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Ditch Witch JT5 User Manual

Ditch Witch JT5
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JT5
Issue 3.0
Original Instruction
Operators
Manual
CMW
®
053-2380

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Ditch Witch JT5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDitch Witch
ModelJT5
CategoryConstruction Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Unit Components

Emergency Procedures

Electric Strike Description

Details the description of electric strikes and their indications.

If an Electric Line is Damaged

If a Gas Line is Damaged

If Machine Catches on Fire

Safety Alert Classifications

Machine Safety Alerts

Moving Parts Hazard

Warning about hazards from moving machine parts.

Electric Shock Hazard

Warning about the danger of electric shock.

Fire and Explosion Hazard

Warning about potential fire or explosion hazards.

Additional Machine Safety Alerts

Rotating Shaft Hazard

Warning about hazards from rotating shafts.

Set-Up Console

Anchor Console

Operator’s Station

Gauges and Indicators

Displays and indicators on the operator's station.

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

Warns of low engine oil pressure.

Engine Temperature Indicator

Warns of high engine temperature.

Operator Station Controls

Carriage Control

Controls the movement and rotation of the carriage.

Engine Compartment

ESID

Strike Indicator

Visual indication of strike warning condition.

Planning

Plan Bore Path

Defining the route for the drilling operation.

Setting Up at Jobsite

Assemble Drill String

Connecting the drill pipe components.

Drilling

Drill First Pipe

The initial drilling process with the first pipe.

Correct Direction

Adjusting the bore path direction during drilling.

Backreaming

Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment

Check Supplies

Verifying all necessary materials and tools.

Gather Information

Notify One-Call Services

Contacting utility locating services before digging.

Inspect Site

Identify Hazards

Recognizing potential dangers at the jobsite.

Classify Jobsite

Apply Precautions

Electric Jobsite Precautions

Safety measures for jobsites with electrical hazards.

Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions

Safety measures for sites with natural gas lines.

Plan Bore Path

Recommended Bend Limits

Guidelines for bending the drill pipe to prevent damage.

Recommended Bend Limits (Continued)

Bend Radius

Defines the minimum allowable bend radius for drill pipe.

Haul

Load

Procedure for loading the unit onto a trailer.

Tie Down

Securing the unit for safe transport.

Unload

Procedure for removing the unit from a trailer.

Assemble Drill String

Drill First Pipe

Correct Direction

Surface Drill Head

Assemble Backream String

Anchor System

Electric Strike System

Test Strike System

Procedure to verify system functionality.

Troubleshoot Strike System

Guidance for diagnosing and fixing system issues.

ESID Diagnostic Codes

Drilling Fluid

Basic Fluid Recipes

Standard formulations for drilling fluid mixes.

DrillLok™/Tracker Control

Downhole Tools

Bits

Guidance on selecting drill bits.

Backreamers

Selection and use of backreamers.

Drill Pipe

Perform Regular Drill Pipe Care

Procedures for maintaining drill pipe.

Antifreeze Drilling Unit

Add Antifreeze

Procedure for adding antifreeze to the system.

Service Precautions

Working Under Drilling Unit

Recommended Lubricants/Service Key

Startup/10 Hour Service

Check Engine Oil Level

Verifying engine oil level.

Startup/10 Hour Service (Continued)

50 Hour Service

Change Engine Oil and Filter (Initial)

Replacing engine oil and filter after 50 hours.

50 Hour Service (Continued)

100 Hour Service

Change Fuel Filters

Replacing the fuel filters.

150 Hour Service

Change Engine Oil and Filter

Replacing engine oil and filter.

250 Hour Service

500 Hour Service

Replace Fan Belt

Replacing the fan belt.

750 Hour Service

1000 Hour Service

Change Rotation Gearbox Oil

Replacing rotation gearbox oil.

2000 Hour Service

Change Engine Coolant

Replacing engine coolant.

As Needed Service

As Needed Service (Continued)

Specifications

Dimensions

Physical measurements of the machine.

Operational

Performance characteristics and operational limits.

Power

Engine details and power ratings.

Specifications (Continued)

Support

Warranty

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