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TF300B Trencher
Operator’s Manual
AU103168
C7B

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ASTEC TF300B Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandASTEC
ModelTF300B
CategoryLawn and Garden Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

TO THE OWNER

TF300B TRENCHER

Identifies the specific model of the trencher.

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Machine Identification Numbers

Key numbers for machine identification and service.

MACHINE COMPONENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Message Definitions

Explains safety alert symbols, danger, warning, caution, and utility line hazards.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

BEFORE OPERATIONS

Essential safety checks and precautions before starting machine operation.

OPERATING SAFETY HAZARDS

Machine Operation Safety

Safety procedures for operation, failure, and parking.

MAINTENANCE AND HAZARD SAFETY

Hazard Warnings

Safety related to burns, pressurized fluids, and hazardous chemicals.

SAFETY DECALS

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

Identification and function of the main instrument panel controls.

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (Continued)

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (Continued)

SEAT BELT

Proper use and importance of the seat belt with ROPS.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ENGINE OPERATION

Procedures for starting and running the engine.

Pre-Operation Checks

Daily checks and initial maintenance schedule for new machines.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE ON A TRAILER

Safety guidelines for loading, transporting, and unloading the machine.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide to starting the engine safely.

MACHINE OPERATION GUIDELINES

General rules and safety for operating the machine.

Cutting a Trench

Step-by-step procedure for cutting a straight trench.

TRENCHER OPERATION

Detailed steps for operating the trencher mechanism.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY

General Safety Before Servicing

Safety precautions before performing any servicing.

LUBRICATION (Continued)

CAPACITIES AND LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Table of fluid capacities and lubricant specifications.

Engine Oil and Filter Change

Procedures for changing engine oil and filter.

LUBRICATION (Continued)

LUBRICATION/MAINTENANCE CHART

Schedule for lubrication and maintenance tasks based on operating hours.

LUBRICATION (Continued)

LUBRICATION (Continued)

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Recommendations for engine oil selection and use.

LUBRICATION (Continued)

Hydraulic Oil Change and Reservoir Screen Cleaning

Procedure for changing hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction screen.

ADJUSTMENT/MAINTENANCE

TRENCHER DRIVE BELT TENSION

How to check and adjust the trencher drive belt tension.

ADJUSTMENT/MAINTENANCE (Continued)

TRENCHER DRIVE CHAIN TENSION

Checking and adjusting the drive chain tension.

TRENCHER DIGGING CHAIN TENSION

Adjusting digging chain tension based on soil conditions.

ROLL-OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE (ROPS)

Safety, maintenance, and inspection of the ROPS.

ADJUSTMENT/MAINTENANCE (Continued)

ADJUSTMENT/MAINTENANCE (Continued)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MACHINE STORAGE

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)

ENGINE DATA

Technical specifications for the machine's engine.

OPERATING DATA AND DIMENSIONS

Machine dimensions, weight, and operating parameters.

SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)

SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)

AFTER DELIVERY CHECK

First 100 Hours Checklist

Checklist for the initial 100-hour service of a new machine.

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