necessary Do not overfill NOTICE...

Страница 64: ...erator s Manual Service 63 10 Hour Check Tire Pressures Check tire pressure before each use Tire option Max pressure 16 x 6 5 8 4 ply bar lug 28 psi 1 9 bar 18 x 11 00 8 3 ply knob 10 psi 0 69 bar t44om017w eps ...

Страница 65: ...s to relieve pressure 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 using system check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to search for leaks Fluid leaks can be hard to detect Wea...

Страница 66: ...il drain plug To fill 1 Clean oil fill area of any debris or dirt 2 Remove dipstick 1 and wipe with clean cloth 3 Slowly pour oil into engine oil fill 1 Fill to point of overflowing 4 Insert dipstick 5 Remove dipstick and check to ensure engine oil level is at the top of full indicator on dipstick 6 Reconnect spark plug and install and tighten dipstick Location Task Notes Change engine oil and fil...

Страница 67: ... of reservoir sight glass with THF Reservoir capacity is 3 5 gal 13 2 L Change Spark Plug Change spark plugs every 50 hours or annually whichever occurs first To change spark plug 1 Disconnect the ignition coil 2 Remove the spark plug 3 Use a feeler gauge to set gap shown on new spark plug to 0 028 0 031 in 0 70 0 80 mm 4 Install new spark plug IMPORTANT When reassembling install the ignition coil...

Страница 68: ...ter cover 2 by removing fastener 1 2 Remove fastener 3 and filter 4 3 Remove pre cleaner if equipped from the filter 4 Replace air filter and pre cleaner 5 Assemble pre cleaner to filter 6 Install seal washer 5 filter and pre cleaner into the base 7 Install cover and secure NOTICE Compressed air or water may damage filter elements t44om015w eps 1 3 5 2 4 ...

Страница 69: ...ait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap In hot weather pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come close to an open fuel tank Do not inhale vaporized fuel Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled Do not smoke while refueling the unit Doing so may cause th...

Страница 70: ...t the engine cool for 3 5 min 2 Open fuel cap shown 3 Insert fuel nozzle and add fuel 4 Install fuel cap Check Wheel Lug Nut Torque Check wheel lug nut torque before each use Tighten to 88 95 ft lb 108 129 N m Clean Plow Feed Tube Clean feed tube shown every 10 hours t44om021w eps t44om026w eps t44om020w eps ...

Страница 71: ...e as needed Blade should be changed if Plow toe edge is worn to a curve Side plates begin to peel Plow blade bends Plow blade is worn scratched or gouged Reel Carrier Check Reel Carrier Arms and Cable Guides Check reel carrier arms and cable guides for damage Replace if necessary t44om022w eps t44om023w eps ...

Страница 72: ...ic H1 Operating height 41 in 104 cm A3 Angle of departure without blade 50 50 L1 Maximum length without reel carrier 70 in 178 cm L2 Maximum length with reel carrier 86 5 in 220 cm W1 Plow vehicle width 35 in 89 cm A Maximum depth 13 in 33 cm A Maximum cover depth 12 in 30 cm t44om025w eps ...

Страница 73: ...ton 2100 Series gasoline engine Cooling medium air Number of cylinders one Displacement 25 6 in3 20 98 cm3 Bore 3 54 in 90 mm Stroke 2 6 in 66 mm Engine manufacturer s gross power rating 3600 rpm 13 5 hp 10 1 kW Maximum governed speed as installed no load 3400 rpm 3400 rpm Flywheel power 3400 rpm full load 10 2 hp 7 5 kW Fuel consumption 3600 rpm 0 89 gph 3 4 L h Maximum tilt angle 20 20 All warra...

Страница 74: ...evolution 223 in3 556 cm3 Ground drive motor displacement revolution 9 6 in3 157 cm3 Directional control valve type open center Delivery capacity 10 gpm 37 8 L min System relief valve setting 2500 psi 172 4 bar Fluid Capacities U S Metric Fuel tank 1 8 gal 6 8 L Hydraulic reservoir 3 5 gal 13 2 L Power Train Ground drive transmission hydrostatic infinitely variable forward and reverse 3 1 chain dr...

Страница 75: ...Specifications 74 100sx Operator s Manual 100sx ...

Страница 76: ...hase Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration if in warranty time frame Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your authorized Ditch Witch dealer Use of another manufacturer s parts may void warranty consideration Resources Publications Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications and videos covering safety operation service and repair of you...

Страница 77: ...OSE AND MERCHANTABILITY IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE THEN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A COMMERCIAL BUYER ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver ac...

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