Ditch Witch XT855 Excavator Operator’s Manual PN 053-1985 PDF

Ditch Witch XT855 Excavator Operator’s Manual PN 053-1985 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Ditch Witch XT855 Excavator Operator’s Manual PN 053-1985 – PDF DOWNLOAD

Language : English
Pages : 109
Downloadable : Yes
File Type : PDF

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Ditch Witch XT855 Excavator Operator’s Manual PN 053-1985 – PDF DOWNLOAD

Overview 2
Serial Number Location 3
Intended Use 4
Equipment Modification 4
Unit Components 5
Operator Orientation 5
About This Manual 6
Bulleted Lists 6
Numbered Lists 6
Foreword 8
Contents 10
Safety 12
Guidelines 13
Safety Alert Classifications 14
Safety Alerts 15
Emergency Procedures 18
Electric Strike Description 18
If an Electric Line is Damaged 19
If a Gas Line is Damaged 19
If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged 20
If Machine Catches on Fire 20
Controls 22
Front Console 23
Left Console 27
Joysticks 29
Upper Console 32
Seat 33
Battery 35
Tool Carrier Bucket 36
Operation Overview 38
Planning 39
Using Tool Carrier Mode 39
Using Excavator Mode 39
Leaving Jobsite 39
Prepare 40
Gather Information 41
Review Job Plan 41
Notify One-Call Services 41
Arrange for Traffic Control 41
Plan for Emergency Services 41
Inspect Site 42
Identify Hazards 42
Classify Jobsite 43
Inspect Jobsite 43
Select a Classification 43
Apply Precautions 44
Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment 45
Supplies 45
Fluid Levels 45
Condition and Function 45
Accessories 45
Drive 46
Start Unit 47
Drive 48
General Operation 48
Stowing the Excavator 48
Safe Slope Operation 49
Steer 50
Shut Down 50
Transport 52
Lift 53
Points 53
Procedure 53
Haul 54
Inspect Trailer 54
Hitch Trailer 54
Load 55
Tie Down 57
Unload 60
Unhitch Trailer 60
Tow 61
Procedure 61
Dig 64
Overview 65
Setup 65
Filling Bucket 66
Dumping Bucket 67
Digging 68
Single Inline Trench 68
Single Offset Trench 68
Multiple Trenches 69
Systems and Equipment 70
Excavator Control Pattern 71
Change Pattern 71
Operate Controls 72
Front Attachments 73
Connect Attachment 73
Operate Attachment 75
Optional Equipment 75
Complete the Job 76
Rinse Equipment 77
Disconnect Attachment 77
Stow Tools 77
Service 78
Service Precautions 79
Working Under Raised Lift Arms 79
Opening Hood 80
Lubrication Overview 81
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key 82
Engine Oil Temperature Chart 83
Approved Coolant 83
Approved Fuel 83
10 Hour 84
Check coolant level every 10 hours Add coolant as needed to maintain level as shown on overflow bottle 84
Check engine oil level at dipstick (2) every 10 hours Add DEO at fill (1) as needed to maintain oil level at highest line on dipstick 84
Check track tension every 10 hours Measure length of spring as shown When tracks are properly tensioned, spring length (A) should be 9 1/2” (241 mm) Adjust as needed (see page 94) 86
Check hydraulic fluid level every 10 hours Maintain level at halfway point on sight glass (2) Add THF as needed at fill (1) 87
50 Hour 88
100 Hour 91
150 Hour 92
250 Hour 92
400 Hour 93
1000 Hour 93
2000 Hour 94
As Needed 95
Specifications 98
Support 104
Procedure 104
Resources 104
Publications 104
Ditch Witch Training 104
Warranty 105
Service Record 108