Ditch Witch JT1720 - Owner Manual

JT1720 - SERVICE 1 JT1720 - SERVICE 1
SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
SERVICE SERVICE
SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
Record the serial numbers and date of purchase of your Record the serial numbers and date of purchase of your
equipment in the spaces below. equipment in the spaces below.
om0286h.eps om0286h.eps
Date of manufacture: Date of manufacture:

Date of purchase: Date of purchase:
Drilling unit serial number: Drilling unit serial number:

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SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE
SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE
Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of
Ditch Witch equipment. Ditch Witch equipment.
Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of your Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of your
equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and
placed on file by the owner at the time of purchase. placed on file by the owner at the time of purchase.
Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty
consideration if in warranty time frame. consideration if in warranty time frame.
Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your
authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturer's authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturer's
parts may void warranty consideration. parts may void warranty consideration.
RESOURCES RESOURCES
Publications Publications
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering the Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering the
operation, service, and repair of your equipment. operation, service, and repair of your equipment.
Ditch Witch Training Ditch Witch Training

For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your
Ditch Witch dealer. Ditch Witch dealer.
JT1720 - FOREWORD 3 JT1720 - FOREWORD 3
FOREWORD FOREWORD
This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides
safety information and operation instructions to help you use and safety information and operation instructions to help you use and
maintain your Ditch Witch equipment. maintain your Ditch Witch equipment.
Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the
equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your
equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.
If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at
www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address: www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc. The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Attn: Marketing Department Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66 PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066 Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA USA
The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to
change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to
improve equipment. Some product improvements may have improve equipment. Some product improvements may have
taken place after this manual was published. For the latest taken place after this manual was published. For the latest
information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your Ditch Witch information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment. Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.
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Operator's Manual Operator's Manual

JT1720 JT1720
Issue No. 5.0/OP-4/11 Issue No. 5.0/OP-4/11

Part Number 054-520 Part Number 054-520
Copyright 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003 Copyright 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,
Perry, Oklahoma Perry, Oklahoma
, Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd, , Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd,

Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser,
Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Super Witch, Super Witch II, and Pierce Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Super Witch, Super Witch II, and Pierce
Airrow are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Airrow are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works,
Inc. Inc.
CMW, Power Pipe, The Underground, and The Underground CMW, Power Pipe, The Underground, and The Underground
Authority Worldwide are pending trademarks of The Charles Authority Worldwide are pending trademarks of The Charles
Machine Works, Inc. Machine Works, Inc.
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
U.S. B1 4,858,704; 4,953,638; 5,148,880; 5,242,026; 5,341,887; 5,490,569; U.S. B1 4,858,704; 4,953,638; 5,148,880; 5,242,026; 5,341,887; 5,490,569;
5,544,712; 5,546,833; 5,682,956; 5,684,466; 5,713,423; 5,794,719; 5,880,680; 5,544,712; 5,546,833; 5,682,956; 5,684,466; 5,713,423; 5,794,719; 5,880,680;
5,941,322; 6,085,852; 6,109,371; 6,179,065; 6,216,803; 6,250,403; 6,250,404; 5,941,322; 6,085,852; 6,109,371; 6,179,065; 6,216,803; 6,250,403; 6,250,404;
6,290,606; 6,311,790; 6,411,094; 6,543,551; 6,550,547; RE37,450; RE37,450; 6,290,606; 6,311,790; 6,411,094; 6,543,551; 6,550,547; RE37,450; RE37,450;
RE37,923; RE37,975; Germany 694 17 019; 695 26 634; France 683,845; RE37,923; RE37,975; Germany 694 17 019; 695 26 634; France 683,845;
674,093; Australia 684,595; 689,533; 718,034; 706,544; 755,862; UK 2,309,239; 674,093; Australia 684,595; 689,533; 718,034; 706,544; 755,862; UK 2,309,239;
2,312,006; EP683,845; EP674,093 ; other U.S. and foreign patents pending. 2,312,006; EP683,845; EP674,093 ; other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
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CONTENTS CONTENTS
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setup Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Setup Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tethered Ground Drive Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Tethered Ground Drive Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Left Control Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Left Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Right Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Right Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Anchoring System Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Anchoring System Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Auxiliary Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Auxiliary Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Electric Strike System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Electric Strike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Subsite 750 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Subsite 750 Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Gather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Gather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Inspect Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Inspect Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Plan Bore Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Plan Bore Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment . . . . . . . . . . 70 Check Supplies and Prepare Equipment . . . . . . . . . 70
Prepare Jobsite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Prepare Jobsite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Record Bore Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Record Bore Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Operate Tethered Ground Drive Controller . . . . . . . . 78 Operate Tethered Ground Drive Controller . . . . . . . . 78
Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Tow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Unload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Unload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Assemble Electric Strike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Assemble Electric Strike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Anchor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Anchor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Assemble Drill Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Assemble Drill Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Attach EZ-Connect to Drill Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Attach EZ-Connect to Drill Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Attach Transition Sub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Attach Transition Sub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Connect Drill Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Connect Drill Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Engage EZ-Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Engage EZ-Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
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OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Operate Thrust/rotation Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Operate Thrust/rotation Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Drill First Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Drill First Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Add Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Add Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Add/Remove Pipe Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Add/Remove Pipe Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Correct Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Correct Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Surface Drill Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Surface Drill Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Pullback and Backreaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Pullback and Backreaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Remove Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Remove Anchors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Rinse Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Rinse Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Stow Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Stow Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
LUBRICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Gearboxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Gearboxes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Fluid Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Fluid Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
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MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
General Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 General Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Power Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Power Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Pipeloader Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Pipeloader Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Pipe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Troubleshoot Strike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Troubleshoot Strike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Use Electric Strike Simulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Use Electric Strike Simulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

A. Bend Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 A. Bend Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
B. Entry Pitch, Setback, and Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 B. Entry Pitch, Setback, and Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
C. Drilling Fluid Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 C. Drilling Fluid Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
D. Nozzle Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 D. Nozzle Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
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OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
The JT1720 directional drilling unit is a self-contained unit with a The JT1720 directional drilling unit is a self-contained unit with a
tethered ground drive controller. tethered ground drive controller.
The JT1720 features rubber tracks, genuine Ditch Witch pipe, a The JT1720 features rubber tracks, genuine Ditch Witch pipe, a
pipe loader and pipe box, onboard anchoring system, onboard pipe loader and pipe box, onboard anchoring system, onboard
fluid system, and simple, precise controls. Optional equipment fluid system, and simple, precise controls. Optional equipment
includes a cold start kit and Subsite 750 Display fully integrated includes a cold start kit and Subsite 750 Display fully integrated
into the control console. into the control console.
The JT1720 directional drilling unit can be used with Ditch Witch The JT1720 directional drilling unit can be used with Ditch Witch
drilling fluid units and Subsite locating equipment. drilling fluid units and Subsite locating equipment.
1. Set-up/drive controls and tethered ground drive controller 1. Set-up/drive controls and tethered ground drive controller
2. Carriage 6. Anchoring system 2. Carriage 6. Anchoring system
3. Pipe loader 7. Drill frame 3. Pipe loader 7. Drill frame
4. Operator station 8. Tracks 4. Operator station 8. Tracks
5. Anchoring system controls 9. Stabilizers 5. Anchoring system controls 9. Stabilizers
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JT1720 - CONTROLS 11 JT1720 - CONTROLS 11
CONTROLS CONTROLS
SETUP CONSOLE OVERVIEW SETUP CONSOLE OVERVIEW
• Left stabilizer control (1) • Left stabilizer control (1)

• Frame tilt control (2) • Frame tilt control (2)
• Right stabilizer control (3) • Right stabilizer control (3)
• Cold start switch (4) • Cold start switch (4)
• Ignition switch (5) • Ignition switch (5)
• Auxiliary track drive switches (6) • Auxiliary track drive switches (6)
• Voltmeter (7) • Voltmeter (7)
• Hourmeter (8) • Hourmeter (8)
12 JT1720 - CONTROLS 12 JT1720 - CONTROLS
SETUP CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS SETUP CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Left Stabilizer Control Left Stabilizer Control
This lever controls left rear This lever controls left rear
stabilizer. stabilizer.
• Push to lower. • Push to lower.

• Pull to raise. • Pull to raise.
Lower left and right rear stabilizers Lower left and right rear stabilizers
to the ground together, then adjust to the ground together, then adjust
individually. individually.
Frame Tilt Control Frame Tilt Control
This lever raises or lowers front end This lever raises or lowers front end
of drill frame. of drill frame.

Right Stabilizer Control Right Stabilizer Control
This lever controls right rear This lever controls right rear
stabilizer. stabilizer.

Lower left and right rear stabilizers Lower left and right rear stabilizers
to the ground together, then adjust to the ground together, then adjust
individually. individually.
Cold Start Switch Cold Start Switch
This optional switch helps start cold This optional switch helps start cold
engine. engine.
• Turn key to on position. • Turn key to on position.

• Press top of switch for 2-3 • Press top of switch for 2-3
seconds. seconds.
• Start engine. • Start engine.
Ignition Switch Ignition Switch
This switch has three positions. This switch has three positions.
• Insert key and turn all the way • Insert key and turn all the way
clockwise to start engine. clockwise to start engine.
• Release when engine starts. • Release when engine starts.
• Key will return to on position. • Key will return to on position.
Auxiliary Track Drive Switches Auxiliary Track Drive Switches
These switches control movement These switches control movement

of left and right tracks. of left and right tracks.
• Press top of right switch to • Press top of right switch to

move right track forward. move right track forward.
• Press bottom of right switch to • Press bottom of right switch to
move right track backward. move right track backward.
• Press top of left switch to move • Press top of left switch to move
left track forward. left track forward.
• Press bottom of left switch to move left track backward. • Press bottom of left switch to move left track backward.
Switches only operate when tethered controller is disconnected. Switches only operate when tethered controller is disconnected.
Voltmeter Voltmeter
This gauge measures voltage in This gauge measures voltage in

electric system. Reading should be electric system. Reading should be
near 14 volts with engine running. If near 14 volts with engine running. If
not, stop engine and investigate. not, stop engine and investigate.
Hourmeter Hourmeter
This gauge records engine This gauge records engine

operating time. Use these times to operating time. Use these times to
schedule lubrication and schedule lubrication and
maintenance. maintenance.
TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER OVERVIEW TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER OVERVIEW
TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER

OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
• Test port (1) • Test port (1)

• Speed/direction control (2) • Speed/direction control (2)
• Power mode switch (3) • Power mode switch (3)
• Remote engine stop switch (4) • Remote engine stop switch (4)
• Operator presence switch (5) • Operator presence switch (5)
• Throttle switch (6) • Throttle switch (6)
DESCRIPTIONS DESCRIPTIONS

Test Port Test Port
This outlet is used to plug in Electronic Diagnostic Terminal This outlet is used to plug in Electronic Diagnostic Terminal
(EDT), which is used for troubleshooting purposes. See Repair (EDT), which is used for troubleshooting purposes. See Repair
Guide for more information. Guide for more information.
Speed/direction Control Speed/direction Control
This lever controls track direction This lever controls track direction
and speed when operator and speed when operator
presence switch is pressed. presence switch is pressed.
• Push to move forward. • Push to move forward.

• Pull to move backward. • Pull to move backward.
• Move right or left to steer. • Move right or left to steer.
For more information on this control function, see “Operate For more information on this control function, see “Operate
Tethered Ground Drive Controller” in TRANSPORTATION. Tethered Ground Drive Controller” in TRANSPORTATION.
TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER DESCRIPTIONS TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER DESCRIPTIONS
Power Mode Switch Power Mode Switch
This switch selects ground drive This switch selects ground drive
operating mode. operating mode.
• Push for normal driving mode. • Push for normal driving mode.
• Pull for loading and unloading • Pull for loading and unloading
mode. mode.
• Return to center to disable • Return to center to disable
controller. controller.
Remote Engine Stop Switch Remote Engine Stop Switch
This button stops drilling unit engine. This button stops drilling unit engine.
• Press red button to stop engine. • Press red button to stop engine.
• Turn ignition switch off and then back on to restart engine. • Turn ignition switch off and then back on to restart engine.
Operator Presence Switch Operator Presence Switch
This switch allows tethered controller to function. This switch allows tethered controller to function.
• Press to operate ground drive with tethered controller. • Press to operate ground drive with tethered controller.
• Release to disable controller. • Release to disable controller.
Throttle Switch Throttle Switch
This switch controls engine This switch controls engine

speed. speed.
• Push to increase speed. • Push to increase speed.

• Pull to decrease speed. • Pull to decrease speed.
LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW
LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW
• Drilling fluid flow control (1) • Drilling fluid flow control (1)
• Back wrench switch (2) • Back wrench switch (2)
• Front wrench switch (3) • Front wrench switch (3)
• Pipe lift switch (4) • Pipe lift switch (4)
• Pipe shuttle switch (5) • Pipe shuttle switch (5)
• Engine throttle switch (6) • Engine throttle switch (6)
• Pipe lubricator switch (7) • Pipe lubricator switch (7)
• Auxiliary wrench switch (8) • Auxiliary wrench switch (8)
• Pipe autoload selector (9) • Pipe autoload selector (9)
• Pullback speed control (10) • Pullback speed control (10)
LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Fluid Flow Control Fluid Flow Control
This knob adjusts drilling fluid flow This knob adjusts drilling fluid flow
rate from zero to maximum. rate from zero to maximum.
• Turn clockwise for greater flow. • Turn clockwise for greater flow.
• Turn counterclockwise for less • Turn counterclockwise for less
flow. flow.
Back Wrench Switch Back Wrench Switch
This switch controls back wrench This switch controls back wrench
which is used to break joint at front which is used to break joint at front
wrench. wrench.
• Press top to lock wrench onto • Press top to lock wrench onto
pipe flats. pipe flats.
• Press bottom to release pipe. • Press bottom to release pipe.
Front Wrench Switch Front Wrench Switch
This switch controls front wrench This switch controls front wrench
which is used to break joint at which is used to break joint at
spindle. spindle.
• Press top to release pipe. • Press top to release pipe.

• Press bottom to lock wrench • Press bottom to lock wrench
onto pipe flats. onto pipe flats.
Pipe Lift Switch Pipe Lift Switch
This switch raises and lowers all This switch raises and lowers all
rows in pipe box. rows in pipe box.
• Press top to lower. • Press top to lower.

• Press bottom to raise. • Press bottom to raise.
Pipe Shuttle Switch Pipe Shuttle Switch
This switch moves shuttle to and This switch moves shuttle to and
from pipe box. from pipe box.
• Press top to move toward pipe • Press top to move toward pipe
box. box.
• Press bottom to move toward • Press bottom to move toward
spindle. spindle.
Engine Throttle Switch Engine Throttle Switch
This switch controls engine speed This switch controls engine speed
during drilling and backreaming. during drilling and backreaming.
• Press top to increase speed. • Press top to increase speed.

• Press bottom to decrease • Press bottom to decrease
speed. speed.
• Return switch to center position • Return switch to center position
to maintain selected speed. to maintain selected speed.
Pipe Lubricator Switch Pipe Lubricator Switch
This switch controls pipe thread This switch controls pipe thread
lubricator. lubricator.
• Press top to apply joint • Press top to apply joint

compound to threads at front compound to threads at front
wrench. wrench.
• Press bottom to fill applicator • Press bottom to fill applicator
at back of pipe loader. at back of pipe loader.
Auxiliary Wrench Switch Auxiliary Wrench Switch
This switch controls auxiliary (back- This switch controls auxiliary (back-
up) breakout wrench. up) breakout wrench.
• Press bottom to release pipe. • Press bottom to release pipe.

• Press top to lock wrench onto • Press top to lock wrench onto
Pipe Autoload Selector Pipe Autoload Selector
This switch selects pipe autoload This switch selects pipe autoload
function. function.
• Press top when drilling. • Press top when drilling.

• Press center to use manual pipe • Press center to use manual pipe
loader controls. loader controls.
• Press bottom when • Press bottom when
backreaming. backreaming.
Pullback Speed Control Pullback Speed Control
This knob controls maximum This knob controls maximum

pullback speed. pullback speed.
• Turn clockwise to increase. • Turn clockwise to increase.

• Turn counterclockwise to • Turn counterclockwise to
decrease. decrease.
RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW
RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW
• Fluid pressure gauge (1) • Fluid pressure gauge (1)

• Thrust pressure gauge (2) • Thrust pressure gauge (2)
• Rotation pressure gauge (3) • Rotation pressure gauge (3)
• Remote start switch (4) • Remote start switch (4)
• Remote engine stop switch (5) • Remote engine stop switch (5)
• Water temperature gauge (6) • Water temperature gauge (6)
• Engine oil pressure gauge (7) • Engine oil pressure gauge (7)
• Fuel gauge (8) • Fuel gauge (8)
• Hydraulic oil temperature indicator (9) • Hydraulic oil temperature indicator (9)
• Hydraulic oil filter service indicator (10) • Hydraulic oil filter service indicator (10)
• Electric strike system (11)* • Electric strike system (11)*
• Seat slide control (12) • Seat slide control (12)
• Thrust/rotation control (13) • Thrust/rotation control (13)
• Drilling fluid pump switch (14) • Drilling fluid pump switch (14)
• Dual speed carriage travel switch (15) • Dual speed carriage travel switch (15)
• Subsite 750 Display (16)* • Subsite 750 Display (16)*
• Drilling fluid flow gauge (17) • Drilling fluid flow gauge (17)
* Called out later in this chapter * Called out later in this chapter
RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE

Fluid Pressure Gauge Fluid Pressure Gauge
This gauge displays drilling fluid This gauge displays drilling fluid
system pressure. system pressure.
IMPORTANT: Monitor this gauge IMPORTANT: Monitor this gauge

and drilling fluid flow gauge carefully and drilling fluid flow gauge carefully
to see if values are rising or falling at to see if values are rising or falling at
the same time. If they are not, the same time. If they are not,
nozzle might be plugged. nozzle might be plugged.
Thrust Pressure Gauge Thrust Pressure Gauge
This gauge displays hydraulic fluid This gauge displays hydraulic fluid
pressure to thrust motor during pressure to thrust motor during
thrust and pullback. thrust and pullback.
Rotation Pressure Gauge Rotation Pressure Gauge
This gauge displays hydraulic fluid This gauge displays hydraulic fluid
pressure to rotation motor when pressure to rotation motor when
spindle is turned. spindle is turned.
Remote Start Switch Remote Start Switch
This button starts drilling unit engine This button starts drilling unit engine
from operator’s station. from operator’s station.
• Push button. • Push button.

• Release when engine starts. • Release when engine starts.
This button only works when key on This button only works when key on
setup console is on. setup console is on.
Remote Engine Stop Switch Remote Engine Stop Switch
This button stops drilling unit engine This button stops drilling unit engine
from operator’s station. from operator’s station.
• Press red button on operator’s • Press red button on operator’s

station to stop engine. station to stop engine.
Use ignition or remote start switch to Use ignition or remote start switch to
restart engine. restart engine.
Water Temperature Gauge Water Temperature Gauge
This gauge displays engine water This gauge displays engine water
temperature. temperature.
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
This gauge displays engine oil This gauge displays engine oil
pressure. pressure.
Fuel Gauge Fuel Gauge
This gauge indicates fuel level in This gauge indicates fuel level in
tank. Use only diesel fuel. Tank tank. Use only diesel fuel. Tank
holds 33 gal (125 L). holds 33 gal (125 L).
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Hydraulic Oil Temperature

Indicator Indicator
This indicator lights if hydraulic oil This indicator lights if hydraulic oil
overheats. overheats.
Hydraulic Oil Filter Service Hydraulic Oil Filter Service

Indicator Indicator
This indicator lights if hydraulic oil This indicator lights if hydraulic oil
pressure is too high. pressure is too high.
Seat Slide Control Seat Slide Control
This lever slides seat forward or backward. This lever slides seat forward or backward.
• Move lever left to slide forward or backward. • Move lever left to slide forward or backward.
• Move lever right to lock in place. • Move lever right to lock in place.
Thrust/rotation Control Thrust/rotation Control
This joystick controls thrust direction This joystick controls thrust direction
and rotation. and rotation.
Push or pull joystick to Push or pull joystick to

control thrust direction. control thrust direction.
• Push to move forward. • Push to move forward.
• Pull to move backward. • Pull to move backward.
Move joystick right or left to Move joystick right or left to
control rotation. control rotation.
• Move right to rotate counterclockwise (breakout). • Move right to rotate counterclockwise (breakout).
• Move left to rotate clockwise (makeup). • Move left to rotate clockwise (makeup).
For more information on this control function, see “Operate For more information on this control function, see “Operate
Thrust/rotation Control” in TRANSPORTATION. Thrust/rotation Control” in TRANSPORTATION.
Dual Speed Carriage Travel Dual Speed Carriage Travel

Control Control
This button increases carriage travel This button increases carriage travel
speed forward and backward. Use speed forward and backward. Use
during bore or pullback when no during bore or pullback when no
pipe is in spindle to save time. pipe is in spindle to save time.
• Push to increase carriage travel • Push to increase carriage travel

speed. speed.
• Release to return to normal • Release to return to normal
carriage travel speed. carriage travel speed.
Fluid Pump Switch Fluid Pump Switch
This switch controls fluid pump. This switch controls fluid pump.
• Press and hold top for full pump • Press and hold top for full pump
flow to fill pipe with fluid. Switch flow to fill pipe with fluid. Switch
will return to center when will return to center when
released. released.
• Move to center position to turn • Move to center position to turn
off. off.
• Press bottom to turn on. • Press bottom to turn on.
Drilling Fluid Flow Gauge Drilling Fluid Flow Gauge
This gauge displays approximate This gauge displays approximate

rate of drilling fluid flow at pump. rate of drilling fluid flow at pump.
IMPORTANT: Monitor this gauge IMPORTANT: Monitor this gauge

and fluid pressure gauge carefully to and fluid pressure gauge carefully to
see if values are rising or falling at see if values are rising or falling at
the same time. If they are not, the same time. If they are not,
nozzle might be plugged. nozzle might be plugged.
ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE OVERVIEW ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE OVERVIEW
ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE

OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
• Left rotation control (1) • Left rotation control (1)

• Left thrust control (2) • Left thrust control (2)
• Right rotation control (3) • Right rotation control (3)
• Right thrust control (4) • Right thrust control (4)
• Anchor slide locks (5) • Anchor slide locks (5)
ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE

Left Rotation Control Left Rotation Control
This lever controls rotation of left This lever controls rotation of left
anchor. anchor.
• Push to drive anchor. • Push to drive anchor.

• Pull to remove anchor. • Pull to remove anchor.
Left Thrust Control Left Thrust Control
This lever controls thrust of left This lever controls thrust of left
anchor. anchor.
• Push to move down. • Push to move down.

• Pull to move up. • Pull to move up.
Right Rotation Control Right Rotation Control
This lever controls rotation of right This lever controls rotation of right
anchor. anchor.
• Push to drive anchor. • Push to drive anchor.

• Pull to remove anchor. • Pull to remove anchor.
ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS ANCHORING SYSTEM CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Right Thrust Control Right Thrust Control
This lever controls thrust of right This lever controls thrust of right
anchor. anchor.
• Push to move down. • Push to move down.

• Pull to move up. • Pull to move up.
Anchor Slide Locks Anchor Slide Locks
These knobs lock and unlock These knobs lock and unlock
anchor driver into hole in center anchor driver into hole in center
of anchor frame. of anchor frame.
• Turn handle parallel to frame • Turn handle parallel to frame

to lock. to lock.
• Turn handle perpendicular to • Turn handle perpendicular to
frame to unlock. frame to unlock.
AUXILIARY CONSOLE OVERVIEW AUXILIARY CONSOLE OVERVIEW
AUXILIARY CONSOLE OVERVIEW AUXILIARY CONSOLE OVERVIEW
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• Auxiliary outlets (1) • Auxiliary outlets (1)

• Hydraulic oil sight glass (2) • Hydraulic oil sight glass (2)
• Battery disconnect switch (3) • Battery disconnect switch (3)
• Warning horn (4) • Warning horn (4)
AUXILIARY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS AUXILIARY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
AUXILIARY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS AUXILIARY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Auxiliary Outlets Auxiliary Outlets
Two auxiliary outlets can be used to provide power for cellular Two auxiliary outlets can be used to provide power for cellular
phones, work lights, or other devices. phones, work lights, or other devices.
Hydraulic Oil Sight Glass Hydraulic Oil Sight Glass
See LUBRICATION for information about this sight glass. See LUBRICATION for information about this sight glass.
Battery Disconnect Switch Battery Disconnect Switch

This switch disconnects battery This switch disconnects battery
when servicing, welding, and when servicing, welding, and
during long-term storage. during long-term storage.
• Move to right to connect. • Move to right to connect.

• Move to left to disconnect. • Move to left to disconnect.
Warning Horn Warning Horn
This horn sounds when hydraulic oil temperature is too high and This horn sounds when hydraulic oil temperature is too high and
when engine water temperature is too high. when engine water temperature is too high.
ESID OVERVIEW ESID OVERVIEW
ESID OVERVIEW ESID OVERVIEW
• Alphanumeric display (1) • Alphanumeric display (1)

• Strike indicator (2) • Strike indicator (2)
• Alarm interrupt button (3) • Alarm interrupt button (3)
• Voltage problem indicator (4) • Voltage problem indicator (4)
• Current problem indicator (5) • Current problem indicator (5)
• OK indicator (6) • OK indicator (6)
• Electrical power supply indicator (7) • Electrical power supply indicator (7)
• Self test button (8) • Self test button (8)
ESID DESCRIPTIONS ESID DESCRIPTIONS
Alphanumeric Display Alphanumeric Display
This area shows how much current and voltage is being detected This area shows how much current and voltage is being detected
as a percentage of strike condition. The line with the "V" shows as a percentage of strike condition. The line with the "V" shows
voltage reading and the line with the "A" shows current reading. voltage reading and the line with the "A" shows current reading.
This area also displays error codes (see "Troubleshoot Electric This area also displays error codes (see "Troubleshoot Electric
Strike System" in MAINTENANCE) and strike history information Strike System" in MAINTENANCE) and strike history information
(contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information). (contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information).
Strike Indicator Strike Indicator
Red lights come on as values in display increase. Light in triangle Red lights come on as values in display increase. Light in triangle
represents strike warning condition and will trigger alarm(s) and represents strike warning condition and will trigger alarm(s) and
strobe(s). Remember that system can go from one or two lights to strobe(s). Remember that system can go from one or two lights to
an electric strike very quickly. an electric strike very quickly.
See SAFETY for information about what to do in an electric See SAFETY for information about what to do in an electric
strike. strike.
Alarm Interrupt Button Alarm Interrupt Button
This button turns off alarm at drilling unit during a strike. This button turns off alarm at drilling unit during a strike.
Voltage Problem Indicator Voltage Problem Indicator
Red light indicates a voltage problem. See "Troubleshoot Electric Red light indicates a voltage problem. See "Troubleshoot Electric
Strike System" in MAINTENANCE. Strike System" in MAINTENANCE.
Current Problem Indicator Current Problem Indicator
Red light indicates a current problem. See "Troubleshoot Electric Red light indicates a current problem. See "Troubleshoot Electric
Strike System" in MAINTENANCE. Strike System" in MAINTENANCE.
OK Indicator OK Indicator
Green light means system self test detected no problems. Strike Green light means system self test detected no problems. Strike
system is ready to operate if electrical power supply indicator is system is ready to operate if electrical power supply indicator is
also on. also on.
Electrical Power Supply Indicator Electrical Power Supply Indicator
Green light means control box has sufficient electrical power for Green light means control box has sufficient electrical power for
operation. Strike system is ready to operate if OK indicator is also operation. Strike system is ready to operate if OK indicator is also
on. on.
Self Test Button Self Test Button
Press this button to start manual self test which checks all Press this button to start manual self test which checks all
systems and circuits except voltage limiter. systems and circuits except voltage limiter.
SUBSITE 750 DISPLAY OVERVIEW SUBSITE 750 DISPLAY OVERVIEW
SUBSITE 750 DISPLAY OVERVIEW SUBSITE 750 DISPLAY OVERVIEW
• Left/right indicator and percentage display (1) • Left/right indicator and percentage display (1)
• Pitch indicator and percentage display (2) • Pitch indicator and percentage display (2)
• Roll display (3) • Roll display (3)
• Target identifier (4) • Target identifier (4)
• Depth estimate (pipe number--TMS option) display (5) • Depth estimate (pipe number--TMS option) display (5)
• 750 Display battery status display (6) • 750 Display battery status display (6)
• Delete button (7) • Delete button (7)
• On/off button (8) • On/off button (8)
• Channel select button (9) • Channel select button (9)
• Roll stop button (10) • Roll stop button (10)
• Recall button (11) • Recall button (11)
• Store button (12) • Store button (12)
• Beacon battery status indicator (13) • Beacon battery status indicator (13)
• Beacon temperature indicator (14) • Beacon temperature indicator (14)
SUBSITE 750D DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS SUBSITE 750D DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS
Left/Right Indicator and Percentage Display Left/Right Indicator and Percentage Display
This arrow and number show compass beacon’s left or right This arrow and number show compass beacon’s left or right
deviation from initialized reading in percentage or in degrees. deviation from initialized reading in percentage or in degrees.
Pitch/Slope Indicator and Display Pitch/Slope Indicator and Display
This arrow and number show pitch beacon’s percent of grade. This arrow and number show pitch beacon’s percent of grade.
Roll Display Roll Display
This display shows beacon’s roll angle. This display shows beacon’s roll angle.
Target Identifier Target Identifier
These arrows indicate approximate beacon location. Only one set These arrows indicate approximate beacon location. Only one set
of arrows (fore/aft or left/right) is active at a time. of arrows (fore/aft or left/right) is active at a time.
Depth Estimate (Pipe Number--TMS Option) Display Depth Estimate (Pipe Number--TMS Option) Display
This display shows beacon depth estimate. It also shows pipe This display shows beacon depth estimate. It also shows pipe
number if using Trac Management System option. number if using Trac Management System option.
750 Display Battery Status Indicator 750 Display Battery Status Indicator
This indicator shows whether display is getting proper power from This indicator shows whether display is getting proper power from
drilling unit. If all five bars are not showing, check display power drilling unit. If all five bars are not showing, check display power
connections. connections.
Beacon Battery Status Indicator Beacon Battery Status Indicator
This indicator shows beacon’s battery status (see beacon’s This indicator shows beacon’s battery status (see beacon’s
instruction sheet). instruction sheet).
Beacon Temperature Indicator Beacon Temperature Indicator
This indicator shows beacon’s temperature (see beacon’s This indicator shows beacon’s temperature (see beacon’s
instruction sheet). instruction sheet).
Delete Button Delete Button
This button deletes last stored data This button deletes last stored data
when using Trac Management when using Trac Management
System option. System option.
• Press to issue command over • Press to issue command over

serial interface. serial interface.
• Previous pipe number will • Previous pipe number will
appear in numeric display when appear in numeric display when
data is deleted. data is deleted.
Second function: Press with Recall button to delete all jobs in Second function: Press with Recall button to delete all jobs in
internal logging memory. internal logging memory.
On/Off Button On/Off Button
This button turns display unit on or This button turns display unit on or
off. off.
• Press to turn on. • Press to turn on.

• Press again to turn off. • Press again to turn off.
Channel Select Button Channel Select Button
This button selects between two This button selects between two
radio channels. radio channels.
• Press and release to display • Press and release to display
current channel. current channel.
• Press and hold to switch • Press and hold to switch
channels. channels.
• Unit defaults to channel one • Unit defaults to channel one
each time unit is turned on. each time unit is turned on.
IMPORTANT: Make sure display and tracker are set to the same IMPORTANT: Make sure display and tracker are set to the same
channel. channel.
Second function: Press with Recall button to select job to open. Second function: Press with Recall button to select job to open.
“Init” and job number will be displayed. “Init” and job number will be displayed.
Roll Stop Button Roll Stop Button
This feature is not yet available. This feature is not yet available.
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Recall Button Recall Button
This button allows operator to view This button allows operator to view
last stored data when using Trac last stored data when using Trac
Management System option. Management System option.
• Press to issue command over • Press to issue command over

• Data about previous pipe • Data about previous pipe
number (except depth si1066a.eps number (except depth si1066a.eps
estimate) will appear in display. estimate) will appear in display.
Second function: Press with other buttons to access second Second function: Press with other buttons to access second
functions. functions.
Store Button Store Button
This button allows operator to store This button allows operator to store
currently displayed data. currently displayed data.
• Press to transmit data over the • Press to transmit data over the
• Pipe number will appear in • Pipe number will appear in
numeric display when data is numeric display when data is
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stored. stored.
Second function: Press with Recall button to download all jobs Second function: Press with Recall button to download all jobs
stored in internal logging memory. Connect display to PC running stored in internal logging memory. Connect display to PC running
Trac Management System software. Trac Management System software.
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SAFETY SAFETY
Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment: Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:
• Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before • Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before
using equipment. using equipment.
• Contact your local One-Call (811 in USA) or the One-Call • Contact your local One-Call (811 in USA) or the One-Call
referral number (888-258-0808 in USA and Canada) to have referral number (888-258-0808 in USA and Canada) to have
underground utilities located before digging. Also contact any underground utilities located before digging. Also contact any
utilities that do not participate in the One-Call service. utilities that do not participate in the One-Call service.
• Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools • Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools
and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for
jobsite. jobsite.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away. • Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.
• Wear personal protective equipment. • Wear personal protective equipment.
• Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures, • Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures,
and individual responsibilities with all personnel before work and individual responsibilities with all personnel before work
begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
• Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs. • Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.
• Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate • Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate
anything that does not look or feel right. anything that does not look or feel right.
• Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present. • Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.
• Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question • Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question
about operation, maintenance, or equipment use. about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.
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ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES
Fire Extinguisher Fire Extinguisher

If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power
unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire
extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric
fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements. fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.
Lighting Kit Lighting Kit

If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet. If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information.
UNDERGROUND HAZARDS UNDERGROUND HAZARDS
Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution,
fire, and exposure to hazardous materials. fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.
Hazards include: Hazards include:
• Electric lines • Electric lines

• Natural gas lines • Natural gas lines
• Fiber optic cables • Fiber optic cables
• Water lines • Water lines
• Sewer lines • Sewer lines
• Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases • Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases
• Storage tanks • Storage tanks
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures
and check that all safety precautions have been taken. and check that all safety precautions have been taken.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position
or push remote engine stop button. or push remote engine stop button.
Electric Strike Description Electric Strike Description

When working near electric cables, remember the following: When working near electric cables, remember the following:
• Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least • Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least
resistance. resistance.
• Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all • Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all
equipment. equipment.
• Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of • Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of
work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than
440 volts. 440 volts.
Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike
include: include:
• power outage • power outage

• smoke • smoke
• explosion • explosion
• popping noises • popping noises
• arcing electricity • arcing electricity
If any of these occur, or if strike alarm sounds or flashes, If any of these occur, or if strike alarm sounds or flashes,
assume an electric strike has occurred. assume an electric strike has occurred.
If an Electric Line is Damaged If an Electric Line is Damaged

If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on
tractor, DO NOT MOVE. Remain on tractor and take the tractor, DO NOT MOVE. Remain on tractor and take the
following actions. The order and degree of action will depend following actions. The order and degree of action will depend
upon the situation. upon the situation.
• Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. • Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.
Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility. Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility.
• Raise attachments and drive from immediate area. • Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.
• Contact utility company to shut off power. • Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given • Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given
permission by utility company. permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off
tractor, DO NOT TOUCH TRACTOR. Take the following actions. tractor, DO NOT TOUCH TRACTOR. Take the following actions.
The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation. The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.
• LEAVE AREA. • LEAVE AREA.

• Contact utility company to shut off power. • Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given • Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given
permission by utility company. permission by utility company.
If an Electric Line is Damaged If an Electric Line is Damaged
On Drilling Unit or Bonded Ground Mats On Drilling Unit or Bonded Ground Mats
1. DO NOT MOVE. Remain on drilling machine or mats. 1. DO NOT MOVE. Remain on drilling machine or mats.
2. Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. 2. Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.
3. Have someone contact electric company. 3. Have someone contact electric company.
4. Reverse drilling direction and try to break contact. Do not 4. Reverse drilling direction and try to break contact. Do not
touch drill pipe with hands or hand-held tools. touch drill pipe with hands or hand-held tools.
5. Press Electric Strike System status button. 5. Press Electric Strike System status button.
• If alarm sounds again, stay where you are and wait for • If alarm sounds again, stay where you are and wait for
electric company to shut off power. electric company to shut off power.
• If alarm does not sound and there is no other indication • If alarm does not sound and there is no other indication
of a strike, wait at least one full minute before moving of a strike, wait at least one full minute before moving
away from equipment. Utility might use automatic away from equipment. Utility might use automatic
reclosers which will restart current flow. If alarm sounds reclosers which will restart current flow. If alarm sounds
again while waiting, stay where you are until electric again while waiting, stay where you are until electric
company shuts off power. company shuts off power.
• If alarm does not sound but all lights in strike indicator • If alarm does not sound but all lights in strike indicator
are on, assume strike is continuing and stay where you are on, assume strike is continuing and stay where you
are until electric company shuts off power. are until electric company shuts off power.
6. Do not resume drilling or allow anyone into area until given 6. Do not resume drilling or allow anyone into area until given
permission by electric company. permission by electric company.
Off Drilling Unit or Bonded Ground Mats Off Drilling Unit or Bonded Ground Mats
1. DO NOT TOUCH ANY EQUIPMENT connected to drilling 1. DO NOT TOUCH ANY EQUIPMENT connected to drilling
unit. unit.
2. Stay where you are unless you are wearing electric insulating 2. Stay where you are unless you are wearing electric insulating
boots. If you leave, do not return to area or allow anyone into boots. If you leave, do not return to area or allow anyone into
area until given permission by electric company. area until given permission by electric company.
If a Gas Line is Damaged If a Gas Line is Damaged

If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following
actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the
situation. situation.
• Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and • Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and
quickly. quickly.
• Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and • Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and
quickly. quickly.
• Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should • Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should
leave the area. leave the area.
• Leave jobsite as quickly as possible. • Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.
• Immediately call your local emergency phone number and • Immediately call your local emergency phone number and
utility company. utility company.
• If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite. • If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.
• Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency • Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency
personnel and utility company. personnel and utility company.
If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged

Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable. Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.
Vision damage can occur. Vision damage can occur.
If Machine Catches on Fire If Machine Catches on Fire

Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the
following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on
the situation. the situation.
• Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to • Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to
disconnect position. disconnect position.
• If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to • If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to
extinguish fire. extinguish fire.
• If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as • If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as
possible and contact emergency personnel. possible and contact emergency personnel.
JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION
Inspecting Jobsite Inspecting Jobsite

• Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating • Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating
and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar
regulations. regulations.
• Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies • Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies
which do not subscribe to One-Call. which do not subscribe to One-Call.
• Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground • Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground
hazards, such as: hazards, such as:
– “Buried utility” notices – “Buried utility” notices
– Utility facilities without overhead lines – Utility facilities without overhead lines
– Gas or water meters – Gas or water meters
– Junction boxes – Junction boxes
– Drop boxes – Drop boxes
– Light poles – Light poles
– Manhole covers – Manhole covers
– Sunken ground – Sunken ground
• Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep • Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep
area within 20’ (6 m) to each side oftrench bore path. Verify area within 20’ (6 m) to each side oftrench bore path. Verify
previously marked line and cable locations. previously marked line and cable locations.
• Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions. • Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions.
• Classify jobsite. • Classify jobsite.
Selecting a Classification Selecting a Classification

Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards
present. present.
If working . . . then classify jobsite as . . . If working . . . then classify jobsite as . . .

within 10’ (3 m) of a buried electric within 10’ (3 m) of a buried electric
electric line electric line
within 10’ (3 m) of a natural natural gas within 10’ (3 m) of a natural natural gas
gas line gas line
in sand, granite, or concrete crystalline silica (quartz) dust in sand, granite, or concrete crystalline silica (quartz) dust
which is capable of producing which is capable of producing
crystalline silica (quartz) dust crystalline silica (quartz) dust
within 10’ (3 m) of any other other within 10’ (3 m) of any other other
hazard hazard
NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if
jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined
previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working. previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.
Applying Precautions Applying Precautions

Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be
taken. taken.
Electric Jobsite Precautions Electric Jobsite Precautions
In addition to using a directional drilling system with an electric In addition to using a directional drilling system with an electric
strike system, uUse one or both of these methods. strike system, uUse one or both of these methods.
• Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation. Use • Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation. Use
beacon to track bore path. beacon to track bore path.
• Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have • Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have
electric company test lines before returning them to service. electric company test lines before returning them to service.
Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions
In addition to using a directional drilling system and positioning In addition to using a directional drilling system and positioning
equipment upwind from gas lines, use one or both of these equipment upwind from gas lines, use one or both of these
methods. methods.
• Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation. Use • Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation. Use
beacon to track bore path. beacon to track bore path.
• Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas • Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas
company test lines before returning them to service. company test lines before returning them to service.
Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions
Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica
when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might
produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz). produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz).
Other Jobsite Precautions Other Jobsite Precautions
You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other
underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about
hazards present at each site to determine which precautions hazards present at each site to determine which precautions
should be taken or if job should be attempted. should be taken or if job should be attempted.
SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS
SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS
These classifications and the icons defined on the following These classifications and the icons defined on the following
pages work together to alert you to situations which could be pages work together to alert you to situations which could be
harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you
see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, see these words and icons in the book or on the machine,
carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT
STAKE. STAKE.
Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION. Learn what each level means. CAUTION. Learn what each level means.
indicates an imminently hazardous situation indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT. Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT.
NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage
the machine or someone's property. It can also alert you against the machine or someone's property. It can also alert you against
unsafe practices. unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job
easier in some way. easier in some way.
SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS
Turning shaft will kill you or crush Turning shaft will kill you or crush
arm or leg. Stay away. arm or leg. Stay away.
Electric shock. Contacting electric Electric shock. Contacting electric

lines will cause death or serious injury. Know lines will cause death or serious injury. Know
location of lines and stay away. location of lines and stay away.
Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or

presence of gas will cause sickness or death. presence of gas will cause sickness or death.
Provide ventilation. Provide ventilation.
Moving tools will kill or injure. Shut Moving tools will kill or injure. Shut
off drill string power when anyone can be struck by off drill string power when anyone can be struck by
thrown or moving tools. Never use pipe wrenches thrown or moving tools. Never use pipe wrenches
on drill string. on drill string.
Jobsite hazards Jobsite hazards

could cause death or serious injury. could cause death or serious injury.
Use correct equipment and work Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper methods. Use and maintain proper
safety equipment. safety equipment.
Crushing weight Crushing weight

Use proper procedures and Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away. equipment or stay away.
Moving parts Moving parts

could cut off hand or foot. Stay could cut off hand or foot. Stay
away. away.
Fall possible. Riders can fall from machine and be injured or Fall possible. Riders can fall from machine and be injured or
killed. Only operator is allowed on machine. killed. Only operator is allowed on machine.
Explosion possible. Serious injury Explosion possible. Serious injury

or equipment damage could occur. Follow or equipment damage could occur. Follow
directions carefully. directions carefully.
Incorrect procedures could result Incorrect procedures could result

in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly. equipment correctly.
Looking into fiber optic cable could Looking into fiber optic cable could
result in permanent vision damage. Do not look result in permanent vision damage. Do not look
into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable. into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.
Pressurized fluid Pressurized fluid

or air could pierce skin and cause or air could pierce skin and cause
injury or death. Stay away. injury or death. Stay away.
Fire or explosion possible. Fumes Fire or explosion possible. Fumes

could ignite and cause burns. No smoking, no could ignite and cause burns. No smoking, no
flame, no spark. flame, no spark.
Moving traffic - hazardous Moving traffic - hazardous

situation. Death or serious injury could result. situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing,
post appropriate warning signs. post appropriate warning signs.
Hot pressurized cooling system Hot pressurized cooling system

fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool
before servicing. before servicing.
Improper control function could Improper control function could

cause death or serious injury. If control does not cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced. and have it serviced.
Flying objects may cause injury. Flying objects may cause injury.
Wear hard hat and safety glasses. Wear hard hat and safety glasses.
Hot parts may cause burns. Do not Hot parts may cause burns. Do not
touch until cool. touch until cool.
Exposure to high noise levels may Exposure to high noise levels may
cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection. cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.
Fall possible. Slips or trips may Fall possible. Slips or trips may
result in injury. Keep area clean. result in injury. Keep area clean.
Battery acid may cause burns. Battery acid may cause burns.
Avoid contact. Avoid contact.
Improper handling or use of Improper handling or use of

chemicals may result in illness, injury, or chemicals may result in illness, injury, or
equipment damage. Follow instructions on labels equipment damage. Follow instructions on labels
and in material safety data sheets (MSDS). and in material safety data sheets (MSDS).
JT1720 - PREPARATION 61 JT1720 - PREPARATION 61
GATHER INFORMATION GATHER INFORMATION
PREPARATION PREPARATION
GATHER INFORMATION GATHER INFORMATION
A successful job begins before the bore. The first step in planning A successful job begins before the bore. The first step in planning
is reviewing information already available about the job and is reviewing information already available about the job and
jobsite. jobsite.
Job Plan Job Plan

Review blueprints or other plans and make sure you have taken Review blueprints or other plans and make sure you have taken
into account bore enlargement during backreaming and pullback. into account bore enlargement during backreaming and pullback.
Check for information about existing or planned structures, Check for information about existing or planned structures,
elevations, or proposed work that may be taking place at the elevations, or proposed work that may be taking place at the
same time. same time.
One-Call Services One-Call Services

Call area One-Call (888-258-0808) or similar services and have Call area One-Call (888-258-0808) or similar services and have
existing lines located and marked. Call any utilities in your area existing lines located and marked. Call any utilities in your area
that do not subscribe to One-Call. that do not subscribe to One-Call.
Pullback Material Pullback Material

Ask for a sample of the material you will be pulling back. Check Ask for a sample of the material you will be pulling back. Check
its weight and stiffness. Contact the manufacturer for bend radius its weight and stiffness. Contact the manufacturer for bend radius
information. Check that you have appropriate pullback devices. information. Check that you have appropriate pullback devices.
Traffic Control Traffic Control

If working near a road or other traffic area, contact local If working near a road or other traffic area, contact local
authorities about safety procedures and regulations. authorities about safety procedures and regulations.
Emergency Services Emergency Services

Have the telephone numbers for local emergency and medical Have the telephone numbers for local emergency and medical
facilities on hand. Check that you will have access to a telephone. facilities on hand. Check that you will have access to a telephone.
62 JT1720 - PREPARATION 62 JT1720 - PREPARATION
INSPECT SITE INSPECT SITE
Inspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the Inspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the
following: following:
• Overall grade or slope • Overall grade or slope

• Changes in elevation such as hills or open trenches • Changes in elevation such as hills or open trenches
• Obstacles such as buildings, railroad crossings, or streams • Obstacles such as buildings, railroad crossings, or streams
• Signs of utilities (See SAFETY) • Signs of utilities (See SAFETY)
• Traffic • Traffic
• Access • Access
• Soil type and condition • Soil type and condition
• Water supply • Water supply
• Sources of locator interference (rebar, railroad tracks, etc.) • Sources of locator interference (rebar, railroad tracks, etc.)
Take soil samples from several locations along bore path to Take soil samples from several locations along bore path to
determine best bit and backreamer combinations. determine best bit and backreamer combinations.
Identify Hazards Identify Hazards

Identify safety hazards and classify jobsite. See SAFETY. Identify safety hazards and classify jobsite. See SAFETY.

NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat, • Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat,
safety eye wear, and hearing protection. safety eye wear, and hearing protection.
• Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing. • Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
• Notify One-Call and companies which do not subscribe to • Notify One-Call and companies which do not subscribe to
One-Call. One-Call.
• Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or • Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or
drilling. drilling.
• Verify location of previously marked underground hazards. • Verify location of previously marked underground hazards.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away. • Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.
Remember, jobsite is classified by hazards in place–not by Remember, jobsite is classified by hazards in place–not by
line being installed. line being installed.
Select Start and End Points Select Start and End Points
Select one end to use as a starting point. Consider the following Select one end to use as a starting point. Consider the following
when selecting a starting point: when selecting a starting point:
• Slope • Slope
Fluid system should be parked on a level site. Consider how Fluid system should be parked on a level site. Consider how
slope will affect drilling unit set-up, bending pipe, and fluid slope will affect drilling unit set-up, bending pipe, and fluid
flow out of hole. flow out of hole.
• Traffic • Traffic
Vehicle and pedestrian traffic must be a safe distance from Vehicle and pedestrian traffic must be a safe distance from
drilling equipment. Allow at least 10 ft (3 m) buffer zone drilling equipment. Allow at least 10 ft (3 m) buffer zone
around equipment. around equipment.
• Space • Space
Check that starting and ending points allow enough space for Check that starting and ending points allow enough space for
gradual pipe bending. See "Minimum Setback" in this gradual pipe bending. See "Minimum Setback" in this
chapter. chapter.
Check that there is enough space to work and to set up Check that there is enough space to work and to set up
Electric Strike System. Electric Strike System.
• Comfort • Comfort
Consider shade, wind, fumes, and other site features. Consider shade, wind, fumes, and other site features.
Drill downhill when possible so fluid will flow away from Drill downhill when possible so fluid will flow away from
drilling unit. drilling unit.
PLAN BORE PATH PLAN BORE PATH
The bore path, from entry to end, must be planned before drilling The bore path, from entry to end, must be planned before drilling
begins. Bore path can be marked on ground with spray paint or begins. Bore path can be marked on ground with spray paint or
flags, or it can be written on paper for operator reference. flags, or it can be written on paper for operator reference.
For complicated bores, consult an engineer. Have jobsite For complicated bores, consult an engineer. Have jobsite
surveyed and bore path calculated. Be sure engineer knows surveyed and bore path calculated. Be sure engineer knows
minimum entry pitch, bend limits of drill pipe and pullback minimum entry pitch, bend limits of drill pipe and pullback
material, pipe lengths, and location of all underground utilities. material, pipe lengths, and location of all underground utilities.
For less complicated paths, bore will be limited by four For less complicated paths, bore will be limited by four
measurements: recommended bend limits, entry pitch, minimum measurements: recommended bend limits, entry pitch, minimum
setback, and minimum depth. Recommended bend limits must be setback, and minimum depth. Recommended bend limits must be
considered during any bend, not just during bore entry. considered during any bend, not just during bore entry.
Recommended Bend Limit Recommended Bend Limit

Though Ditch Witch pipes are designed to bend, bending beyond Though Ditch Witch pipes are designed to bend, bending beyond
recommended limits will cause damage that might not be seen. recommended limits will cause damage that might not be seen.
This damage adds up and can lead to sudden pipe failure. This damage adds up and can lead to sudden pipe failure.
JT1720 drill pipes have a tested bend radius of 130 ft (39.6 m), JT1720 drill pipes have a tested bend radius of 130 ft (39.6 m),
meaning a 90 degree bend, whether during entry and exit or meaning a 90 degree bend, whether during entry and exit or
when turning, requires 130 ft (39.6 m) of forward distance and when turning, requires 130 ft (39.6 m) of forward distance and
approximately 204 ft (62 m) of pipe. approximately 204 ft (62 m) of pipe.
Use APPENDIX, sections A and B, to keep bends within safe Use APPENDIX, sections A and B, to keep bends within safe
limits and make sure pitch changes no more than 8% per pipe. limits and make sure pitch changes no more than 8% per pipe.
NOTICE: Bending pipe more sharply than recommended will NOTICE: Bending pipe more sharply than recommended will
damage pipe and cause failure over time. damage pipe and cause failure over time.
Entry Pitch Entry Pitch

Entry pitch is drilling unit slope compared to level ground. Entry pitch is drilling unit slope compared to level ground.
Entry pitch can be determined two ways: Entry pitch can be determined two ways:
1. Lay pitch beacon on ground and read pitch. Lay pitch beacon 1. Lay pitch beacon on ground and read pitch. Lay pitch beacon
on drilling unit and read pitch. Subtract ground pitch from on drilling unit and read pitch. Subtract ground pitch from
drilling unit pitch. drilling unit pitch.
2. Measure from ground to front 2. Measure from ground to front
end of frame (A). Measure from end of frame (A). Measure from
ground to back end of frame (B). ground to back end of frame (B).
Subtract front measurement from Subtract front measurement from
back measurement to get rise. back measurement to get rise.
Measure distance between front Measure distance between front
and back points to get run (C). and back points to get run (C).
Divide rise by run and multiply by Divide rise by run and multiply by
100 to get pitch. om1524.tif 100 to get pitch. om1524.tif
 B – A  B – A
x 100 x 100
C C
A shallow entry pitch allows you to reach horizontal sooner and A shallow entry pitch allows you to reach horizontal sooner and
with less bending. Increasing entry pitch makes bore path longer with less bending. Increasing entry pitch makes bore path longer
and deeper. and deeper.
om1521.pcx om1521.pcx
Minimum Setback Minimum Setback

Setback is the distance from entry to horizontal. If setback is too Setback is the distance from entry to horizontal. If setback is too
small, bend limits are exceeded and pipe can be damaged. small, bend limits are exceeded and pipe can be damaged.
To determine the minimum setback for your required depth, use To determine the minimum setback for your required depth, use
chart in APPENDIX, section B. Find entry pitch you will be using, chart in APPENDIX, section B. Find entry pitch you will be using,
then minimum setback. then minimum setback.
A. Proper setback B. Setback too small A. Proper setback B. Setback too small
Minimum Depth Minimum Depth

Because pipe must be bent gradually, entry pitch and bend limits Because pipe must be bent gradually, entry pitch and bend limits
determine how deep the pipe will be when it reaches horizontal. determine how deep the pipe will be when it reaches horizontal.
Use the chart in APPENDIX, section B, to determine minimum Use the chart in APPENDIX, section B, to determine minimum
depth for your job. depth for your job.
To reduce depth, reduce entry pitch. To increase depth, increase To reduce depth, reduce entry pitch. To increase depth, increase
entry pitch and setback. entry pitch and setback.
To find setback and entry pitch that will take you to desired depth, To find setback and entry pitch that will take you to desired depth,
locate depth on chart in APPENDIX, section B. Then find locate depth on chart in APPENDIX, section B. Then find
corresponding setback and entry pitch. corresponding setback and entry pitch.
CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE EQUIPMENT CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE EQUIPMENT
CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE

EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT
Check Supplies: Check Supplies:

• Receiver/transmitter or tracker with two sets charged • Receiver/transmitter or tracker with two sets charged
batteries batteries
• Beacons with new and spare batteries • Beacons with new and spare batteries
• Two way radios with new and spare batteries • Two way radios with new and spare batteries
• Wrenches • Wrenches
• Anchoring equipment and accessories • Anchoring equipment and accessories
• Bolts and wrenches • Bolts and wrenches
• Bits, screens, nozzles • Bits, screens, nozzles
• Adapters, pipe, beacon housings • Adapters, pipe, beacon housings
• Marking flags or paint • Marking flags or paint
• Water and additional hoses • Water and additional hoses
• Fuel • Fuel
• Bentonite, polymer, water conditioner, and other additives • Bentonite, polymer, water conditioner, and other additives
• Fuses • Fuses
• Keys • Keys
• Backreamers, swivels, pulling devices • Backreamers, swivels, pulling devices
• Wash down hose and spray gun • Wash down hose and spray gun
• Duct tape • Duct tape
• Spray lubricant • Spray lubricant
• Joint compound and brush • Joint compound and brush
• Electrically insulating boots and gloves • Electrically insulating boots and gloves
• Notepad and pencil • Notepad and pencil
CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE EQUIPMENT CHECK SUPPLIES AND PREPARE EQUIPMENT
Prepare Equipment Prepare Equipment
Check levels: Check levels:
• Fuel • Fuel
• Hydraulic fluid • Hydraulic fluid
• Engine coolant • Engine coolant
• Battery charge • Battery charge
• Engine oil • Engine oil
Check condition and function: Check condition and function:
• Drive chains • Drive chains

• Filters (air, oil, hydraulic) • Filters (air, oil, hydraulic)
• Fluid pump • Fluid pump
• Couplers • Couplers
• Tires and tracks • Tires and tracks
• Relief valve • Relief valve
• Centrifugal pump • Centrifugal pump
• Mud mixer • Mud mixer
• Hoses and valves • Hoses and valves
• Water tanks • Water tanks
PREPARE JOBSITE PREPARE JOBSITE

NOTICES: NOTICES:
• If jobsite classification is in question or if the possibility of • If jobsite classification is in question or if the possibility of
unmarked electric utilities exists, classify jobsite as electric. unmarked electric utilities exists, classify jobsite as electric.
• Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution. Expose • Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution. Expose
lines by hand before digging. lines by hand before digging.
Mark Bore Path Mark Bore Path

Mark your planned bore path and all located utility lines with flags Mark your planned bore path and all located utility lines with flags
or paint. or paint.
Entry Point Entry Point

For bore to be successful, first For bore to be successful, first
pipe must be straight. pipe must be straight.
To prevent bending or straining To prevent bending or straining

pipe, position drilling unit for pipe, position drilling unit for
straight entry. straight entry.
Dig a small starting hole so first Dig a small starting hole so first
length is drilled into a vertical length is drilled into a vertical
surface to help ensure first pipe is surface to help ensure first pipe is
not bent. not bent.
RECORD BORE PATH RECORD BORE PATH
RECORD BORE PATH RECORD BORE PATH
As job is completed, record actual bore path. List pitch and depth As job is completed, record actual bore path. List pitch and depth
of each joint and a brief description of procedure. In addition, of each joint and a brief description of procedure. In addition,
draw a simple sketch of the site and record depth and rough draw a simple sketch of the site and record depth and rough
location of pullback. location of pullback.
The Subsite Trac Management System is also available for The Subsite Trac Management System is also available for
plotting and tracking your bore path. It utilizes the Subsite plotting and tracking your bore path. It utilizes the Subsite
66TKRW tracker, 90D remote display, a tracking beacon, and 66TKRW tracker, 90D remote display, a tracking beacon, and
special software. The system can be run in the field using a special software. The system can be run in the field using a
laptop computer equipped with the Windows® 95 operating laptop computer equipped with the Windows® 95 operating
system. See your Ditch Witch dealer for details. system. See your Ditch Witch dealer for details.
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LIFT LIFT
TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION
LIFT LIFT
This machine is not configured for lifting. If the machine must be This machine is not configured for lifting. If the machine must be
lifted, load machine into a container or onto a platform lifted, load machine into a container or onto a platform
appropriate for lifting. For weight of machine, see specifications in appropriate for lifting. For weight of machine, see specifications in
this manual. this manual.
Pipe Box Pipe Box
Use crane capable of supporting the equipment's size and Use crane capable of supporting the equipment's size and
weight. See SPECIFICATIONS or measure and weigh equipment weight. See SPECIFICATIONS or measure and weigh equipment
before lifting. before lifting.
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TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Points Points
Tiedown points are identified by Tiedown points are identified by
tiedown decals. Securing to trailer at tiedown decals. Securing to trailer at
other points is unsafe and can other points is unsafe and can
damage machinery. damage machinery.
Procedure Procedure
Loop tiedowns around unit at tiedown points. Make sure tiedowns Loop tiedowns around unit at tiedown points. Make sure tiedowns
are tight before transporting. are tight before transporting.
OPERATE TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER OPERATE TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER
OPERATE TETHERED GROUND DRIVE OPERATE TETHERED GROUND DRIVE

CONTROLLER CONTROLLER
The track control has eight positions. The chart below The track control has eight positions. The chart below
summarizes movement that occurs when control is put at a summarizes movement that occurs when control is put at a
combined position. combined position.
Drives drilling unit forward and to the left. Drives drilling unit forward and to the left.
Drives drilling unit forward and to the right. Drives drilling unit forward and to the right.
Drives drilling unit backward and to the right. Drives drilling unit backward and to the right.
Drives drilling unit backward and to the left. Drives drilling unit backward and to the left.
HAUL HAUL
HAUL HAUL
Crushing weight. If load falls or Crushing weight. If load falls or

moves it could kill or crush you. Use proper moves it could kill or crush you. Use proper
procedures and equipment or stay away. procedures and equipment or stay away.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Load and unload trailer on level ground. • Load and unload trailer on level ground.
• Incorrect loading can cause trailer swaying. • Incorrect loading can cause trailer swaying.
• Attach trailer to vehicle before loading or unloading. • Attach trailer to vehicle before loading or unloading.
Loading onto Trailer Loading onto Trailer

1. Fasten trailer to truck. 1. Fasten trailer to truck.
2. Check that trailer tire pressure is at recommended level. 2. Check that trailer tire pressure is at recommended level.
3. Move drilling unit to rear of trailer and align with ramps or 3. Move drilling unit to rear of trailer and align with ramps or
center of trailer bed. center of trailer bed.
4. Using load/unload mode on tethered controller, slowly drive 4. Using load/unload mode on tethered controller, slowly drive
unit onto trailer. unit onto trailer.
5. Lower stabilizers to trailer floor. 5. Lower stabilizers to trailer floor.
6. Stop engine when unit is safely positioned on trailer bed. 6. Stop engine when unit is safely positioned on trailer bed.
7. Attach tiedowns to drilling unit where tiedown decals are 7. Attach tiedowns to drilling unit where tiedown decals are
located. located.
HAUL HAUL
Unloading from Trailer Unloading from Trailer

1. Lower trailer or ramps. 1. Lower trailer or ramps.
2. Start engine. 2. Start engine.
3. Remove tiedowns. 3. Remove tiedowns.
4. Raise stabilizers. 4. Raise stabilizers.
5. Using load/unload mode on tethered controller, slowly back 5. Using load/unload mode on tethered controller, slowly back
unit down trailer or ramps. unit down trailer or ramps.
TOW TOW
TOW TOW
Under normal conditions, drilling unit should not be towed. If unit Under normal conditions, drilling unit should not be towed. If unit
breaks down and towing is necessary: breaks down and towing is necessary:
• Tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 kph). • Tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 kph).
• Attach chains to all available tiedown points facing • Attach chains to all available tiedown points facing
towing vehicle. towing vehicle.
• Use maximum towing force of 1.5 times unit weight, • Use maximum towing force of 1.5 times unit weight,
disengage hydraulic power to tracks. disengage hydraulic power to tracks.
IMPORTANT: When hydraulics are disengaged, unit has no IMPORTANT: When hydraulics are disengaged, unit has no
brakes. brakes.
To disengage track hydraulics: To disengage track hydraulics:
1. Loosen locknut (B). 1. Loosen locknut (B).

2. Turn screw (A) on each counterbalance valve clockwise until 2. Turn screw (A) on each counterbalance valve clockwise until
it stops. Be sure to count number of turns. it stops. Be sure to count number of turns.
3. Repeat on other track. 3. Repeat on other track.
To engage track hydraulics: To engage track hydraulics:
1. Turn screw (A) on counterbalance exactly same number of 1. Turn screw (A) on counterbalance exactly same number of
turns counterclockwise. turns counterclockwise.
2. Tighten locknut (B). 2. Tighten locknut (B).
3. Repeat on other track. 3. Repeat on other track.
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UNLOAD UNLOAD
SETUP SETUP
UNLOAD UNLOAD
1. Drive drilling unit off trailer, following directions in 1. Drive drilling unit off trailer, following directions in
TRANSPORTATION. TRANSPORTATION.
2. Review bore plan and select drilling unit position and remote 2. Review bore plan and select drilling unit position and remote
fluid unit position, if used. fluid unit position, if used.
Position Drilling Unit and Frame Position Drilling Unit and Frame
1. Start engine and move drilling unit to appropriate distance 1. Start engine and move drilling unit to appropriate distance
from start of bore. from start of bore.
2. Tilt frame as needed to reach desired entry pitch. 2. Tilt frame as needed to reach desired entry pitch.
3. Lower stabilizers until stabilizers begin to put pressure on 3. Lower stabilizers until stabilizers begin to put pressure on
ground. ground.
4. Continue lowering to increase entry pitch. 4. Continue lowering to increase entry pitch.
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ASSEMBLE ELECTRIC STRIKE SYSTEM ASSEMBLE ELECTRIC STRIKE SYSTEM
Anytime drilling unit is used in an electric jobsite, electric strike Anytime drilling unit is used in an electric jobsite, electric strike
system must be properly set up, tested, and used. In addition to system must be properly set up, tested, and used. In addition to
control box, strike system includes bonding cables, barriers and control box, strike system includes bonding cables, barriers and
protective boots and gloves meeting the following standards: protective boots and gloves meeting the following standards:
• Wear high-top boots with legs of pants tucked completely • Wear high-top boots with legs of pants tucked completely
inside. Boots must meet the electric hazard protection inside. Boots must meet the electric hazard protection
requirements of ANSI Z-41, 1991, when tested at 14,000 requirements of ANSI Z-41, 1991, when tested at 14,000
volts. volts.
• Gloves must have 17,000 AC maximum use voltage, • Gloves must have 17,000 AC maximum use voltage,
according to ASTM specification D120-87. according to ASTM specification D120-87.
If working around higher voltage, use gloves and boots with If working around higher voltage, use gloves and boots with
appropriately higher ratings. appropriately higher ratings.
NOTICE: The strike system does not prevent electric strikes or NOTICE: The strike system does not prevent electric strikes or
detect strikes before they occur. If alarms are activated, a strike detect strikes before they occur. If alarms are activated, a strike
has already occurred and equipment is electrified. has already occurred and equipment is electrified.
Read and follow directions in SAFETY. Review safety procedures Read and follow directions in SAFETY. Review safety procedures
before each job. before each job.
FCC Statement FCC Statement

The Electric Strike System has been tested and found to comply with the limits for The Electric Strike System has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, can cause harmful interference to radio accordance with the instructions, can cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area could cause communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area could cause
harmful interference which the user will be required to correct at his own expense. harmful interference which the user will be required to correct at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by The Charles Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by The Charles
Machine Works, Inc. may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Machine Works, Inc. may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Assemble Bonding Assemble Bonding

Equipment Equipment
1. Drive voltage stake into ground 1. Drive voltage stake into ground
at least 6 ft (2 m) away from any at least 6 ft (2 m) away from any
part of system. part of system.
2. Clip voltage limiter to voltage 2. Clip voltage limiter to voltage
stake. stake.
Test Control Box Test Control Box

If system fails any part of this test, see "Troubleshoot Strike If system fails any part of this test, see "Troubleshoot Strike
System" in MAINTENANCE. Do not drill until test is completed System" in MAINTENANCE. Do not drill until test is completed
successfully. successfully.
1. Turn on drilling unit. 1. Turn on drilling unit.

2. Control box will perform internal tests which check everything 2. Control box will perform internal tests which check everything
but horns and strobes. but horns and strobes.
3. If green OK indicator and electrical power supply indicator 3. If green OK indicator and electrical power supply indicator
lights remain on, press self test button to perform total test of lights remain on, press self test button to perform total test of
strike system. During this test: strike system. During this test:
• all lights should glow • all lights should glow
• alphanumeric readout should display numbers • alphanumeric readout should display numbers
• horns and strobes on both units should sound • horns and strobes on both units should sound
4. If this test is successful, OK indicator and electrical power 4. If this test is successful, OK indicator and electrical power
supply indicator lights will remain on. supply indicator lights will remain on.
ANCHOR ANCHOR
ANCHOR ANCHOR
Crushing weight. If Crushing weight. If

load falls or moves, it could kill or load falls or moves, it could kill or
crush you. Use proper procedures crush you. Use proper procedures
and equipment or stay away. and equipment or stay away.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Drive anchors properly before drilling. • Drive anchors properly before drilling.
• If you are not driving two anchors to full depth, drive optional • If you are not driving two anchors to full depth, drive optional
ground rod into soil away from drilling unit. ground rod into soil away from drilling unit.
1. Extend cylinder to raise anchor driver to top of anchor frame. 1. Extend cylinder to raise anchor driver to top of anchor frame.
2. Bolt collar at appropriate hole in anchor shaft for desired 2. Bolt collar at appropriate hole in anchor shaft for desired
depth setting. depth setting.
3. Rotate anchor while fully retracting cylinder to lower anchor 3. Rotate anchor while fully retracting cylinder to lower anchor
into ground. into ground.
4. Disengage anchor slide lock. 4. Disengage anchor slide lock.
5. Fully extend cylinder to place anchor driver at bottom of 5. Fully extend cylinder to place anchor driver at bottom of
anchor frame. anchor frame.
6. Engage anchor slide lock. 6. Engage anchor slide lock.
7. Rotate anchor while retracting cylinder until collar rests firmly 7. Rotate anchor while retracting cylinder until collar rests firmly
on centering cap. on centering cap.
8. Repeat process for other anchor. 8. Repeat process for other anchor.
ASSEMBLE DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLE DRILL HEAD
ASSEMBLE DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLE DRILL HEAD
1. Select nozzles and bit. A variety of nozzles and bits are 1. Select nozzles and bit. A variety of nozzles and bits are
available to suit your particular job conditions. See available to suit your particular job conditions. See
APPENDIX, section D, for information about nozzles. APPENDIX, section D, for information about nozzles.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more information.
2. Insert nozzle (2) into beacon 2. Insert nozzle (2) into beacon
housing (1). housing (1).
3. Attach bit (3) to beacon 3. Attach bit (3) to beacon
housing. housing.
4. Install beacon, following 4. Install beacon, following
beacon manufacturer's beacon manufacturer's
instructions for: instructions for:
• Battery replacement • Battery replacement
• Beacon positioning • Beacon positioning
5. Follow beacon manufacturer’s 5. Follow beacon manufacturer’s
instructions to check beacon operation. instructions to check beacon operation.
Scribe Line Technique Scribe Line Technique
Both EZ-Connect options use scribe line technique to achieve Both EZ-Connect options use scribe line technique to achieve
proper torque. To use this technique: proper torque. To use this technique:
1. Remove all slack from wrench 1. Remove all slack from wrench
and joint. and joint.
2. Scribe straight line across joint A 2. Scribe straight line across joint A
on both sides of separating on both sides of separating
line (A). line (A).
3. Scribe second line (B) on B 3. Scribe second line (B) on B
moveable side of joint in the moveable side of joint in the
opposite direction of opposite direction of
tightening action 3/8 in om0128c.eps
tightening action 3/8 in om0128c.eps
(9.5 mm) away from first line. (9.5 mm) away from first line.
4. Turn handle to tighten joint 4. Turn handle to tighten joint
until second line meets first. until second line meets first.
ATTACH EZ-CONNECT TO DRILL HEAD ATTACH EZ-CONNECT TO DRILL HEAD
Option A Option A
1. Apply tool joint compound to 1. Apply tool joint compound to

threads and hand tighten pin-to- threads and hand tighten pin-to-
pin adapter (4) to beacon housing pin adapter (4) to beacon housing
(1). (1).
2. Attach quick wrench in join 2. Attach quick wrench in join

position. position.
• Place jaws (1) on wrench flats on both sides of joint. • Place jaws (1) on wrench flats on both sides of joint.
• Pin handles (2) to wrench jaws. Be sure handles are both • Pin handles (2) to wrench jaws. Be sure handles are both
up. up.
• Attach pivoting nut heads (3) so that screw (4) is over • Attach pivoting nut heads (3) so that screw (4) is over
joint. joint.
• Turn screw to pull handles together. • Turn screw to pull handles together.
3. Tighten joint. 3. Tighten joint.

4. Turn screw opposite way two turns to relieve pressure and 4. Turn screw opposite way two turns to relieve pressure and
remove quick wrench components. remove quick wrench components.
5. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin (5) 5. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin (5)
to pin-to-pin adapter (4). to pin-to-pin adapter (4).
position. position.
7. Tighten joint using scribe line 7. Tighten joint using scribe line
distance technique to achieve distance technique to achieve
proper preload. proper preload.
8. Turn screw opposite way two 8. Turn screw opposite way two
turns to relieve pressure and turns to relieve pressure and
remove quick wrench remove quick wrench
components. components.
Option B Option B
1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and hand tighten pin to 1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and hand tighten pin to
EZ-Connect pin adapter (6). EZ-Connect pin adapter (6).
2. Attach quick wrench in join position. 2. Attach quick wrench in join position.
3. Tighten joint using scribe line distance technique to achieve 3. Tighten joint using scribe line distance technique to achieve
proper preload. proper preload.
ATTACH TRANSITION SUB ATTACH TRANSITION SUB
ATTACH TRANSITION SUB ATTACH TRANSITION SUB
1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and thread transition 1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and thread transition
sub onto saver sub. sub onto saver sub.
2. Align drill pipe flats of EZ-Connect box with front wrench of 2. Align drill pipe flats of EZ-Connect box with front wrench of
drill frame. drill frame.
3. Start drilling unit engine. 3. Start drilling unit engine.
4. Use machine power to slowly rotate spindle and transition 4. Use machine power to slowly rotate spindle and transition
sub onto EZ-Connect box. sub onto EZ-Connect box.
5. Tighten to full machine torque. 5. Tighten to full machine torque.
CONNECT DRILL PIPE CONNECT DRILL PIPE
CONNECT DRILL PIPE CONNECT DRILL PIPE
1. Start drilling unit engine. 1. Start drilling unit engine.

2. Align transition sub in front wrench. 2. Align transition sub in front wrench.
3. Load pipe. 3. Load pipe.
• Make sure row 1 is selected on pipe loader. • Make sure row 1 is selected on pipe loader.
• Press top of pipe lubricator switch to lubricate threads in • Press top of pipe lubricator switch to lubricate threads in
front wrench. front wrench.
• Press bottom of pipe lubricator switch to fill applicator at • Press bottom of pipe lubricator switch to fill applicator at
back of pipeloader. back of pipeloader.
• Use loader shuttle switch to move pipe to spindle. • Use loader shuttle switch to move pipe to spindle.
4. Connect pipe to saver sub. 4. Connect pipe to saver sub.
• Move carriage forward until saver sub nears male pipe • Move carriage forward until saver sub nears male pipe
thread. thread.
• Continue to lower carriage and rotate spindle until pipe • Continue to lower carriage and rotate spindle until pipe
screws into saver sub. screws into saver sub.
• Use loader shuttle switch to move shuttle under selected • Use loader shuttle switch to move shuttle under selected
row. row.
• Use pipe lift switch to lower pipe completely into shuttle. • Use pipe lift switch to lower pipe completely into shuttle.
5. Move carriage forward until front end of pipe is aligned with 5. Move carriage forward until front end of pipe is aligned with
transition sub male thread. transition sub male thread.
6. Use machine power to slowly rotate spindle and drill pipe 6. Use machine power to slowly rotate spindle and drill pipe
onto transition sub male thread. onto transition sub male thread.
7. Tighten to full machine torque. 7. Tighten to full machine torque.
8. Disengage front wrench and move carriage back to top of 8. Disengage front wrench and move carriage back to top of
frame. frame.
9. Turn off engine. 9. Turn off engine.
ENGAGE EZ-CONNECT ENGAGE EZ-CONNECT
ENGAGE EZ-CONNECT ENGAGE EZ-CONNECT
1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and align hole in EZ- 1. Apply tool joint compound to threads and align hole in EZ-
Connect collar with tapped hole in EZ-Connect box. Connect collar with tapped hole in EZ-Connect box.
2. Slide collar onto octagonal barrel and push toward wrench 2. Slide collar onto octagonal barrel and push toward wrench
flats. flats.
3. Thread drill head EZ-Connect pin into EZ-Connect box until 3. Thread drill head EZ-Connect pin into EZ-Connect box until
shoulders are touching. shoulders are touching.
4. Back drill head off one flat and slide collar onto pin until 4. Back drill head off one flat and slide collar onto pin until
retainer bolt hole is visible. retainer bolt hole is visible.
5. Install retainer bolt and tighten. 5. Install retainer bolt and tighten.
JT1720 - OPERATION 93 JT1720 - OPERATION 93
START SYSTEM START SYSTEM
OPERATION OPERATION
START SYSTEM START SYSTEM
This section covers basic operation. For questions about specific This section covers basic operation. For questions about specific
situations, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. situations, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
Jobsite hazards could cause death Jobsite hazards could cause death
or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper safety methods. Use and maintain proper safety
NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock
containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use
respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust
can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to
cause cancer. cause cancer.
Improper control function could Improper control function could

cause death or serious injury. If control does not cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced. and have it serviced.

moves, it could kill or crush you. Use proper moves, it could kill or crush you. Use proper
NOTICE: Anchor drilling unit properly before drilling. NOTICE: Anchor drilling unit properly before drilling.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Push remote engine stop button or EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Push remote engine stop button or
turn ignition switch to stop position. turn ignition switch to stop position.
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OPERATE THRUST/ROTATION CONTROL OPERATE THRUST/ROTATION CONTROL
The thrust/rotation control has The thrust/rotation control has

eight positions which allow the four eight positions which allow the four
basic functions to be combined. basic functions to be combined.
The chart below summarizes The chart below summarizes
functions that occur when control is functions that occur when control is
put at a combined position. put at a combined position.
Operator must be in seat for Operator must be in seat for
control to function. control to function.
Moves carriage forward Moves carriage forward

Rotates pipe clockwise (makeup) Rotates pipe clockwise (makeup)
Moves carriage forward Moves carriage forward

Rotates pipe counterclockwise (breakout) Rotates pipe counterclockwise (breakout)
Moves carriage backward Moves carriage backward

Rotates pipe counterclockwise (breakout) Rotates pipe counterclockwise (breakout)
Moves carriage backward Moves carriage backward

Rotates pipe clockwise (makeup) Rotates pipe clockwise (makeup)
1. Start drilling unit and remote fluid unit, if used. 1. Start drilling unit and remote fluid unit, if used.
2. Press top of drilling unit throttle switch until engine is at full 2. Press top of drilling unit throttle switch until engine is at full
throttle. throttle.
3. Adjust fluid pressure. 3. Adjust fluid pressure.
• Press and hold top of fluid pump switch until pipe fills and • Press and hold top of fluid pump switch until pipe fills and
fluid pressure begins to rise. fluid pressure begins to rise.
• Adjust fluid flow control to set pressure to appropriate • Adjust fluid flow control to set pressure to appropriate
level. Do not exceed maximum pump setting. level. Do not exceed maximum pump setting.
DRILL FIRST PIPE DRILL FIRST PIPE
Turning shaft can kill you or crush Turning shaft can kill you or crush
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Keep everyone at least 10’ (3 m) away from turning drill string. • Keep everyone at least 10’ (3 m) away from turning drill string.
• Push rod or pipe slowly. Forcing can bend string. Do not use • Push rod or pipe slowly. Forcing can bend string. Do not use
bent rod or pipe. bent rod or pipe.

1. Rotate spindle clockwise, full-speed. 1. Rotate spindle clockwise, full-speed.

2. Move carriage forward slowly. Drill first pipe as straight as 2. Move carriage forward slowly. Drill first pipe as straight as
possible. possible.
3. Monitor gauges. 3. Monitor gauges.
• If thrust/pullback pressure reaches maximum, slow • If thrust/pullback pressure reaches maximum, slow
carriage travel. carriage travel.
• If rotation pressure reaches maximum, slow carriage • If rotation pressure reaches maximum, slow carriage
travel. travel.
• If rotation stalls, stop carriage thrust. If rotation does not • If rotation stalls, stop carriage thrust. If rotation does not
resume, pull pipe back. resume, pull pipe back.
Break Joint at Saver Sub Break Joint at Saver Sub

1. When joint flats are aligned with front wrench, release 1. When joint flats are aligned with front wrench, release
joystick. joystick.
2. Engage front wrench. 2. Engage front wrench.
3. Rotate spindle clockwise slowly until wrench flats engage 3. Rotate spindle clockwise slowly until wrench flats engage
4. Reverse rotation and, using a slow rotation speed, slowly 4. Reverse rotation and, using a slow rotation speed, slowly
move carriage back as threads unscrew. move carriage back as threads unscrew.
5. Stop rotation and use dual speed carriage control to move 5. Stop rotation and use dual speed carriage control to move
carriage to back of frame. carriage to back of frame.
ADD PIPE ADD PIPE
ADD PIPE ADD PIPE
Turning shaft can kill you or crush Turning shaft can kill you or crush
Option A: Use Manual Pipeloader Controls Option A: Use Manual Pipeloader Controls
1. Load pipe. 1. Load pipe.

• Make sure correct row is selected on pipe loader. • Make sure correct row is selected on pipe loader.
• Use loader shuttle switch to move pipe to spindle. • Use loader shuttle switch to move pipe to spindle.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that automatic pipe thread lubricator is IMPORTANT: Ensure that automatic pipe thread lubricator is
functioning. If not, see LUBRICATION. Unlubricated threads functioning. If not, see LUBRICATION. Unlubricated threads
can decrease pipe life. can decrease pipe life.
• Move carriage forward until saver sub meets pipe. • Move carriage forward until saver sub meets pipe.
• Continue to advance carriage and slowly rotate spindle • Continue to advance carriage and slowly rotate spindle
until saver sub screws onto pipe. until saver sub screws onto pipe.
IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise unless breaking pipe IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise unless breaking pipe
joint. Rotating counterclockwise will unscrew joints. joint. Rotating counterclockwise will unscrew joints.
ADD PIPE ADD PIPE
3. Connect new pipe. 3. Connect new pipe.

• Slowly move carriage forward and rotate spindle slowly • Slowly move carriage forward and rotate spindle slowly
until pipe screws together. until pipe screws together.
• Rotate joint slowly until spindle stops turning, then fully • Rotate joint slowly until spindle stops turning, then fully
torque joint. torque joint.
• Lift pipe that is in pipe box. • Lift pipe that is in pipe box.
• Use loader shuttle switch to move shuttles under • Use loader shuttle switch to move shuttles under
selected row. selected row.
• Lower pipe onto shuttles. • Lower pipe onto shuttles.
throttle. throttle.
5. Adjust fluid flow. 5. Adjust fluid flow.
• Adjust fluid flow control to set flow to appropriate level. • Adjust fluid flow control to set flow to appropriate level.
6. Rotate spindle clockwise, and move carriage forward slowly. 6. Rotate spindle clockwise, and move carriage forward slowly.
7. Adjust joystick and rotation speed control according to bit 7. Adjust joystick and rotation speed control according to bit
size and soil conditions. size and soil conditions.
• If thrust pressure reaches 3000 psi (205 bar), slow • If thrust pressure reaches 3000 psi (205 bar), slow
• If rotation pressure reaches 3650 psi (250 bar), slow • If rotation pressure reaches 3650 psi (250 bar), slow
9. Locate drill head at least every half-length of pipe. 9. Locate drill head at least every half-length of pipe.
ADD PIPE ADD PIPE
Option B: Use Autoload Function Option B: Use Autoload Function

1. Position carriage between pipeloader shuttles. 1. Position carriage between pipeloader shuttles.
2. Move pipe autoload selector to bore mode. Pipe lift arms will 2. Move pipe autoload selector to bore mode. Pipe lift arms will
lower. lower.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to use manual pipeloader controls NOTICE: Do not attempt to use manual pipeloader controls
with pipe autoload selector in bore mode. If pipeloading is with pipe autoload selector in bore mode. If pipeloading is
interrupted: interrupted:
• Move pipe autoload selector to manual mode. • Move pipe autoload selector to manual mode.
• Finish the cycle using manual pipeloading controls. • Finish the cycle using manual pipeloading controls.
• Position carriage between shuttles. • Position carriage between shuttles.
• Move pipe autoload selector to bore mode and restart • Move pipe autoload selector to bore mode and restart
cycle. cycle.
3. Close front wrench. 3. Close front wrench.
4. Lubricate pipe threads. 4. Lubricate pipe threads.
5. Move carriage to back of drill frame. Shuttles will extend and 5. Move carriage to back of drill frame. Shuttles will extend and
pipe lift will raise. pipe lift will raise.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that automatic pipe thread lubricator is IMPORTANT: Ensure that automatic pipe thread lubricator is
functioning. Unlubricated threads can decrease pipe life. functioning. Unlubricated threads can decrease pipe life.
• Move carriage forward until saver sub meets pipe. • Move carriage forward until saver sub meets pipe.
• Continue to advance carriage and rotate spindle slowly • Continue to advance carriage and rotate spindle slowly
until saver sub screws onto pipe. until saver sub screws onto pipe.
IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise unless breaking pipe IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise unless breaking pipe
joint. Rotating counterclockwise will unscrew joints. joint. Rotating counterclockwise will unscrew joints.
ADD PIPE ADD PIPE
7. Connect new pipe. 7. Connect new pipe.

• Slowly move carriage forward and rotate spindle slowly • Slowly move carriage forward and rotate spindle slowly
until pipe screws together. until pipe screws together.
• Rotate joint slowly until spindle stops turning, then fully • Rotate joint slowly until spindle stops turning, then fully
torque joint. torque joint.
8. Open front wrench. Shuttles will retract and pipe lift arms will 8. Open front wrench. Shuttles will retract and pipe lift arms will
lower. lower.
throttle. throttle.
10. Adjust fluid flow. 10. Adjust fluid flow.
• Adjust fluid flow control to set fluid flow to appropriate • Adjust fluid flow control to set fluid flow to appropriate
level. level.
11. Rotate spindle clockwise and move carriage forward slowly. 11. Rotate spindle clockwise and move carriage forward slowly.
12. Adjust joystick and rotation speed control according to bit 12. Adjust joystick and rotation speed control according to bit
size and soil conditions. size and soil conditions.
• If travel pressure reaches 3000 psi (205 bar), slow • If travel pressure reaches 3000 psi (205 bar), slow
• If rotation pressure reaches 3650 psi (250 bar), slow • If rotation pressure reaches 3650 psi (250 bar), slow
14. Locate drill head at least every half-length of pipe. 14. Locate drill head at least every half-length of pipe.
REMOVE/ADD PIPE BOX REMOVE/ADD PIPE BOX

moves it could kill or crush you. Use proper moves it could kill or crush you. Use proper
Use hoist capable of supporting the equipment's size and weight. Use hoist capable of supporting the equipment's size and weight.
See SPECIFICATIONS or measure and weigh equipment before See SPECIFICATIONS or measure and weigh equipment before
lifting. lifting.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Always walk around unit and check for obstructions before • Always walk around unit and check for obstructions before
moving load. moving load.
• Do not take your eyes off moving load. Always look in the • Do not take your eyes off moving load. Always look in the
direction load is moving. direction load is moving.
• Never swing a load over people. • Never swing a load over people.
• Never remove pins (4) from ends of pipe box until you have • Never remove pins (4) from ends of pipe box until you have
attached lifting device. Box may fall if pipe lift switch is attached lifting device. Box may fall if pipe lift switch is
pressed without end pins in place. pressed without end pins in place.
Prepare Prepare
If you are removing a pipe box with If you are removing a pipe box with
pipes in it, raise pipes with pipe lifter, pipes in it, raise pipes with pipe lifter,
install storage pin (5) on each end of install storage pin (5) on each end of
pipe box, and lower pipes before pipe box, and lower pipes before
beginning procedure. beginning procedure.
Remove Remove
1. Remove lynch pins and pipe box pins (2, 3). 1. Remove lynch pins and pipe box pins (2, 3).
2. Position lift plate assembly (1) into notches on pipe box arm 2. Position lift plate assembly (1) into notches on pipe box arm
holes. holes.
3. Attach lifting device to ring on lift plate assembly. 3. Attach lifting device to ring on lift plate assembly.
4. Remove pins (4). 4. Remove pins (4).
5. Move pipe box off of drill frame. 5. Move pipe box off of drill frame.
Load Load
1. Move pipe box over pipeloader and lower into position. 1. Move pipe box over pipeloader and lower into position.
2. Install pins (4). 2. Install pins (4).
3. Raise pipe off storage pins (5). 3. Raise pipe off storage pins (5).
4. Remove storage pins from pipe box. 4. Remove storage pins from pipe box.
5. Lower pipe onto shuttles. 5. Lower pipe onto shuttles.
6. Disconnect lifting device from lift plate assembly (1). 6. Disconnect lifting device from lift plate assembly (1).
7. Remove lift plate assembly from pipe box. 7. Remove lift plate assembly from pipe box.
8. Replace pipe box pins and lynch pins (2, 3). 8. Replace pipe box pins and lynch pins (2, 3).
CORRECT DIRECTION CORRECT DIRECTION
Correcting direction is a skill operators gain with experience and Correcting direction is a skill operators gain with experience and
knowledge of equipment and soil conditions. These instructions knowledge of equipment and soil conditions. These instructions
only cover basic procedures. For information about specific only cover basic procedures. For information about specific
equipment or jobsites, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. equipment or jobsites, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
To track progress and make corrections, one crew member To track progress and make corrections, one crew member
locates the drill head and sends instructions to the operator. locates the drill head and sends instructions to the operator.
Corrections are made by tracking the drill head, comparing Corrections are made by tracking the drill head, comparing
current position to bore plan, and steering drill head as needed. current position to bore plan, and steering drill head as needed.
To steer, the head is positioned then pushed, rather than rotated, To steer, the head is positioned then pushed, rather than rotated,
a few feet at a time. a few feet at a time.
Basic rules to consider when correcting are: Basic rules to consider when correcting are:
• Steering ability depends on soil condition; bit, head, and • Steering ability depends on soil condition; bit, head, and
nozzle used; roll of drill head; and distance pushed without nozzle used; roll of drill head; and distance pushed without
rotation. rotation.
• All corrections should be made as gradually as possible. See • All corrections should be made as gradually as possible. See
"Bend Limits" in SETUP. "Bend Limits" in SETUP.
• Over correcting will cause "snaking." This can damage pipe • Over correcting will cause "snaking." This can damage pipe
and will make drilling and pullback more difficult. Begin to and will make drilling and pullback more difficult. Begin to
straighten out of each correction as early as possible. straighten out of each correction as early as possible.
• Do not use maximum pushing force until carriage is halfway • Do not use maximum pushing force until carriage is halfway
down frame. down frame.
1. Locate drill head. Take readings available with your beacon 1. Locate drill head. Take readings available with your beacon
and locating equipment such as: and locating equipment such as:
• Depth • Depth
• Pitch • Pitch
• Left/right information • Left/right information
• Temperature • Temperature
• Beacon roll • Beacon roll
2. Compare position to bore plan. Determine direction drilling 2. Compare position to bore plan. Determine direction drilling
should go. should go.
3. Position drill head. 3. Position drill head.
The drill head position is determined The drill head position is determined
by reading beacon roll. Roll is by reading beacon roll. Roll is
displayed as a clock face position. If displayed as a clock face position. If
drill head is rotated to a roll position drill head is rotated to a roll position
and pushed, drill head will move and pushed, drill head will move
forward and in clock face direction. forward and in clock face direction.
To position drill head: To position drill head:
• Read beacon roll. • Read beacon roll.

• Rotate pipe slowly until locator displays appropriate beacon • Rotate pipe slowly until locator displays appropriate beacon
roll. roll.
To move forward without changing direction, rotate pipe as it To move forward without changing direction, rotate pipe as it
is pushed. is pushed.
SURFACE DRILL HEAD SURFACE DRILL HEAD
4. Push pipe. 4. Push pipe.

• Adjust fluid flow. • Adjust fluid flow.
• Move carriage forward slowly. • Move carriage forward slowly.
• Monitor gauges. • Monitor gauges.
5. Continue to move carriage forward and rotate spindle. 5. Continue to move carriage forward and rotate spindle.
SURFACE DRILL HEAD SURFACE DRILL HEAD
1. Guide drill head to target pit or up through surface. Make all 1. Guide drill head to target pit or up through surface. Make all
bends gradual. See "Bend Limits" in SETUP. bends gradual. See "Bend Limits" in SETUP.
2. Clean area around exit point. 2. Clean area around exit point.
3. Turn fluid flow control to off position and remote throttle 3. Turn fluid flow control to off position and remote throttle
switch to idle position as soon as drill head emerges. switch to idle position as soon as drill head emerges.
PULLBACK AND BACKREAMING PULLBACK AND BACKREAMING
When the bore is completed, bore can be enlarged by When the bore is completed, bore can be enlarged by
backreaming or material can be pulled back. backreaming or material can be pulled back.
Attaching EZ-Connect to Backreamer Attaching EZ-Connect to Backreamer
Option A Option A

threads and hand tighten pin-to- threads and hand tighten pin-to-
pin adapter to backreamer. pin adapter to backreamer.
position. position.
NOTICE: Never use machine NOTICE: Never use machine
torque to tighten or loosen any torque to tighten or loosen any
joint. Use quick wrench only. joint. Use quick wrench only.
up. up.
joint. joint.
3. Tighten joint using scribe line technique to achieve proper 3. Tighten joint using scribe line technique to achieve proper
preload. See SETUP for scribe line technique instructions. preload. See SETUP for scribe line technique instructions.
5. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin to pin-to-pin adapter. 5. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin to pin-to-pin adapter.
6. Attach quick wrench in join position. 6. Attach quick wrench in join position.
Option B Option B

threads and hand tighten pin to threads and hand tighten pin to
EZ-Connect pin adapter. EZ-Connect pin adapter.
position. position.
NOTICE: Never use machine NOTICE: Never use machine
torque to tighten or loosen any torque to tighten or loosen any
joint. Use quick wrench only. joint. Use quick wrench only.
up. up.
joint. joint.
Connecting Pullback Device Connecting Pullback Device

Pullback devices are available for a wide variety of soil types and Pullback devices are available for a wide variety of soil types and
pullback material. To determine the best pullback combination for pullback material. To determine the best pullback combination for
your job, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. your job, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
1. Move remote throttle switch to idle position. 1. Move remote throttle switch to idle position.
2. Press bottom of drilling unit throttle switch until engine is at 2. Press bottom of drilling unit throttle switch until engine is at
low throttle. low throttle.
3. Move fluid pump switch to off position. 3. Move fluid pump switch to off position.
4. Ensure that engine temperature has dropped below 4. Ensure that engine temperature has dropped below
190-200° F (88-93° C), then turn drilling unit off. 190-200° F (88-93° C), then turn drilling unit off.
5. Clean drill head, especially around threads. 5. Clean drill head, especially around threads.
6. Loosen and remove EZ-Connect retaining bolt. 6. Loosen and remove EZ-Connect retaining bolt.
7. Slide collar back toward transition sub. 7. Slide collar back toward transition sub.
8. Hand loosen and remove drill head. 8. Hand loosen and remove drill head.
9. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin of backreamer into EZ-Connect 9. Hand tighten EZ-Connect pin of backreamer into EZ-Connect
box of transition sub until shoulders are touching. box of transition sub until shoulders are touching.
10. Back backreamer off one flat and slide collar onto pin until 10. Back backreamer off one flat and slide collar onto pin until
retainer bolt hole is visible. retainer bolt hole is visible.
11. Install retainer bolt and tighten. 11. Install retainer bolt and tighten.
Backreaming Backreaming
To backream, the drill head is surfaced and a variety of devices To backream, the drill head is surfaced and a variety of devices
are attached to the pipe. As the pipe is pulled back, the devices are attached to the pipe. As the pipe is pulled back, the devices
enlarge the bore. enlarge the bore.
Backreaming Devices Backreaming Devices
1. Swivel - attached to pullback material through pullback 1. Swivel - attached to pullback material through pullback
device; allows pipe, cutter, and expander to rotate without device; allows pipe, cutter, and expander to rotate without
twisting pullback material. twisting pullback material.
2. Nozzle - controls fluid flow from pipe to bore. 2. Nozzle - controls fluid flow from pipe to bore.
Backreaming devices are available in a wide variety of sizes and Backreaming devices are available in a wide variety of sizes and
types. Soil type, size and type of pullback material, and drilling types. Soil type, size and type of pullback material, and drilling
fluid affect backreamer choice. To determine which combination fluid affect backreamer choice. To determine which combination
will work best at your jobsite, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. will work best at your jobsite, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
Backreaming Tips Backreaming Tips
• Plan backreaming job before drilling. Plan bore path as • Plan backreaming job before drilling. Plan bore path as
straight as possible. Check bend limits of pullback material. straight as possible. Check bend limits of pullback material.
Check that appropriate pullback devices are on hand. Check that appropriate pullback devices are on hand.
• Keep all bends as gradual as possible. • Keep all bends as gradual as possible.
• Drilling fluid quality is a key factor in backreaming success. • Drilling fluid quality is a key factor in backreaming success.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for information on testing Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for information on testing
water, selecting additives, and mixing drilling fluid. water, selecting additives, and mixing drilling fluid.
• Backreaming requires more fluid than drilling. Make sure • Backreaming requires more fluid than drilling. Make sure
enough fluid is used. enough fluid is used.
Determine Fluid Requirements Determine Fluid Requirements
Backreaming is only successful when enough fluid reaches the Backreaming is only successful when enough fluid reaches the
bore. The amount of fluid needed depends on size of bore and bore. The amount of fluid needed depends on size of bore and
soil condition. soil condition.
This section describes how to find the minimum amount of fluid This section describes how to find the minimum amount of fluid
needed in perfect conditions. Use more fluid than recommended needed in perfect conditions. Use more fluid than recommended
or the bore might be dry and unsuccessful. or the bore might be dry and unsuccessful.
1. Determine size of backreamer. Use APPENDIX, section C, to 1. Determine size of backreamer. Use APPENDIX, section C, to
find amount of fluid needed for your backreamer. find amount of fluid needed for your backreamer.
For example, you find that a 6” (15.2 cm) backreamer For example, you find that a 6” (15.2 cm) backreamer
requires at least 1.5 gal/ft (19 L/m). requires at least 1.5 gal/ft (19 L/m).
2. Multiply this amount by distance per minute you plan to 2. Multiply this amount by distance per minute you plan to
backream. The answer is an estimate of amount of fluid you backream. The answer is an estimate of amount of fluid you
will need for each minute of backreaming. will need for each minute of backreaming.
Now, if backreaming 2 ft/min (.6 m/min), you need at least Now, if backreaming 2 ft/min (.6 m/min), you need at least
3 gal (11.4 L) for each minute of backreaming. 3 gal (11.4 L) for each minute of backreaming.
3. Estimate pressure you will be using. 3. Estimate pressure you will be using.
4. Using APPENDIX, section D, select nozzles that, added 4. Using APPENDIX, section D, select nozzles that, added
together, supply at least the amount of fluid per minute together, supply at least the amount of fluid per minute
needed for the flow and pressure you will be using. A needed for the flow and pressure you will be using. A
combination of nozzles that will supply more fluid per minute combination of nozzles that will supply more fluid per minute
is recommended. is recommended.
Backreaming Procedure Backreaming Procedure
Soil, devices used, and jobsite conditions determine the Soil, devices used, and jobsite conditions determine the
procedures used in each backream. While this chapter includes procedures used in each backream. While this chapter includes
basic backreaming information, contact your Ditch Witch dealer basic backreaming information, contact your Ditch Witch dealer
for information and training in your soil type and with your for information and training in your soil type and with your
NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being
installed. installed.

NOTICE: Continue to use strike system during backreaming. NOTICE: Continue to use strike system during backreaming.
1. Select backreaming devices. 1. Select backreaming devices.

2. Determine fluid rate requirements. 2. Determine fluid rate requirements.
3. Attach backreaming devices. If bore will be enlarged further, 3. Attach backreaming devices. If bore will be enlarged further,
attach pipe to trailing end of backreamer as it is pulled into attach pipe to trailing end of backreamer as it is pulled into
the bore. the bore.
4. Start remote fluid unit, if used. 4. Start remote fluid unit, if used.
throttle. throttle.
6. Set drilling fluid flow. 6. Set drilling fluid flow.
7. Check that fluid flows through all nozzles. 7. Check that fluid flows through all nozzles.
8. Slowly rotate until backreamer is fully engaged in soil. 8. Slowly rotate until backreamer is fully engaged in soil.
9. Pull pipe through bore. 9. Pull pipe through bore.
Removing Pipe Removing Pipe
Option A: Use Manual Pipeloader Controls Option A: Use Manual Pipeloader Controls
1. When pipe joint is between front wrench and pipe wiper, 1. When pipe joint is between front wrench and pipe wiper,
release joystick. release joystick.
2. Engage front wrench. 2. Engage front wrench.
3. Slowly rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats engage into 3. Slowly rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats engage into
4. Rotate counterclockwise until upper joint breaks. 4. Rotate counterclockwise until upper joint breaks.
If joint does not break at spindle, If joint does not break at spindle,
use auxiliary wrench. use auxiliary wrench.
• Engage auxiliary wrench. • Engage auxiliary wrench.
• Rotate spindle • Rotate spindle
counterclockwise until wrench counterclockwise until wrench
flats engage into pipe flats. flats engage into pipe flats.
• Turn spindle counterclockwise • Turn spindle counterclockwise
until joint breaks. until joint breaks.
• Disengage auxiliary wrench. • Disengage auxiliary wrench.
5. Engage breakout wrench. 5. Engage breakout wrench.

6. Rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats align with pipe 6. Rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats align with pipe
flats. flats.
7. Move shuttles out. 7. Move shuttles out.
8. Slowly rotate pipe counterclockwise to unscrew bottom joint. 8. Slowly rotate pipe counterclockwise to unscrew bottom joint.
9. Disengage breakout wrench to release pipe. 9. Disengage breakout wrench to release pipe.
10. Slowly rotate spindle counterclockwise and move carriage 10. Slowly rotate spindle counterclockwise and move carriage
back slightly to unscrew pipe from saver sub. back slightly to unscrew pipe from saver sub.
11. Move spindle away from pipe. 11. Move spindle away from pipe.
12. Load pipe into pipe box. 12. Load pipe into pipe box.
• Ensure that pipe is aligned with pipe box. • Ensure that pipe is aligned with pipe box.
• Move loader shuttle under selected row in box and raise • Move loader shuttle under selected row in box and raise
lift arms to place pipe in box. lift arms to place pipe in box.
13. Attach next pipe to saver sub. 13. Attach next pipe to saver sub.
• Use dual speed carriage control and move carriage • Use dual speed carriage control and move carriage
forward until saver sub touches pipe. forward until saver sub touches pipe.
• Slowly rotate spindle and slowly move carriage forwardto • Slowly rotate spindle and slowly move carriage forwardto
allow pipe to screw into saver sub. Use full machine allow pipe to screw into saver sub. Use full machine
torque. torque.
14. Disengage front wrench to release pipe. 14. Disengage front wrench to release pipe.
Option B: Use Autoload Function Option B: Use Autoload Function
1. Ensure that front wrench is open. 1. Ensure that front wrench is open.
2. Position carriage between pipeloader shuttles. 2. Position carriage between pipeloader shuttles.
3. Move pipe autoload selector to backream mode. Pipe lift 3. Move pipe autoload selector to backream mode. Pipe lift
arms will raise. arms will raise.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to use manual pipeloader controls NOTICE: Do not attempt to use manual pipeloader controls
with pipe autoload selector in backream mode. If pipeloading with pipe autoload selector in backream mode. If pipeloading
is interrupted: is interrupted:
• Move pipe autoload selector to manual mode. • Move pipe autoload selector to manual mode.
• Finish the cycle using manual pipeloading controls. • Finish the cycle using manual pipeloading controls.
• Position carriage between shuttles. • Position carriage between shuttles.
• Move pipe autoload selector to backream mode and • Move pipe autoload selector to backream mode and
restart cycle. restart cycle.
4. Move carriage back until pipe joint is between front wrench 4. Move carriage back until pipe joint is between front wrench
and pipe wiper. and pipe wiper.
5. Release joystick. 5. Release joystick.
6. Engage front wrench. Shuttles will extend and pipe lift arms 6. Engage front wrench. Shuttles will extend and pipe lift arms
will lower. will lower.
7. Rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats engage into pipe 7. Rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats engage into pipe
flats. flats.
8. Rotate counterclockwise until upper joint breaks. 8. Rotate counterclockwise until upper joint breaks.
If joint does not break at If joint does not break at
spindle, use auxiliary wrench. spindle, use auxiliary wrench.
• Engage auxiliary wrench. • Engage auxiliary wrench.
• Rotate spindle • Rotate spindle
counterclockwise until counterclockwise until
wrench flats engage into wrench flats engage into
• Turn spindle • Turn spindle
counterclockwise until counterclockwise until
joint breaks. joint breaks.
• Disengage auxiliary • Disengage auxiliary
wrench. wrench.
9. Engage breakout wrench. 9. Engage breakout wrench.

10. Slowly rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats align with 10. Slowly rotate spindle clockwise until wrench flats align with
11. Slowly rotate pipe counterclockwise to unscrew bottom joint. 11. Slowly rotate pipe counterclockwise to unscrew bottom joint.
12. Disengage breakout wrench to release pipe. 12. Disengage breakout wrench to release pipe.
13. Slowly move carriage back until automation stops pullback. 13. Slowly move carriage back until automation stops pullback.
IMPORTANT: Pullback will stop for approximately 1.5 IMPORTANT: Pullback will stop for approximately 1.5
seconds. seconds.
14. Release joystick. 14. Release joystick.
15. Slowly rotate spindle counterclockwise and move carriage 15. Slowly rotate spindle counterclockwise and move carriage
back slightly to unscrew pipe from saver sub. back slightly to unscrew pipe from saver sub.
16. Move spindle away from pipe. 16. Move spindle away from pipe.
17. Move carriage to back of drill frame. Pipe will automatically 17. Move carriage to back of drill frame. Pipe will automatically
be loaded into selected row in pipe box. be loaded into selected row in pipe box.
18. Attach next pipe to saver sub. 18. Attach next pipe to saver sub.
• Press top of pipe lubricator switch to spray joint • Press top of pipe lubricator switch to spray joint
compound on the threads in the front wrench. compound on the threads in the front wrench.
• Use dual speed carriage control and move carriage • Use dual speed carriage control and move carriage
forward until saver sub touches pipe. forward until saver sub touches pipe.
• Rotate spindle and move carriage forward just enough • Rotate spindle and move carriage forward just enough
to allow pipe to screw into saver sub. Use full machine to allow pipe to screw into saver sub. Use full machine
torque. torque.
19. Disengage front wrench to release pipe. 19. Disengage front wrench to release pipe.
Removing Pullback Device Removing Pullback Device

The pullback device can be removed when the last pipe is on the The pullback device can be removed when the last pipe is on the
frame. frame.
It can be removed when a target pit along the bore path has been It can be removed when a target pit along the bore path has been
reached. Remaining pipe is then pulled back and removed. reached. Remaining pipe is then pulled back and removed.
Reverse steps outlined in “Attaching Pullback Device” to remove Reverse steps outlined in “Attaching Pullback Device” to remove
pullback device. pullback device.
Automation Troubleshooting Tips Automation Troubleshooting Tips
Backream Mode Backream Mode
The most common reason for pipeloader automation cycle The most common reason for pipeloader automation cycle
interruption in this mode is incorrect positioning of pipe. interruption in this mode is incorrect positioning of pipe.
When carriage is moved to back of drill frame, shuttles should When carriage is moved to back of drill frame, shuttles should
retract and pipe lift arms should raise. If shuttles do not retract, retract and pipe lift arms should raise. If shuttles do not retract,
pipe may not be positioned correctly. pipe may not be positioned correctly.
• Adjust pipe so that it is between the mounting plates on the • Adjust pipe so that it is between the mounting plates on the
pipeloader. pipeloader.
• Press pipe shuttle switch to manually retract shuttles. This will • Press pipe shuttle switch to manually retract shuttles. This will
restart automation cycle. restart automation cycle.
If automation is interrupted at any other point in the cycle, refer to If automation is interrupted at any other point in the cycle, refer to
“Troubleshooting” section of Repair Guide, or contact your local “Troubleshooting” section of Repair Guide, or contact your local
Ditch Witch dealer. Ditch Witch dealer.
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REMOVE ANCHORS REMOVE ANCHORS
BREAKDOWN BREAKDOWN
REMOVE ANCHORS REMOVE ANCHORS
Crushing weight. If Crushing weight. If

load falls or moves, it could kill or load falls or moves, it could kill or
crush you. Use proper procedures crush you. Use proper procedures
and equipment or stay away. and equipment or stay away.
1. Rotate anchor out of ground while fully extending cylinder. 1. Rotate anchor out of ground while fully extending cylinder.
2. When cylinder is fully extended, disengage anchor slide lock. 2. When cylinder is fully extended, disengage anchor slide lock.
3. Fully retract cylinder to place anchor driver at top of anchor 3. Fully retract cylinder to place anchor driver at top of anchor
frame. frame.
4. Engage anchor slide lock. 4. Engage anchor slide lock.
5. Continue to rotate anchor out of ground while fully extending 5. Continue to rotate anchor out of ground while fully extending
cylinder. cylinder.
6. Repeat process for other anchor. 6. Repeat process for other anchor.
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RINSE EQUIPMENT RINSE EQUIPMENT
RINSE EQUIPMENT RINSE EQUIPMENT
Spray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud. Some Spray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud. Some
pressure might be needed to remove dried mud from wrench pressure might be needed to remove dried mud from wrench
area. area.
DISCONNECT DISCONNECT
Disconnect and store the following hoses and cables (if used): Disconnect and store the following hoses and cables (if used):
• electric cable • electric cable

• electric strike system ground stake • electric strike system ground stake
• fluid hose • fluid hose
STOW TOOLS STOW TOOLS
Make sure all wrenches, bits, pullback devices, and other tools Make sure all wrenches, bits, pullback devices, and other tools
are loaded on trailer. are loaded on trailer.
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LUBRICATION LUBRICATION
Fluid under pressure can pierce Fluid under pressure can pierce
skin and cause injury or death. Stay away. skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Before using system, check that all connections are tight and • Before using system, check that all connections are tight and
all lines are undamaged. all lines are undamaged.
• Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or • Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks. wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.
• Wear protective clothing and eye protection. • Wear protective clothing and eye protection.
• If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention. • If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention.

moves, death or serious injury can result. Use moves, death or serious injury can result. Use
proper procedures and equipment or stay away. proper procedures and equipment or stay away.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in this chapter
should be performed with the engine(s) shut off. should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.
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OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
Interval Task Page no. Interval Task Page no.
4 lube water swivel 129 4 lube water swivel 129
10 check engine oil 127 10 check engine oil 127
check hydraulic oil 132 check hydraulic oil 132
lube pipe guide bearings 129 lube pipe guide bearings 129
50 change engine oil and filter (initial) 127 50 change engine oil and filter (initial) 127
check rotation gearbox oil 135 check rotation gearbox oil 135
check carriage travel gearbox oil 135 check carriage travel gearbox oil 135
check ground drive gearbox oil 135 check ground drive gearbox oil 135
check fluid pump oil (initial) 137 check fluid pump oil (initial) 137
100 change engine oil and filter 127 100 change engine oil and filter 127
250 change hydraulic oil and filters (initial) 136 250 change hydraulic oil and filters (initial) 136
lube thrust chain flange bearing 129 lube thrust chain flange bearing 129
lube thrust chain 129 lube thrust chain 129
750 change fluid pump oil 136 750 change fluid pump oil 136
1000 change hydraulic oil and filters 136 1000 change hydraulic oil and filters 136
change rotation gearbox oil 135 change rotation gearbox oil 135
change carriage travel gearbox oil 135 change carriage travel gearbox oil 135
change ground drive gearbox oil 135 change ground drive gearbox oil 135
As lube carriage slide bracket 130 As lube carriage slide bracket 130
needed needed
lube pipe loader shuttle slide 130 lube pipe loader shuttle slide 130
change pipe auto lubricator pail 132 change pipe auto lubricator pail 132
Lubricant chart: Lubricant chart:
MPG Multipurpose grease MPG Multipurpose grease
DEO Diesel engine oil DEO Diesel engine oil
MPL Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service MPL Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service
classification GL-5 classification GL-5
THF Tractor hydraulic fluid: Phillips 66 HG Fluid, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron THF Tractor hydraulic fluid: Phillips 66 HG Fluid, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron
Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent
TJC Tool joint compound (P/N 256-031), or artic grade TJC (P/N 259-858) TJC Tool joint compound (P/N 256-031), or artic grade TJC (P/N 259-858)
ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL
ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL
Ref. Task Hours Lubricant Ref. Task Hours Lubricant
1 check oil 10 DEO 1 check oil 10 DEO
2, 3, 4 change oil and filter (initial) 50 DEO 2, 3, 4 change oil and filter (initial) 50 DEO
2, 3, 4 change oil and filter 100 DEO 2, 3, 4 change oil and filter 100 DEO
Check Check
Check engine oil every 10 hours at dipstick (1). If low, fill with Check engine oil every 10 hours at dipstick (1). If low, fill with
DEO at oil fill (2). DEO at oil fill (2).
Change Change
Change engine oil and filter (4) after first 50 hours. After that, Change engine oil and filter (4) after first 50 hours. After that,
change every 100 hours. Drain oil (3), change filter (4), and refill change every 100 hours. Drain oil (3), change filter (4), and refill
with DEO (2). with DEO (2).
FRAME FRAME
FRAME FRAME
5 lube water swivel 4 MPG 5 lube water swivel 4 MPG
lube pipe guide bearings 250 MPG lube pipe guide bearings 250 MPG
2 lube thrust chain 250 MPG 2 lube thrust chain 250 MPG
1 lube thrust chain flange bearing 250 MPG 1 lube thrust chain flange bearing 250 MPG
4 lube carriage slide bracket as needed MPG 4 lube carriage slide bracket as needed MPG
3 lube pipe loader shuttle slide as needed MPG 3 lube pipe loader shuttle slide as needed MPG
6 change pipe auto lubricator pail as needed TJC 6 change pipe auto lubricator pail as needed TJC
FRAME FRAME
Water Swivel Water Swivel

Lube fitting 1 with molybdenum Lube fitting 1 with molybdenum
based MPG every four hours. based MPG every four hours.
Using more than one stroke of Using more than one stroke of
grease gun can lead to seal grease gun can lead to seal
failure. Do not lube fitting 2. failure. Do not lube fitting 2.
Pipe Guide Bearings Pipe Guide Bearings

Lube fittings with MPG every 250 Lube fittings with MPG every 250
hours. hours.
Thrust Chain Thrust Chain

Lube thrust chain with DEO every 250 hours. Lube thrust chain with DEO every 250 hours.
Thrust Chain Flange Bearing Thrust Chain Flange Bearing

Lube fittings (one on each side of Lube fittings (one on each side of
front sprocket) with MPG every 250 front sprocket) with MPG every 250
hours. hours.
FRAME FRAME
Carriage Slide Bracket Carriage Slide Bracket

Lube slide bracket with MPG as needed. Lube slide bracket with MPG as needed.
Pipe Loader Shuttle Slide Pipe Loader Shuttle Slide

Lube shuttle slide with MPG as needed. Lube shuttle slide with MPG as needed.
FRAME FRAME
Pipe Auto Lubricator Pipe Auto Lubricator
Fluid under pressure can pierce Fluid under pressure can pierce
skin and cause injury or death. Stay away. skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• TJC is expelled forcefully. Do not stand directly in front of tee. • TJC is expelled forcefully. Do not stand directly in front of tee.
• Air pockets in TJC may cause pump to malfunction. Each time • Air pockets in TJC may cause pump to malfunction. Each time
pail is installed, place lid on pail and tap on ground to settle pail is installed, place lid on pail and tap on ground to settle
TJC before installation. TJC before installation.
• Do not operate pump with handle/nozzle insert removed. • Do not operate pump with handle/nozzle insert removed.
Nozzle assembly contains small parts that may be pushed out Nozzle assembly contains small parts that may be pushed out
of position or lost. of position or lost.
TJC Selection TJC Selection
IMPORTANT: Use only Ditch Witch TJC. It is formulated to work IMPORTANT: Use only Ditch Witch TJC. It is formulated to work
with auto lubricator. Use of other material can plug lubricator with auto lubricator. Use of other material can plug lubricator
system. system.
Use standard grade TJC (P/N 259-858) for drilling in Use standard grade TJC (P/N 259-858) for drilling in
temperatures up to 75°F (24°C). Use summer grade TJC (P/N temperatures up to 75°F (24°C). Use summer grade TJC (P/N
259-830) for drilling in temperatures above 65°F (18°C). 259-830) for drilling in temperatures above 65°F (18°C).
Cold Weather Drilling Cold Weather Drilling
In operating temperatures below freezing, nozzle may not spray In operating temperatures below freezing, nozzle may not spray
in “fan” pattern. To ensure proper protection, manually apply TJC in “fan” pattern. To ensure proper protection, manually apply TJC
to pipe tool joints. to pipe tool joints.
FRAME FRAME
Procedure Procedure
Inspect rear applicator daily and replace if damaged. Visually Inspect rear applicator daily and replace if damaged. Visually
check TJC level daily and change pail as needed. Inspect spray check TJC level daily and change pail as needed. Inspect spray
nozzle frequently to ensure it is free from obstructions and nozzle frequently to ensure it is free from obstructions and
functioning properly. Clean nozzle as needed. functioning properly. Clean nozzle as needed.
To change pail: To change pail:
1. Remove wingnuts and 1. Remove wingnuts and

capscrews attaching clamp ring capscrews attaching clamp ring
(4) to pump bracket (1). (4) to pump bracket (1).
2. Rotate clamp ring slightly to 2. Rotate clamp ring slightly to
clear hooks on bracket and clear hooks on bracket and
remove pail from pump. remove pail from pump.
3. Remove follower plate (3) from 3. Remove follower plate (3) from
empty pail and install into new empty pail and install into new
pail. Press firmly on plate until pail. Press firmly on plate until
TJC comes up center circle. TJC comes up center circle.
4. Remove clamp ring from empty 4. Remove clamp ring from empty
pail and install onto new pail. pail and install onto new pail.
5. Install pail into place over pump 5. Install pail into place over pump
dip tube. Use hooks on bracket dip tube. Use hooks on bracket
to support clamp ring. to support clamp ring.
6. Install capscrews and wingnuts. 6. Install capscrews and wingnuts.
7. Remove cap (2) from discharge 7. Remove cap (2) from discharge
tee on pump. Operate pump tee on pump. Operate pump
until discharged TJC is free of until discharged TJC is free of
air pockets. Replace cap. air pockets. Replace cap.
FRAME FRAME
To clean nozzle: To clean nozzle:
1. Rotate handle to the upward, or 1. Rotate handle to the upward, or

cleanout, position (A). cleanout, position (A).
2. Operate pump until obstruction is 2. Operate pump until obstruction is
flushed. flushed.
3. Rotate handle to the downward, 3. Rotate handle to the downward,
or spray, position (B). or spray, position (B).
4. Clean nozzle guard. If 4. Clean nozzle guard. If
necessary, pull handle/nozzle necessary, pull handle/nozzle
insert out of housing to clean insert out of housing to clean
with fine wire or solvent. with fine wire or solvent.
GEARBOXES GEARBOXES
GEARBOXES GEARBOXES
1 check rotation gearbox oil 50 MPL 1 check rotation gearbox oil 50 MPL
3 check carriage travel gearbox oil 50 MPL 3 check carriage travel gearbox oil 50 MPL
5 check ground drive gearbox oil 50 MPL 5 check ground drive gearbox oil 50 MPL
2 change rotation gearbox oil 1000 MPL 2 change rotation gearbox oil 1000 MPL
4 change carriage travel gearbox oil 1000 MPL 4 change carriage travel gearbox oil 1000 MPL
5, 6 change ground drive gearbox oil 1000 MPL 5, 6 change ground drive gearbox oil 1000 MPL
GEARBOXES GEARBOXES
Rotation Gearbox Rotation Gearbox

Check gearbox every 50 hours. Check gearbox every 50 hours.
Oil should be level with plug. Fill Oil should be level with plug. Fill
with MPL at fill plug as needed. with MPL at fill plug as needed.
Drain oil at gearbox oil drain every Drain oil at gearbox oil drain every
1000 hours. 1000 hours.
Carriage Travel Gearbox Carriage Travel Gearbox

Oil should be level with fill plug Oil should be level with fill plug
(1). Fill with MPL as needed. (1). Fill with MPL as needed.
Drain oil at gearbox oil drain (2) Drain oil at gearbox oil drain (2)
every 1000 hours. every 1000 hours.
Ground Drive Gearbox Ground Drive Gearbox

Open plug (B). If oil does not come Open plug (B). If oil does not come
out, fill plug (A) with MPL until level out, fill plug (A) with MPL until level
with plug (B), then add 1 qt (.9 L). with plug (B), then add 1 qt (.9 L).
Never fill more than halfway. Drain Never fill more than halfway. Drain
oil at plug (B) every 1000 hours. oil at plug (B) every 1000 hours.
HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL
HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL
3 check oil 10 THF 3 check oil 10 THF
1 change oil filters (initial) 50 THF 1 change oil filters (initial) 50 THF
1, 2, 4 change oil and filters 1000 THF 1, 2, 4 change oil and filters 1000 THF
Check Check
Check hydraulic oil every 10 hours. Maintain fluid level at halfway Check hydraulic oil every 10 hours. Maintain fluid level at halfway
point on sight glass (3), when engine is off and fluid is cool. Refill point on sight glass (3), when engine is off and fluid is cool. Refill
with THF at hydraulic oil fill (2). with THF at hydraulic oil fill (2).
Change Change
Change two hydraulic oil filters at 50 hours. Drain hydraulic oil (4), Change two hydraulic oil filters at 50 hours. Drain hydraulic oil (4),
change filters (1), and refill with THF at hydraulic oil fill (2) every change filters (1), and refill with THF at hydraulic oil fill (2) every
1000 hours. 1000 hours.
FLUID PUMP FLUID PUMP
FLUID PUMP FLUID PUMP
1, 2 check fluid pump oil 50 SAE30W 1, 2 check fluid pump oil 50 SAE30W
1, 2 change fluid pump oil 2000 SAE30W 1, 2 change fluid pump oil 2000 SAE30W
Check Check
Check oil level in crankcase every Check oil level in crankcase every
50 hours. Refill as needed with SAE 50 hours. Refill as needed with SAE
30W engine oil. 30W engine oil.
Change Change
Drain and refill crankcase every 750 hours. Pump holds 1 qt Drain and refill crankcase every 750 hours. Pump holds 1 qt
(.9 L). See pump manufacturer’s handbook for additional (.9 L). See pump manufacturer’s handbook for additional
information. information.
JT1720 - MAINTENANCE 139 JT1720 - MAINTENANCE 139
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in the section NOTICE: Unless otherwise instructed, all service in the section
should be performed with the engine(s) shut off. should be performed with the engine(s) shut off.
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
Interval Task Page no. Interval Task Page no.
10 inspect hoses 140 10 inspect hoses 140
check fluid pump y-strainer 145 check fluid pump y-strainer 145
check pipe loader proximity switches 149 check pipe loader proximity switches 149
check pipe loader shuttle switches 150 check pipe loader shuttle switches 150
check pipe presence switches 151 check pipe presence switches 151
50 check batteries 141 50 check batteries 141
check radiator 142 check radiator 142
check belts 142 check belts 142
500 check SCA level of coolant 142 500 check SCA level of coolant 142
1000 change fuel filter 146 1000 change fuel filter 146
2000 or change coolant (depending on coolant used) 142 2000 or change coolant (depending on coolant used) 142
5000 5000
as needed replace saver sub 144 as needed replace saver sub 144
check muffler 146 check muffler 146
check air filter 146 check air filter 146
check thrust chain tension 148 check thrust chain tension 148
check track tension and condition 147 check track tension and condition 147
replace pipe loader gripper inserts 141 replace pipe loader gripper inserts 141
replace pipe loader shuttle inserts 141 replace pipe loader shuttle inserts 141
clean pipe 152 clean pipe 152
repair pipe threads 152 repair pipe threads 152
troubleshoot Electric Strike System 153 troubleshoot Electric Strike System 153
140 JT1720 - MAINTENANCE 140 JT1720 - MAINTENANCE
GENERAL COMPONENTS GENERAL COMPONENTS
Ref Task Frequency Ref Task Frequency
inspect hoses 10 inspect hoses 10
4, 5 check batteries 50 4, 5 check batteries 50
3 check belts 50 3 check belts 50
2 check radiator 50 2 check radiator 50
2 check radiator SCA level 500 2 check radiator SCA level 500
1, 2 change coolant (depending on coolant used) 2000 or 5000 1, 2 change coolant (depending on coolant used) 2000 or 5000
replace saver sub as needed replace saver sub as needed
replace pipe loader gripper as needed replace pipe loader gripper as needed
replace pipe loader shuttle inserts as needed replace pipe loader shuttle inserts as needed
NOTICE: Before disconnecting any hydraulic line, turn engine off NOTICE: Before disconnecting any hydraulic line, turn engine off
and operate all controls to relieve pressure. Lower, block or and operate all controls to relieve pressure. Lower, block or
support any raised component. Cover connection with heavy support any raised component. Cover connection with heavy
cloth and loosen connector nut slightly to relieve residual cloth and loosen connector nut slightly to relieve residual
pressure. Catch all fluid in container. pressure. Catch all fluid in container.
Inspect Hoses Inspect Hoses

Check all hoses every ten hours. Check for leaks or bad Check all hoses every ten hours. Check for leaks or bad
connections. connections.
Pipe Loader Pipe Loader

Check pipe loader gripper inserts Check pipe loader gripper inserts
(A) and pipe loader shuttle inserts (A) and pipe loader shuttle inserts
(B) for wear. Replace as needed. (B) for wear. Replace as needed.
See your Ditch Witch dealer for See your Ditch Witch dealer for
replacement inserts. replacement inserts.
Batteries Batteries
IMPORTANT: Use battery IMPORTANT: Use battery
disconnect switch (5) when disconnect switch (5) when
servicing, welding, and during long- servicing, welding, and during long-
term storage. term storage.
Keep batteries clean and free of Keep batteries clean and free of
corrosion. Apply coat of grease to corrosion. Apply coat of grease to
cable clamps after cleaning. cable clamps after cleaning.
In cold weather, batteries lose some In cold weather, batteries lose some
starting ability. Closely watch starting ability. Closely watch
voltmeter for signs of battery voltmeter for signs of battery
discharge. discharge.
If batteries will not hold charge, see If batteries will not hold charge, see
your Ditch Witch dealer for your Ditch Witch dealer for
replacement batteries. When replacement batteries. When
replacing batteries, refer to wiring replacing batteries, refer to wiring
diagram. diagram.
Alternator Belt Alternator Belt

Check tension of alternator belt every Check tension of alternator belt every
50 hours. Belt is properly tensioned 50 hours. Belt is properly tensioned
when long span moves about 0.6” when long span moves about 0.6”
(15 mm) when pushed. If needed, (15 mm) when pushed. If needed,
loosen idler pulley bolts and adjust loosen idler pulley bolts and adjust
idler pulley. Tighten bolts and torque idler pulley. Tighten bolts and torque
to 27-30 lb•ft (36-40 N•m). Replace to 27-30 lb•ft (36-40 N•m). Replace
belts if necessary. belts if necessary.
Radiator Radiator
Check coolant level, with engine cool, at overflow tank (1) every Check coolant level, with engine cool, at overflow tank (1) every
10 hours. If low, add approved coolant. 10 hours. If low, add approved coolant.
Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 50 Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 50
hours. Clean out with compressed air or spray wash if required. hours. Clean out with compressed air or spray wash if required.
Be careful not to damage fins with high-pressure air or water. Be careful not to damage fins with high-pressure air or water.
Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions. Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy conditions.
Approved Coolant Approved Coolant
This unit was filled with John Deere Cool-Gard coolant before This unit was filled with John Deere Cool-Gard coolant before
shipment from factory. Add only John Deere Cool-Gard (p/n 255- shipment from factory. Add only John Deere Cool-Gard (p/n 255-
006) or any fully-formulated, ethylene glycol based, low-silicate, 006) or any fully-formulated, ethylene glycol based, low-silicate,
heavy-duty diesel engine coolant meeting ASTM specification heavy-duty diesel engine coolant meeting ASTM specification
D5345 (prediluted) or D4985 (concentrate) and containing D5345 (prediluted) or D4985 (concentrate) and containing
supplemental coolant additives (SCAs) meeting John Deere supplemental coolant additives (SCAs) meeting John Deere
specification JDM H24A2. specification JDM H24A2.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Do not use water or high-silicate automotive-type coolant. • Do not use water or high-silicate automotive-type coolant.
This will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure. This will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure.
• Do not mix heavy-duty diesel engine coolant and automotive- • Do not mix heavy-duty diesel engine coolant and automotive-
type coolant. This will lead coolant breakdown and engine type coolant. This will lead coolant breakdown and engine
damage. damage.
Test SCA level every 500 hours Test SCA level every 500 hours
using 3-Way Heavy Duty Coolant using 3-Way Heavy Duty Coolant
Test Kit (p/n 256-032). If SCA levels Test Kit (p/n 256-032). If SCA levels
do not fall within appropriate range, do not fall within appropriate range,
replenish with a heavy-duty coolant replenish with a heavy-duty coolant
conditioner such as John Deere conditioner such as John Deere
coolant conditioner (p/n 256-033). coolant conditioner (p/n 256-033).
IMPORTANT: Always check IMPORTANT: Always check

expiration date on 3-Way Heavy expiration date on 3-Way Heavy
Duty Coolant Test Kit. An expired kit Duty Coolant Test Kit. An expired kit
will not give accurate readings. will not give accurate readings.
Drain cooling system at drain (4) and refill (3) with approved Drain cooling system at drain (4) and refill (3) with approved
coolant as indicated below. coolant as indicated below.
Situation Interval Situation Interval

if using approved coolant other than John 2000 hours if using approved coolant other than John 2000 hours
Deere Cool-Gard Deere Cool-Gard
if proper SCA levels are not maintained when 2000 hours if proper SCA levels are not maintained when 2000 hours
using Cool-Gard using Cool-Gard
if using Cool-Gard with properly maintained 5000 hours if using Cool-Gard with properly maintained 5000 hours
SCA levels SCA levels
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Coolant change interval depends on coolant used and • Coolant change interval depends on coolant used and
whether SCA levels are properly maintained. Read note whether SCA levels are properly maintained. Read note
above carefully to ensure coolant is changed at the correct above carefully to ensure coolant is changed at the correct
interval. interval.
• The use of non-approved coolant may lead to engine damage • The use of non-approved coolant may lead to engine damage
or premature engine failure and will void engine warranty. or premature engine failure and will void engine warranty.
Saver Sub Saver Sub
As needed, replace saver sub on spindle. As needed, replace saver sub on spindle.
To replace: To replace:
1. Smooth end of sub with file. 1. Smooth end of sub with file.
2. Remove two nuts on rod end of cylinders (2). 2. Remove two nuts on rod end of cylinders (2).
3. Remove wrench collar (1). 3. Remove wrench collar (1).
4. Remove six screws (3) and saver sub (4). 4. Remove six screws (3) and saver sub (4).
5. Remove and replace o-ring if necessary. 5. Remove and replace o-ring if necessary.
FILTERS FILTERS
FILTERS FILTERS
1 check drilling fluid pump y-strainer 10 1 check drilling fluid pump y-strainer 10
2 change fuel filter (initial) 50 2 change fuel filter (initial) 50
2 change fuel filter 150 2 change fuel filter 150
3 check muffler as needed 3 check muffler as needed
4, 5 check air filter as needed 4, 5 check air filter as needed
Drilling Fluid Pump Y- Drilling Fluid Pump Y-

Strainer Strainer
Check fluid pump y-strainer every Check fluid pump y-strainer every
10 hours or daily. Remove cap and 10 hours or daily. Remove cap and
strainer. Clean strainer if necessary. strainer. Clean strainer if necessary.
FILTERS FILTERS
Fuel Filter Fuel Filter

Replace fuel filter every 1000 hours Replace fuel filter every 1000 hours
or yearly. If you refuel from cans, or yearly. If you refuel from cans,
replace filter more often. See “Parts replace filter more often. See “Parts
Manual” or contact your Ditch Witch Manual” or contact your Ditch Witch
dealer for correct replacement filter. dealer for correct replacement filter.
Air Filter Air Filter

Change air filter when red band fills Change air filter when red band fills
window on air filter service window on air filter service
indicator. indicator.
To change: To change:
1. Open air filter case. 1. Open air filter case.

2. Remove paper element (A) and 2. Remove paper element (A) and
precleaner (B). precleaner (B).
3. Wipe inside of housing and wash end cup. 3. Wipe inside of housing and wash end cup.
4. Insert new paper element. 4. Insert new paper element.
5. Close air filter case. 5. Close air filter case.
6. Reset air filter service indicator. 6. Reset air filter service indicator.
Muffler Muffler
Change muffler as needed. Change muffler as needed.
POWER COMPONENTS POWER COMPONENTS
1 check thrust chain tension as needed 1 check thrust chain tension as needed
2 check track tension and condition as needed 2 check track tension and condition as needed
Track Tension Track Tension

Check track tension as needed. To Check track tension as needed. To
adjust track tension, pump MPG into adjust track tension, pump MPG into
fitting (A) until dimension (B) is fitting (A) until dimension (B) is
21.84” (555 mm). 21.84” (555 mm).
Thrust Chain Tension Thrust Chain Tension

Adjust thrust chain tension as Adjust thrust chain tension as
needed. needed.
To adjust: To adjust:
1. Move carriage to front of frame. 1. Move carriage to front of frame.

2. Loosen jam nut (A). 2. Loosen jam nut (A).
3. Turn nut (B) clockwise to tighten 3. Turn nut (B) clockwise to tighten
and counterclockwise to loosen chain. and counterclockwise to loosen chain.
Chain is properly adjusted when bottom of chain is .25” Chain is properly adjusted when bottom of chain is .25”
(6 mm) above frame when pulled with approximately 20 lb (6 mm) above frame when pulled with approximately 20 lb
(9 kg) of force. (9 kg) of force.
PIPE LOADER AUTOMATION PIPE LOADER AUTOMATION
Proximity Switches Proximity Switches

Check the following proximity switches daily. Check the following proximity switches daily.
• Front wrench switch (1) • Front wrench switch (1)

• Slow zone switch (2) • Slow zone switch (2)
• Stop zone switch (3) • Stop zone switch (3)
• Full back switch (4) • Full back switch (4)
• Rear pipe presence switch (5)* • Rear pipe presence switch (5)*
• Rear shuttle extended switch (6)* • Rear shuttle extended switch (6)*
• Rear shuttle retracted switch (7)* • Rear shuttle retracted switch (7)*
• Front pipe presence switch (8)* • Front pipe presence switch (8)*
To check: To check:
1. Turn drilling unit key to the on position. Do not start engine. 1. Turn drilling unit key to the on position. Do not start engine.
2. Place metal object above target on each switch. 2. Place metal object above target on each switch.
3. If yellow light on switch comes on, switch sensors are 3. If yellow light on switch comes on, switch sensors are
functioning. functioning.
*Called out later in chapter. *Called out later in chapter.

Shuttle Switches Shuttle Switches
Check position of shuttle extended and retracted switches daily. Check position of shuttle extended and retracted switches daily.
• If light does not come on, object switch is sensing is out of • If light does not come on, object switch is sensing is out of
range. range.
To adjust switch position: To adjust switch position:
1. Loosen nuts and screws (1). 1. Loosen nuts and screws (1).
2. Adjust switch until both lights come on. 2. Adjust switch until both lights come on.
3. Tighten screws and nuts. 3. Tighten screws and nuts.
Pipe Presence Switches Pipe Presence Switches
Check position of front and rear pipe presence switches daily. Check position of front and rear pipe presence switches daily.
• If switch is positioned correctly, both lights will come on when • If switch is positioned correctly, both lights will come on when
pipe is in shuttle. pipe is in shuttle.
To adjust switch position: To adjust switch position:
1. Loosen nuts and screws (1). 1. Loosen nuts and screws (1).
2. Adjust switch with shims (p/n 107-450 or 107-451) 2. Adjust switch with shims (p/n 107-450 or 107-451)
as needed. as needed.
3. Tighten screws and nuts. 3. Tighten screws and nuts.
PIPE PIPE
PIPE PIPE
Before pipe is used first time: Before pipe is used first time:
1. Move pipe back and forth over automated pipe lubricator. 1. Move pipe back and forth over automated pipe lubricator.
2. Join pipe and tighten joint. 2. Join pipe and tighten joint.
3. Break joint. 3. Break joint.
4. Move pipe back to box and repeat. 4. Move pipe back to box and repeat.
Each time pipe is used: Each time pipe is used:
• Keep threads clean and well-lubed with joint compound. Lube • Keep threads clean and well-lubed with joint compound. Lube
threads and shoulders of male joints with joint compound. threads and shoulders of male joints with joint compound.
• Keep inside of pipe clean. Drain fluid from pipe. • Keep inside of pipe clean. Drain fluid from pipe.
• Replace damaged pipe. • Replace damaged pipe.
• Only use tool joint compound available from your Ditch Witch • Only use tool joint compound available from your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
• Follow directions carefully. Screw pipes together correctly. Do • Follow directions carefully. Screw pipes together correctly. Do
not bend pipe beyond recommended bend limit. not bend pipe beyond recommended bend limit.
Cleaning Threads Cleaning Threads
Clean threads as needed with high-pressure water and soap. Do Clean threads as needed with high-pressure water and soap. Do
not use gasoline or similar solvents. not use gasoline or similar solvents.
TROUBLESHOOT STRIKE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOT STRIKE SYSTEM
When strike system detects a problem, an error code will be When strike system detects a problem, an error code will be
displayed. Anytime this happens, press self test button to retest. displayed. Anytime this happens, press self test button to retest.
If error code is still displayed and does not appear in this chart, If error code is still displayed and does not appear in this chart,
have control module checked or replaced. have control module checked or replaced.
Other problem situations and their possible causes and solutions Other problem situations and their possible causes and solutions
are listed in the chart below. are listed in the chart below.
Problem Possible cause Possible solution Problem Possible cause Possible solution
No lights or LCD Problems in start-up Push Status button. If No lights or LCD Problems in start-up Push Status button. If
showing after problem goes away, retest showing after problem goes away, retest
drilling unit key strike system drilling unit key strike system
has been on at has been on at
least one minute No power to strike system Check drilling unit electric least one minute No power to strike system Check drilling unit electric
control module system control module system
Check that cable from Check that cable from

drilling unit to strike system drilling unit to strike system
control module is connected control module is connected

drilling unit carries more drilling unit carries more
than 10 volts than 10 volts
Defective control module Have control module Defective control module Have control module
checked or replaced checked or replaced
LCD is blank Strike system is not getting Check drilling unit electric LCD is blank Strike system is not getting Check drilling unit electric
adequate power from system adequate power from system
drilling unit drilling unit

System OK light Strike system is not getting Check drilling unit electric System OK light Strike system is not getting Check drilling unit electric
is on, but battery adequate power from system is on, but battery adequate power from system
power light is off drilling unit power light is off drilling unit

Battery power Problem detected during Check for error code and Battery power Problem detected during Check for error code and
light is on, but test have control module light is on, but test have control module
system OK light is checked or replaced system OK light is checked or replaced
off off
Strobe light on Improper connections with Check connections and Strobe light on Improper connections with Check connections and
drilling unit does control module wiring drilling unit does control module wiring
not work during not work during
total test Defective strobe light Disconnect strobe and total test Defective strobe light Disconnect strobe and
connect to external 12 volt connect to external 12 volt
power source. If strobe does power source. If strobe does
not work, replace. not work, replace.
Strobe light on Improper connections with Check connections and Strobe light on Improper connections with Check connections and
fluid unit does not control module, relay, or wiring fluid unit does not control module, relay, or wiring
work during total strobe light work during total strobe light
test test
Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and
check that relay carries check that relay carries
more than 12 volts more than 12 volts
Horn on drilling Improper connections with Check connections and Horn on drilling Improper connections with Check connections and
unit does not control module wiring unit does not control module wiring
work during total work during total
test Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and test Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and
Strobe light and Improper connections with Check connections, wiring Strobe light and Improper connections with Check connections, wiring
horn on drilling control module and fuse horn on drilling control module and fuse
unit do not work unit do not work
during total test Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and during total test Defective fluid unit relay Disconnect strobe and
EC2 and current Improper connections with Check connections and EC2 and current Improper connections with Check connections and
problem light on control module color code at current problem light on control module color code at current
transformer (X1-white, X2- transformer (X1-white, X2-
black, X3-red) black, X3-red)
Defective current Disconnect current Defective current Disconnect current

transformer transformer. Check that transformer transformer. Check that
resistance X1 to X2 is 40-70 resistance X1 to X2 is 40-70
ohms and X2 to X3 is 1-10 ohms and X2 to X3 is 1-10
ohms. If not, replace ohms. If not, replace
USE ELECTRIC STRIKE SIMULATOR USE ELECTRIC STRIKE SIMULATOR
The Electric Strike Simulator (Part Number 259-506) can be used The Electric Strike Simulator (Part Number 259-506) can be used
to test voltage and current sensors on strike indicator. If LCD to test voltage and current sensors on strike indicator. If LCD
readings are less than indicated here, replace 9 volt battery in readings are less than indicated here, replace 9 volt battery in
simulator and retest. simulator and retest.
Current Test Current Test

To test for current at normal levels: To test for current at normal levels:
1. Thread one lead wire through current transformer. 1. Thread one lead wire through current transformer.
2. Clip ends of lead wires together to make one loop. 2. Clip ends of lead wires together to make one loop.
3. Move simulator switch to "current" and press test button. 3. Move simulator switch to "current" and press test button.
4. Watch LCD and lights above display on strike system. 4. Watch LCD and lights above display on strike system.
• three or four lights should turn on • three or four lights should turn on
• current "A" should show 40-60% in display • current "A" should show 40-60% in display
To test for current at strike levels: To test for current at strike levels:
1. Put 2 or 3 loops through current transformer. 1. Put 2 or 3 loops through current transformer.
2. Follow steps above to test. 2. Follow steps above to test.
3. Display should show the following: 3. Display should show the following:
• all lights should turn on • all lights should turn on
• horn and strobe should turn on • horn and strobe should turn on
In addition, with 2 loops, In addition, with 2 loops,
• current "A" should be 90-130% • current "A" should be 90-130%
• strike indication might go on and off • strike indication might go on and off
With 3 loops, With 3 loops,
• current should be 140-190% • current should be 140-190%
• strike indication should be continuous • strike indication should be continuous
Voltage Test Voltage Test

1. Place voltage limiter on something insulated from ground and 1. Place voltage limiter on something insulated from ground and
drilling unit (such as dry board or tire), but near frame of drilling unit (such as dry board or tire), but near frame of
drilling unit. drilling unit.
2. Clip one lead to frame. 2. Clip one lead to frame.
3. Clip other lead to one voltage limiter mount. 3. Clip other lead to one voltage limiter mount.
4. Move simulator switch to "voltage" and press test button. 4. Move simulator switch to "voltage" and press test button.
5. Watch LCD and lights above display on strike system. 5. Watch LCD and lights above display on strike system.
• all lights should turn on • all lights should turn on
• horn and strobe should turn on • horn and strobe should turn on
• voltage "V" should show 90-130% • voltage "V" should show 90-130%
It is normal for simulator voltage levels to drift below strike level. It is normal for simulator voltage levels to drift below strike level.
When this happens, light in triangle should go off and horn and When this happens, light in triangle should go off and horn and
strobe should stop working. If the level drifts above strike level strobe should stop working. If the level drifts above strike level
again, light, horn, and strobe should be turned on again. again, light, horn, and strobe should be turned on again.
JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS 159 JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS 159
DRILLING UNIT DRILLING UNIT
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions U.S. Metric Dimensions U.S. Metric

Length 200 in 5.1 m Length 200 in 5.1 m
Height 86 in 2.2 m Height 86 in 2.2 m
Width 54 in 1.4 m Width 54 in 1.4 m
Operating with 40 lined drill pipe, pipe 10, 500 lb 4763 kg Operating with 40 lined drill pipe, pipe 10, 500 lb 4763 kg
weight loader, anchoring system weight loader, anchoring system
and anchors and anchors
Drill pipe U.S. Metric Drill pipe U.S. Metric
Length 118.1 in 3m Length 118.1 in 3m
Joint diameter 2.5 in 64 mm Joint diameter 2.5 in 64 mm
Tubing diameter 2.1 in 52 mm Tubing diameter 2.1 in 52 mm
Min. bend radius 130 ft 40 m Min. bend radius 130 ft 40 m
Weight (lined) 64 lb 29 kg Weight (lined) 64 lb 29 kg
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Operational U.S. Metric Operational U.S. Metric

Spindle Speed 0-200 rpm 0-200 rpm Spindle Speed 0-200 rpm 0-200 rpm
Torque 1800 ft•lb 2440N•m Torque 1800 ft•lb 2440N•m
Carriage speed 130 fpm 40 mpm Carriage speed 130 fpm 40 mpm
Thrust 17,000 lb 7710 kg Thrust 17,000 lb 7710 kg
Pullback 17,000 lb 7710 kg Pullback 17,000 lb 7710 kg
Bore diameter 3-5 in 76-127 mm Bore diameter 3-5 in 76-127 mm
Backreamed diameter soil dependent Backreamed diameter soil dependent
Ground drive forward 0-2 mph 0-3.2 km/h Ground drive forward 0-2 mph 0-3.2 km/h
speed speed
reverse 0-2 mph 0-3.2 km/h reverse 0-2 mph 0-3.2 km/h
Engine U.S. Metric Engine U.S. Metric
Engine: John Deere model #4045D Engine: John Deere model #4045D
Fuel: diesel Fuel: diesel
Cooling medium: liquid Cooling medium: liquid
Aspiration: natural Aspiration: natural
Number of cylinders: 4 Number of cylinders: 4
Displacement 276 cu in 4.5 L Displacement 276 cu in 4.5 L
Bore 4.19 in 106 mm Bore 4.19 in 106 mm
Stroke 5 in 127 mm Stroke 5 in 127 mm
Gross power @2500 rpm 85 hp 63 kW Gross power @2500 rpm 85 hp 63 kW
Maximum governed speed (no load) 2500 rpm 2500 rpm Maximum governed speed (no load) 2500 rpm 2500 rpm
Operating power @ 2500 rpm 76 hp 57 kW Operating power @ 2500 rpm 76 hp 57 kW
JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS 161 JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS 161
Hydraulic system U.S. Metric Hydraulic system U.S. Metric

Flow rate Thrust/auxiliary pump 7 gpm 26 L/min Flow rate Thrust/auxiliary pump 7 gpm 26 L/min
Rotation/ground drive pump 45 gpm 170 L/min Rotation/ground drive pump 45 gpm 170 L/min
Drilling fluid pump 12 gpm 45 L/min Drilling fluid pump 12 gpm 45 L/min
Relief Thrust/auxiliary pump 3000 psi 210 bar Relief Thrust/auxiliary pump 3000 psi 210 bar
setting setting
Rotation/ground drive pump 3000 psi 210 bar Rotation/ground drive pump 3000 psi 210 bar
Drilling fluid pump 2500 psi 170 bar Drilling fluid pump 2500 psi 170 bar
Fluid capacities U.S. Metric Fluid capacities U.S. Metric
Fuel tank 33 gal 125 L Fuel tank 33 gal 125 L
Hydraulic reservoir 20 gal 76 L Hydraulic reservoir 20 gal 76 L
Engine oil with filter 9 qt 8.5 L Engine oil with filter 9 qt 8.5 L
Drilling fluid system (onboard) U.S. Metric Drilling fluid system (onboard) U.S. Metric
Fluid pressure 1250 psi 86 bar Fluid pressure 1250 psi 86 bar
Flow rate (variable) 0-18 gpm 0-68.1 L/min Flow rate (variable) 0-18 gpm 0-68.1 L/min
Fluid pressure 700 psi 48 bar Fluid pressure 700 psi 48 bar
Flow rate (variable) 0-25 gpm 0-94.6 L/min Flow rate (variable) 0-25 gpm 0-94.6 L/min
Battery Battery
SAE reserve capacity 120 min, SAE cold crank @ 0° F (-18° C) 800 SAE reserve capacity 120 min, SAE cold crank @ 0° F (-18° C) 800
amps amps
Noise Level: Noise Level:

Operator: 85 dbA sound pressure per ISO 6394. Operator: 85 dbA sound pressure per ISO 6394.
Exterior: 106 dbA sound power per ISO 6393. Exterior: 106 dbA sound power per ISO 6393.
162 JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS 162 JT1720 - SPECIFICATIONS
JT1720 - APPENDIX 163 JT1720 - APPENDIX 163
A. BEND LIMITS A. BEND LIMITS
APPENDIX APPENDIX
Turns in the bore path should be made gradually. All Ditch Witch Turns in the bore path should be made gradually. All Ditch Witch
pipes have recommended bend limits. JT1720 drill pipes have a pipes have recommended bend limits. JT1720 drill pipes have a
tested bend radius of 130’ (39.6 m), meaning a 90 degree bend tested bend radius of 130’ (39.6 m), meaning a 90 degree bend
requires 130’ (39.6 m) of forward distance and approximately requires 130’ (39.6 m) of forward distance and approximately
204’ (62.2 m) of pipe. Make sure pitch changes no more than 7% 204’ (62.2 m) of pipe. Make sure pitch changes no more than 7%
per pipe. per pipe.
NOTICE: Bending pipe more sharply than recommended will NOTICE: Bending pipe more sharply than recommended will
damage pipe and cause failure over time. Changes in pitch must damage pipe and cause failure over time. Changes in pitch must
be equally distributed over the length of a pipe. Maximum % be equally distributed over the length of a pipe. Maximum %
changes in pitch with 1-2’ of pipe create sharp bends and will changes in pitch with 1-2’ of pipe create sharp bends and will
damage pipe. damage pipe.
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Bending pipe tighter than recommended limits will over-stress Bending pipe tighter than recommended limits will over-stress
pipe and cause damage that cannot be seen. This damage adds pipe and cause damage that cannot be seen. This damage adds
up and can later lead to sudden pipe failure. Use the following up and can later lead to sudden pipe failure. Use the following
charts to keep bends within safe limits. charts to keep bends within safe limits.
See table on next page for lateral (A) and forward (B) dimensions. See table on next page for lateral (A) and forward (B) dimensions.
Pipe U.S. Metric Pipe U.S. Metric

No. No.
Forward (B) Lateral (A) Forward (B) Lateral (A) Forward (B) Lateral (A) Forward (B) Lateral (A)
1 9 ft 10 in 0 ft 5 in 3m .1 m 1 9 ft 10 in 0 ft 5 in 3m .1 m
2 19 ft 7 in 1 ft 6 in 6m .5 m 2 19 ft 7 in 1 ft 6 in 6m .5 m
3 29 ft 3 in 3 ft 4 in 8.9 m 1m 3 29 ft 3 in 3 ft 4 in 8.9 m 1m
4 38 ft 9 in 5 ft 11 in 11.8 m 1.8 m 4 38 ft 9 in 5 ft 11 in 11.8 m 1.8 m
7 65 ft 9 in 17 ft 10 in 20 m 5.4 m 7 65 ft 9 in 17 ft 10 in 20 m 5.4 m
11 96 ft 2 in 42 ft 7 in 29.3 m 13 m 11 96 ft 2 in 42 ft 7 in 29.3 m 13 m
Dimensions given at minimum bend radius--130 ft (39.6 m) Dimensions given at minimum bend radius--130 ft (39.6 m)
B. ENTRY PITCH, SETBACK, AND DEPTH B. ENTRY PITCH, SETBACK, AND DEPTH
B. ENTRY PITCH, SETBACK, AND DEPTH B. ENTRY PITCH, SETBACK, AND DEPTH
Entry pitch, setback, and depth work together with bend limits to Entry pitch, setback, and depth work together with bend limits to
determine bore path. Entry pitch is drilling unit slope compared to determine bore path. Entry pitch is drilling unit slope compared to
level ground. Setback is distance from entry to horizontal. level ground. Setback is distance from entry to horizontal.
Minimum depth is measured at point bore becomes horizontal. Minimum depth is measured at point bore becomes horizontal.
EA SB d D EA SB d D
-20 33 ft 4 in (10.16 m) 1 ft 7 in (.48 m) 4 ft 1 in (1.25 m) -20 33 ft 4 in (10.16 m) 1 ft 7 in (.48 m) 4 ft 1 in (1.25 m)
Based on: Based on:
1. 130’ (39.6 m) minimum bend radius. 1. 130’ (39.6 m) minimum bend radius.
2. L=Beacon housing, EZ-Connect, and transition sub, and 1/3 of 2. L=Beacon housing, EZ-Connect, and transition sub, and 1/3 of
first drill pipe (totalling 8’ 0” [2.4 m]) in the ground before first drill pipe (totalling 8’ 0” [2.4 m]) in the ground before
steering. steering.
C. DRILLING FLUID REQUIREMENTS C. DRILLING FLUID REQUIREMENTS
Backreaming is only successful when enough fluid reaches the Backreaming is only successful when enough fluid reaches the
bore. The amount of fluid needed depends on sizes of bore, bore. The amount of fluid needed depends on sizes of bore,
pullback material, and nozzles. pullback material, and nozzles.
The chart on the next page can be used to determine the The chart on the next page can be used to determine the
minimum amount of fluid needed in perfect conditions. Use minimum amount of fluid needed in perfect conditions. Use
more than amount indicated or bore might be dry and more than amount indicated or bore might be dry and
unsuccessful. unsuccessful.
Backreamer/product diameter Gallons per foot Liters per meter Backreamer/product diameter Gallons per foot Liters per meter
.5 in 1.27 cm .01 .13 .5 in 1.27 cm .01 .13
1 in 2.54 cm .04 .51 1 in 2.54 cm .04 .51
1.5 in 3.81 cm .09 1.14 1.5 in 3.81 cm .09 1.14
2 in 5.08 cm .16 2.03 2 in 5.08 cm .16 2.03
2.5 in 6.35 cm .25 3.17 2.5 in 6.35 cm .25 3.17
3 in 7.62 cm .37 4.56 3 in 7.62 cm .37 4.56
3.5 in 8.89 cm .5 6.21 3.5 in 8.89 cm .5 6.21
4 in 10.16 cm .65 8.11 4 in 10.16 cm .65 8.11
4.5 in 11.43 cm .83 10.26 4.5 in 11.43 cm .83 10.26
5 in 12.70 cm 1.02 12.67 5 in 12.70 cm 1.02 12.67
5.5 in 13.97 cm 1.23 15.33 5.5 in 13.97 cm 1.23 15.33
6 in 15.24 cm 1.47 18.24 6 in 15.24 cm 1.47 18.24
6.5 in 16.51 cm 1.72 21.41 6.5 in 16.51 cm 1.72 21.41
7 in 17.78 cm 2 24.83 7 in 17.78 cm 2 24.83
7.5 in 19.05 cm 2.29 28.50 7.5 in 19.05 cm 2.29 28.50
8 in 20.32 cm 2.61 32.43 8 in 20.32 cm 2.61 32.43
8.5 in 21.59 cm 2.95 36.61 8.5 in 21.59 cm 2.95 36.61
9 in 22.86 cm 3.30 41.04 9 in 22.86 cm 3.30 41.04
9.5 in 24.13 cm 3.68 45.73 9.5 in 24.13 cm 3.68 45.73
10 in 25.40 cm 4.08 50.67 10 in 25.40 cm 4.08 50.67
10.5 in 26.67 cm 4.5 55.86 10.5 in 26.67 cm 4.5 55.86
11 in 27.94 cm 4.94 61.31 11 in 27.94 cm 4.94 61.31
11.5 in 29.21 cm 5.4 67.01 11.5 in 29.21 cm 5.4 67.01
12 in 30.48 cm 5.88 72.97 12 in 30.48 cm 5.88 72.97
12.5 in 31.75 cm 6.37 79.17 12.5 in 31.75 cm 6.37 79.17
13 in 33.02 cm 6.9 85.63 13 in 33.02 cm 6.9 85.63
13.5 in 34.29 cm 7.44 92.35 13.5 in 34.29 cm 7.44 92.35
14 in 35.56 cm 8 99.31 14 in 35.56 cm 8 99.31
14.5 in 36.83 cm 8.58 106.54 14.5 in 36.83 cm 8.58 106.54
15 in 38.1 cm 9.18 114.01 15 in 38.1 cm 9.18 114.01
15.5 in 39.37 cm 9.8 121.74 15.5 in 39.37 cm 9.8 121.74
16 in 40.64 cm 10.44 129.72 16 in 40.64 cm 10.44 129.72
16.5 in 41.91 cm 11.11 137.95 16.5 in 41.91 cm 11.11 137.95
17 in 43.18 cm 11.79 146.44 17 in 43.18 cm 11.79 146.44
17.5 in 44.45 cm 12.49 155.18 17.5 in 44.45 cm 12.49 155.18
18 in 45.72 cm 13.22 164.17 18 in 45.72 cm 13.22 164.17
Backreamer/product diameter Gallons per foot Liters per meter Backreamer/product diameter Gallons per foot Liters per meter
18.5 in 46.99 cm 13.96 173.42 18.5 in 46.99 cm 13.96 173.42
19 in 48.26 cm 14.73 182.92 19 in 48.26 cm 14.73 182.92
19.5 in 49.53 cm 15.51 192.68 19.5 in 49.53 cm 15.51 192.68
20 in 50.8 cm 16.32 202.68 20 in 50.8 cm 16.32 202.68
20.5 in 52.07 cm 17.15 212.94 20.5 in 52.07 cm 17.15 212.94
21 in 53.34 cm 17.99 223.46 21 in 53.34 cm 17.99 223.46
21.5 in 54.61 cm 18.86 234.23 21.5 in 54.61 cm 18.86 234.23
22 in 55.88 cm 19.75 245.25 22 in 55.88 cm 19.75 245.25
22.5 in 57.15 cm 20.65 256.52 22.5 in 57.15 cm 20.65 256.52
23 in 58.42 cm 21.58 268.05 23 in 58.42 cm 21.58 268.05
23.5 in 59.69 cm 22.53 279.83 23.5 in 59.69 cm 22.53 279.83
24 in 60.96 cm 23.5 291.86 24 in 60.96 cm 23.5 291.86
24.5 in 62.23 cm 24.49 304.15 24.5 in 62.23 cm 24.49 304.15
25 in 63.5 cm 25.5 316.69 25 in 63.5 cm 25.5 316.69
25.5 in 64.77 cm 26.53 329.49 25.5 in 64.77 cm 26.53 329.49
26 in 66.04 cm 27.58 342.53 26 in 66.04 cm 27.58 342.53
D. NOZZLE FLOW D. NOZZLE FLOW
Select nozzles that will supply at least the amount of fluid per Select nozzles that will supply at least the amount of fluid per
minute needed for the flow and pressure you will be using. A minute needed for the flow and pressure you will be using. A
nozzle that will supply more fluid per minute is recommended. nozzle that will supply more fluid per minute is recommended.
U.S. Nozzle Flow U.S. Nozzle Flow
A - Flow per nozzle, gallons/minute A - Flow per nozzle, gallons/minute
B - Nozzle pressure, psi B - Nozzle pressure, psi
C - Nozzle size C - Nozzle size

Metric Nozzle Flow Metric Nozzle Flow
A - Flow per nozzle, liters/minute A - Flow per nozzle, liters/minute
B - Nozzle pressure, bar B - Nozzle pressure, bar
C - Nozzle size C - Nozzle size

JT1720 - WARRANTY 173 JT1720 - WARRANTY 173
WARRANTY WARRANTY
Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts
North American* North American*
Limited Warranty Policy Limited Warranty Policy
Major Component Limited Warranty Major Component Limited Warranty

Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year, Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year,
whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The
Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under
Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The
Charles Machine Works, Inc. (“CMW”). Replacement parts and other serial Charles Machine Works, Inc. (“CMW”). Replacement parts and other serial
numbered products (“Products”) that are not listed under Major Component numbered products (“Products”) that are not listed under Major Component
Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited
Warranty. Warranty.
Major Components are defined as: Major Components are defined as:
• Frames. • Frames.
• Differentials and parts contained within. • Differentials and parts contained within.
• Mechanical transmissions. • Mechanical transmissions.
• Drive gearboxes and parts contained within. • Drive gearboxes and parts contained within.
• Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or • Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or
protect pumps and motors. protect pumps and motors.
• Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling • Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling
hydraulic components. hydraulic components.
• Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits. • Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits.
• Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for • Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for
electrical systems. electrical systems.
• Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces. • Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces.
Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for
any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship
within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major
component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a
major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will
provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon
inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it
deems appropriate. deems appropriate.
* Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto * Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto
Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy. Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.
174 JT1720 - WARRANTY 174 JT1720 - WARRANTY
Product Limited Warranty Product Limited Warranty

Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free
replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any
product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period. product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period.
Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such
replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted
only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational
life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will
be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized
dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its
inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves
the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate. the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.
JT1720 - WARRANTY 175 JT1720 - WARRANTY 175
Exclusions Exclusions
from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty
Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are: Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are:
• Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of • Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of
products, major components, or parts. products, major components, or parts.
• Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole • Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole
tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets). tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets).
• All incidental or consequential damages. • All incidental or consequential damages.
• All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper • All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper
installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products
were intended. were intended.
• All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or • All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or
servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturer’s servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturer’s
recommendations. recommendations.
• All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original • All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original
manufacturer’s warranty). manufacturer’s warranty).
• Parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s warranty (such warranty • Parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s warranty (such warranty
will be available to purchaser). will be available to purchaser).
• All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of • All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability. fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability.
IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS
DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE
ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A
COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED. WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED.
Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most
conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all
conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under
anticipated working conditions prior to purchase. anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.
This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not
allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above
limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion
of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
176 JT1720 - WARRANTY 176 JT1720 - WARRANTY
For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMW’s Product Support For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMW’s Product Support
department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
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SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER

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Date of manufacture: Date of manufacture:

Drilling unit serial number: Drilling unit serial number:

SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE

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Operator's Manual Operator's Manual

Issue No. 5.0/OP-4/11 Issue No. 5.0/OP-4/11

, Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd, , Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd,

BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

LUBRICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

SETUP CONSOLE OVERVIEW SETUP CONSOLE OVERVIEW

• Left stabilizer control (1) • Left stabilizer control (1)

SETUP CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS SETUP CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Left Stabilizer Control Left Stabilizer Control

• Push to lower. • Push to lower.

Frame Tilt Control Frame Tilt Control

• Push to lower. • Push to lower.

Right Stabilizer Control Right Stabilizer Control

• Push to lower. • Push to lower.

Cold Start Switch Cold Start Switch

• Turn key to on position. • Turn key to on position.

Auxiliary Track Drive Switches Auxiliary Track Drive Switches

These switches control movement These switches control movement

• Press top of right switch to • Press top of right switch to

This gauge measures voltage in This gauge measures voltage in

This gauge records engine This gauge records engine

TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER

• Test port (1) • Test port (1)

TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER TETHERED GROUND DRIVE CONTROLLER

Test Port Test Port

Speed/direction Control Speed/direction Control

• Push to move forward. • Push to move forward.

Power Mode Switch Power Mode Switch

Remote Engine Stop Switch Remote Engine Stop Switch

Operator Presence Switch Operator Presence Switch

Throttle Switch Throttle Switch

This switch controls engine This switch controls engine

• Push to increase speed. • Push to increase speed.

LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS LEFT CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Fluid Flow Control Fluid Flow Control

Back Wrench Switch Back Wrench Switch

Front Wrench Switch Front Wrench Switch

• Press top to release pipe. • Press top to release pipe.

Pipe Lift Switch Pipe Lift Switch

• Press top to lower. • Press top to lower.

Pipe Shuttle Switch Pipe Shuttle Switch

Engine Throttle Switch Engine Throttle Switch

• Press top to increase speed. • Press top to increase speed.

Pipe Lubricator Switch Pipe Lubricator Switch

• Press top to apply joint • Press top to apply joint

Auxiliary Wrench Switch Auxiliary Wrench Switch

• Press bottom to release pipe. • Press bottom to release pipe.

Pipe Autoload Selector Pipe Autoload Selector

• Press top when drilling. • Press top when drilling.

Pullback Speed Control Pullback Speed Control

This knob controls maximum This knob controls maximum

• Turn clockwise to increase. • Turn clockwise to increase.

RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW RIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW