Ditch-witch FX25 Manuel d'utilisateur

FX25Operator’s ManualIssue 2.1CMW®053-2379

FX25 Operator’s Manual Safety - 9CMWSafetyChapter ContentsGuidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Safety Alert Cl

FX25 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 99500CMWSpecifications500 Dimensions U.S. MetricL Length, T9S or T9SH trailer 200 in 5.1 mH Height 86 in

Specifications - 100 FX25 Operator’s Manual500CMW Engine U.S. MetricBriggs & Stratton Vanguard, gasolineCooling medium airAspiration na

FX25 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 101500CMWVacuum system U.S. MetricTank capacity 500 gal 1893 LDrive type beltDisplacement 543 cfm15.3 m3/minMa

Specifications - 102 FX25 Operator’s Manual500CMWT9S Trailer U.S. MetricDimensionsClearance (at jack foot pad) 12 in 305 mmAdj. coupler height 18-24 i

FX25 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 103500CMWT12SE Trailer U.S. MetricDimensionsClearance (at jack foot pad) 12 in 305 mmAdj. coupler height 18-24

Specifications - 104 FX25 Operator’s Manual500CMW

FX25 Operator’sManual Support - 105ProcedureCMWSupportProcedureNotify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment.

Warranty - 106 FX25 Operator’sManualCMWWarrantyDitch Witch Equipment and Replacement PartsLimited Warranty PolicySubject to the limitation and exclusi

Safety - 10 FX25 Operator’s ManualGuidelinesCMWGuidelinesFollow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:• Complete proper training and

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service Record - 109CMWService RecordService Performed Date Hours

CMWService Record - 110 FX25 Operator’s ManualService Performed Date Hours

FX25 Operator’s Manual Appendix - 111CMWAppendixChapter ContentsTire Safety Information

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1. STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMIT – TRAILER Determining the load limits of a trailer includes more than unders

The Tire Information Placard is attached adjacent to or near the trailer’s VIN (Certification) label at the left front of the trailer. 1.1.2. TRAILER

Innerliner separation - the parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass. Light truck (LT) tire - a tire designated by its manufacturer

1.4. TIRE SAFETY - EVERYTHING RIDES ON IT The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published a brochure (DOT HS 809 361) that discusses

1.5.2. UNDERSTANDING TIRE PRESSURE AND LOAD LIMITS Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load-carrying capaci

1.5.5. TIRE SIZE To maintain tire safety, purchase new tires that are the same size as the trailer's original tires or another size recommended

1.5.9.2. Information on Light Truck Tires Please refer to the diagram below. Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on th

FX25 Operator’s Manual Safety - 11Safety Alert ClassificationsCMWSafety Alert ClassificationsThese classifications and the icons defined on the follow

Safety - 12 FX25 Operator’s ManualSafety AlertsCMWSafety AlertsElectric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know loca

FX25 Operator’s Manual Safety - 13Safety AlertsCMWImproper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described

Safety - 14 FX25 Operator’s ManualSafety AlertsCMWHot pressurized cooling system fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool before servicing.Flyin

FX25 Operator’s Manual Safety - 15Emergency ProceduresCMWEmergency ProceduresBefore operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and check tha

Safety - 16 FX25 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMWIf an Electric Line is DamagedIf you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on

FX25 Operator’s Manual Safety - 17Emergency ProceduresCMWIf a Gas Line is DamagedIf you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following action

Safety - 18 FX25 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMWIf a Fiber Optic Cable is DamagedDo not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cab

FX25 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1CMW OverviewChapter ContentsSerial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Intended Use . . .

FX25 Operator’s Manual Controls - 19CMWControlsChapter ContentsEngine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Operator

Controls - 20 FX25 Operator’s ManualEngineCMWEngine 1. Fuel level sight glasses2. Throttle3. Choke4. Ignition switchItem Description Notes1. Fuel

FX25 Operator’s Manual Controls - 21Operator StationCMWOperator Station 1. Flow direction control (optional)2. Water pressure gauge3. Auxiliary outle

Controls - 22 FX25 Operator’s ManualOperator StationCMW2. Water pressure gauge Displays water pressure when water pressure switch is on and spray wan

FX25 Operator’s Manual Controls - 23Operator StationCMW6. Hydraulic function switchTo operate the vacuum boom option, press top.To operate hydraulic d

Controls - 24 FX25 Operator’s ManualOperator StationCMW Tethered tank control To lift and lower tank, set hydraulic function switch to the tank positi

FX25 Operator’s Manual Controls - 25MachineCMWMachine 1. Inlet valve2. Water tank supply valve3. Water tank drain4. Drain/Outlet valve5. Reverse flow

Controls - 26 FX25 Operator’s ManualMachineCMW2. Water tank supply valve To open valve (send water from the water tank through the pump and water la

FX25 Operator’s Manual Controls - 27MachineCMW6. Antifreeze tank supply valve To open valve (send antifreeze through pump and water lance), rotate cou

Controls - 28 FX25 Operator’s ManualMachineCMW

Overview - 2 FX25 Operator’s ManualSerial Number LocationCMWSerial Number LocationRecord serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. FX25

FX25 Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 29CMWOperation OverviewChapter ContentsPlanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation Overview - 30 FX25 Operator’s ManualPlanningCMWPlanning1. Gather information about jobsite (page 34).2. Inspect jobsite (page 35). 3. Check

FX25 Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 31PotholingCMWPotholing1. Connect hoses (page 44). 2. Start unit (page 47).3. Pothole (page 49).4. Disconn

Operation Overview - 32 FX25 Operator’s ManualStoring EquipmentCMW

FX25 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 33CMWPrepareChapter ContentsGather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34• Arrange for Traf

Prepare - 34 FX25 Operator’s ManualGather InformationCMWGather InformationA successful job begins before the excavation. The first step in planning is

FX25 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 35Inspect JobsiteCMWInspect Jobsite• Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating and trenching (Part 19

Prepare - 36 FX25 Operator’s ManualPrepare JobsiteCMWPrepare JobsitePrepare Excavation Point• Clear the area to be excavated. Remove rocks or branches

FX25 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 37Check Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCMWCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentAssemble AccessoriesFire ExtinguisherIf

Prepare - 38 FX25 Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCMWPrepare EquipmentFluid Levels• fuel• battery • engine oil • blower oilCondit

FX25 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3Equipment ModificationCMWEquipment ModificationThis equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable

FX25 Operator’s Manual Transport - 39CMWTransportChapter ContentsLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40•

Transport - 40 FX25 Operator’s ManualLiftCMWLiftPointsLifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at other points is unsafe and can damag

FX25 Operator’s Manual Transport - 41HaulCMWHaulInspect Trailer• Check hitch for wear and cracks. Lubricate if needed.• Check battery for 12V charge.•

Transport - 42 FX25 Operator’s ManualHaulCMWHitch Trailer1. Back tow vehicle to trailer. 2. Put manual transmission into first or reverse gear or auto

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 43CMWVacuum and PotholeChapter ContentsConnect Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vacuum and Pothole - 44 FX25 Operator’s ManualConnect HosesCMWConnect Hoses1. Remove vacuum hoses from storage.2. If potholing, remove 2-in-1 potholin

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 45Determine Tank Fill LevelCMWDetermine Tank Fill LevelUse these reference charts to help determine how fu

Vacuum and Pothole - 46 FX25 Operator’s ManualDetermine Tank Fill LevelCMW500-gal Vacuum Tank on T12S Trailer Material Maximum Vacuum Tank Fill Lev

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 47Start UnitCMWStart UnitStandard Procedure1. Open tank inlet valve. 2. If equipped with reverse flow, ens

Vacuum and Pothole - 48 FX25 Operator’s ManualRemove DebrisCMWRemove Debris Procedure1. Position vacuum hose in area to be excavated.2. Start engine.

Overview - 4 FX25 Operator’s ManualOperator OrientationCMWOperator OrientationRight and left sides of machine are determined by facing towing vehicle.

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 49PotholeCMWPothole1. Start engine. 2. Open inlet valve. 3. Open water tank valve.4. Move water pump swit

Vacuum and Pothole - 50 FX25 Operator’s ManualPotholeCMW6. Adjust water pressure as needed to match soil conditions and/or material of utility being e

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 51Drain TankCMWDrain Tank1. Ensure that unit is hitched to vehicle. See “Hitch Trailer” on page 42.2. Haul

Vacuum and Pothole - 52 FX25 Operator’s ManualDrain TankCMW9. If further draining is necessary, open tank door. See “Open/Close Tank Door” on page 55.

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 53Unload to Another TankCMWUnload to Another TankOptional reverse flow mode can be used to transfer vacuum

Vacuum and Pothole - 54 FX25 Operator’s ManualUnload to Another TankCMW5. Move valve handle counterclockwise to engage “reverse flow” mode and start e

FX25 Operator’s Manual Vacuum and Pothole - 55Open/Close Tank DoorCMWOpen/Close Tank DoorOpen 1. If using optional reverse flow mode, turn off

Vacuum and Pothole - 56 FX25 Operator’s ManualOpen/Close Tank DoorCMW

FX25 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 57CMWComplete the JobChapter ContentsAntifreeze Fluid Excavation Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58• Add Ant

Complete the Job - 58 FX25 Operator’s ManualAntifreeze Fluid Excavation UnitCMWAntifreeze Fluid Excavation UnitAdd AntifreezeFollow these steps for ov

FX25 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 5Reporting Safety DefectsCMWForewordThis manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety informati

FX25 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 59Rinse EquipmentCMWRinse EquipmentSpray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud. Use water lance. Thoro

Complete the Job - 60 FX25 Operator’s ManualStow ToolsCMW

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 61CMWServiceChapter ContentsService Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Recommended Lubrica

Service - 62 FX25 Operator’s ManualService PrecautionsCMWService Precautions Working Under Raised Debris Tank 1. Raise vacuum tank.2. Remove cylind

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 63Service PrecautionsCMWWorking Under Raised Tank Door 1. Locate door lock tools in tool storage area and bring to r

Service - 64 FX25 Operator’s ManualRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyCMWRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyProper lubrication and maintenance protects

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 65Recommended Lubricants/Service KeyCMWEngine Oil Temperature Chart IMPORTANT: If temperature is below 40°F (4°C), us

Service - 66 FX25 Operator’s ManualEach UseCMWEach Use TrailerCheck Hitch BoltsCheck that trailer hitch bolts are properly tightened. Torque varies by

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 67Each UseCMWCheck Hydraulic Brake Fluid Level Check hydraulic brake fluid level at master cylinder each use. Fluid s

Service - 68 FX25 Operator’s ManualEach UseCMWCheck Trailer Lights and Reflectors Check lights and reflectors for correct operation and cleanliness.j3

Foreword - 6 FX25 Operator’s ManualCMWFX25 Operator’s ManualIssue number 2.1/OM-4/13Part number 053-2379Copyright 2011, 2012, 2013by The Charles Machi

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 6910 HourCMW10 Hour Location Task NotesVACUUM SYSTEMCheck engine air filter service indicatorCheck engine oil level

Service - 70 FX25 Operator’s Manual10 HourCMWVacuum SystemCheck Engine Air Filter Check air filter every 10 hours. Press dust ejector valve to releas

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 7110 HourCMWCheck Hydraulic Hoses Check hydraulic hoses for leaks every 10 hours. Fluid or air pressure could pierc

Service - 72 FX25 Operator’s Manual10 HourCMWCheck Hydraulic Fluid Level DC Units Check hydraulic fluid level every 10 hours. Maintain fluid level at

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 7310 HourCMWCheck Blower Belt Tension Check belt every 10 hours for correct tension, damage or wear. Idler pulley te

Service - 74 FX25 Operator’s Manual10 HourCMWCheck Water Pump Belt Tension Check belt every 10 hours for correct tension, damage or wear. Contact your

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 7510 HourCMWCheck Spray NozzleCheck spray nozzle every 10 hours. Ensure that water sprays from nozzle in a fan patter

Service - 76 FX25 Operator’s Manual10 HourCMWDebris Tank Check Strobe Light Check strobe light for proper function every 10 hours. When ignition is

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 7750 HourCMW50 Hour Location Task NotesVACUUM SYSTEMChange engine oil and filter Initial service, GEOChange fuel fil

Service - 78 FX25 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMWVacuum SystemChange Engine Oil and Filter (Initial Service) Change engine oil and filter after 50 hours,

FX25 Operator’s Manual Contents - 7CMWContentsOverviewmachine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to perform, b

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 7950 HourCMWCheck Battery Keep battery clean and free of corrosion. Apply coat of grease to cable clamps after cleani

Service - 80 FX25 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMWLube Blower BearingsWipe two zerks clean and lube every 50 hours with HTG. Inject grease into zerk until

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 8150 HourCMWDebris TankLube Tank Pivot PinsLube two pins every 50 hours with MPG.j32om021h.epsj32om021h.eps

Service - 82 FX25 Operator’s Manual100 HourCMW100 Hour Vacuum System Change Engine Oil and Filter (Regular Service) Change engine oil and filter every

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 83100 HourCMWChange Fuel Filter Replace filter every 100 hours. 1. Remove filter.2. Install new filter. Apply fuel o

Service - 84 FX25 Operator’s Manual100 HourCMWChange Water Pump Oil Change oil after the first 25 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter. C

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 85250-HourCMW250-Hour Vacuum SystemChange Hydraulic Fluid (Gear Pump Units) Change hydraulic fluid after the first 2

Service - 86 FX25 Operator’s Manual1000 HourCMW1000 Hour Vacuum SystemChange Blower Oil Change oil every 1000 hours. Change oil more frequently if wor

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 871000 HourCMWChange Hydraulic Fluid DC UnitsChange hydraulic fluid every 1000 hours. Drain hydraulic fluid (2), ad

Service - 88 FX25 Operator’s Manual2000 HourCMW2000 Hour Vacuum SystemReplace Water Pump Belts Replace belt every 2000 hours.Replace Blower Belt Repla

Contents - 8 FX25 Operator’s ManualCMWService Recorda record of major service performed on the machine109Appendixadditional information about Ditch Wi

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 89As NeededCMWAs Needed Vacuum SystemChange Water Pump Filter 1. Open filter housing.2. Remove element and rinse hous

Service - 90 FX25 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMWChange Blower Relief Air FilterCheck air filter whenever vacuum gauge goes over 16” (406 mm) of mercury

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 91As NeededCMWDebris TankClean Primary Shut-off Valve Clean primary shut-off valve as needed. Replace primary shut-of

Service - 92 FX25 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMWTrailerAdd Surge Brake Fluid Add surge brake fluid at cap (1) as needed and bleed brakes.1. Remove leve

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 93200 MileCMW200 Mile TrailerAdjust Electric Brakes (Initial)Adjust brakes after 200 miles (320 km).1. Place adequate

Service - 94 FX25 Operator’s Manual200 MileCMWAdjust Hydraulic Brakes (Initial) Adjust hydraulic brakes after 200 miles (320 km).1. Use a jack and s

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 953000 MileCMW3000 MileTrailerAdjust Electric BrakesAdjust brakes every 3000 miles (5000 km).1. Place adequate jack s

Service - 96 FX25 Operator’s Manual3000 MileCMWAdjust Hydraulic Brakes Adjust hydraulic brakes every 3000 miles (5000 km). 1. Use a jack and suitable

FX25 Operator’s Manual Service - 9712,000 MileCMW12,000 MileTrailerInspect Brake Shoes and LiningsInspect shoes and linings every 12 months or 12,000

Service - 98 FX25 Operator’s Manual12,000 MileCMWAdjust and Lubricate Bearings1. Place adequate jack stands under frame rails and remove wheels.2. Uns