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R
T45 Operator
’s Manual
Right Fender
T
rencher Controls
1.
T
r
encher slide control*
2.
Boom lift contro
l
3.
Backfill blade tilt/trencher slide selector*
*H314 only
Item
Description
Notes
1.
T
re
ncher slid
e control
T
o slide tr
encher righ
t, push.
T
o slide trencher left, pull.
Note:
Control configuration
with rear steer option
is shown in main
illustration. Control configuration witho
ut rear steer is shown in balloon.
c00ic198h.eps
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Table of Contents
Overview
2
Table of Contents
2
Serial Number Location
3
Equipment Modification
4
Intended Use
4
Unit Components
5
About this Manual
6
Bulleted Lists
6
Numbered Lists
6
Operator Orientation
6
Foreword
8
Table of Contents
10
Safety
12
California Proposition 65 Warning
13
Guidelines
13
Emergency Procedures
14
Electric Strike Description
14
If an Electric Line Is Damaged
15
If a Gas Line Is Damaged
16
If a Fiber Optic Cable Is Damaged
17
If Machine Catches on Fire
17
Safety Alert Classifications
18
Machine Safety Alerts
19
Machine Safety Alerts
21
Controls
30
Center Console
31
Controls
31
Graphic Display
34
Right Fender
38
Tractor Controls
38
Trencher Controls
41
Combo Controls
43
Saw Controls
45
Plow Controls
47
Microtrencher Controls
49
Left Fender
53
Backhoe Console
53
Seat
59
Battery Disconnect
60
Operation Overview
62
Digging with Backhoe
63
Planning
63
Trenching
63
Drilling
64
Plowing
64
Sawing
64
Leaving Jobsite
65
Microtrenching
65
Prepare
66
Gather Information
67
Arrange for Traffic Control
67
Notify One-Call Services
67
Plan for Emergency Services
67
Review Job Plan
67
Inspect Site
68
Identify Hazards
68
Classify Jobsite
69
Select a Classification
69
Apply Precautions
70
Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment
71
Supplies
71
Fluid Levels
71
Condition and Function
71
Accessories
71
Drive
72
Start Unit
73
Drive
75
Safe Slope Operation
76
Shut down
77
Transport
78
Lift
79
Points
79
Procedure
80
Tie down
83
Points
83
Procedure
83
Haul
84
Procedure
84
Tow
87
Procedure
87
Backhoe
88
Set up
89
Position Tractor
89
Prepare Backhoe
90
Operate
91
Move Unit
92
Finish Job
93
Trench
96
Plow
106
Setup
107
Attach Product
108
Position Tractor
108
Prepare Tractor
109
Operate
110
Finish Job
111
Drill
112
Set up
113
Dig Approach Trench
113
Dig Target Trench
114
Install Drill String
114
Operate
115
Drill
116
Start Bore with Drill String Guide
117
Add Rod
118
Backream
119
Install Product
120
Remove Rod
121
Finish Job
123
Disassemble Drill String
123
Remove Drilling Attachment
123
Microtrenching
124
Default Chapter
124
Microtrench
124
Set up
126
Adjust Level Indicator
127
Adjust Tilt
127
Adjust Trench Depth
127
Position Alignment Guide
127
Prepare Spoils Removal
128
Operate
129
Use Trench Cleaner
131
Finish Job
132
Systems and Equipment
134
Chain, Teeth, and Sprockets
135
Chain and Tooth Maintenance
135
Chain Types
135
Chain Selection
136
Optional Equipment
137
RT45 Tractor
137
A323 Backhoe
137
H313/H314 Trencher
137
H331 Plow
138
H342 Saw
138
MT12 Microtrencher
138
Counterweighting
139
Complete the Job
140
Service
142
Service Precautions
143
Welding Precaution
143
Washing Precaution
143
Lubrication Overview
144
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
145
Engine Oil Temperature Chart
146
Approved Coolant
147
Approved Fuel
147
Tier 4 Engine
148
10 Hour
149
100' (30.5 M)
161
50 Hour
163
100 Hour
167
250 Hour
168
500 Hour
169
1000 Hour
173
As Needed
175
Specifications
188
Capacities
192
Capacities
194
Capacities
199
Support
206
Service Record
210
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Ditch Witch RT45 Specifications
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Brand
Ditch Witch
Model
RT45
Category
Excavators
Language
English
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