Support Support: Serial Number Record Serial Number Record

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SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SERIAL NUMBER RECORD
SUPPORT SUPPORT
SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SERIAL NUMBER RECORD
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.
Tractor (1) and engine serial numbers (2) are located as shown. Tractor (1) and engine serial numbers (2) are located as shown.
Date of Manufacture: Date of Manufacture:

Date of Purchase: Date of Purchase:
Tractor Serial Number: Tractor Serial Number:
Front Attachment Serial Number: Front Attachment Serial Number:
Rear Attachment Serial Number: Rear Attachment Serial Number:
Trailer Serial Number: Trailer Serial Number:
Engine Serial Number: Engine 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 Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of
equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and
placed on file by owner at time of purchase. placed on file by owner at time of purchase.
Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty
consideration. consideration.
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. parts may void Warranty.
RESOURCES RESOURCES
Publications Publications
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications and videos Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications and videos
covering safety, operation, service, and repair of your equipment. covering safety, 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.
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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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RT115 Tier 2 RT115 Tier 2

Operator’s Manual Operator’s Manual
Issue Number 1.1/OP-12/03 Issue Number 1.1/OP-12/03
Part Number 054-116 Part Number 054-116
Copyright 2003 Copyright 2003

by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,
Perry, Oklahoma Perry, Oklahoma
, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, , Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd,

Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser,
Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II,
Pierce Airrow, and The Underground are registered trademarks Pierce Airrow, and The Underground are registered trademarks
of The Charles Machine Works, Inc. of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
The Underground Authority Worldwide is a pending trademark of The Underground Authority Worldwide is a pending trademark of
The Charles Machine Works, Inc. The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
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CONTENTS CONTENTS
SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Control Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Control Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Control Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Control Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Drive Position Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Drive Position Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Drive Position Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Drive Position Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Work Position Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Work Position Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Work Position Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Work Position Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Seat Adjustment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Seat Adjustment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Seat Adjustment Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Seat Adjustment Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Overhead Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Overhead Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Overhead Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Overhead Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Trencher Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Trencher Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Trencher Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Trencher Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Plow Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Plow Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Plow Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Plow Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Reel Winder Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Reel Winder Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Reel Winder Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Reel Winder Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Saw Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Saw Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Saw Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Saw Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Backhoe Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Backhoe Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Backhoe Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Backhoe Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
DRILLING ATTACHMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 DRILLING ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . 146 Drilling Attachment Control Description . . . . . . . . . . 146
Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Prepare Jobsite and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Add Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Backream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Disassemble Joints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Disassemble Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Approved Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Approved Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Welding Precaution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Welding Precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
10 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 10 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
50 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 50 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
100 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 100 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
250 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 250 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
500 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 500 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
1000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 1000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
2000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 2000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
5000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 5000 Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
As Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 As Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

Tier 2 Service Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Tier 2 Service Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

RT115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 RT115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
H910 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 H910 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
H911 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 H911 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
H932 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 H932 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
H952 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 H952 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
H1140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 H1140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
A720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 A720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
A920 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 A920 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
RC115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 RC115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
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OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
The RT115 Tier 2 tractor is designed for installation of service The RT115 Tier 2 tractor is designed for installation of service
lines. It can be fitted with a trencher, vibratory plow, saw, lines. It can be fitted with a trencher, vibratory plow, saw,
backhoe or combo plow/trencher attachment. Optional enclosed backhoe or combo plow/trencher attachment. Optional enclosed
cab, work lights, air conditioning, cruise control, rear and cab, work lights, air conditioning, cruise control, rear and
coordinated steering, drilling attachment, and reel carriers are coordinated steering, drilling attachment, and reel carriers are
also available. All rear-mounted attachments feature a new side also available. All rear-mounted attachments feature a new side
plate frame mounting system. plate frame mounting system.
1. Rollover Protective Structure 1. Rollover Protective Structure

2. Operator station 2. Operator station
3. Control console 3. Control console
4. Engine compartment 4. Engine compartment
5. Backfill blade 5. Backfill blade
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The H910 trencher for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor cuts a trench with The H910 trencher for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor cuts a trench with
maximum depth of 94 in (2.4 m). Maximum trench width for the maximum depth of 94 in (2.4 m). Maximum trench width for the
H910 is 24 in (610 mm). H910 is 24 in (610 mm).
The H911 trencher for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor cuts a trench with The H911 trencher for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor cuts a trench with
maximum depth of 94 in (2.4 m). Maximum trench width for the maximum depth of 94 in (2.4 m). Maximum trench width for the
H911 is 24 in (610 mm). Hydraulic traverse on the H911 allows H911 is 24 in (610 mm). Hydraulic traverse on the H911 allows
the trencher to move across the full width of the tractor. the trencher to move across the full width of the tractor.
The H932 plow for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor has a cover depth of The H932 plow for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor has a cover depth of
36 in (915 mm). The H932 is capable of pulling 3 inch (80 mm) 36 in (915 mm). The H932 is capable of pulling 3 inch (80 mm)
material and feeding 2 inch (50 mm) material. material and feeding 2 inch (50 mm) material.
The H952 combo units for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor combine The H952 combo units for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor combine
trencher and plow. The H952 trenches to a maximum depth of 70 trencher and plow. The H952 trenches to a maximum depth of 70
in (1.8 m) with trench widths of 6 to 12 in (150 to 305 mm). Cover in (1.8 m) with trench widths of 6 to 12 in (150 to 305 mm). Cover
depth is the same as for the standard plows. depth is the same as for the standard plows.
The H1140 for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor is a centerline saw having The H1140 for the RT115 Tier 2 tractor is a centerline saw having
a maximum trench depth of 40 in (990 mm) with trench widths of a maximum trench depth of 40 in (990 mm) with trench widths of
4.5, 6, and 9 in (115, 150, and 230 mm) respectively. 4.5, 6, and 9 in (115, 150, and 230 mm) respectively.
Two backhoes are available, the A720 with 91 inch (2. m) digging Two backhoes are available, the A720 with 91 inch (2. m) digging
depth, and the A920 with 109 inch (2.7 m) digging depth. Both depth, and the A920 with 109 inch (2.7 m) digging depth. Both
backhoes feature bucket widths of 12 to 24 in (305 to 610 mm). backhoes feature bucket widths of 12 to 24 in (305 to 610 mm).
Finally, the RC115 reel carrier is designed to carry 2500 lb (1130 Finally, the RC115 reel carrier is designed to carry 2500 lb (1130
kg) reels. Maximum reel diameter is 84 in (2.1 m). kg) reels. Maximum reel diameter is 84 in (2.1 m).
For the purposes of this manual, we define tractor as a self- For the purposes of this manual, we define tractor as a self-
propelled wheeled machine, having rear- and/or front-mounted propelled wheeled machine, having rear- and/or front-mounted
equipment, primarily designed to produce a trench in a equipment, primarily designed to produce a trench in a
continuous operation, through motion of the machine; the continuous operation, through motion of the machine; the
attachment can be a digging chain, wheel, plow blade, or similar attachment can be a digging chain, wheel, plow blade, or similar
item. item.
RT115 Tier 2 - CONTROLS 13 RT115 Tier 2 - CONTROLS 13
CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW
CONTROLS CONTROLS
1. Fuel gauge 7. Drilling attachment control* 1. Fuel gauge 7. Drilling attachment control*
2. Voltmeter 8. Ignition switch 2. Voltmeter 8. Ignition switch
3. Tachometer/hourmeter 9. Auxiliary power outlet 3. Tachometer/hourmeter 9. Auxiliary power outlet
4. Coolant temperature 10. Hydraulic motor control 4. Coolant temperature 10. Hydraulic motor control
gauge 11. Reel carrier control** gauge 11. Reel carrier control**
5. Engine oil pressure 12. Shutdown override control 5. Engine oil pressure 12. Shutdown override control
gauge gauge
6. Horn *See DRILLING ATTACHMENT 6. Horn *See DRILLING ATTACHMENT
for description of this control. for description of this control.
**See PLOW ATTACHMENT for **See PLOW ATTACHMENT for

description of this control. description of this control.
14 RT115 Tier 2 - CONTROLS 14 RT115 Tier 2 - CONTROLS
13. Parking brake indicator 19. Attachment speed/ 13. Parking brake indicator 19. Attachment speed/
direction indicator direction indicator
14. Hydraulic filter restriction 14. Hydraulic filter restriction
indicator 20. Ground drive indicators indicator 20. Ground drive indicators
15. Hydraulic fluid temperature 21. Cold start wait indicator 15. Hydraulic fluid temperature 21. Cold start wait indicator
indicator indicator
22. Operator alert indicator 22. Operator alert indicator
16. Coolant temperature 16. Coolant temperature
23. High speed indicator 23. High speed indicator
indicator indicator
24. Low speed indicator 24. Low speed indicator
17. Engine oil pressure indicator 17. Engine oil pressure indicator
18. Operator presence indicator 18. Operator presence indicator
CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Fuel Gauge Fuel Gauge
This gauge indicates fuel level in This gauge indicates fuel level in
tank. Use only #2 diesel fuel. tank. Use only #2 diesel fuel.
Voltmeter Voltmeter
This gauge displays electric This gauge displays electric

system voltage. Reading should system voltage. Reading should
show 12 to 15 volts with engine show 12 to 15 volts with engine
running. If not, stop engine and running. If not, stop engine and
investigate. investigate.
Tachometer/Hourmeter Tachometer/Hourmeter
This gauge displays engine rpm This gauge displays engine rpm
and records engine operating and records engine operating
time. Use to schedule tractor time. Use to schedule tractor
service. service.
Coolant Temperature Gauge Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge displays cooling This gauge displays cooling

system coolant temperature. system coolant temperature.
Normal coolant temperature is Normal coolant temperature is
180°-220° F (82°-104° C). 180°-220° F (82°-104° C).
Coolant temperature indicator will Coolant temperature indicator will

light and alarm will sound if light and alarm will sound if
coolant temperature is high. coolant temperature is high.
If temperature is high: If temperature is high:
• Turn off engine and let cool. • Turn off engine and let cool.
• Check cooling system for low • Check cooling system for low
fluid level, seal damage, or fluid level, seal damage, or
leaks. leaks.
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
This gauge shows oil pressure. This gauge shows oil pressure.
Normal operating pressure is Normal operating pressure is
15-50 psi (105-345 kPa). 15-50 psi (105-345 kPa).
Engine oil pressure indicator will Engine oil pressure indicator will
light and alarm will sound if engine light and alarm will sound if engine
oil pressure is low. oil pressure is low.
If pressure is low: If pressure is low:
• Check oil level. • Check oil level.

• If pressure is still low, consult Engine Manual. • If pressure is still low, consult Engine Manual.
Horn Horn
Press button to sound horn. Press button to sound horn.
c00ic046a.eps c00ic046a.eps
Ignition Switch Ignition Switch
This three-position switch starts or This three-position switch starts or

stops engine. stops engine.
• 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. c00ic012a.eps
• Key will return to on position. c00ic012a.eps
• Turn counterclockwise to stop • Turn counterclockwise to stop

engine. engine.
If engine does not start on first attempt, check that all interlock If engine does not start on first attempt, check that all interlock
requirements have been met, return switch to stop position, and requirements have been met, return switch to stop position, and
try again. try again.
Auxiliary Power Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet
This outlet can be used to provide This outlet can be used to provide
power for other equipment. power for other equipment.
Power output is 12 volts, 5 amps. Power output is 12 volts, 5 amps.
t03om100a.eps t03om100a.eps
Hydraulic Motor Control Hydraulic Motor Control
This switch allows operator to This switch allows operator to

select high or low hydraulic motor select high or low hydraulic motor
speed. speed.
• Press left to select high • Press left to select high

speed. High speed indicator speed. High speed indicator
will light. will light.
• Press right to select low c00ic041a.eps • Press right to select low c00ic041a.eps
speed. Low speed indicator speed. Low speed indicator

will light. will light.
Shutdown Override Control Shutdown Override Control
This control allows a tempoary This control allows a tempoary

override of engine shutdown. override of engine shutdown.
• Press to delay engine shut • Press to delay engine shut

down for 30 seconds after down for 30 seconds after
cycling ignition switch to OFF. cycling ignition switch to OFF.
• After 30 seconds, engine will • After 30 seconds, engine will
again shut down unless fault again shut down unless fault
condition has been cleared on condition has been cleared on
diagnostic gauge. diagnostic gauge.
IMPORTANT: For more information about the diagnostic IMPORTANT: For more information about the diagnostic
system and trouble codes see "Tier 2 System Overview" in system and trouble codes see "Tier 2 System Overview" in
SERVICE. SERVICE.
Parking Brake Indicator Parking Brake Indicator
This indicator lights when parking This indicator lights when parking
brake is engaged. brake is engaged.
Tractor will not move when Tractor will not move when
parking brake is engaged. parking brake is engaged.
Hydraulic Filter Restriction Hydraulic Filter Restriction

Indicator Indicator
This indicator lights when This indicator lights when

hydraulic filter is restricted. hydraulic filter is restricted.
Will also light in cold weather. Run Will also light in cold weather. Run
tractor at low engine rpm until tractor at low engine rpm until
hyraulic fluid warms. hyraulic fluid warms.
Indicator will turn off after Indicator will turn off after
hydraulic fluid warms. hydraulic fluid warms.
Change filter when indicator lights. Change filter when indicator lights.
Hydraulic Fluid Temperature Hydraulic Fluid Temperature

Indicator Indicator
This indicator lights and alarm This indicator lights and alarm
sounds if hydraulic fluid sounds if hydraulic fluid
overheats. overheats.
• Turn off engine and let cool. c00ic043a.ai

• Turn off engine and let cool. c00ic043a.ai
• Check hydraulic fluid level. • Check hydraulic fluid level.

• Check front of hydraulic fluid • Check front of hydraulic fluid
cooler for debris. cooler for debris.
Coolant Temperature Indicator Coolant Temperature Indicator
sounds if cooling system coolant sounds if cooling system coolant
overheats. overheats.
• Turn off engine and let cool. • Turn off engine and let cool.
• Check cooling system for low c00ic042a.eps • Check cooling system for low c00ic042a.eps
fluid level, dirty radiator, or fluid level, dirty radiator, or

leaks. leaks.
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Engine Oil Pressure Indicator
sounds when oil pressure is low. sounds when oil pressure is low.
Light will come on briefly when Light will come on briefly when
engine is started. engine is started.
If light remains on: If light remains on:
• Turn off engine. c00ic014a.eps

• Turn off engine. c00ic014a.eps
• Check oil level. • Check oil level.

• If pressure is still low, consult • If pressure is still low, consult
Engine Manual. Engine Manual.
Operator Presence Indicator Operator Presence Indicator

operator is in seat. This indicator operator is in seat. This indicator
is part of the start interlock is part of the start interlock
system. system.
IMPORTANT: All four start interlock indicators must be on to IMPORTANT: All four start interlock indicators must be on to
start engine. start engine.
Attachment Speed/Direction Attachment Speed/Direction

Indicator Indicator

attachment speed/direction attachment speed/direction
control is in neutral. This indicator control is in neutral. This indicator
is part of the start interlock is part of the start interlock
system. system.
IMPORTANT: All four start interlock indicators must be on to IMPORTANT: All four start interlock indicators must be on to
start engine. start engine.
Ground Drive Indicators Ground Drive Indicators
These indicators light when These indicators light when

ground drive control is in neutral. ground drive control is in neutral.
These indicators are part of the These indicators are part of the
start interlock system. start interlock system.
Note: Both indicators are on at the same time. Note: Both indicators are on at the same time.
Cold Start Wait Indicator Cold Start Wait Indicator
This indicator lights when intake This indicator lights when intake
air pre-heater is operating. air pre-heater is operating.
If lamp is on, wait until lamp goes If lamp is on, wait until lamp goes
out before starting engine. out before starting engine.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
• If ignition key is turned to START before wait lamp goes • If ignition key is turned to START before wait lamp goes
out, the system is disabled and must be reset. out, the system is disabled and must be reset.
• Turn ignition key to OFF, then to RUN to reset. • Turn ignition key to OFF, then to RUN to reset.
Operator Alert Indicator Operator Alert Indicator
This indicator alerts operator to This indicator alerts operator to

Tier 2 engine fault conditions. Tier 2 engine fault conditions.
• Light flashes when a "warning" • Light flashes when a "warning"

fault is present. fault is present.
• Light is steady when "engine • Light is steady when "engine
shutdown" fault is present. shutdown" fault is present.
SERVICE. SERVICE.
High Speed Indicator High Speed Indicator

hydraulic motor is in high speed. hydraulic motor is in high speed.
Low Speed Indicator Low Speed Indicator

hydraulic motor is in low speed. hydraulic motor is in low speed.
DRIVE POSITION OVERVIEW DRIVE POSITION OVERVIEW
DRIVE POSITION OVERVIEW DRIVE POSITION OVERVIEW
1. Parking brake 5. Service brake 1. Parking brake 5. Service brake

2. Gearbox control 6. Ground drive hand control 2. Gearbox control 6. Ground drive hand control
3. Attachment speed/ 7. Ground drive foot control 3. Attachment speed/ 7. Ground drive foot control
direction control direction control
8. Backfill blade control 8. Backfill blade control
4. Steering wheel column tilt 4. Steering wheel column tilt
control control
DRIVE POSITION DESCRIPTIONS DRIVE POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
Parking Brake (orange) Parking Brake (orange)
This lever controls parking brake. This lever controls parking brake.
• Push to release. • Push to release.

• Pull to set. • Pull to set.
Gearbox Control (yellow) Gearbox Control (yellow)
This lever allows operator to This lever allows operator to

select high or low gearbox setting. select high or low gearbox setting.
• Move forward to 1 to select • Move forward to 1 to select

low. low.
• Move back to 2 to select high. • Move back to 2 to select high.
IMPORTANT: Stop tractor before changing gearbox settings. IMPORTANT: Stop tractor before changing gearbox settings.
Attachment Speed/Direction Attachment Speed/Direction

Control (yellow) Control (yellow)
This lever controls rear This lever controls rear

attachment speed and direction. attachment speed and direction.
• Push to rotate forward or to • Push to rotate forward or to

start plow vibrator box. start plow vibrator box.
• Pull to rotate backward. • Pull to rotate backward.
• To go faster in either direction, • To go faster in either direction,
move control farther from move control farther from
neutral position. neutral position.
• To stop, move control to neutral position. • To stop, move control to neutral position.
Steering Wheel Column Tilt Steering Wheel Column Tilt

Control Control
This lever controls the tilt of This lever controls the tilt of
steering wheel column. steering wheel column.
• Pull to adjust steering wheel • Pull to adjust steering wheel

column tilt. column tilt.
• Release to secure steering • Release to secure steering
wheel column tilt. wheel column tilt.
IMPORTANT: Tilt steering wheel column up before pivoting IMPORTANT: Tilt steering wheel column up before pivoting
operator’s seat. operator’s seat.
Service Brake Service Brake
This pedal stops tractor. This pedal stops tractor.
• Press to stop tractor. • Press to stop tractor.

• Release to move tractor. • Release to move tractor.
Ground Drive Hand Control Ground Drive Hand Control

(orange) (orange)
This lever controls unit speed and This lever controls unit speed and
direction. direction.
• Push to go forward. • Push to go forward.

• Pull to go backward. • Pull to go backward.
• To go faster in either direction, c00ic066a.eps
• To go faster in either direction, c00ic066a.eps
move farther from neutral. move farther from neutral.
• To stop, return to neutral. • To stop, return to neutral.
Ground Drive Foot Control Ground Drive Foot Control
This pedal controls forward or This pedal controls forward or

backward tractor movement. backward tractor movement.
• Press top to increase forward • Press top to increase forward

speed. speed.
• Press bottom increase • Press bottom increase
reverse speed. reverse speed.
• Release to reduce speed in • Release to reduce speed in
either direction. either direction.
Backfill Blade Control Backfill Blade Control
This lever raises, lowers, tilts and This lever raises, lowers, tilts and
angles backfill blade. angles backfill blade.
• Move forward to lower blade. • Move forward to lower blade.

• Move forward to end to float. • Move forward to end to float.
• Move backward to raise • Move backward to raise
blade. c00ic067a.eps
blade. c00ic067a.eps
• Move right to tilt right side of • Move right to tilt right side of
blade down. blade down.
• Move left to tilt left side of blade down. • Move left to tilt left side of blade down.
• Twist left to angle blade left. • Twist left to angle blade left.
• Twist right to angle blade right. • Twist right to angle blade right.
WORK POSITION OVERVIEW WORK POSITION OVERVIEW
WORK POSITION OVERVIEW WORK POSITION OVERVIEW
1. Rear steer adjustment 8. Cruise control selector* 1. Rear steer adjustment 8. Cruise control selector*
selector* selector*
9. Trench Depth Meter* 9. Trench Depth Meter*
2. Steer select control* 2. Steer select control*
10. Fan speed control 10. Fan speed control
3. Frame tilt control* selector* 3. Frame tilt control* selector*
4. Throttle 11. Air conditioning control* 4. Throttle 11. Air conditioning control*
5. Diagnostic gauge 12. Climate control selector* 5. Diagnostic gauge 12. Climate control selector*
6. Diagnostic connector 13. Auxiliary circuit pressure 6. Diagnostic connector 13. Auxiliary circuit pressure
gauge gauge
7. Cruise control selector* 7. Cruise control selector*
14. Axle lock control 14. Axle lock control
*optional *optional
WORK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS WORK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
Rear Steer Adjustment Selector Rear Steer Adjustment Selector
This optional knob turns rear tires This optional knob turns rear tires
to right or left. Arrow indicates to right or left. Arrow indicates
direction of tires. direction of tires.
• Turn knob counterclockwise • Turn knob counterclockwise

to turn wheels to left. to turn wheels to left.
• Center knob to turn wheels • Center knob to turn wheels
straight. c00ic068a.eps straight. c00ic068a.eps
• Turn knob clockwise to turn • Turn knob clockwise to turn

wheels to right. wheels to right.
IMPORTANT: Steer select control must be in the center IMPORTANT: Steer select control must be in the center
position for rear steer to work. position for rear steer to work.
Steer Select Control Steer Select Control
This optional switch selects This optional switch selects

between crab, rear, and between crab, rear, and
coordinated steering. coordinated steering.
• Press top to select crab • Press top to select crab

steering. steering.
• Move switch to center to • Move switch to center to
select rear steering. c00ic069a.eps select rear steering. c00ic069a.eps
• Press bottom to select • Press bottom to select

coordinated steering. coordinated steering.
Frame Tilt Control Frame Tilt Control
This optional switch tilts frame left This optional switch tilts frame left
or right. or right.
• Press right side to tilt right. • Press right side to tilt right.
• Press left side to tilt left. • Press left side to tilt left.
Throttle (orange) Throttle (orange)
This lever controls engine speed. This lever controls engine speed.
• Move left to increase speed. • Move left to increase speed.

• Move right to reduce speed. • Move right to reduce speed.
Diagnostic Gauge Diagnostic Gauge
This gauge displays Tier 2 engine This gauge displays Tier 2 engine
data parameters and diagnostic data parameters and diagnostic
trouble codes. trouble codes.
The two types of trouble codes are: The two types of trouble codes are:
• SRVCCODE - an active code • SRVCCODE - an active code

indicating that a fault is indicating that a fault is
occurring now. occurring now.
• STORCODE - indicates a fault has previously occurred and is • STORCODE - indicates a fault has previously occurred and is
stored in memory. stored in memory.
To display codes: To display codes:
1. Press the up or down arrow to 1. Press the up or down arrow to

scroll through the gauge scroll through the gauge
parameters until SRVCCODE or parameters until SRVCCODE or
STORCODE is displayed. STORCODE is displayed.
2. Press and hold the up and down 2. Press and hold the up and down
arrows at the same time. A two- arrows at the same time. A two-
line code will display. line code will display.
3. Press the up or down arrow to 3. Press the up or down arrow to
scroll through all active or stored scroll through all active or stored
codes. codes.
system and trouble codes procedures see "Troubleshooting" in system and trouble codes procedures see "Troubleshooting" in
the Repair Guide. the Repair Guide.
To clear active (SRVCCODE) codes: To clear active (SRVCCODE) codes:
1. Turn ignition switch off. 1. Turn ignition switch off.

2. Turn ignition switch back on. 2. Turn ignition switch back on.
To clear stored (STORCODE) codes: To clear stored (STORCODE) codes:
1. Turn ignition switch on, engine off. 1. Turn ignition switch on, engine off.
2. Press and hold the up and down arrows at the same time 2. Press and hold the up and down arrows at the same time
until display reads ****** (approximately 8 seconds). until display reads ****** (approximately 8 seconds).
3. Immediately press and hold the down arrow until the display 3. Immediately press and hold the down arrow until the display
reads Send DM3. reads Send DM3.
4. Turn ignition switch to STOP, then back on. 4. Turn ignition switch to STOP, then back on.
SERVICE. SERVICE.
Diagnostic Connector Diagnostic Connector
This connector allows manual This connector allows manual

reading of diagnostic codes. reading of diagnostic codes.
SERVICE. SERVICE.
Cruise Control Selector Cruise Control Selector
This optional switch activates the This optional switch activates the
cruise control feature. cruise control feature.
• Press right to turn on. • Press right to turn on.

• Press left to turn off. • Press left to turn off.
Only select cruise control when: Only select cruise control when:
• Gearbox control is in low. • Gearbox control is in low.

• Hydraulic motor switch is set • Hydraulic motor switch is set
at low. at low.
• Ground drive is in neutral. • Ground drive is in neutral.
Cruise Control RPM Selector Cruise Control RPM Selector
This optional control adjusts This optional control adjusts

engine rpm. engine rpm.
• Turn knob clockwise to • Turn knob clockwise to

increase engine rpm. This increase engine rpm. This
typically decreases ground typically decreases ground
speed. speed.
• Turn knob counterclockwise c00ic054a.eps • Turn knob counterclockwise c00ic054a.eps
to decrease engine rpm. This to decrease engine rpm. This

typically increases ground typically increases ground
speed. speed.
Climate Control Selector Climate Control Selector
This optional knob selects cab air This optional knob selects cab air
conditioning or heat temperature. conditioning or heat temperature.
• Turn knob clockwise to • Turn knob clockwise to

increase heater temperature. increase heater temperature.
to lower air conditioning to lower air conditioning
temperature. temperature.
Air Conditioning Control Air Conditioning Control
This optional switch activates cab This optional switch activates cab
air conditioning. air conditioning.
• Press top to turn air • Press top to turn air

conditioning on. conditioning on.
• Press bottom to turn air • Press bottom to turn air
conditioning off. conditioning off.
Climate Control Fan Speed Climate Control Fan Speed

Selector Selector
This optional knob controls fan This optional knob controls fan
speed when air conditioning is on. speed when air conditioning is on.
• Turn knob clockwise for high • Turn knob clockwise for high
speed. speed.
for low speed. for low speed.
Auxiliary Circuit Pressure Auxiliary Circuit Pressure

Gauge Gauge
This gauge displays auxiliary This gauge displays auxiliary

system pressure. Maximum system pressure. Maximum
operating pressure is 2500 psi operating pressure is 2500 psi
(172 bar). (172 bar).
Axle Lock Control Axle Lock Control
This switch locks rear axle. This switch locks rear axle.
• Press top to lock axle. • Press top to lock axle.

• Press bottom to unlock axle. • Press bottom to unlock axle.
IMPORTANT: After pressing switch to unlock axle, move IMPORTANT: After pressing switch to unlock axle, move
tractor 6’ (2 m) in reverse to unlock. tractor 6’ (2 m) in reverse to unlock.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW
2 1 2 1
4 3 4 3
1. Seat slide control 3. Seat pivot control 1. Seat slide control 3. Seat pivot control
2. Armrest adjustment 4. Seat height adjustment 2. Armrest adjustment 4. Seat height adjustment
control lock (located on opposite control lock (located on opposite
side) side)
SEAT ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTIONS SEAT ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTIONS
SEAT ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTIONS SEAT ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTIONS
Seat Slide Control Seat Slide Control
This control slides operator’s seat forward or backward. This control slides operator’s seat forward or backward.
Armrest Adjustment Control Armrest Adjustment Control
These controls raise and lower armrests. These controls raise and lower armrests.
To adjust: To adjust:
• Remove knob. • Remove knob.

• Adjust armrest to desired position. • Adjust armrest to desired position.
• Replace knob. • Replace knob.
Seat Pivot Control Seat Pivot Control
This control allows operator's seat to be turned to a range of 0 to This control allows operator's seat to be turned to a range of 0 to
90 degrees. 90 degrees.
• Pull to pivot seat to the right into work position. • Pull to pivot seat to the right into work position.
• Release to lock in position. • Release to lock in position.
• Swing operator’s seat to the left to return to drive position. • Swing operator’s seat to the left to return to drive position.
IMPORTANT: Drive tractor with operator's seat facing front. IMPORTANT: Drive tractor with operator's seat facing front.
Operate rear attachments with seat pivoted to work position. Operate rear attachments with seat pivoted to work position.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW
Seat Height Adjustment Lock Seat Height Adjustment Lock
This control locks seat height. This control locks seat height.
• Rotate clockwise to lock seat height. • Rotate clockwise to lock seat height.
• Rotate counterclockwise to unlock seat height. • Rotate counterclockwise to unlock seat height.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW OVERHEAD CONSOLE OVERVIEW
1. Windshield wiper switch* 1. Windshield wiper switch*

2. Warning flasher switch* 2. Warning flasher switch*
3. Light switch* 3. Light switch*
*optional *optional
OVERHEAD CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS OVERHEAD CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
Windshield Wiper Switch Windshield Wiper Switch
This optional switch controls This optional switch controls

windshield wipers. windshield wipers.
• Press top to turn on. • Press top to turn on.

• Press top to end to wash • Press top to end to wash
windshield. windshield.
• Press bottom to turn off. • Press bottom to turn off.
Warning Flasher Switch Warning Flasher Switch

warning flashers. warning flashers.

Light Switch Light Switch

lights. lights.

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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 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. Have all underground which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground
pipes and cables located and marked before operating pipes and cables located and marked before operating
equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company. equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.
• 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.
48 RT115 Tier 2 - SAFETY 48 RT115 Tier 2 - SAFETY
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, assume an electric strike has occurred. If any of these occur, 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 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 of trench path. Verify area within 20’ (6 m) to each side of trench 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 or granite which is crystalline silica (quartz) dust in sand or granite which is crystalline silica (quartz) dust
capable of producing 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
Use one or both of these methods. Use one or both of these methods.
• Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation. • Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.
• 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 positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use In addition to positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use
one or both of these methods. one or both of these methods.
• Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation. • Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation.
• 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
Moving digging Moving digging

teeth will kill you or cut off arm or teeth will kill you or cut off arm or
leg. Stay away. leg. Stay away.
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.
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

could cause death or serious injury. could cause death or serious injury.
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 Fall possible. Riders can fall from
machine and be injured or killed. Only operator is machine and be injured or killed. Only operator is
allowed on machine. allowed on machine.
Rollover possible. If machine rolls Rollover possible. If machine rolls

over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or
crushed. Wear seat belt. crushed. Wear seat belt.
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.
Fluid or air Fluid or air

pressure could pierce skin and pressure could pierce skin and
cause injury or death. Stay away. cause injury or death. Stay away.
Runaway possible. Machine could Runaway possible. Machine could

run over you or others. Learn how to use all run over you or others. Learn how to use all
controls. Start and operate only from operator’s controls. Start and operate only from operator’s
position. position.
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).
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DAILY INSPECTION DAILY INSPECTION
TRACTOR TRACTOR
DAILY INSPECTION DAILY INSPECTION
For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following
before each day’s work. before each day’s work.
• Check general appearance of tractor and attachments. Look • Check general appearance of tractor and attachments. Look
for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks. for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks.
• Check condition of all wear items such as brake pads and • Check condition of all wear items such as brake pads and
disc, fan belts and light bulbs. Check condition of attachment disc, fan belts and light bulbs. Check condition of attachment
wear items. wear items.
• Check fuel level. • Check fuel level.
• Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and • Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and
readable. readable.
Service machine according to schedules in SERVICE and in Service machine according to schedules in SERVICE and in
engine manufacturer’s guide. engine manufacturer’s guide.
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START UP START UP
START UP START UP
Before operating tractor, read engine manufacturer’s starting and Before operating tractor, read engine manufacturer’s starting and
operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine
break-in. break-in.
Explosion possible. Serious Explosion possible. Serious

injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow
directions carefully. directions carefully.
NOTICE: Do not use ether as a starting aid on this engine. NOTICE: Do not use ether as a starting aid on this engine.
Ether may damage engine and cause explosion. Ether may damage engine and cause explosion.
Runaway possible. Machine Runaway possible. Machine

could run over you or others. Learn how to use could run over you or others. Learn how to use
all controls. Start and operate only from all controls. Start and operate only from
operator’s position. operator’s position.
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in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to
use equipment correctly. use equipment correctly.
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START UP START UP
Rollover possible. If machine Rollover possible. If machine

rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and rolls over, you could be thrown from seat and
killed or crushed. Wear seat belt. killed or crushed. Wear seat belt.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Read operator’s manual before operating equipment. • Read operator’s manual before operating equipment.
Follow instructions carefully. Contact Ditch Witch Follow instructions carefully. Contact Ditch Witch
dealership for operation information or demonstration. dealership for operation information or demonstration.
• Wear hard hat, safety glasses, and other protective • Wear hard hat, safety glasses, and other protective
equipment required by job. Do not wear jewelry or equipment required by job. Do not wear jewelry or
loose clothing that can catch on controls. loose clothing that can catch on controls.
1. Fasten and adjust seatbelt. 1. Fasten and adjust seatbelt.

2. Check that ground drive control and attachment speed/ 2. Check that ground drive control and attachment speed/
direction control are in neutral. direction control are in neutral.
3. Move throttle to idle. 3. Move throttle to idle.
4. Check that parking brake is engaged. 4. Check that parking brake is engaged.
START UP START UP
5. Turn ignition switch to start tractor. Warning alarm will sound. 5. Turn ignition switch to start tractor. Warning alarm will sound.
Indicators will light. Indicators will light.
If engine does not crank, check start interlock display. See If engine does not crank, check start interlock display. See
CONTROLS for start interlock information. If engine turns but CONTROLS for start interlock information. If engine turns but
does not start within 10 seconds, allow starter to cool before does not start within 10 seconds, allow starter to cool before
trying to start again. trying to start again.

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NOTICE: NOTICE:
• If warning alarm does not sound, have machine • If warning alarm does not sound, have machine
serviced. serviced.
• Machine will not start if start interlock requirements are • Machine will not start if start interlock requirements are
not met. See CONTROLS for start interlock not met. See CONTROLS for start interlock
information. information.
6. Run engine at half-throttle or less for five minutes before 6. Run engine at half-throttle or less for five minutes before
operating tractor. operating tractor.
During warm-up, check that all controls work properly. During warm-up, check that all controls work properly.
OPERATION OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.
1. Turn on lights and warning flasher, as needed. 1. Turn on lights and warning flasher, as needed.
2. Tilt steering wheel column down. 2. Tilt steering wheel column down.
3. Raise backfill blade and all attachments. 3. Raise backfill blade and all attachments.
4. Release parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is 4. Release parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is
off. off.
5. Move gearbox control to 2 (high). 5. Move gearbox control to 2 (high).
6. Adjust throttle. 6. Adjust throttle.
7. Move ground drive control to forward or reverse. 7. Move ground drive control to forward or reverse.
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 Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility
clothing, post appropriate warning signs. clothing, post appropriate warning signs.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Drive carefully in congested areas. Know machine’s • Drive carefully in congested areas. Know machine’s
clearance and turning radius. clearance and turning radius.
• Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive • Keep attachments low when operating on slope. Drive
slowly and cautiously. slowly and cautiously.
SHUTDOWN SHUTDOWN
SHUTDOWN SHUTDOWN
1. When job is complete, move ground drive control to neutral. 1. When job is complete, move ground drive control to neutral.
2. Tilt steering wheel column up. 2. Tilt steering wheel column up.
3. Engage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is 3. Engage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is
on. on.
4. Lower all attachments to ground. 4. Lower all attachments to ground.
5. Move throttle to idle for 3 minutes to cool. 5. Move throttle to idle for 3 minutes to cool.
6. Turn ignition switch to STOP. If leaving machine unattended, 6. Turn ignition switch to STOP. If leaving machine unattended,
remove key. remove key.
7. For maintenance or long-term storage, turn battery 7. For maintenance or long-term storage, turn battery
disconnect switch to disconnect position. disconnect switch to disconnect position.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to turbocharger, do not shut NOTICE: To prevent damage to turbocharger, do not shut
down engine at full throttle or under load. Should engine die, down engine at full throttle or under load. Should engine die,
immediately remove load and restart engine. immediately remove load and restart engine.
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LIFT LIFT
TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION
LIFT LIFT
Lifting Points Lifting Points

Lifting points are identified by lifting Lifting points are identified by lifting
decals. Lifting at any other point is decals. Lifting at any other point is
unsafe and can damage machinery. unsafe and can damage machinery.
Tractor Tractor
Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of
supporting equipment’s size and weight. Do not attempt to lift supporting equipment’s size and weight. Do not attempt to lift
tractor with attachments installed. tractor with attachments installed.
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LIFT LIFT
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.
Centerline Trencher Centerline Trencher
supporting equipment’s size and weight. supporting equipment’s size and weight.
LIFT LIFT
Traversing Trencher Traversing Trencher
Plow Plow
LIFT LIFT
Combo Combo
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Saw Saw
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Incorrect procedures could Incorrect procedures could

result in death, injury, or property damage. result in death, injury, or property damage.
Learn to use equipment correctly. Learn to use equipment correctly.
Tiedown Points Tiedown Points

Tiedown points are identified by Tiedown points are identified by
tiedown decals. Securing unit to trailer tiedown decals. Securing unit to trailer
at any other points may be unsafe and at any other points may be unsafe and
can damage machinery. can damage machinery.
Tractor Tractor
Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure
tiedowns are tight before transporting unit. tiedowns are tight before transporting unit.
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Centerline Trencher Centerline Trencher
Lower trencher to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and Lower trencher to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and
through boom. through boom.
Traversing Trencher Traversing Trencher
Lower trencher to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and Lower trencher to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and
through boom. through boom.
IMPORTANT: If trencher is equipped with a trench cleaner, IMPORTANT: If trencher is equipped with a trench cleaner,
ensure that trench cleaner shoe is fully up and extra bolt (found ensure that trench cleaner shoe is fully up and extra bolt (found
in operator’s manual compartment) is installed in appropriate in operator’s manual compartment) is installed in appropriate
hole for additional support. hole for additional support.
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Plow Plow
Lower plow to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and Lower plow to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and
vibrator box. vibrator box.
NOTICE: Unsecured plow can swing outside the trailer and NOTICE: Unsecured plow can swing outside the trailer and
become a traffic hazard. Lower plow and chain to trailer before become a traffic hazard. Lower plow and chain to trailer before
hauling. hauling.
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Combo Combo
Lower trencher and plow to trailer and tie down at attachment Lower trencher and plow to trailer and tie down at attachment
frame and plow vibrator box. frame and plow vibrator box.
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Saw Saw
Lower saw to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and at Lower saw to trailer and tie down at attachment frame and at
hook on rear of saw. hook on rear of saw.
TIEDOWN TIEDOWN
Reel Carrier Reel Carrier
Lower reel carrier to trailer and tie down at attachment arms. Lower reel carrier to trailer and tie down at attachment arms.
HAUL HAUL
HAUL HAUL
Crushing weight could cause Crushing weight could cause

death or serious injury. Use proper procedures death or serious injury. Use proper procedures
and equipment or stay away. and equipment or stay away.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Read trailer operator’s manual before loading or • Read trailer operator’s manual before loading or
transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine
can slip or cause trailer sway. can slip or cause trailer sway.
• Park, load, and unload trailer on a level part of • Park, load, and unload trailer on a level part of
jobsite.Check that unit and trailer do not exceed size or jobsite.Check that unit and trailer do not exceed size or
weight regulations. weight regulations.

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Loading Loading
3. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for proper start-up procedures. 3. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for proper start-up procedures.
4. Raise attachments, but keep them low. 4. Raise attachments, but keep them low.
5. Move attachments to center position and check that they are 5. Move attachments to center position and check that they are
not in float. not in float.
off. off.
HAUL HAUL
7. Move hydraulic motor switch to low. 7. Move hydraulic motor switch to low.
8. Move gearbox control to 1 (low). 8. Move gearbox control to 1 (low).
9. Slowly drive tractor onto trailer until tie-down position is 9. Slowly drive tractor onto trailer until tie-down position is
reached. reached.
10. Engage parking brake and verify that parking brake indicator 10. Engage parking brake and verify that parking brake indicator
is on. is on.
11. Lower attachments to trailer bed and turn tractor off. See 11. Lower attachments to trailer bed and turn tractor off. See
TRACTOR for proper shutdown procedures. TRACTOR for proper shutdown procedures.
12. Chain tractor and attachments to trailer using tie-downs. 12. Chain tractor and attachments to trailer using tie-downs.
NOTICE: Check that unit does not exceed trailer size or weight NOTICE: Check that unit does not exceed trailer size or weight
regulations. regulations.
HAUL HAUL
Unloading Unloading
1. Check that parking brake is engaged and verify that parking 1. Check that parking brake is engaged and verify that parking
brake indicator is on. brake indicator is on.
2. Check that ground drive control is in neutral. 2. Check that ground drive control is in neutral.
3. Remove tiedowns. 3. Remove tiedowns.

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offset position. offset position.
7. Raise attachments, but keep them low and centered. 7. Raise attachments, but keep them low and centered.
8. Release parking brake and verify that parking brake indicator 8. Release parking brake and verify that parking brake indicator
is off. is off.
9. Slowly back tractor off trailer. 9. Slowly back tractor off trailer.
TOW TOW
TOW TOW

Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit
becomes disabled and towing is necessary: becomes disabled and towing is necessary:
• Tow at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Tow at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
• Do not tow for more than 200 yd (180 m). • Do not tow for more than 200 yd (180 m).
• Steering will be very difficult. • Steering will be very difficult.
TOW TOW
Procedure Procedure
1. Engage parking brake. 1. Engage parking brake.
2. Attach tow line to all available tie-down points facing towing 2. Attach tow line to all available tie-down points facing towing
vehicle. vehicle.
3. Block front and rear tires to prevent unit from rolling. 3. Block front and rear tires to prevent unit from rolling.
4. Activate the tow valve. 4. Activate the tow valve.
• Remove floor plate. • Remove floor plate.
• Turn tow valve • Turn tow valve
counterclockwise two counterclockwise two
complete times. complete times.
• Replace floor plate. • Replace floor plate.
NOTICE: Do not turn tow valve more than two times. NOTICE: Do not turn tow valve more than two times.
5. Fasten seatbelt and adjust seatbelt. 5. Fasten seatbelt and adjust seatbelt.
6. Remove blocks. 6. Remove blocks.
7. Disengage parking brake. 7. Disengage parking brake.
8. Use service brake to control unit. 8. Use service brake to control unit.
9. After towing, turn tow valve clockwise two complete times. 9. After towing, turn tow valve clockwise two complete times.
TOW TOW
RT115 Tier 2 - TRENCHER ATTACHMENT 85 RT115 Tier 2 - TRENCHER ATTACHMENT 85
TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW
TRENCHER ATTACHMENT TRENCHER ATTACHMENT
TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW TRENCHER CONTROLS OVERVIEW
1. Cruise control selector* 4. Boom lift control 1. Cruise control selector* 4. Boom lift control
2. Trencher slide control 5. Cruise control RPM control* 2. Trencher slide control 5. Cruise control RPM control*
3. Trench cleaner lift control* 6. Trench Depth Meter* 3. Trench cleaner lift control* 6. Trench Depth Meter*
*optional *optional
86 RT115 Tier 2 - TRENCHER ATTACHMENT 86 RT115 Tier 2 - TRENCHER ATTACHMENT
TRENCHER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS TRENCHER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

• gearbox control is in low • gearbox control is in low

• hydraulic motor switch is set • hydraulic motor switch is set
at low at low
• ground drive is in neutral. • ground drive is in neutral.
Trencher Slide Control Trencher Slide Control
This lever controls trencher slide. This lever controls trencher slide.
• Push to move trencher to • Push to move trencher to

right. right.
• Pull to move trencher to left. • Pull to move trencher to left.
IMPORTANT: If slide sticks, lower trencher to ground, operate IMPORTANT: If slide sticks, lower trencher to ground, operate
trencher slide until trencher moves slightly, raise trencher, and trencher slide until trencher moves slightly, raise trencher, and
slide it to position. slide it to position.
Trench Cleaner Lift Control Trench Cleaner Lift Control
This optional lever raises or This optional lever raises or

lowers trench cleaner. lowers trench cleaner.
• Push to lower • Push to lower

• Pull to raise. • Pull to raise.
Boom Lift Control Boom Lift Control
This lever raises or lowers digging This lever raises or lowers digging
boom. boom.
• Push to lower. • Push to lower.

Cruise Control RPM Control Cruise Control RPM Control

• Turn clockwise to increase • Turn clockwise to increase

engine rpm. This typically engine rpm. This typically
decreases ground speed decreases ground speed
temporarily. temporarily.
• Turn counterclockwise to c00ic054a.eps • Turn counterclockwise to c00ic054a.eps
decrease engine rpm. This decrease engine rpm. This

speed temporarily. speed temporarily.
Trench Depth Meter Trench Depth Meter
Trench Depth Meter (TDM) is an Trench Depth Meter (TDM) is an

optional electronic system for optional electronic system for
measuring and recording trench measuring and recording trench
depth. TDM also displays depth. TDM also displays
productivity and distance while productivity and distance while
trenching. Two lines of information trenching. Two lines of information
are displayed on the LED screen. If are displayed on the LED screen. If
the system detects error the system detects error
conditions, diagnostic codes will be conditions, diagnostic codes will be
displayed on the second line. displayed on the second line.
IMPORTANT: For more information about TDM see the TDM IMPORTANT: For more information about TDM see the TDM
Operator Manual (p/n 054-117). Operator Manual (p/n 054-117).
SETUP SETUP
SETUP SETUP

NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and NOTICE: Use attachments or counterweights to make front and
rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. Contact
your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your your Ditch Witch dealer about counterweighting for your

could cause death or serious could cause death or serious
injury. Use correct equipment and injury. Use correct equipment and
work methods. Use and maintain work methods. Use and maintain
proper safety equipment. proper safety equipment.
NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before
digging or drilling. digging or drilling.
Incorrect procedures can result in Incorrect procedures can result in

death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly. equipment correctly.
SETUP SETUP
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to STOP.
1. Fasten and adjust seat belt. 1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.
2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR start-up procedures. 2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR start-up procedures.
3. Drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench. See 3. Drive to starting point. Move in line with planned trench. See
TRACTOR for operating procedures. TRACTOR for operating procedures.
on. on.
6. Select low hydraulic motor speed. 6. Select low hydraulic motor speed.
7. Lower backfill blade. 7. Lower backfill blade.
9. Swivel seat to the work position. 9. Swivel seat to the work position.
10. Engage axle lock. 10. Engage axle lock.
11. Lower boom to just above ground. 11. Lower boom to just above ground.
12. Check that attachment speed/direction control is in neutral. 12. Check that attachment speed/direction control is in neutral.
13. Check that boom is in line with planned trench. 13. Check that boom is in line with planned trench.
OPERATION OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION
Jobsite hazards could cause Jobsite hazards could cause

death or serious injury. Use correct equipment death or serious injury. Use correct equipment
and work methods. Use and maintain proper and work methods. Use and maintain proper
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 respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica
dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of
California to cause cancer. California to cause cancer.
Electrical shock. Contacting Electrical shock. Contacting

electrical lines will cause death or serious injury. electrical lines will cause death or serious injury.
Know location of lines and stay away. Know location of lines and stay away.
NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution. NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution.
Expose lines by hand before digging. Expose lines by hand before digging.

NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Comply with all utility notification regulations before • Comply with all utility notification regulations before
• Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call. • Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call.
OPERATION OPERATION
Flying objects thrown by Flying objects thrown by

machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and
safety glasses. safety glasses.
Moving digging teeth will cause Moving digging teeth will cause
death or serious injury. Stay away. death or serious injury. Stay away.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Ensure parking brake is engaged and parking brake • Ensure parking brake is engaged and parking brake
indicator is on. indicator is on.
• Machine might jerk when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m) • Machine might jerk when digging starts. Allow 3’ (1 m)
between digging teeth and obstacle. between digging teeth and obstacle.
• Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine, • Keep everyone at least 6’ (2 m) from machine,
attachments, and their range of movement. attachments, and their range of movement.
1. If necessary, adjust throttle to low idle. 1. If necessary, adjust throttle to low idle.
2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed. 2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.
DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE. DIGGING CHAIN WILL MOVE.
3. Lift trench cleaner, if equipped. 3. Lift trench cleaner, if equipped.
4. Increase engine speed to full throttle. 4. Increase engine speed to full throttle.
5. Slowly lower digging boom to depth. 5. Slowly lower digging boom to depth.
6. Raise backfill blade. 6. Raise backfill blade.
off. off.
OPERATION OPERATION
8. Move ground drive control to desired speed. 8. Move ground drive control to desired speed.
9. If using optional trench cleaner, return ground drive control to 9. If using optional trench cleaner, return ground drive control to
neutral when desired trench depth is reached. Raise boom neutral when desired trench depth is reached. Raise boom
slightly, then lower trench cleaner completely. This ensures slightly, then lower trench cleaner completely. This ensures
trench cleaner will lock in place. trench cleaner will lock in place.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Do not have trench cleaner in working position when • Do not have trench cleaner in working position when
starting a trench. starting a trench.
• Do not back up with trench cleaner in working position. • Do not back up with trench cleaner in working position.
• Do not use trench cleaner in conditions where large • Do not use trench cleaner in conditions where large
rocks can get between chain and cleaner. rocks can get between chain and cleaner.
10. Lower boom to trench depth and push ground drive control 10. Lower boom to trench depth and push ground drive control
forward to trenching speed. forward to trenching speed.
11. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to 11. When trench is complete, move ground drive control to
neutral. neutral.
12. Adjust throttle to low idle. 12. Adjust throttle to low idle.
13. Raise boom. 13. Raise boom.
14. As boom clears top of trench, move attachment speed/ 14. As boom clears top of trench, move attachment speed/
direction control to neutral. direction control to neutral.
15. Swivel seat to the drive position. 15. Swivel seat to the drive position.
17. Drive a short distance away from work site. 17. Drive a short distance away from work site.
18. Disengage axle lock by driving tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m). 18. Disengage axle lock by driving tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m).
19. Shut down tractor. See TRACTOR for proper shutdown 19. Shut down tractor. See TRACTOR for proper shutdown
procedures. procedures.
OPERATION OPERATION
Cruise Control Operation Cruise Control Operation
1. Ensure ground drive control is in neutral. 1. Ensure ground drive control is in neutral.
2. Ensure hydraulic motor switch is in low. 2. Ensure hydraulic motor switch is in low.
3. Ensure gearbox control is in 1 (low). 3. Ensure gearbox control is in 1 (low).
4. Ensure cruise control selector is in MANUAL. 4. Ensure cruise control selector is in MANUAL.
5. Ensure that all controls are set as desired. 5. Ensure that all controls are set as desired.
6. Move cruise control RPM control to arrow at center. 6. Move cruise control RPM control to arrow at center.
7. Move cruise control selector to AUTO. 7. Move cruise control selector to AUTO.
8. Following procedures in "Operation," begin trenching to 8. Following procedures in "Operation," begin trenching to
desired depth. desired depth.
9. When desired depth is reached, ensure throttle is fully open. 9. When desired depth is reached, ensure throttle is fully open.
10. Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position. 10. Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position.
11. Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging 11. Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging
conditions. In harder digging conditions, higher cruise control conditions. In harder digging conditions, higher cruise control
rpm setting may improve digging performance. In easier rpm setting may improve digging performance. In easier
digging conditions, lower cruise control rpm setting may digging conditions, lower cruise control rpm setting may
increase ground drive speed. See "Operating Tips." increase ground drive speed. See "Operating Tips."
12. When finished digging, move ground drive control to neutral. 12. When finished digging, move ground drive control to neutral.
13. Move cruise control selector to MANUAL. 13. Move cruise control selector to MANUAL.
14. Allow chain to dig itself free before stopping attachment. 14. Allow chain to dig itself free before stopping attachment.
OPERATION OPERATION
Backfilling Backfilling
1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim 1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim
tractor at outer edge of spoils. tractor at outer edge of spoils.
2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour. 2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour.
3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more 3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more
passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once. passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once.
4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary. 4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary.
5. Engage float and make final pass over trench. 5. Engage float and make final pass over trench.
OPERATING TIPS OPERATING TIPS
• Avoid using badly worn teeth. When replacing teeth, maintain • Avoid using badly worn teeth. When replacing teeth, maintain
original pattern. Use Ditch Witch replacement teeth. original pattern. Use Ditch Witch replacement teeth.
• Operate engine at full throttle when working. • Operate engine at full throttle when working.
• Sight along center of hood to a stake driven beyond end of • Sight along center of hood to a stake driven beyond end of
trench line for straight trench. trench line for straight trench.
• Use correct length boom. See your Ditch Witch dealer for • Use correct length boom. See your Ditch Witch dealer for
more information. more information.
• Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when • Do not make sharp turns. Lower boom to full depth when
turning. turning.
• If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment • If an object becomes lodged in chain, move attachment
speed/direction control to neutral and raise boom slightly. speed/direction control to neutral and raise boom slightly.
Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually, Reverse chain direction. If object must be removed manually,
turn engine off and engage parking brake. turn engine off and engage parking brake.
• When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and • When cutting asphalt, start trench in soil at edge of road and
use shortest possible boom at full depth. use shortest possible boom at full depth.
• Always start trenching with ground drive speed set at low. If • Always start trenching with ground drive speed set at low. If
soil conditions permit optimum digging at higher ground drive soil conditions permit optimum digging at higher ground drive
speed, select high. speed, select high.
• Before operating booms equipped with rock chains, check bits • Before operating booms equipped with rock chains, check bits
for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by for free rotation. Tap bits lightly with a hammer and turn by
hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit hand. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from bit
block. block.
• Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, • Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material,
such as sandstone or frozen sands, gravels or asphalts. such as sandstone or frozen sands, gravels or asphalts.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Chain Chain
A variety of chains, teeth, and tooth patterns are available to A variety of chains, teeth, and tooth patterns are available to
provide efficient digging at any jobsite. For more information, provide efficient digging at any jobsite. For more information,
contact your Ditch Witch dealer. contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
Trench Cleaner Trench Cleaner

Trench cleaners remove spoils from trench floor. For more Trench cleaners remove spoils from trench floor. For more
information about trench cleaners, contact your Ditch Witch information about trench cleaners, contact your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
Trench Depth Meter Trench Depth Meter

Trench Depth Meter (TDM) is an optional electronic system for Trench Depth Meter (TDM) is an optional electronic system for
measuring and recording trench depth. TDM also displays measuring and recording trench depth. TDM also displays
productivity and distance while trenching. productivity and distance while trenching.
IMPORTANT: For more information about TDM see the TDM IMPORTANT: For more information about TDM see the TDM
Operator Manual (p/n 054-117). Operator Manual (p/n 054-117).
Long Auger Extensions Long Auger Extensions

For conditions that require spoils to be moved farther from the For conditions that require spoils to be moved farther from the
trench, different augers are available. Ask your Ditch Witch trench, different augers are available. Ask your Ditch Witch
dealer about the auger length best suited to your jobsite. dealer about the auger length best suited to your jobsite.
RT115 Tier 2 - PLOW ATTACHMENT 99 RT115 Tier 2 - PLOW ATTACHMENT 99
PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW
PLOW ATTACHMENT PLOW ATTACHMENT
PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW PLOW CONTROLS OVERVIEW
1 2 3 1 2 3
1. Plow swing control 1. Plow swing control

2. Blade position control 2. Blade position control
3. Plow lift control 3. Plow lift control
100 RT115 Tier 2 - PLOW ATTACHMENT 100 RT115 Tier 2 - PLOW ATTACHMENT
PLOW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS PLOW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
Plow Swing Control Plow Swing Control
This lever controls plow swing. This lever controls plow swing.
• Pull to swing left. • Pull to swing left.
• Push to swing right. • Push to swing right.
• Push to end to float. • Push to end to float.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
• If soil conditions allow, operate in float position. • If soil conditions allow, operate in float position.
• Lower plow into ground before moving plow swing • Lower plow into ground before moving plow swing
control to float position. control to float position.
• Do not raise plow with plow swing contol in float • Do not raise plow with plow swing contol in float
position. position.
Blade Position Blade Position
This lever controls plow blade This lever controls plow blade
position. position.
• Pull to steer right. • Pull to steer right.

• Push to steer left. • Push to steer left.
Plow Lift Control Plow Lift Control
This lever controls plow lift. This lever controls plow lift.
• Pull to raise plow. • Pull to raise plow.

• Push to lower plow. • Push to lower plow.
• Push to end to float. • Push to end to float.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• If soil conditions allow, operate in float position. • If soil conditions allow, operate in float position.
• Lower plow into ground before moving plow swing • Lower plow into ground before moving plow swing
control to float position. control to float position.
• Do not raise plow with plow swing contol in float • Do not raise plow with plow swing contol in float
position. position.
Plow Stow Lock Plow Stow Lock
This lever locks or unlocks plow. This lever locks or unlocks plow.
• Lift plow and pull lever to • Lift plow and pull lever to
release. release.
Reel Carrier Control Reel Carrier Control
This optional switch controls reel This optional switch controls reel
carrier. carrier.
• Press top to raise. • Press top to raise.

• Press bottom to lower. • Press bottom to lower.
NOTICE: Operate reel carrier in the lowest position possible for NOTICE: Operate reel carrier in the lowest position possible for
improved stability and visibility. See SPECIFICATIONS for improved stability and visibility. See SPECIFICATIONS for
counterweight requirements. counterweight requirements.
SETUP SETUP
SETUP SETUP

NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Plow will swing freely in float. • Plow will swing freely in float.

NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before NOTICE: Comply with all utility notification regulations before
SETUP SETUP

NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Use attachments or counterweights to make front and • Use attachments or counterweights to make front and
rear loads balance when all attachments are raised. rear loads balance when all attachments are raised.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about Contact your Ditch Witch dealer about
counterweighting for your equipment. counterweighting for your equipment.
• Do not operate vibrator unless plow is in ground. • Do not operate vibrator unless plow is in ground.
2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures. 2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures.
on. on.
6. Lower plow to starting point of trench. 6. Lower plow to starting point of trench.
IMPORTANT: Plow blade will go into ground without starting a IMPORTANT: Plow blade will go into ground without starting a
trench, but using one allows for full-depth starting. trench, but using one allows for full-depth starting.
7. Turn ignition switch to STOP. 7. Turn ignition switch to STOP.

SETUP SETUP
8. Attach material being pulled or fed. 8. Attach material being pulled or fed.
Pull: Pull:
• Insert material into pulling • Insert material into pulling
grip. grip.
• Tape grip with duct tape. • Tape grip with duct tape.
Feed: Feed:
• Remove cable guide. • Remove cable guide.
• Feed cable through tube • Feed cable through tube
from top to bottom. from top to bottom.
• Replace cable guide and • Replace cable guide and
tighten fasteners. tighten fasteners.
• Secure cable. • Secure cable.
NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being installed. NOTICE: Keep everyone away from material being installed.
OPERATION OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION


NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution. NOTICE: Cutting high voltage cable can cause electrocution.
Expose lines by hand before digging. Expose lines by hand before digging.

NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Comply with all utility notification regulations before • Comply with all utility notification regulations before
• Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call. • Notify companies that do not subscribe to One-Call.
• Do not drive backward with plow in ground. • Do not drive backward with plow in ground.
OPERATION OPERATION
2. Start tractor. 2. Start tractor.
4. Check that ground drive control is in neutral. 4. Check that ground drive control is in neutral.
off. off.
7. Lower reel carrier to lowest position possible, if equipped. 7. Lower reel carrier to lowest position possible, if equipped.
NOTICE: Use extreme caution when operating reel carrier on NOTICE: Use extreme caution when operating reel carrier on
sloped surfaces. sloped surfaces.

12. Move ground drive control forward to plowing speed and 12. Move ground drive control forward to plowing speed and
lower plow blade into ground. lower plow blade into ground.
NOTICE: Lower plow into ground before moving plow lift NOTICE: Lower plow into ground before moving plow lift
control or plow swing control to float. control or plow swing control to float.
13. Move plow lift control to float. 13. Move plow lift control to float.
14. Move plow swing control to float. 14. Move plow swing control to float.
OPERATION OPERATION
16. Move attachment speed/direction control to full speed 16. Move attachment speed/direction control to full speed
forward. PLOW WILL VIBRATE. forward. PLOW WILL VIBRATE.
17. Reduce attachment speed to a point with the least tractor 17. Reduce attachment speed to a point with the least tractor
vibration and the highest ground drive speed possible without vibration and the highest ground drive speed possible without
tire slippage. tire slippage.
18. Adjust vibrator speed if ROPS vibrates excessively. 18. Adjust vibrator speed if ROPS vibrates excessively.
19. When installation is complete, move plow swing to neutral. 19. When installation is complete, move plow swing to neutral.
20. With vibrator running, raise plow to ground level. 20. With vibrator running, raise plow to ground level.
NOTICE: Do not operate vibrator when plow is out of the NOTICE: Do not operate vibrator when plow is out of the
ground. This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid ground. This will cause excessive vibration resulting in rapid
wear, and possible damage to the unit and product being wear, and possible damage to the unit and product being
installed. installed.
21. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral. 21. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral.
on. on.
25. Turn ignition switch to STOP and remove product from plow. 25. Turn ignition switch to STOP and remove product from plow.
26. Tilt steering wheel column down, start tractor and drive a 26. Tilt steering wheel column down, start tractor and drive a
short distance away from work site. short distance away from work site.
27. Disengage axle lock by driving tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m). 27. Disengage axle lock by driving tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m).
• If ROPS-attached cable guide is used, it should be a genuine • If ROPS-attached cable guide is used, it should be a genuine
Ditch Witch cable guide manufactured for this purpose. Ditch Witch cable guide manufactured for this purpose.
• If material must be at a constant depth, dig starting and target • If material must be at a constant depth, dig starting and target
trenches. trenches.
• Check cable for damage during plowing. Run continuity • Check cable for damage during plowing. Run continuity
checks on electric cable and check pipe pressure. Damage checks on electric cable and check pipe pressure. Damage
can result from improper operation, incorrect blade choice, can result from improper operation, incorrect blade choice,
striking underground obstructions, or other conditions. striking underground obstructions, or other conditions.
• Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy • Keep sod cutter edge sharp when plowing in areas with heavy
grass cover or surface clutter. grass cover or surface clutter.
• In some soil conditions, changing vibrator weights can • In some soil conditions, changing vibrator weights can
improve plow performance. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer improve plow performance. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer
for details. for details.
Offset Plowing, Coordinated Plowing Offset Plowing, Coordinated Plowing

and Crabbing and Crabbing
Your Ditch Witch equipment allows you to plow four ways: normal Your Ditch Witch equipment allows you to plow four ways: normal
plowing, offset plowing (1), coordinated plowing (2), and crabbing plowing, offset plowing (1), coordinated plowing (2), and crabbing
(3). (3).
NOTICE: Oversteering blade may damage blade or cable. NOTICE: Oversteering blade may damage blade or cable.
To offset plow: To offset plow:
Offset plowing can be used to plow next to a road while keeping Offset plowing can be used to plow next to a road while keeping
tires on a more stable surface or in similar conditions. tires on a more stable surface or in similar conditions.
1. Use plow swing to move plow to planned trench line. 1. Use plow swing to move plow to planned trench line.
2. Use blade position to position blade parallel to direction of 2. Use blade position to position blade parallel to direction of
tractor frame. tractor frame.
To coordinate plow: To coordinate plow:
Coordinated plowing can be used to turn a tight circle around a Coordinated plowing can be used to turn a tight circle around a
jobsite obstacle or in similar conditions. jobsite obstacle or in similar conditions.
1. Move steer select control to coordinated position. 1. Move steer select control to coordinated position.
2. Slowly move tractor forward. 2. Slowly move tractor forward.
3. Plow as normal. 3. Plow as normal.
IMPORTANT: When coordinate plowing, keep plow blade IMPORTANT: When coordinate plowing, keep plow blade
straight or in the same angle position as rear tires. straight or in the same angle position as rear tires.
To crab: To crab:
Crab plowing can be used to plow along edge of jobsite or in Crab plowing can be used to plow along edge of jobsite or in
similar conditions. similar conditions.
1. Move steer select control to crab position. 1. Move steer select control to crab position.
2. Slowly move tractor forward. 2. Slowly move tractor forward.
3. Plow as normal. 3. Plow as normal.
Blades Blades
Several blade lengths and types are available. See your Several blade lengths and types are available. See your
authorized Ditch Witch dealer to select the blade right for your authorized Ditch Witch dealer to select the blade right for your
needs. needs.
Reel Carrier and Winder Reel Carrier and Winder

Reel carriers and winders are designed to fit your Ditch Witch Reel carriers and winders are designed to fit your Ditch Witch
equipment and speed cable installation. Contact your Ditch Witch equipment and speed cable installation. Contact your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
Toe or Bullet Toe or Bullet

Toes (feed blades) stabilize the plow for more constant depth. Toes (feed blades) stabilize the plow for more constant depth.
Bullets (pull blades) allow a larger cavity for the material being Bullets (pull blades) allow a larger cavity for the material being
installed. To select the toe or bullet for your equipment and installed. To select the toe or bullet for your equipment and
jobsite, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. jobsite, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
RT115 Tier 2 - REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT 113 RT115 Tier 2 - REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT 113
REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW
REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT
REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW REEL WINDER CONTROLS OVERVIEW
1. Reel winder selector switch 1. Reel winder selector switch

2. Reel winder control 2. Reel winder control
114 RT115 Tier 2 - REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT 114 RT115 Tier 2 - REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT
REEL WINDER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS REEL WINDER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
REEL WINDER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS REEL WINDER CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
Reel Winder Selector Switch Reel Winder Selector Switch
This switch selects reel winder This switch selects reel winder
function. function.
• Press right to activate reel • Press right to activate reel

winder controls. winder controls.
• Press left to activate backfill • Press left to activate backfill
blade controls. blade controls.
Reel Winder Control Reel Winder Control
This control lowers and raises This control lowers and raises
reel winder arm to engage or reel winder arm to engage or
disengage roller tire. disengage roller tire.
This control also selects the This control also selects the
direction the reel rotates. direction the reel rotates.
• Move forward to unwind reel. • Move forward to unwind reel.

• Move backward to wind reel. • Move backward to wind reel.
• Move right to lower reel winder arm. • Move right to lower reel winder arm.
• Move left to raise reel winder arm. • Move left to raise reel winder arm.
NOTICE: Do not continue to push lift control after tire makes NOTICE: Do not continue to push lift control after tire makes
contact with reel. contact with reel.
SETUP SETUP
SETUP SETUP

result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn
to use equipment correctly. to use equipment correctly.
Adjust reel winder roller to rotate desired reel: Adjust reel winder roller to rotate desired reel:
1. Lower reel carrier. 1. Lower reel carrier.

2. Turn off engine. 2. Turn off engine.
3. Remove reel. 3. Remove reel.

injury. Use proper procedures injury. Use proper procedures
OPERATION OPERATION
4. Remove lever arm (3). 4. Remove lever arm (3).

While supporting lever arm, While supporting lever arm,
remove bolt (1) that attaches remove bolt (1) that attaches
hydraulic lift cylinder to lever hydraulic lift cylinder to lever
arm. arm.
For 2 ft to 5 ft (61 to For 2 ft to 5 ft (61 to
152 cm ) diameter reels: 152 cm ) diameter reels:
Rotate lever arm (3) back and Rotate lever arm (3) back and
attach cylinder rod to bottom attach cylinder rod to bottom
cylinder mounting hole (1). cylinder mounting hole (1).
For 5 ft to 7 ft (152 to 213 cm ) diameter reels: For 5 ft to 7 ft (152 to 213 cm ) diameter reels:
Rotate lever arm (3) back and attach cylinder rod to top Rotate lever arm (3) back and attach cylinder rod to top
cylinder mounting hole (2). cylinder mounting hole (2).
OPERATION OPERATION
1. Drive to beginning of planned plow path. 1. Drive to beginning of planned plow path.
2. Engage parking brake. 2. Engage parking brake.
4. Lower plow attachment. 4. Lower plow attachment.
6. Attach service line to reel. 6. Attach service line to reel.
7. Move reel winder selector switch to activate reel winder 7. Move reel winder selector switch to activate reel winder
control functions. control functions.
8. Lower reel winder arm until tire meets reel flange. 8. Lower reel winder arm until tire meets reel flange.
9. Wind service line. 9. Wind service line.
10. When finished winding, raise reel winder arm. 10. When finished winding, raise reel winder arm.
12. Move reel winder selector switch to activate backfill blade 12. Move reel winder selector switch to activate backfill blade
controls. controls.
OPERATION OPERATION

14. Release parking brake. 14. Release parking brake.
15. Follow directions in PLOW ATTACHMENT to begin plowing. 15. Follow directions in PLOW ATTACHMENT to begin plowing.
OPERATION OPERATION
RT115 Tier 2 - SAW ATTACHMENT 119 RT115 Tier 2 - SAW ATTACHMENT 119
SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW
SAW ATTACHMENT SAW ATTACHMENT
SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW SAW CONTROLS OVERVIEW
1. Cruise control selector* 3. Saw lift control 1. Cruise control selector* 3. Saw lift control
2. Stabilizer lift control 4. Cruise control RPM 2. Stabilizer lift control 4. Cruise control RPM
control* control*
* optional * optional
120 RT115 Tier 2 - SAW ATTACHMENT 120 RT115 Tier 2 - SAW ATTACHMENT
SAW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS SAW CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
Stabilizer Lift Control Stabilizer Lift Control
This lever raises or lowers stabilizers. This lever raises or lowers stabilizers.

Saw Lift Control Saw Lift Control
This lever raises or lowers saw. This lever raises or lowers saw.


• gearbox control is in low • gearbox control is in low

• hydraulic motor switch is set at low • hydraulic motor switch is set at low
• ground drive is in neutral. • ground drive is in neutral.
Cruise Control RPM Control Cruise Control RPM Control

• Turn clockwise to increase • Turn clockwise to increase

engine rpm. This typically engine rpm. This typically
decreases ground speed. decreases ground speed.
• Turn counterclockwise to • Turn counterclockwise to
decrease engine rpm. This c00ic054a.eps decrease engine rpm. This c00ic054a.eps

speed. speed.
SETUP SETUP
SETUP SETUP


NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call
service and utility notification before digging. service and utility notification before digging.

SETUP SETUP
Before First Use and After Replacing Bits Before First Use and After Replacing Bits
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be • Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be
performed with tractor off. performed with tractor off.
• See weld notice at the end of this chapter. • See weld notice at the end of this chapter.
Check bit clearance. Check bit clearance.
1. Check that all bits are properly secured. 1. Check that all bits are properly secured.
2. Check that all bit retaining rings are secure. 2. Check that all bit retaining rings are secure.
3. Spin wheel by hand and listen for bits hitting diverters. 3. Spin wheel by hand and listen for bits hitting diverters.
4. If bits hit diverters, repeat steps 1-3 to make sure bits are in 4. If bits hit diverters, repeat steps 1-3 to make sure bits are in
the proper location and secured at proper depth. the proper location and secured at proper depth.
5. If bits do not hit diverters: 5. If bits do not hit diverters:
• Set parking brake. • Set parking brake.
• Fasten and adjust seat belt. • Fasten and adjust seat belt.
• Start tractor and adjust throttle. • Start tractor and adjust throttle.
• Raise saw slightly. • Raise saw slightly.
• Use attachment speed/direction control to rotate saw • Use attachment speed/direction control to rotate saw
slowly. As it rotates, listen for clicking sounds. If clicking slowly. As it rotates, listen for clicking sounds. If clicking
is present, repeat steps 1-4. is present, repeat steps 1-4.
SETUP SETUP
Normal Use Normal Use

2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR start-up procedures. 2. Start tractor. See TRACTOR start-up procedures.
on. on.
9. Lower saw to just above ground. 9. Lower saw to just above ground.
10. Lower stabilizers until distance from bottom of skid shoe to 10. Lower stabilizers until distance from bottom of skid shoe to
bottom of saw bits equals desired trench depth. bottom of saw bits equals desired trench depth.
11. Check that saw is in line with planned trench and that tires 11. Check that saw is in line with planned trench and that tires
are pointing straight ahead. are pointing straight ahead.
OPERATION OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION
Jobsite hazards could cause Jobsite hazards could cause

death or serious injury. Use correct equipment death or serious injury. Use correct equipment
and work methods. Use and maintain proper and work methods. Use and maintain proper
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 respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica
dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of dust can cause lung disease and is known to the State of
California to cause cancer. California to cause cancer.


OPERATION OPERATION
Flying objects thrown by Flying objects thrown by

machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and machine may strike people. Wear hard hat and
safety glasses. safety glasses.
Moving digging teeth will kill you Moving digging teeth will kill you
or cut off arm or leg. Stay away. or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Machine might jerk when digging starts. Allow 3’ • Machine might jerk when digging starts. Allow 3’
(1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle. (1 m) between digging teeth and obstacle.

2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed. 2. Move attachment speed/direction control to desired speed.
SAW WILL TURN. SAW WILL TURN.
3. Slowly lower saw to trench depth. 3. Slowly lower saw to trench depth.
Incorrect procedures Incorrect procedures

could result in death, injury, or property could result in death, injury, or property
damage. Learn to use equipment damage. Learn to use equipment
correctly. correctly.
NOTICE: Ensure that stabilizers are in contact with NOTICE: Ensure that stabilizers are in contact with
the ground while sawing. Failure to use stabilizers the ground while sawing. Failure to use stabilizers
correctly will damage equipment. correctly will damage equipment.
off. off.
OPERATION OPERATION
6. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed. 6. Push ground drive control forward to trenching speed.
7. When trench is complete, adjust throttle to low idle. 7. When trench is complete, adjust throttle to low idle.
8. Raise saw and stabilizers. 8. Raise saw and stabilizers.
As saw clears top of trench, move attachment speed/ As saw clears top of trench, move attachment speed/
direction control to neutral. direction control to neutral.
11. Drive a short distance away from work site. 11. Drive a short distance away from work site.
12. Disengage axle lock. 12. Disengage axle lock.
Drive tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m) while turning steering wheel Drive tractor in reverse 6’ (2 m) while turning steering wheel
left to right to fully disengage axle lock. left to right to fully disengage axle lock.
OPERATION OPERATION
Cruise Control Operation Cruise Control Operation
1. Ensure ground drive control is in neutral. 1. Ensure ground drive control is in neutral.
2. Ensure hydraulic motor switch is in low. 2. Ensure hydraulic motor switch is in low.
3. Ensure gearbox control is in 1 (low). 3. Ensure gearbox control is in 1 (low).
4. Ensure cruise control selector is in MANUAL. 4. Ensure cruise control selector is in MANUAL.
5. Ensure that all controls are set as desired. 5. Ensure that all controls are set as desired.
6. Move cruise control RPM control to arrow at center. 6. Move cruise control RPM control to arrow at center.
7. Move cruise control selector to AUTO. 7. Move cruise control selector to AUTO.
8. Following procedures in "Operation," begin sawing to desired 8. Following procedures in "Operation," begin sawing to desired
depth. depth.
9. When desired depth is reached, ensure throttle is fully open. 9. When desired depth is reached, ensure throttle is fully open.
10. Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position. 10. Slowly move ground drive control to full forward position.
11. Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging 11. Slowly adjust cruise control rpm control to match digging
conditions. In harder digging conditions, higher cruise control conditions. In harder digging conditions, higher cruise control
rpm setting may improve digging performance. In easier rpm setting may improve digging performance. In easier
digging conditions, lower cruise control rpm setting may digging conditions, lower cruise control rpm setting may
increase ground drive speed. See "Operating Tips." increase ground drive speed. See "Operating Tips."
12. When finished digging, move ground drive control to neutral. 12. When finished digging, move ground drive control to neutral.
13. Move cruise control selector to MANUAL. 13. Move cruise control selector to MANUAL.
14. Allow saw to dig itself free before stopping attachment. 14. Allow saw to dig itself free before stopping attachment.
OPERATION OPERATION
Backfilling Backfilling
1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim 1. Position unit at end of trench, several feet from spoils. Aim
tractor at outer edge of spoils. tractor at outer edge of spoils.
2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour. 2. Adjust backfill blade to fit land contour.
3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more 3. Move outer edge of spoils toward trench. Take two or more
passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once. passes at spoils rather than moving all spoils at once.
4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary. 4. Repeat on other side of trench, if necessary.
5. Engage float and make final pass over trench. 5. Engage float and make final pass over trench.
• Work slowly and carefully. • Work slowly and carefully.

• Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water • Wash bits and mounting blocks with high pressure water
before parking unit overnight. before parking unit overnight.
• Before operating saw, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits • Before operating saw, check bits for free rotation. Tap bits
lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck, lightly with a hammer and turn by hand. If bits are stuck,
remove and clean packed soil from bit block. remove and clean packed soil from bit block.
• For best results, use retaining clip loading and removing tool • For best results, use retaining clip loading and removing tool
and a knock-out bar included with saw to remove and reinsert and a knock-out bar included with saw to remove and reinsert
bits. bits.
• Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material, • Carbide bits are recommended for cutting abrasive material,
such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels. such as sandstone or frozen sands or gravels.
• Saw use is not recommended for soft, wet, or sticky soil • Saw use is not recommended for soft, wet, or sticky soil
conditions. conditions.
• Lower saw into softer material then move into harder or • Lower saw into softer material then move into harder or
abrasive material. For example, lower saw into dirt at shoulder abrasive material. For example, lower saw into dirt at shoulder
before cutting across road. before cutting across road.
• If a curved trench must be cut, make a series of straight cuts. • If a curved trench must be cut, make a series of straight cuts.
Bits and Bit Holders Bits and Bit Holders

Using worn bits and bit holders will reduce efficiency and damage Using worn bits and bit holders will reduce efficiency and damage
equipment. Replacement bits and bit holders are available from equipment. Replacement bits and bit holders are available from
your Ditch Witch dealer. your Ditch Witch dealer.
Block Repair Jigs Block Repair Jigs

If the block or plate housing bit holder is worn or damaged, a new If the block or plate housing bit holder is worn or damaged, a new
block can be welded to the segment. Use Block Repair Jig block can be welded to the segment. Use Block Repair Jig
available from your Ditch Witch dealer and an E7018 or available from your Ditch Witch dealer and an E7018 or
equivalent. equivalent.
NOTICE: Welding can damage electronics. NOTICE: Welding can damage electronics.
• Welding currents can damage electronic components. • Welding currents can damage electronic components.
Always disconnect the ECU ground connection from Always disconnect the ECU ground connection from
the frame, harness connections to the ECU, and other the frame, harness connections to the ECU, and other
electronic components prior to welding on machine or electronic components prior to welding on machine or
attachments. Connect welder ground close to welding attachments. Connect welder ground close to welding
point and make sure no electronic components are in point and make sure no electronic components are in
the ground path. We recommend that NO WELDING the ground path. We recommend that NO WELDING
signs be prominently displayed on machine. signs be prominently displayed on machine.
• Disconnect battery at battery disconnect switch before • Disconnect battery at battery disconnect switch before
welding to prevent damage to battery. welding to prevent damage to battery.
• Do not turn off battery disconnect switch with engine • Do not turn off battery disconnect switch with engine
running, or alternator and other electronic devices may running, or alternator and other electronic devices may
be damaged. be damaged.
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BACKHOE CONTROLS OVERVIEW BACKHOE CONTROLS OVERVIEW
BACKHOE ATTACHMENT BACKHOE ATTACHMENT
BACKHOE CONTROLS OVERVIEW BACKHOE CONTROLS OVERVIEW
1. Remote backfill blade control 1. Remote backfill blade control

2. Left stabilizer control 2. Left stabilizer control
3. Boom/swing control 3. Boom/swing control
4. Remote engine throttle control 4. Remote engine throttle control
5. Work light control 5. Work light control
6. Swing lock pin 6. Swing lock pin
7. Remote engine stop switch 7. Remote engine stop switch
8. Bucket/dipper stick control 8. Bucket/dipper stick control
9. Stow lock control 9. Stow lock control
10. Right stabilizer control 10. Right stabilizer control
11. Remote ground drive control 11. Remote ground drive control
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BACKHOE CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS BACKHOE CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
Remote Backfill Blade Control Remote Backfill Blade Control
This control raises or lowers backfill This control raises or lowers backfill
blade. blade.

Stabilizer Controls Stabilizer Controls
These controls raise or lower These controls raise or lower

stabilizers. stabilizers.
• Pull in to raise. • Pull in to raise.

• Push out to lower. • Push out to lower.
Boom/Swing Control Boom/Swing Control
This control moves boom left or This control moves boom left or
right and raises or lowers boom. right and raises or lowers boom.
• Move left to swing left. • Move left to swing left.

• Move right to swing right. • Move right to swing right.
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Control can perform more than one action at a time. Using them Control can perform more than one action at a time. Using them
together, operator can “feather,” or combine, backhoe operations. together, operator can “feather,” or combine, backhoe operations.
NOTICE: Do not operate backhoe with control in the stowed NOTICE: Do not operate backhoe with control in the stowed
(upright) position. Component failure could occur. Return (upright) position. Component failure could occur. Return
control to stowed position when finished operating. control to stowed position when finished operating.
Remote Engine Throttle Control Remote Engine Throttle Control
This control lever adjusts engine This control lever adjusts engine
throttle. throttle.
• Pull back to decrease engine • Pull back to decrease engine

speed. speed.
• Push forward to increase engine • Push forward to increase engine
speed. speed.
IMPORTANT: Remote throttle will only function above throttle IMPORTANT: Remote throttle will only function above throttle
setting at operator station. setting at operator station.
NOTICE: Before returning to tractor operator station: NOTICE: Before returning to tractor operator station:
• return remote throttle to low idle • return remote throttle to low idle
• raise stabilizers • raise stabilizers
• stow and lock boom • stow and lock boom
Work Light Control Work Light Control
This control operates optional This control operates optional

backhoe work lights. backhoe work lights.
Swing Lock Pin Swing Lock Pin
This pin locks boom from swinging right or left during transport. This pin locks boom from swinging right or left during transport.
To lock: To lock:
• First engage stow lock. See • First engage stow lock. See
“Stow Lock Control” later in this “Stow Lock Control” later in this
chapter. chapter.
• Insert swing lock pin into hole (1). • Insert swing lock pin into hole (1).
To release: To release:
• Remove swing lock pin and store • Remove swing lock pin and store
in hole (2). in hole (2).
IMPORTANT: Do not store in holes marked with an IMPORTANT: Do not store in holes marked with an
“X.” Backhoe could swing into pin and destroy it. “X.” Backhoe could swing into pin and destroy it.
• Release stow lock. See “Stow Lock Control” later in this • Release stow lock. See “Stow Lock Control” later in this
chapter. chapter.
Remote Engine Stop Switch Remote Engine Stop Switch
This control stops machine This control stops machine

immediately. Return to idle before immediately. Return to idle before
using stop switch except in using stop switch except in
emergency. emergency.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to turbocharger, do not shut NOTICE: To prevent damage to turbocharger, do not shut
down engine at full throttle or under load. Should engine die, down engine at full throttle or under load. Should engine die,
immediately remove load and restart engine. immediately remove load and restart engine.
Bucket/Dipper Stick Control Bucket/Dipper Stick Control
This control opens or closes This control opens or closes

bucket and moves dipper in or out. bucket and moves dipper in or out.
• Move right to open bucket • Move right to open bucket

• Move left to close bucket. • Move left to close bucket.
• Pull to move dipper in. • Pull to move dipper in.
• Push to move dipper out. • Push to move dipper out.
Control can perform more than one action at a time. Using them Control can perform more than one action at a time. Using them
together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations. together, operator can “feather,” or combine backhoe operations.
Stow Lock Control Stow Lock Control
This control locks boom during This control locks boom during
transport. transport.
To lock: To lock:
• Raise boom fully. • Raise boom fully.

• Pull stow lock control handle • Pull stow lock control handle
back. back.
• Lower boom slightly to to engage lock. • Lower boom slightly to to engage lock.
• Insert swing lock pin. • Insert swing lock pin.
To release: To release:
• Remove swing lock pin and store in pin holder located on left • Remove swing lock pin and store in pin holder located on left
stabilizer support. stabilizer support.
• Lift boom slightly. • Lift boom slightly.
• Push stow lock control handle forward to release lock. • Push stow lock control handle forward to release lock.
Remote Ground Drive Control Remote Ground Drive Control
This control is used to move machine This control is used to move machine
backward or forward while in backward or forward while in
backhoe operator station. backhoe operator station.
• Push handle for forward • Push handle for forward

movement. movement.
• Pull handle for reverse • Pull handle for reverse
movement. movement.
NOTICE: Do not operate remote ground drive control without NOTICE: Do not operate remote ground drive control without
raising backfill blade. Do not move more than 30’ (10 m) at a raising backfill blade. Do not move more than 30’ (10 m) at a
time. time.
SETUP SETUP
SETUP SETUP
1. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral position. 1. Move attachment speed/direction control to neutral position.
2. Apply service brake. 2. Apply service brake.
3. Move ground drive control to neutral position. 3. Move ground drive control to neutral position.
4. Shift gearbox control to 1 (low). 4. Shift gearbox control to 1 (low).
5. Lower rear attachment to 6” (150 mm) above ground. 5. Lower rear attachment to 6” (150 mm) above ground.
6. Check that backfill blade is straight and lower it to ground. 6. Check that backfill blade is straight and lower it to ground.
7. Decrease engine speed to low throttle. 7. Decrease engine speed to low throttle.
8. Move to backhoe operator’s station. 8. Move to backhoe operator’s station.
9. Lower stabilizers enough to lift front tires. 9. Lower stabilizers enough to lift front tires.
10. Remove swing lock pin from hole 10. Remove swing lock pin from hole
(1) and store in hole (2). (1) and store in hole (2).
11. Raise boom to release tension 11. Raise boom to release tension
on stow lock. on stow lock.
12. Release stow lock by pushing 12. Release stow lock by pushing
handle forward. handle forward.
13. Adjust engine speed to 1/2 to 3/4 13. Adjust engine speed to 1/2 to 3/4
throttle for digging. throttle for digging.
NOTICE: Engine speed affects speed of backhoe operation. NOTICE: Engine speed affects speed of backhoe operation.
OPERATION OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION
1. Use boom/swing control and bucket/dipper control to dig hole 1. Use boom/swing control and bucket/dipper control to dig hole
or trench. or trench.
• Keep dipper and • Keep dipper and
boom at right boom at right
angles as much angles as much
as possible for as possible for
maximum power. maximum power.
• Keep bucket in • Keep bucket in
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line with dipper as line with dipper as
much as much as
possible. possible.
• Position bucket • Position bucket
so teeth cut soil. so teeth cut soil.
As soil is cut, curl As soil is cut, curl
bucket under bucket under
dipper. dipper.
• Move dipper and om1762 • Move dipper and om1762
bucket together. bucket together.

Increasing Increasing
engine speed will engine speed will
not increase not increase
backhoe force. backhoe force.
STOW STOW
STOW STOW
NOTICE: Before returning to tractor operator station: NOTICE: Before returning to tractor operator station:
• raise stabilizers • raise stabilizers

• return remote throttle to low idle • return remote throttle to low idle
• stow and lock boom • stow and lock boom
1. When hole or trench is com- 1. When hole or trench is com-

plete, lift boom while keeping plete, lift boom while keeping
dipper pointed at ground. dipper pointed at ground.
2. Curl bucket closed and move 2. Curl bucket closed and move
dipper fully toward boom. dipper fully toward boom.
3. Lift boom to highest position 3. Lift boom to highest position

and latch stow lock. and latch stow lock.
4. Lower boom slightly to to 4. Lower boom slightly to to
engage lock. engage lock.
5. Engage swing lock. See 5. Engage swing lock. See
“Swing Lock Pin” earlier in “Swing Lock Pin” earlier in
this chapter. this chapter.
6. Raise stabilizers. 6. Raise stabilizers.

7. Return remote throttle to low 7. Return remote throttle to low
idle. idle.
RT115 Tier 2 - DRILLING ATTACHMENT 145 RT115 Tier 2 - DRILLING ATTACHMENT 145
DRILLING ATTACHMENT DRILLING ATTACHMENT
Turning shaft will kill you or Turning shaft will kill you or
crush arm or leg. Stay away. crush arm or leg. Stay away.
NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill pipe NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill pipe
during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill pipe while during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill pipe while
drilling. drilling.

injury. Use correct equipment injury. Use correct equipment
and work methods. Use and and work methods. Use and
maintain proper safety maintain proper safety
NOTICE: Set up warning barriers and keep people away from NOTICE: Set up warning barriers and keep people away from
equipment and jobsite while drilling. equipment and jobsite while drilling.


NOTICE: Do not tape or tie down switch or lever. NOTICE: Do not tape or tie down switch or lever.
146 RT115 Tier 2 - DRILLING ATTACHMENT 146 RT115 Tier 2 - DRILLING ATTACHMENT
DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DESCRIPTION
DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL DRILLING ATTACHMENT CONTROL

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
Drilling Control Drilling Control

This switch controls drill string This switch controls drill string
rotation. rotation.
• To rotate clockwise, press top. • To rotate clockwise, press top.

• To rotate counterclockwise, • To rotate counterclockwise,
press bottom. press bottom.
IMPORTANT: Always IMPORTANT: Always
rotate clockwise during rotate clockwise during
drilling and backreaming. drilling and backreaming.
Rotate counterclockwise Rotate counterclockwise
only to dislodge a dry only to dislodge a dry
bore bit or reamer that bore bit or reamer that
has siezed in the bore has siezed in the bore
hole. hole.
• This switch is spring-loaded and will automatically stop the • This switch is spring-loaded and will automatically stop the
drilling attachment when released. drilling attachment when released.
• If using only remote handle, switch will not be mounted on • If using only remote handle, switch will not be mounted on
dash. dash.
PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT PREPARE JOBSITE AND EQUIPMENT

1 1
2 2
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Approach Trench (1) Approach Trench (1)

1. Mark path where you intend to drill. 1. Mark path where you intend to drill.
2. Dig an approach trench (1) along the intended bore path. 2. Dig an approach trench (1) along the intended bore path.
IMPORTANT: The approach trench should be at least: IMPORTANT: The approach trench should be at least:
• deep enough for pipe to lay flat and enter soil • deep enough for pipe to lay flat and enter soil
at correct angle at correct angle
• 20’ (6 m) long • 20’ (6 m) long
• 4" (100 mm) wide • 4" (100 mm) wide
Target Trench (2) Target Trench (2)

1. Select a completion point for the drilling project. 1. Select a completion point for the drilling project.
2. Dig a target trench (2) across the anticipated completion 2. Dig a target trench (2) across the anticipated completion
point. point.
IMPORTANT: The actual length of the target trench IMPORTANT: The actual length of the target trench
depends on soil conditions and length of pipe sections. depends on soil conditions and length of pipe sections.
Make it deep enough for drill bit to enter slightly above Make it deep enough for drill bit to enter slightly above
the trench floor. the trench floor.
Drill Pipe and Equipment Drill Pipe and Equipment
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1. Assemble at least 20’ (6 m), but not more than 30’ (9 m), of 1. Assemble at least 20’ (6 m), but not more than 30’ (9 m), of
drill rod. drill rod.
NOTICE: More than 10-15’ (3-4.5 m) of drill rod out of NOTICE: More than 10-15’ (3-4.5 m) of drill rod out of
the trench increases the tendency of drill rod to bend. the trench increases the tendency of drill rod to bend.
2. Install drill bit to the cutting end of the drill string. 2. Install drill bit to the cutting end of the drill string.
3. Put drill string in approach trench. 3. Put drill string in approach trench.
4. Move tractor to the approach trench and align the drilling 4. Move tractor to the approach trench and align the drilling
attachment with the intended bore path. attachment with the intended bore path.
5. Turn off engine. 5. Turn off engine.
6. Attach drill string to drilling attachment. 6. Attach drill string to drilling attachment.
DRILL DRILL
DRILL DRILL
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Release drilling control and turn EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Release drilling control and turn
ignition switch to STOP. ignition switch to STOP.
1. Start tractor’s engine and begin clockwise (forward) rotation. 1. Start tractor’s engine and begin clockwise (forward) rotation.
2. Slowly advance tractor while maintaining clockwise rotation. 2. Slowly advance tractor while maintaining clockwise rotation.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may • Drilling too quickly causes bit to drift off course and may
bend drill rod. After bore path is established, speed may be bend drill rod. After bore path is established, speed may be
slightly increased. slightly increased.
• If drill rod starts to bend, stop forward movement of unit • If drill rod starts to bend, stop forward movement of unit
and back the unit slightly until rod straightens. Do not drill and back the unit slightly until rod straightens. Do not drill
with bent rod. with bent rod.
• If drill rod hits an obstruction, rotate drill string • If drill rod hits an obstruction, rotate drill string
counterclockwise to back up slightly. counterclockwise to back up slightly.
DRILL DRILL
Using Drill String Guide Using Drill String Guide
Turning shaft will kill you or Turning shaft will kill you or
crush arm or leg. Stay away. crush arm or leg. Stay away.
NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill rod NOTICE: Keep everybody at least 10’ (3 m) away from drill rod
during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill rod while drilling. during operation. Do not straddle trench or drill rod while drilling.
Use drill string guide to align drill Use drill string guide to align drill
string as it enters the soil. When string as it enters the soil. When
using drill string guide, follow these using drill string guide, follow these
guidelines: guidelines:
• Use only approved • Use only approved

Ditch Witch drill string guide (p/n Ditch Witch drill string guide (p/n
179-737). 179-737).
• Stand only on the left side of the • Stand only on the left side of the
approach trench. approach trench.
• Keep drill string guide at least 3’ • Keep drill string guide at least 3’
(1 m) behind bit. om0342c.eps (1 m) behind bit. om0342c.eps
• Use drill string guide to control • Use drill string guide to control
only the first 5’ (1.5 m) of the bore path. only the first 5’ (1.5 m) of the bore path.
• After drilling 5’ (1.5 m), stop unit and remove drill string guide. • After drilling 5’ (1.5 m), stop unit and remove drill string guide.
• Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or any time • Do not use drill string guide during backreaming or any time
the drill string is being pulled back. the drill string is being pulled back.
ADD ROD ADD ROD
ADD ROD ADD ROD

1. Stop drilling attachment. 1. Stop drilling attachment.
2. Back up tractor 6" (150 mm) to loosen drill rod in ground. 2. Back up tractor 6" (150 mm) to loosen drill rod in ground.
3. Disconnect drill rod from drilling attachment. 3. Disconnect drill rod from drilling attachment.
4. Move tractor away from bore. 4. Move tractor away from bore.
5. Add one drill rod to continue bore. 5. Add one drill rod to continue bore.
BACKREAM BACKREAM
After drill bit enters target trench, the bore hole may be enlarged After drill bit enters target trench, the bore hole may be enlarged
by changing the drill bit to a backreamer and drawing it back by changing the drill bit to a backreamer and drawing it back
through the initial bore. through the initial bore.
1. Turn tractor ignition switch to STOP. 1. Turn tractor ignition switch to STOP.
2. Replace drill bit with backreamer. 2. Replace drill bit with backreamer.
3. Start tractor engine and begin clockwise rotation. 3. Start tractor engine and begin clockwise rotation.
IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during IMPORTANT: Always rotate clockwise during
backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge backreaming. Rotate counterclockwise only to dislodge
a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole. a dry bore bit or reamer that has siezed in the bore hole.
4. Slowly back up tractor while maintaining rotation. 4. Slowly back up tractor while maintaining rotation.
5. When backreamer exits the bore hole, stop rotation 5. When backreamer exits the bore hole, stop rotation
immediately. immediately.
• Do not try to increase hole size too much in one pass. • Do not try to increase hole size too much in one pass.
Several passes using successively larger reamers will Several passes using successively larger reamers will
save wear on machine. save wear on machine.
• During backreaming, keep drill string straight. Sharp bends • During backreaming, keep drill string straight. Sharp bends
in the drill rod at the motor coupling can cause rod failure. in the drill rod at the motor coupling can cause rod failure.
DISASSEMBLE JOINTS DISASSEMBLE JOINTS
DISASSEMBLE JOINTS DISASSEMBLE JOINTS
1. Press tab through hole in 1. Press tab through hole in

female side of joint using female side of joint using
special tool or screwdriver. special tool or screwdriver.
2. Pull rods apart. 2. Pull rods apart.
Drill Rod Drill Rod
Bent or damaged drill rod might break when being pushed. Bent or damaged drill rod might break when being pushed.
Replacement drill rod and connectors are available through your Replacement drill rod and connectors are available through your
Ditch Witch dealer. Ditch Witch dealer.
Bits and Backreamers Bits and Backreamers
Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and types Bits and backreamers are available in a variety of sizes and types
to match jobsite needs. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more to match jobsite needs. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for more
information. information.
RT115 Tier 2 - SERVICE 153 RT115 Tier 2 - SERVICE 153
SERVICE SERVICE
Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch
equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions, equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions,
service machine more frequently. service machine more frequently.
Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in
SPECIFICATIONS. SPECIFICATIONS.
Recommended Lubricants Recommended Lubricants

DEO John Deere Plus-50® or eqivalent multi-viscosity diesel engine DEO John Deere Plus-50® or eqivalent multi-viscosity diesel engine
oils meeting ACEA specification E4/E5. Other multi-viscosity oils meeting ACEA specification E4/E5. Other multi-viscosity
diesel engine oils meeting API classifications CI-C4, CH-4, or diesel engine oils meeting API classifications CI-C4, CH-4, or
ACEA E3 may be used, but only with 250 hour change ACEA E3 may be used, but only with 250 hour change
intervals. intervals.
MPG Multipurpose grease MPG Multipurpose grease
EPG Extreme pressure grease EPG Extreme pressure grease
MPL Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service MPL Multipurpose gear oil (SAE 80W90) meeting API service
classification GL-5 classification GL-5
BRAKE DOT 3 brake fluid BRAKE DOT 3 brake fluid
THF Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, THF Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423,
Chevron Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent Chevron Tractor Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent
DEAC Diesel engine antifreeze/coolant meeting ASTM D5345 DEAC Diesel engine antifreeze/coolant meeting ASTM D5345
(prediluted) or D4985 (concentrate) with SCAs meeting John (prediluted) or D4985 (concentrate) with SCAs meeting John
Deere JDM H24A2 Deere JDM H24A2
154 RT115 Tier 2 - SERVICE 154 RT115 Tier 2 - SERVICE
APPROVED COOLANT APPROVED COOLANT
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: Do not use water or high-silicate automotive-type NOTICE: Do not use water or high-silicate automotive-type
coolant. This will lead to engine damage or premature engine coolant. This will lead to engine damage or premature engine
failure. failure.
NOTICE: Do not mix heavy-duty diesel engine coolant and NOTICE: Do not mix heavy-duty diesel engine coolant and
automotive-type coolant. This will lead coolant breakdown and automotive-type coolant. This will lead coolant breakdown and
engine damage. engine damage.

result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn
to use equipment correctly. to use equipment correctly.
NOTICES: NOTICES:
• Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be • Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be
performed with engine off. performed with engine off.
• Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine • Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for engine
maintenance instructions. maintenance instructions.
• Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments • Before servicing equipment, lower unstowed attachments
to ground to ground
Welding Precaution Welding Precaution
Welding Precaution Welding Precaution
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
(DEO) diesel engine oil (THF) Tractor hydraulic fluid (DEO) diesel engine oil (THF) Tractor hydraulic fluid
(MPL) 80W90 multipurpose lubricant Brake fluid (MPL) 80W90 multipurpose lubricant Brake fluid
(ATF) Automatic transmission fluid (EPG) Extreme pressure grease (ATF) Automatic transmission fluid (EPG) Extreme pressure grease
(applies only to tractors equipped with (applies only to tractors equipped with
powershift transmission) powershift transmission)
Change filter Check Change filter Check

10 HOUR SERVICE 10 HOUR SERVICE
TRACTOR Task Note TRACTOR Task Note
Check engine oil DEO Check engine oil DEO
Check air filter indicator and clean dust Check air filter indicator and clean dust
trap trap
Check water separators and fuel filters Check water separators and fuel filters
Check hydraulic fluid THF Check hydraulic fluid THF
Check hydraulic reservoir fill and strainer Check hydraulic reservoir fill and strainer
Check hydraulic hoses Check hydraulic hoses
Check coolant level DEAC Check coolant level DEAC
Check hoses Check hoses
Check radiator fins Check radiator fins
Check tire pressure Check tire pressure
Check wheel lug nuts 295 ft•lb Check wheel lug nuts 295 ft•lb
(400 N•m) (400 N•m)
TRENCHER Lube trencher tail roller EPG TRENCHER Lube trencher tail roller EPG
Lube trencher pivot EPG Lube trencher pivot EPG
Lube trencher auger bearings EPG Lube trencher auger bearings EPG
Lube trencher auger shaft EPG Lube trencher auger shaft EPG
Check trencher auger bolts Check trencher auger bolts
Check digging chain teeth and bits Check digging chain teeth and bits
Check digging chain Check digging chain
Check trencher boom mounting bolts 250 ft•lb Check trencher boom mounting bolts 250 ft•lb
(339 N•m) (339 N•m)
Check attachment mounting bolts 200 ft•lb Check attachment mounting bolts 200 ft•lb
(271 N•m) (271 N•m)
Check personnel restraint bar bolts 350 ft•lb Check personnel restraint bar bolts 350 ft•lb
(475 N•m) (475 N•m)
Check digging chain tension Check digging chain tension

PLOW Lube plow pivots EPG PLOW Lube plow pivots EPG
Check plow vibrator oil MPL Check plow vibrator oil MPL
Check plow arm pins and bushings Check plow arm pins and bushings
Check plow connector pivots Check plow connector pivots
(271 N•m) (271 N•m)
SAW Clean saw SAW Clean saw
Clean spoil chutes Clean spoil chutes
Lube saw wheel shaft bearings EPG Lube saw wheel shaft bearings EPG
Check saw bits Check saw bits
Check segments Check segments
Check segment bolts (initial) 700 ft•lb Check segment bolts (initial) 700 ft•lb
(950 N•m) (950 N•m)
(271 N•m) (271 N•m)
Tractor Tractor
Check Engine Oil Check Engine Oil
1 1
2 2
Check engine oil at dipstick (2) before operation and every 10 Check engine oil at dipstick (2) before operation and every 10
hours thereafter. hours thereafter.
Add DEO at fill as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on Add DEO at fill as necessary to keep oil level at highest line on
dipstick. dipstick.
Check Air Filter Indicator and Clean Dust Trap Check Air Filter Indicator and Clean Dust Trap
Check air filter indicator (1) and clean dust trap every 10 hours. Check air filter indicator (1) and clean dust trap every 10 hours.
Red band indicates filter must be changed. Push button (2) to re- Red band indicates filter must be changed. Push button (2) to re-
set indicator. set indicator.
Clean dust from trap by blowing with low-pressure air every 10 Clean dust from trap by blowing with low-pressure air every 10
hours. hours.
Check Water Separators and Fuel Filters Check Water Separators and Fuel Filters
Check water separators (1) and fuel filters (2) every 10 hours. Check water separators (1) and fuel filters (2) every 10 hours.
Drain at plug as needed until water is removed and fuel runs from Drain at plug as needed until water is removed and fuel runs from
drain. drain.
Check Hydraulic Fluid Check Hydraulic Fluid
With frame level, check fluid at sight glass every 10 hours. With frame level, check fluid at sight glass every 10 hours.
Add THF at fill as necessary. Fluid capacity up to sight glass is 24 Add THF at fill as necessary. Fluid capacity up to sight glass is 24
gal (91 L). gal (91 L).
Clean dust from cap by blowing with low-pressure air. Clean dust from cap by blowing with low-pressure air.
IMPORTANT: Do not open unless adding hydraulic fluid. IMPORTANT: Do not open unless adding hydraulic fluid.
Check Hydraulic Reservoir Fill and Strainer Check Hydraulic Reservoir Fill and Strainer
Check hydraulic reservoir fill and strainer on operator’s station Check hydraulic reservoir fill and strainer on operator’s station
step every 10 hours. Wipe away any dirt or debris. step every 10 hours. Wipe away any dirt or debris.
Check Hydraulic Hoses Check Hydraulic Hoses
Check all hydraulic hoses every 10 hours. Check all hydraulic hoses every 10 hours.
Fluid or air pressure could Fluid or air pressure could

pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away. pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away.
NOTICE: Escaping pressurized fluid can cause injury or pierce NOTICE: Escaping pressurized fluid can cause injury or pierce
skin and poison. skin and poison.
• Before disconnecting a hydraulic line, turn engine off and • Before disconnecting a hydraulic line, turn engine off and
operate all controls to relieve pressure. Lower, block, or operate all controls to relieve pressure. Lower, block, or
support any raised component with a hoist. Cover support any raised component with a hoist. Cover
connection with heavy cloth and loosen connector nut connection with heavy cloth and loosen connector nut
slightly to relieve residual pressure. Catch all fluid in a slightly to relieve residual pressure. Catch all fluid in a
container. container.
• Before using system, check that all connections are tight • Before using system, check that all connections are tight
and all lines are undamaged. and all lines are undamaged.
• Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard • Fluid leaks can be hard to detect. Use a piece of cardboard
or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks. or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks.
• Wear protective clothing, including gloves and eye • Wear protective clothing, including gloves and eye
protection. protection.
If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention from a If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention from a
doctor familiar with this type of injury. doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Check Coolant Level Check Coolant Level
With engine cool, check coolant level in auxiliary tank sight glass With engine cool, check coolant level in auxiliary tank sight glass
every 10 hours. Maintain level so that coolant is visible in sight every 10 hours. Maintain level so that coolant is visible in sight
glass and no higher than bottom of fill neck. If low, add approved glass and no higher than bottom of fill neck. If low, add approved
coolant. Do not overfill. coolant. Do not overfill.
IMPORTANT: See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter IMPORTANT: See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter
for information on approved coolants. for information on approved coolants.
Check Hoses Check Hoses
Check all hoses every 10 hours. Check all hoses every 10 hours.
Check Radiator Fins Check Radiator Fins
Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 10 Check radiator for dirt, grass, and other foreign matter every 10
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.
Check Tire Pressure Check Tire Pressure
Check tire pressure every 10 hours. See SPECIFICATIONS for Check tire pressure every 10 hours. See SPECIFICATIONS for
appropriate tire pressures. appropriate tire pressures.
Check Wheel Lug Nuts Check Wheel Lug Nuts
Check tightness of wheel lug nuts (1) every 10 hours. Tighten Check tightness of wheel lug nuts (1) every 10 hours. Tighten
lugnuts to 295 ft•lb (400 N•m). lugnuts to 295 ft•lb (400 N•m).
Trencher Trencher
Lube Trencher Tail Roller Lube Trencher Tail Roller
Wipe zerks clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG. Lube roller Wipe zerks clean and lube every 10 hours with EPG. Lube roller
zerks on both sides of boom. zerks on both sides of boom.
Lube Trencher Pivot Lube Trencher Pivot
Wipe five zerks located on right of trencher pivot clean and lube Wipe five zerks located on right of trencher pivot clean and lube
every 10 hours with EPG. every 10 hours with EPG.
Wipe four zerks located on left of trencher pivot clean and lube Wipe four zerks located on left of trencher pivot clean and lube
every 10 hours with EPG. every 10 hours with EPG.
Lube Trencher Auger Bearings Lube Trencher Auger Bearings
Lube two auger bearing zerks (one on each side) every 10 hours Lube two auger bearing zerks (one on each side) every 10 hours
with EPG. with EPG.
Lube Trencher Auger Shaft Lube Trencher Auger Shaft
Lube four auger shaft zerks (two on each side) every 10 hours Lube four auger shaft zerks (two on each side) every 10 hours
with EPG. with EPG.
Check Trencher Auger Bolts Check Trencher Auger Bolts
Check trencher auger bolts every 10 hours. For optimum spoils Check trencher auger bolts every 10 hours. For optimum spoils
delivery, adjust augers to match terrain and digging depth. delivery, adjust augers to match terrain and digging depth.
Check Digging Chain Teeth and Bits Check Digging Chain Teeth and Bits
Check teeth for wear every 10 hours. Replace worn teeth, using Check teeth for wear every 10 hours. Replace worn teeth, using
Ditch Witch replacement parts and maintaining original tooth Ditch Witch replacement parts and maintaining original tooth
pattern. pattern.
For more efficient digging, contact your Ditch Witch dealer for For more efficient digging, contact your Ditch Witch dealer for
information about the tooth pattern best suited to your jobsite. information about the tooth pattern best suited to your jobsite.
If using rock chain bits, check that bits rotate freely. Clean chain If using rock chain bits, check that bits rotate freely. Clean chain
and check bits after each use. Replace bit when carbide cap or and check bits after each use. Replace bit when carbide cap or
insert is worn or adapter can be damaged. insert is worn or adapter can be damaged.
Check Digging Chain Check Digging Chain
Check chain every 10 hours. Replace worn or broken chains. If Check chain every 10 hours. Replace worn or broken chains. If
sidebars are bent or loose on chain pins, chain spacers should be sidebars are bent or loose on chain pins, chain spacers should be
used to join sidebars. used to join sidebars.
Check Boom Mounting Bolts Check Boom Mounting Bolts
Check 10 bolts (5 on each side) every 10 hours and torque as Check 10 bolts (5 on each side) every 10 hours and torque as
necessary to keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for necessary to keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for
looseness or wear. Check that bolts are torqued to 250 ft•lb looseness or wear. Check that bolts are torqued to 250 ft•lb
(28 N•m). (28 N•m).
Check Attachment Mounting Bolts Check Attachment Mounting Bolts
Check bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep Check bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep
bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for looseness or wear. bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for looseness or wear.
Apply Loctite 271® adhesive. Check that bolts are torqued to Apply Loctite 271® adhesive. Check that bolts are torqued to
200 ft•lb (271 N•m). 200 ft•lb (271 N•m).
Check Personnel Restraint Bar/Trench Cleaner Check Personnel Restraint Bar/Trench Cleaner
Check 6 bolts that mount restraint bar/trench cleaner to arm Check 6 bolts that mount restraint bar/trench cleaner to arm
every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts tight. every 10 hours and torque as necessary to keep bolts tight.
Check for looseness or wear. Apply Loctite 271® adhesive. Check for looseness or wear. Apply Loctite 271® adhesive.
Check that bolts holding personnel restraint bar/trench cleaner to Check that bolts holding personnel restraint bar/trench cleaner to
arm are torqued to 350 ft•lb (475 N•m). Bolts mounting arm to arm are torqued to 350 ft•lb (475 N•m). Bolts mounting arm to
boom should be torqued to 400 ft•lb (542 N•m). boom should be torqued to 400 ft•lb (542 N•m).
Check Digging Chain Tension Check Digging Chain Tension
Check digging chain tension every 10 hours. With boom Check digging chain tension every 10 hours. With boom
horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain. horizontal, measure distance from bottom of boom to chain.
When properly adjusted, distance should be 4.5 - 5.5" When properly adjusted, distance should be 4.5 - 5.5"
(114 - 140 mm). (114 - 140 mm).
To tighten chain, loosen six bolts on trencher boom and pump To tighten chain, loosen six bolts on trencher boom and pump
EPG into cylinder. To relieve chain tension, loosen plug on EPG into cylinder. To relieve chain tension, loosen plug on
grease cylinder. grease cylinder.
Fluid pressure could pierce skin Fluid pressure could pierce skin
and cause injury or death. Stay away. and cause injury or death. Stay away.
NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while
standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety
glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in
cylinder. cylinder.
Plow Plow
Lube Plow Pivots Lube Plow Pivots
Lube pivots every 10 hours with EPG. Lube pivots every 10 hours with EPG.
Check Plow Vibrator Oil Check Plow Vibrator Oil
Check plow vibrator oil on each side of vibrator every 10 hours. Check plow vibrator oil on each side of vibrator every 10 hours.
With vibrator horizontal, oil should be halfway up sight glass (2). With vibrator horizontal, oil should be halfway up sight glass (2).
Add MPL as needed at fill (1). Add MPL as needed at fill (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not add oil to plow vibrator when hot. Let IMPORTANT: Do not add oil to plow vibrator when hot. Let
plow vibrator cool before removing fill plug. plow vibrator cool before removing fill plug.
Check Plow Arm Pins and Bushings Check Plow Arm Pins and Bushings
Check plow arm pins and bushings every 10 hours. Tighten as Check plow arm pins and bushings every 10 hours. Tighten as
needed. needed.
Check Plow Connector Pivots Check Plow Connector Pivots
Visually check pivots every 10 hours for wear or damage. Visually check pivots every 10 hours for wear or damage.
Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and torque as necessary to
keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for looseness or keep bolts and other fasteners tight. Check for looseness or
wear. Apply Loctite 271® adhesive. Check that bolts are torqued wear. Apply Loctite 271® adhesive. Check that bolts are torqued
to 200 ft•lb (271 N•m). to 200 ft•lb (271 N•m).
Saw Saw
Clean Saw Clean Saw
Clean saw after each use. After using saw, clean tractor before Clean saw after each use. After using saw, clean tractor before
performing routine lubrication and maintenance. Wash bits and performing routine lubrication and maintenance. Wash bits and
mounting blocks with high pressure water. mounting blocks with high pressure water.
Clean Spoil Chutes Clean Spoil Chutes
Clean spoil chutes after each use. Clean spoil chutes after each use.
To clean: To clean:
• Lower wheel to ground. • Lower wheel to ground.

• Turn engine off. • Turn engine off.
• Clean out chute. • Clean out chute.
• Move away from saw before starting engine. • Move away from saw before starting engine.
Lube Saw Wheel Shaft Bearings Lube Saw Wheel Shaft Bearings
Lube saw wheel shaft bearings every 10 hours with EPG. Lube saw wheel shaft bearings every 10 hours with EPG.
Check Saw Bits Check Saw Bits
Check that saw bits rotate freely. Clean and check bits after each Check that saw bits rotate freely. Clean and check bits after each
use. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from retaining use. If bits are stuck, remove and clean packed soil from retaining
ring. ring.
Replace bit when carbide cap or insert is worn or adapter can be Replace bit when carbide cap or insert is worn or adapter can be
damaged. damaged.
NOTICE: See welding notice at beginning of this chapter. NOTICE: See welding notice at beginning of this chapter.
Check Segments Check Segments
Check saw segments every 10 hours. Replace as needed. Check saw segments every 10 hours. Replace as needed.
Check Segment Bolts Check Segment Bolts
Check segment bolts after first 10 hours of operation and then as Check segment bolts after first 10 hours of operation and then as
needed. Torque to 700 ft•lb (950 N•m). needed. Torque to 700 ft•lb (950 N•m).
Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and tighten as necessary. Check mounting bolts every 10 hours and tighten as necessary.
Check for looseness or wear. Apply Loctite® 271 adhesive. Check for looseness or wear. Apply Loctite® 271 adhesive.
Check that bolts are torqued to 200 ft•lb (271 N•m). Check that bolts are torqued to 200 ft•lb (271 N•m).
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Check drive belt TRACTOR Check drive belt
Check hydraulic reservoir breather Check hydraulic reservoir breather
Check fuel tank breather Check fuel tank breather
Check cab air filter Check cab air filter
TRENCHER Check trencher gearbox oil MPL TRENCHER Check trencher gearbox oil MPL
PLOW Change plow vibrator oil (initial) MPL PLOW Change plow vibrator oil (initial) MPL
SAW Lube saw lift arm pivot EPG SAW Lube saw lift arm pivot EPG
Tractor Tractor
Check Drive Belt Check Drive Belt
Check belt every 50 hours for damage or wear. Replace worn Check belt every 50 hours for damage or wear. Replace worn
belt. belt.
Belt is properly tensioned when long span (2) moves about Belt is properly tensioned when long span (2) moves about
1/2" (13 mm) when pushed. If needed, loosen alternator bolts (1) 1/2" (13 mm) when pushed. If needed, loosen alternator bolts (1)
and adjust idler pulley. and adjust idler pulley.
Check Hydraulic Reservoir Breather Check Hydraulic Reservoir Breather
Check hydraulic reservoir breather every 50 hours. Ensure Check hydraulic reservoir breather every 50 hours. Ensure
breather is not clogged. Remove dust around breather as needed breather is not clogged. Remove dust around breather as needed
by blowing with low-pressure air. When breather element by blowing with low-pressure air. When breather element
becomes clogged, remove and clean or replace. becomes clogged, remove and clean or replace.
Check Fuel Tank Breather Check Fuel Tank Breather
Check fuel tank breather every 50 hours. Ensure breather is not Check fuel tank breather every 50 hours. Ensure breather is not
clogged. Remove dust around breather as needed by blowing clogged. Remove dust around breather as needed by blowing
with low pressure air. When breather element becomes clogged, with low pressure air. When breather element becomes clogged,
remove and clean or replace. remove and clean or replace.
Check Cab Air Filter Check Cab Air Filter
Check filter every 50 hours for wear or holes. Check more often if Check filter every 50 hours for wear or holes. Check more often if
working in dusty conditions. working in dusty conditions.
Trencher Trencher
Check Trencher Gearbox Oil Check Trencher Gearbox Oil
Check oil at sight tube every 50 hours. Keep oil level at horizontal Check oil at sight tube every 50 hours. Keep oil level at horizontal
line on housing. If necessary, add MPL at fill plug. line on housing. If necessary, add MPL at fill plug.
Plow Plow
Change Plow Vibrator Oil Change Plow Vibrator Oil
Change plow vibrator oil after first 50 hours of operation. Change plow vibrator oil after first 50 hours of operation.
Drain oil at drain plug (2). Replace plug and move plow vibrator to Drain oil at drain plug (2). Replace plug and move plow vibrator to
horizontal position. Fill with MPL at fill (1) until oil is halfway up horizontal position. Fill with MPL at fill (1) until oil is halfway up
sight glass (2). Refill capacity is 4 qt (3.8 L). sight glass (2). Refill capacity is 4 qt (3.8 L).
IMPORTANT: Do not drain oil from plow vibrator when hot. Let IMPORTANT: Do not drain oil from plow vibrator when hot. Let
plow vibrator cool before removing drain plug. plow vibrator cool before removing drain plug.
Saw Saw
Lube Saw Lift Arm Pivot Lube Saw Lift Arm Pivot
Wipe zerks clean and lube saw lift arm pivots every 50 hours with Wipe zerks clean and lube saw lift arm pivots every 50 hours with
EPG. EPG.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Check brake fluid BRAKE TRACTOR Check brake fluid BRAKE
Change engine oil and filter (initial) DEO Change engine oil and filter (initial) DEO
PLOW Check shear mounts PLOW Check shear mounts
Test plow connector pivots Test plow connector pivots
Tractor Tractor
Check Brake Fluid Check Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid every 100 hours of operation. Check brake fluid Check brake fluid every 100 hours of operation. Check brake fluid
more frequently if working in dusty conditions. Refill with DOT 3 more frequently if working in dusty conditions. Refill with DOT 3
brake fluid. brake fluid.
Change Engine Oil and Filter (Initial) Change Engine Oil and Filter (Initial)
1 2 1 2
3 3
Change engine oil and filter after first 100 hours of operation. Change engine oil and filter after first 100 hours of operation.
To change: To change:
• While oil is warm, remove drain plug (3). Drain oil and replace • While oil is warm, remove drain plug (3). Drain oil and replace
plug. plug.
• Remove filter (1) and replace with new filter each time oil is • Remove filter (1) and replace with new filter each time oil is
changed. Refill with DEO at fill neck (2). changed. Refill with DEO at fill neck (2).
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John • Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John
Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5. Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5.
• Oil change interval is 250 hours when using alternative oils • Oil change interval is 250 hours when using alternative oils
meeting API service classifications CI-4, CH-4, or ACEA meeting API service classifications CI-4, CH-4, or ACEA
E3. E3.
• See "Recommended Lubricants" for more information • See "Recommended Lubricants" for more information
about DEO specifications. about DEO specifications.
Plow Plow
Check Shear Mounts Check Shear Mounts
Check shear mounts for wear every 100 hours. Replace as Check shear mounts for wear every 100 hours. Replace as
needed. needed.
IMPORTANT: When replacing shear mounts, it is important to IMPORTANT: When replacing shear mounts, it is important to
compress the shear mounts with the washers to prevent the compress the shear mounts with the washers to prevent the
shear mount from tearing. shear mount from tearing.
Test Plow Connector Pivots Test Plow Connector Pivots
Test upper and lower connector pivots every 100 hours. Test upper and lower connector pivots every 100 hours.
To test upper pivot: To test upper pivot:
• Lower plow to ground. • Lower plow to ground.

• Use plow lift control to put hydraulic load on pivot joints. Do • Use plow lift control to put hydraulic load on pivot joints. Do
not raise plow. not raise plow.
• As hydraulic load is applied and released, visually check joints • As hydraulic load is applied and released, visually check joints
for motion. If motion is observed, contact your Ditch Witch for motion. If motion is observed, contact your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
To test lower pivot: To test lower pivot:

• Lower plow to ground. • Lower plow to ground.
• Use hydraulic jack to place load on lower arm. • Use hydraulic jack to place load on lower arm.
• As hydraulic load is applied and released, visually check joints • As hydraulic load is applied and released, visually check joints
for motion. If motion is observed, contact your Ditch Witch for motion. If motion is observed, contact your Ditch Witch
dealer. dealer.
IMPORTANT: Lower plow blade to ground and visually inspect IMPORTANT: Lower plow blade to ground and visually inspect
bushings and joints. Replace bushings if there is excessive bushings and joints. Replace bushings if there is excessive
motion. motion.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Adjust service brake TRACTOR Adjust service brake
Lube driveshaft U-joints EPG Lube driveshaft U-joints EPG
Lube axle spindle pins EPG Lube axle spindle pins EPG
Check ground drive gearbox oil MPL Check ground drive gearbox oil MPL
Check differential oil MPL Check differential oil MPL
Lube planetary wheel ends MPL Lube planetary wheel ends MPL
Check ROPS shock mounts Check ROPS shock mounts
Change cab air filter Change cab air filter
Tractor Tractor
Adjust Service Brake Adjust Service Brake
Adjust service brake after 250 hours of operation. When properly Adjust service brake after 250 hours of operation. When properly
adjusted, there is 1/4-1/2" (6-13 mm) free play in pedal. adjusted, there is 1/4-1/2" (6-13 mm) free play in pedal.
Lube Driveshaft U-joints Lube Driveshaft U-joints
Lube driveshaft U-joints every 250 hours with 3-4 shots of EPG. Lube driveshaft U-joints every 250 hours with 3-4 shots of EPG.
Lube Axle Spindle Pins Lube Axle Spindle Pins
Lube axle spindle pins every 250 hours with 3-4 shots of EPG. Lube axle spindle pins every 250 hours with 3-4 shots of EPG.
Check Ground Drive Gearbox Oil Check Ground Drive Gearbox Oil
1 1
2 2
Check oil level at fill (1) every 250 hours. Keep level at raised Check oil level at fill (1) every 250 hours. Keep level at raised
horizontal line on gearbox. Add MPL as needed. horizontal line on gearbox. Add MPL as needed.
Check Differential Oil Check Differential Oil

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Check oil level at fill (1) every 250 hours. Add MPL as needed. Check oil level at fill (1) every 250 hours. Add MPL as needed.
Lube Planetary Wheel Ends Lube Planetary Wheel Ends
Check oil level in planetary wheel ends every 250 hours. Add Check oil level in planetary wheel ends every 250 hours. Add
MPL as needed. MPL as needed.
Check ROPS Shock Mounts Check ROPS Shock Mounts
Check ROPS shock mounts for wear or damage every 250 hours. Check ROPS shock mounts for wear or damage every 250 hours.
Ensure that isolator irons do not make contact with frame. Ensure that isolator irons do not make contact with frame.
Replace if necessary. Replace if necessary.
Change Cab Air Filter Change Cab Air Filter
Change filter every 250 hours. Change more often if working in Change filter every 250 hours. Change more often if working in
dusty conditions. dusty conditions.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Change fuel filters TRACTOR Change fuel filters
Change engine oil and filter DEO Change engine oil and filter DEO
Change hydraulic fluid and filter THF Change hydraulic fluid and filter THF
Check radiator SCA level Check radiator SCA level
PLOW Change plow vibrator oil MPL PLOW Change plow vibrator oil MPL
COMBO Adjust headshaft bearing COMBO Adjust headshaft bearing
Tractor Tractor
Change Fuel Filters Change Fuel Filters
Change fuel filters (shown) every 500 hours. Change fuel filters (shown) every 500 hours.
Change Engine Oil and Filter Change Engine Oil and Filter
1 2 1 2
3 3
Regular engine oil and filter change interval is 500 hours only if Regular engine oil and filter change interval is 500 hours only if
using John Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5. using John Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5.
• While oil is warm, remove drain plug (3). Drain oil and replace • While oil is warm, remove drain plug (3). Drain oil and replace
plug. plug.
• Remove filter (1) and replace with new filter each time oil is • Remove filter (1) and replace with new filter each time oil is
changed. Refill with DEO at fill neck (2). changed. Refill with DEO at fill neck (2).
NOTICE: NOTICE:
• Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John • Regular oil change interval is 500 hours only if using John
Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5. Deere Plus-50® or ACEA E4/E5.
• Oil change interval is 250 hours when using alternative oils • Oil change interval is 250 hours when using alternative oils
meeting API service classifications CI-4, CH-4, or ACEA meeting API service classifications CI-4, CH-4, or ACEA
E3. E3.
• See "Recommended Lubricants" for more information • See "Recommended Lubricants" for more information
about DEO specifications. about DEO specifications.
Change Hydraulic Fluid and Filter Change Hydraulic Fluid and Filter
Change hydraulic fluid and filter every 500 hours. Change Change hydraulic fluid and filter every 500 hours. Change
hydraulic fluid and filter every 250 hours if jobsite temperature hydraulic fluid and filter every 250 hours if jobsite temperature
exceeds 100°F (38°C) more than 50% of the time. exceeds 100°F (38°C) more than 50% of the time.
• Remove drain plug (3). • Remove drain plug (3).

• Drain fluid and replace plug. • Drain fluid and replace plug.
• Change filter (2). • Change filter (2).
• Refill with THF at fill (1). • Refill with THF at fill (1).
Test Radiator SCA Level Test Radiator SCA Level
Test SCA level every 500 hours using 3-Way Heavy Duty Coolant Test SCA level every 500 hours using 3-Way Heavy Duty Coolant
Test Kit (p/n 256-032). If SCA levels do not fall within appropriate Test Kit (p/n 256-032). If SCA levels do not fall within appropriate
range, replenish with a heavy-duty coolant conditioner such as range, replenish with a heavy-duty coolant conditioner such as
John Deere coolant conditioner (p/n 256-033). John Deere coolant conditioner (p/n 256-033).
• Always check expiration date on 3-Way Heavy Duty • Always check expiration date on 3-Way Heavy Duty
Coolant Test Kit. An expired kit will not give accurate Coolant Test Kit. An expired kit will not give accurate
readings. readings.
• See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for more • See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for more
information on approved coolants. information on approved coolants.
Plow Plow
Change Plow Vibrator Oil Change Plow Vibrator Oil
Change plow vibrator oil every 500 hours. If normal operating Change plow vibrator oil every 500 hours. If normal operating
temperature exceeds 100° F (38° C), change plow vibrator oil temperature exceeds 100° F (38° C), change plow vibrator oil
every 250 hours. every 250 hours.
Drain oil at drain plug (2). Replace plug and move plow vibrator to Drain oil at drain plug (2). Replace plug and move plow vibrator to
horizontal position. Fill with MPL at fill until oil is halfway up sight horizontal position. Fill with MPL at fill until oil is halfway up sight
glass (2). Refill capacity is 4 qts (3.8 L). glass (2). Refill capacity is 4 qts (3.8 L).
IMPORTANT: Do not drain oil from plow vibrator when hot. Let IMPORTANT: Do not drain oil from plow vibrator when hot. Let
plow vibrator cool before removing drain plug. plow vibrator cool before removing drain plug.
Combo Combo
Adjust Headshaft Bearing Adjust Headshaft Bearing
Adjust headshaft bearing every 500 hours. Adjust headshaft bearing every 500 hours.
1. Remove cover. Remove bolts attaching trenching attachment 1. Remove cover. Remove bolts attaching trenching attachment
motor to gearbox. motor to gearbox.
2. Remove bolt and washers in left end of headshaft. 2. Remove bolt and washers in left end of headshaft.
3. Support gearbox with hoist and slide it off headshaft. 3. Support gearbox with hoist and slide it off headshaft.
4. Install spacer (p/n 184-044) in place of gearbox while 4. Install spacer (p/n 184-044) in place of gearbox while
checking bearings. checking bearings.
5. Replace bolt on end of headshaft. 5. Replace bolt on end of headshaft.
6. Remove chain from headshaft sprocket. 6. Remove chain from headshaft sprocket.
7. Turn chain sprocket until headshaft sprocket turns. When 7. Turn chain sprocket until headshaft sprocket turns. When
properly adjusted, it will take two hands and some effort. If it properly adjusted, it will take two hands and some effort. If it
turns easily, remove a shim. turns easily, remove a shim.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Change differential oil MPL TRACTOR Change differential oil MPL
Change ground drive gearbox oil MPL Change ground drive gearbox oil MPL
Change planetary wheel end oil MPL Change planetary wheel end oil MPL
Adjust parking brake Adjust parking brake
TRENCHER Change trencher gearbox oil MPL TRENCHER Change trencher gearbox oil MPL
Tractor Tractor
Change Differential Oil Change Differential Oil
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Change differential oil at drain (2) every 1000 hours. Change differential oil at drain (2) every 1000 hours.

• Drain fluid and replace plug. • Drain fluid and replace plug.
• Fill with MPL at fill (1). • Fill with MPL at fill (1).
Change Ground Drive Gearbox Oil Change Ground Drive Gearbox Oil
1 1
2 2
Change ground drive gearbox oil every 1000 hours. Change ground drive gearbox oil every 1000 hours.

• Drain oil and replace plug. • Drain oil and replace plug.
• Fill gearbox with MPL at fill (1). • Fill gearbox with MPL at fill (1).
Change Planetary Wheel End Oil Change Planetary Wheel End Oil
Change wheel end oil every 1000 hours. Change wheel end oil every 1000 hours.
• Position wheel with plug at bottom. • Position wheel with plug at bottom.
• Remove plug. • Remove plug.
• Drain oil. • Drain oil.
• Reposition wheel with plug at midway position. • Reposition wheel with plug at midway position.
• Fill with MPL to plug opening. • Fill with MPL to plug opening.
• Replace plug. • Replace plug.
Adjust Parking Brake Adjust Parking Brake
Adjust parking brake every 1000 hours. Adjust parking brake every 1000 hours.
1. Release parking brake. 1. Release parking brake.

2. Remove orange sleeve. 2. Remove orange sleeve.
3. Twist lever clockwise to tighten. 3. Twist lever clockwise to tighten.
4. Engage parking brake to test tension. If tension is too tight, 4. Engage parking brake to test tension. If tension is too tight,
the brake lever will not engage fully. Repeat steps 1-3 as the brake lever will not engage fully. Repeat steps 1-3 as
necessary. necessary.
5. Replace orange sleeve. 5. Replace orange sleeve.
Trencher Trencher
Change Trencher Gearbox Oil Change Trencher Gearbox Oil
Change trencher gearbox oil every 1000 hours. Drain at plug. Change trencher gearbox oil every 1000 hours. Drain at plug.
Replace drain plug and fill with MPL to lowest line on sight tube. Replace drain plug and fill with MPL to lowest line on sight tube.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Change engine if proper SCA levels are not maintained TRACTOR Change engine if proper SCA levels are not maintained
coolant when using Cool-Gard or if using approved coolant when using Cool-Gard or if using approved
coolant other than Cool-Gard; see "5000 coolant other than Cool-Gard; see "5000
Hour Service" if proper SCA levels are Hour Service" if proper SCA levels are
maintained when using Cool-Gard maintained when using Cool-Gard
Tractor Tractor
Change Engine Coolant Change Engine Coolant
If proper SCA levels are not maintained when using Cool-Gard or If proper SCA levels are not maintained when using Cool-Gard or
if using approved coolant other than Cool-Gard, drain cooling if using approved coolant other than Cool-Gard, drain cooling
system at drain (2) every two years or 2000 hours. Refill at fill (1) system at drain (2) every two years or 2000 hours. Refill at fill (1)
with approved coolant. with approved coolant.
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 • The use of non-approved coolant may lead to engine
damage or premature engine failure and will void engine damage or premature engine failure and will void engine
warranty. warranty.
• See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for list of • See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for list of
approved coolants. approved coolants.
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Change engine if proper SCA levels are maintained when TRACTOR Change engine if proper SCA levels are maintained when
coolant using Cool-Gard; see "2000 Hour Service" coolant using Cool-Gard; see "2000 Hour Service"
if proper SCA levels are not maintained if proper SCA levels are not maintained
when using Cool-Gard or if using approved when using Cool-Gard or if using approved
coolant other than Cool-Gard coolant other than Cool-Gard
Tractor Tractor
Change Engine Coolant Change Engine Coolant
If using Cool-Gard with properly maintained SCA levels, drain If using Cool-Gard with properly maintained SCA levels, drain
cooling system at drain (2) every five years or 5000 hours. Refill cooling system at drain (2) every five years or 5000 hours. Refill
with Cool-Gard coolant (p/n 255-006). with Cool-Gard coolant (p/n 255-006).
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 • The use of non-approved coolant may lead to engine
damage or premature engine failure and will void engine damage or premature engine failure and will void engine
warranty. warranty.
• See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for list of • See "Approved Coolants" earlier in this chapter for list of
approved coolants. approved coolants.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Task Note Task Note
TRACTOR Clean radiator fins TRACTOR Clean radiator fins
TRENCHER Replace digging chain TRENCHER Replace digging chain
PLOW Clean feed tube PLOW Clean feed tube
Replace sod cutter and blade Replace sod cutter and blade
Check plow blade bolts 210 ft•lb Check plow blade bolts 210 ft•lb
(285 N•m) (285 N•m)
SAW Replace saw bits SAW Replace saw bits
Replace saw segments Replace saw segments
Check saw segment bolts 700 ft•lb Check saw segment bolts 700 ft•lb
(950 N•m) (950 N•m)
Hard surface saw segments and wear Hard surface saw segments and wear
bars bars
BACKHOE Replace pins and bushings BACKHOE Replace pins and bushings
Tractor Tractor
Clean Radiator Fins Clean Radiator Fins
Clean out radiator fins with compressed air or spray wash if Clean out radiator fins with compressed air or spray wash if
required. Be careful not to damage fins with high-pressure air or required. Be careful not to damage fins with high-pressure air or
water. Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy water. Check more often if operating in dusty or grassy
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Trencher Trencher
Replace Digging Chain Replace Digging Chain
Visually check digging chains for wear on rollers and sidebars. Visually check digging chains for wear on rollers and sidebars.
Check pins and bushing wear by measuring distance between Check pins and bushing wear by measuring distance between
chain pins and comparing it with a new chain. chain pins and comparing it with a new chain.
Replace sprockets when a new chain is installed. Replace sprockets when a new chain is installed.
To remove chain: To remove chain:

3. Move attachment direction/speed control until digging chain 3. Move attachment direction/speed control until digging chain
connector pin is on top of boom. connector pin is on top of boom.
4. Lower boom to ground. 4. Lower boom to ground.
on. on.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
7. Secure chain by clamping 7. Secure chain by clamping

links on either side of links on either side of
connector pin with chain connector pin with chain
jaws. Squeeze jaws to reduce jaws. Squeeze jaws to reduce
pressure on connector pin. pressure on connector pin.
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8. Loop cable through links nearest 8. Loop cable through links nearest
connector pin. connector pin.
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Fluid pressure could pierce skin Fluid pressure could pierce skin
and cause injury or death. Stay away. and cause injury or death. Stay away.
NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while
standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety
glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in
cylinder. cylinder.
9. Loosen plug on grease cylinder to relieve chain tension. 9. Loosen plug on grease cylinder to relieve chain tension.
10. Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin. 10. Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin.
Drive connector pin out of link. Drive connector pin out of link.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

injury. Use proper procedures and injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away. equipment or stay away.
11. Unclamp links. Slowly release cable and lower chain to 11. Unclamp links. Slowly release cable and lower chain to
ground. ground.
12. Lay chain on ground with teeth down. 12. Lay chain on ground with teeth down.
To install chain: To install chain:
1. Lay chain on ground with teeth down and pointed toward unit. 1. Lay chain on ground with teeth down and pointed toward unit.
3. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures. 3. Start tractor. See TRACTOR for start-up procedures.
4. Disenage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is 4. Disenage parking brake and verify parking brake indicator is
off. off.
5. Move ground drive control to reverse. 5. Move ground drive control to reverse.
6. Back unit up until chain extends past head shaft about 1’ (305 6. Back unit up until chain extends past head shaft about 1’ (305
mm). mm).
7. Move ground drive control to neutral. 7. Move ground drive control to neutral.
8. Lower backfill blade to ground. 8. Lower backfill blade to ground.
9. Lower boom to horizontal position. 9. Lower boom to horizontal position.
on. on.
12. Pull rear end of chain over and about 10" (260 mm) past tail 12. Pull rear end of chain over and about 10" (260 mm) past tail
roller. roller.
13. Use hoist to pull front end of chain over head shaft sprocket. 13. Use hoist to pull front end of chain over head shaft sprocket.
14. Move chain down boom until chain connector pin and lock 14. Move chain down boom until chain connector pin and lock
key can be installed. Install connector pin and lock key. key can be installed. Install connector pin and lock key.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
15. Tighten chain by pumping EPG into grease cylinder. 15. Tighten chain by pumping EPG into grease cylinder.
Time Augers Time Augers
Ensure that augers are balanced, as shown. If auger timing is off, Ensure that augers are balanced, as shown. If auger timing is off,
unit will bounce from side to side even in normal digging unit will bounce from side to side even in normal digging
To adjust timing: To adjust timing:
• Remove bolts holding augers to auger shaft and rotate either • Remove bolts holding augers to auger shaft and rotate either
auger as needed until augers are balanced. auger as needed until augers are balanced.
• Reinstall bolts and tighten securely. • Reinstall bolts and tighten securely.
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AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Plow Plow
Clean Feed Tube Clean Feed Tube
Clean feed tube as needed. Clean feed tube as needed.
Replace Sod Cutter and Blade Replace Sod Cutter and Blade
Replace worn sod cutter and plow blade as needed. Replace worn sod cutter and plow blade as needed.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Check Plow Blade Bolts Check Plow Blade Bolts
Check plow blade bolts as needed. If loose, use Loctite® 242 Check plow blade bolts as needed. If loose, use Loctite® 242
(blue) and torque bolts to 210 ft•lb (285 N•m). (blue) and torque bolts to 210 ft•lb (285 N•m).
Saw Saw
Replace Saw Bits Replace Saw Bits
Replace bit when carbide cap or insert is worn or adapter can be Replace bit when carbide cap or insert is worn or adapter can be
damaged. damaged.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Replace Saw Segments Replace Saw Segments
Replace worn segments as needed. Replace worn segments as needed.
To repair, clamp jig to block and weld block to the segment with To repair, clamp jig to block and weld block to the segment with
E7018 or equivalent. E7018 or equivalent.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Check Saw Segment Bolts Check Saw Segment Bolts
Check segment bolts after first 10 hours of operation and then as Check segment bolts after first 10 hours of operation and then as
needed. Torque to 700 ft•lb (950 N•m). needed. Torque to 700 ft•lb (950 N•m).
Hard Surface Saw Segments and Wear Bars Hard Surface Saw Segments and Wear Bars
Hard surface saw segments and wear bars before hard surfacing Hard surface saw segments and wear bars before hard surfacing
wears away to protect the life of the part. wears away to protect the life of the part.
Backhoe Backhoe
Replace Pins and Bushings Replace Pins and Bushings
2 2
1 1
Replace pins and bushings when worn or damaged. Replace pins and bushings when worn or damaged.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
TIER 2 SERVICE OVERVIEW TIER 2 SERVICE OVERVIEW

Tier 2 is a computer-controlled fuel management system. A Tier 2 is a computer-controlled fuel management system. A
variety of sensors send input data to an ECU (Electronic Control variety of sensors send input data to an ECU (Electronic Control
Unit) that compares inputs with pre-programed memory and Unit) that compares inputs with pre-programed memory and
sends output voltage to a variety of actuators to adjust and sends output voltage to a variety of actuators to adjust and
operate the engine within specified parameters. operate the engine within specified parameters.
The system is self-diagnostic with stored trouble codes displayed The system is self-diagnostic with stored trouble codes displayed
on a diagnostic gauge or read directly from a diagnostic on a diagnostic gauge or read directly from a diagnostic
connector. For more information about the diagnostic system and connector. For more information about the diagnostic system and
trouble codes see "Troubleshooting" in the repair guide. trouble codes see "Troubleshooting" in the repair guide.
An operator alert indicator tells the operator when warning faults An operator alert indicator tells the operator when warning faults
or engine shutdown faults develop. Warning faults occur when or engine shutdown faults develop. Warning faults occur when
engine sensors indicate moderate trouble with coolant engine sensors indicate moderate trouble with coolant
temperature, oil pressure, charge air temperature, or fuel temperature, oil pressure, charge air temperature, or fuel
temperature. Warning faults cause the operator alert indicator to temperature. Warning faults cause the operator alert indicator to
flash, and the engine will begin a slow power derate. In some flash, and the engine will begin a slow power derate. In some
situations an alarm may also sound. A trouble code is stored in situations an alarm may also sound. A trouble code is stored in
the ECU. If the fault corrects itself, the engine will gradually return the ECU. If the fault corrects itself, the engine will gradually return
to normal power. The alert indicator will continue to flash until the to normal power. The alert indicator will continue to flash until the
trouble goes away, but a trouble code will remain stored. trouble goes away, but a trouble code will remain stored.
Engine shutdown will occur due to severe faults in engine coolant Engine shutdown will occur due to severe faults in engine coolant
temperature, oil pressure, or fuel temperature. Before shutdown, temperature, oil pressure, or fuel temperature. Before shutdown,
the operator alert indicator will light continuously and the engine the operator alert indicator will light continuously and the engine
will begin a rapid power derate. If the fault does not improve in 30 will begin a rapid power derate. If the fault does not improve in 30
seconds the engine will shut down. seconds the engine will shut down.
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic Codes

To read a step-by-step troubleshooting sequence for each code, To read a step-by-step troubleshooting sequence for each code,
see repair guide. see repair guide.
Two-line diagnostic Definition Possible Two-line diagnostic Definition Possible

code cause code cause
SPN 28, FMI 3 attachment throttle throttle SPN 28, FMI 3 attachment throttle throttle
input high sensor (E2) input high sensor (E2)
SPN 28, FMI 4 attachment throttle throttle SPN 28, FMI 4 attachment throttle throttle
input low sensor (E2) input low sensor (E2)
SPN 29, FMI 3 primary throttle input throttle SPN 29, FMI 3 primary throttle input throttle
high sensor (E2) high sensor (E2)
SPN 28, FMI 4 primary throttle input throttle SPN 28, FMI 4 primary throttle input throttle
low sensor (E2) low sensor (E2)
SPN 100, FMI 1 engine oil pressure oil pressure SPN 100, FMI 1 engine oil pressure oil pressure
extremely low sensor (R1) extremely low sensor (R1)
input voltage high sensor (R1) input voltage high sensor (R1)
input voltage low sensor (R1) input voltage low sensor (R1)
moderately low sensor (R1) moderately low sensor (R1)
SPN 105, FMI 3 manifold air temp manifold air SPN 105, FMI 3 manifold air temp manifold air
input voltage high temp sensor input voltage high temp sensor
(R2) (R2)
input voltage low temp sensor input voltage low temp sensor
(R2) (R2)
moderately high temp sensor moderately high temp sensor
(R2) (R2)
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

SPN 110, FMI 0 engine coolant temp coolant temp SPN 110, FMI 0 engine coolant temp coolant temp
extremely high sensor (R3) extremely high sensor (R3)
input voltage high sensor (R3) input voltage high sensor (R3)
input voltage low sensor (R3) input voltage low sensor (R3)
high least severe sensor (R3) high least severe sensor (R3)
moderately high sensor (R3) moderately high sensor (R3)
SPN 158, FMI 17 ECU power down ignition SPN 158, FMI 17 ECU power down ignition
error switch (S2), error switch (S2),
ignition ignition
circuit circuit
SPN 174, FMI 3 fuel temperature input fuel SPN 174, FMI 3 fuel temperature input fuel
voltage high temperature voltage high temperature
sensor (R4) sensor (R4)
SPN 174, FMI 4 fuel temperature input fuel SPN 174, FMI 4 fuel temperature input fuel
voltage low temperature voltage low temperature
SPN 174, FMI 16 fuel temperature fuel SPN 174, FMI 16 fuel temperature fuel
moderately high temperature moderately high temperature
SPN 190, FMI 0 engine overspeed crank SPN 190, FMI 0 engine overspeed crank
extreme position extreme position
sensor (MT1) sensor (MT1)
SPN 190, FMI 16 engine overspeed crank SPN 190, FMI 16 engine overspeed crank
moderate position moderate position
sensor (MT1) sensor (MT1)
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

SPN 620, FMI 3 sensor supply voltage wire 17 BLU/ SPN 620, FMI 3 sensor supply voltage wire 17 BLU/
high GRN, ECU high GRN, ECU
(U1) (U1)
low GRN, ECU low GRN, ECU
(U1) (U1)
SPN 627, FMI 4 ECU battery power ECU (U1), SPN 627, FMI 4 ECU battery power ECU (U1),
missing batteries missing batteries
(BT1, BT2), (BT1, BT2),
primary primary
power fuse power fuse
(F1) (F1)
SPN 629, FMI 13 ECU error ECU (U1) SPN 629, FMI 13 ECU error ECU (U1)
SPN 637, FMI 2 crankshaft position crank SPN 637, FMI 2 crankshaft position crank
input noise position input noise position
sensor sensor
(MT1), timing (MT1), timing
wheel wheel
SPN 637, FMI 10 crankshaft position crank SPN 637, FMI 10 crankshaft position crank
input pattern error position input pattern error position
sensor sensor
(MT1), timing (MT1), timing
wheel wheel
SPN 639, FMI 13 CAN error ECU (U1), SPN 639, FMI 13 CAN error ECU (U1),
diagnostic diagnostic
gauge (M1), gauge (M1),
wiring wiring
connections connections
SPN 1076, FMI 0 pump control valve fuel control SPN 1076, FMI 0 pump control valve fuel control
closure too long solenoid closure too long solenoid
(L2), injection (L2), injection
pump pump
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

SPN 1076, FMI 1 pump control valve fuel control SPN 1076, FMI 1 pump control valve fuel control
closure too short solenoid closure too short solenoid
(L2), injection (L2), injection
pump, pump,
battery battery
charge charge
SPN 1076, FMI 3 pump solenoid current wiring, SPN 1076, FMI 3 pump solenoid current wiring,
high injection high injection
pump pump
SPN 1076, FMI 5 pump solenoid circuit ECU (U1), SPN 1076, FMI 5 pump solenoid circuit ECU (U1),
open wiring open wiring
SPN 1076, FMI 6 pump solenoid circuit wiring, SPN 1076, FMI 6 pump solenoid circuit wiring,
severly shorted injection severly shorted injection
pump pump
SPN 1076, FMI 7 pump control valve injection SPN 1076, FMI 7 pump control valve injection
closure not detected pump closure not detected pump
SPN 1076, FMI 10 pump solenoid circuit wiring, SPN 1076, FMI 10 pump solenoid circuit wiring,
moderately shorted injection moderately shorted injection
pump pump
high GRN, ECU high GRN, ECU
(U1) (U1)
SPN 1079, FMI 4 sensor supply voltage ECU (U1), SPN 1079, FMI 4 sensor supply voltage ECU (U1),
low wiring low wiring
SPN 1109, FMI 31 engine shutdown various SPN 1109, FMI 31 engine shutdown various
warning warning
SPN 1110, FMI 31 engine shutdown various SPN 1110, FMI 31 engine shutdown various
SPN 1569, FMI 31 fuel derate various SPN 1569, FMI 31 fuel derate various
SPN 2000, FMI 6 internal ECU failure ECU (U1) SPN 2000, FMI 6 internal ECU failure ECU (U1)
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

SPN 2000, FMI 13 security violation ECU (U1) SPN 2000, FMI 13 security violation ECU (U1)
programming programming
AS NEEDED AS NEEDED
RT115 Tier 2 - SPECIFICATIONS 223 RT115 Tier 2 - SPECIFICATIONS 223
RT115 TIER 2 TRACTOR RT115 TIER 2 TRACTOR
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions U.S. Metric Dimensions U.S. Metric
A2 Angle of approach 25° 25° A2 Angle of approach 25° 25°
H1 Height 111 in 2.8 m H1 Height 111 in 2.8 m
L1 Nose to rear mount length 128 in 3.2 m L1 Nose to rear mount length 128 in 3.2 m
L2 Length - transport 148 in 3.7 m L2 Length - transport 148 in 3.7 m
L4 Wheelbase 73 in 1.8 m L4 Wheelbase 73 in 1.8 m
W2 Width 82 in 2.1 m W2 Width 82 in 2.1 m
W4 Tread 64 in 1.6 m W4 Tread 64 in 1.6 m
General General
Ditch Witch model RT115 tractor, 4-wheel drive, rigid frame, hydrostatic ground Ditch Witch model RT115 tractor, 4-wheel drive, rigid frame, hydrostatic ground
drive through rubber tires, 4-wheel steering, hydrostatic attachment drive, riding drive through rubber tires, 4-wheel steering, hydrostatic attachment drive, riding
unit. unit.
224 RT115 Tier 2 - SPECIFICATIONS 224 RT115 Tier 2 - SPECIFICATIONS
Operation U.S. Metric Operation U.S. Metric
Forward speeds Forward speeds
Low/Low 0.6 mph 0.9 km/h Low/Low 0.6 mph 0.9 km/h
Low/High 1.3 mph 2.0 km/h Low/High 1.3 mph 2.0 km/h
High/Low 4.4 mph 7.0 km/h High/Low 4.4 mph 7.0 km/h
High/High 9.4 mph 15.1 km/h High/High 9.4 mph 15.1 km/h
Reverse speeds Reverse speeds
Low/Low 0.3 mph 0.5 km/h Low/Low 0.3 mph 0.5 km/h
Low/High 0.7 mph 1.2 km/h Low/High 0.7 mph 1.2 km/h
High/Low 2.9 mph 4.7 km/h High/Low 2.9 mph 4.7 km/h
High/High 6.2 mph 9.9 km/h High/High 6.2 mph 9.9 km/h
Vehicle clearance circle (SAE) wall to wall with backfill blade Vehicle clearance circle (SAE) wall to wall with backfill blade
Front steer only 31 ft 9m Front steer only 31 ft 9m
Coordinated steer 21 ft 6m Coordinated steer 21 ft 6m
Ground clearance 14 in 355 mm Ground clearance 14 in 355 mm
Basic unit weight 7980 lb 3620 kg Basic unit weight 7980 lb 3620 kg
Maximum allowable tractor weight 18,100 lb 8210 kg Maximum allowable tractor weight 18,100 lb 8210 kg
Front counterweight 2100 lb 950 kg Front counterweight 2100 lb 950 kg
Backfill Blade U.S. Metric Backfill Blade U.S. Metric
Blade width 80 in 2.0 m Blade width 80 in 2.0 m
Blade height 17 in 430 mm Blade height 17 in 430 mm
Lift height above ground 21 in 530 mm Lift height above ground 21 in 530 mm
Blade drop below ground 11 in 280 mm Blade drop below ground 11 in 280 mm
Maximum swing angle (left/right) 30° 30° Maximum swing angle (left/right) 30° 30°
Tilt angle (up/down) 24° 24° Tilt angle (up/down) 24° 24°
Power Plant U.S. Metric Power Plant U.S. Metric
Engine: John Deere 4045TF275, turbocharged, diesel Engine: John Deere 4045TF275, turbocharged, diesel
Displacement 276 in3 4.5 L Displacement 276 in3 4.5 L
Bore 4.19 in 106 mm Bore 4.19 in 106 mm
Stroke 5.00 in 127 mm Stroke 5.00 in 127 mm
Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating (per 115 hp 86 kW Engine manufacturer’s gross power rating (per 115 hp 86 kW
SAE J1995) SAE J1995)
Estimated Net Power rating (per SAE J1349) 100 hp 75 kW Estimated Net Power rating (per SAE J1349) 100 hp 75 kW
Rated Speed 2500 rpm Rated Speed 2500 rpm
Maximum engine tilt angles* Maximum engine tilt angles*
Longitudinal 30° 30° Longitudinal 30° 30°
Lateral 30° 30° Lateral 30° 30°
*Exceeding these operating angles will cause engine damage. This DOES NOT *Exceeding these operating angles will cause engine damage. This DOES NOT
IMPLY machine is stable to maximum angle of safe engine operation. IMPLY machine is stable to maximum angle of safe engine operation.
Power Train Power Train
Ground drive transmission: hydrostatic Ground drive transmission: hydrostatic
Differentials: planetary front and rear with optional rear steering Differentials: planetary front and rear with optional rear steering
Service brake: disc, foot operated Service brake: disc, foot operated
Parking brake: disc, hand operated Parking brake: disc, hand operated
Tires: 38 x 18.00-20 14-ply bar lug flotation; inflate to 72 psi (5 bar) maximum. Tires: 38 x 18.00-20 14-ply bar lug flotation; inflate to 72 psi (5 bar) maximum.
Attachment drive transmission: hydrostatic, lever-operated speed infinitely Attachment drive transmission: hydrostatic, lever-operated speed infinitely
variable from zero to maximum variable from zero to maximum
Hydraulic System U.S. Metric Hydraulic System U.S. Metric
Ground drive pump capacity at 2500 rpm 30.4 gpm 115 L/min Ground drive pump capacity at 2500 rpm 30.4 gpm 115 L/min
Ground drive pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 5000 psi 345 bar Ground drive pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 5000 psi 345 bar
Attachment pump capacity at 2500 rpm 50 gpm 189 L/min Attachment pump capacity at 2500 rpm 50 gpm 189 L/min
Attachment pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 6090 psi 420 bar Attachment pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 6090 psi 420 bar
Auxiliary pump capacity at 2500 rpm 13 gpm 49 L/min Auxiliary pump capacity at 2500 rpm 13 gpm 49 L/min
Auxiliary pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 2500 psi 172 bar Auxiliary pump relief pressure at 2500 rpm 2500 psi 172 bar
Fluid Capacities U.S. Metric Fluid Capacities U.S. Metric
Fuel tank 38 gal 144 L Fuel tank 38 gal 144 L
Engine oil 16 qt 15 L Engine oil 16 qt 15 L
Hydraulic reservoir 24 gal 91 L Hydraulic reservoir 24 gal 91 L
Hydraulic system 29 gal 110 L Hydraulic system 29 gal 110 L
Cooling system 24.7 qt 23.4 L Cooling system 24.7 qt 23.4 L
Battery Battery
Group 65, SAE res. cap 165 min., SAE cold crank @ 0° F (-18° C), 875 amp Group 65, SAE res. cap 165 min., SAE cold crank @ 0° F (-18° C), 875 amp
Auxiliary power outlet - 12 volt, 10 amp Auxiliary power outlet - 12 volt, 10 amp
Vibration Level Vibration Level
Vibration transmitted to the operator’s hand/arm and whole body during normal Vibration transmitted to the operator’s hand/arm and whole body during normal
operation does not exceed 15 and .5 meters per second squared respectively. operation does not exceed 15 and .5 meters per second squared respectively.
During normal operation, vibration level does not exceed 4.9 and 1.5 meters During normal operation, vibration level does not exceed 4.9 and 1.5 meters
squared respectively. squared respectively.
Operator seat per ISO 7096. Operator seat per ISO 7096.
Noise Levels Noise Levels
Operator 96 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394 Operator 96 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394
Exterior 112 dBA sound power per ISO 6393. Exterior 112 dBA sound power per ISO 6393.
Unless otherwise specified, all figures are for standard equipment only. Unless otherwise specified, all figures are for standard equipment only.
Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended procedures. Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended procedures.
Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact
measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to
selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that described. selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that described.
H910 TRENCHER H910 TRENCHER
A3 Angle of departure 28° 28° A3 Angle of departure 28° 28°
A Trench depth, maximum 97 in 2.46 m A Trench depth, maximum 97 in 2.46 m
B Trench width, maximum 24 in 610 mm B Trench width, maximum 24 in 610 mm
C Boom travel down 65° 65° C Boom travel down 65° 65°
C 1 Boom travel up 50° 50° C 1 Boom travel up 50° 50°
E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge, left 41 in 1.0 m E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge, left 41 in 1.0 m
E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge, 32 in 810 mm E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge, 32 in 810 mm
right right
F Headshaft height, digging chain 32 in 810 mm F Headshaft height, digging chain 32 in 810 mm
H1 Transport height 124 in 3.2 m H1 Transport height 124 in 3.2 m
L2 Transport length 112 in 2.8 m L2 Transport length 112 in 2.8 m
L Headshaft overhang 40 in 1.0 m L Headshaft overhang 40 in 1.0 m
N Soil discharge reach 33 in 840 mm N Soil discharge reach 33 in 840 mm
Attachment weight 1750 lb 794 kg Attachment weight 1750 lb 794 kg

Headshaft speeds @ 2500 engine rpm Headshaft speeds @ 2500 engine rpm
Ratio low 122 rpm 122 rpm Ratio low 122 rpm 122 rpm
Ratio standard 150 rpm 150 rpm Ratio standard 150 rpm 150 rpm
Ratio high 202 rpm 202 rpm Ratio high 202 rpm 202 rpm
Digging chain speeds Digging chain speeds
Ratio low 347 ft/min 106 m/min Ratio low 347 ft/min 106 m/min
Ratio standard 427 ft/min 130 m/min Ratio standard 427 ft/min 130 m/min
Ratio high 575 ft/min 175 m/min Ratio high 575 ft/min 175 m/min
B Trench width, maximum 24 in 610 mm B Trench width, maximum 24 in 610 mm
C 1 Boom travel up 50° 50° C 1 Boom travel up 50° 50°
E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge, left 25 in 635 mm E1 Centerline of trench to outside edge, left 25 in 635 mm
E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge, 13.5 in 340 mm E2 Centerline of trench to outside edge, 13.5 in 340 mm
right right
H1 Transport height 126 in 3.2 m H1 Transport height 126 in 3.2 m
L Headshaft overhang 54 in 1.4 m L Headshaft overhang 54 in 1.4 m
N Soil discharge reach 33 in 840 mm N Soil discharge reach 33 in 840 mm

Headshaft speeds @ 2500 engine rpm Headshaft speeds @ 2500 engine rpm
Digging chain speeds Digging chain speeds
Ratio low 347 ft/min 106 m/min Ratio low 347 ft/min 106 m/min
Ratio standard 427 ft/min 130 m/min Ratio standard 427 ft/min 130 m/min
Ratio high 575 ft/min 175 m/min Ratio high 575 ft/min 175 m/min
H932 PLOW H932 PLOW
H932 PLOW H932 PLOW

L2 L2
L2’ L2’
H2 H2
A3’ ' A3’ '
J J
A3 A3
A A
' H A A
' H
A3’ Angle of departure, transport, no blade 30° 30° A3’ Angle of departure, transport, no blade 30° 30°
A3 Angle of departure, transport, 24-in (610-mm) 27° 27° A3 Angle of departure, transport, 24-in (610-mm) 27° 27°
blade blade
Angle of departure, transport, 30-in (760-mm) 23° 23° Angle of departure, transport, 30-in (760-mm) 23° 23°
blade blade
H Angle of depression, plow max. 10° 10° H Angle of depression, plow max. 10° 10°
H2 Height transport 96 in 2.4 m H2 Height transport 96 in 2.4 m
L2 Attachment length, fully lowered, no blade 102 in 2.6 m L2 Attachment length, fully lowered, no blade 102 in 2.6 m
L2 ’ Attachment length, fully raised, no blade 69 in 1.7 m L2 ’ Attachment length, fully raised, no blade 69 in 1.7 m
J Blade ground clearance, 30-in (760-mm) blade 29 in 740 mm J Blade ground clearance, 30-in (760-mm) blade 29 in 740 mm
A Cover depth* 36 in 915 mm A Cover depth* 36 in 915 mm
A’ Penetration* 40 in 1.0 m A’ Penetration* 40 in 1.0 m
Plow swing angle 43° 43° Plow swing angle 43° 43°
Inclusive blade steer angle 89° 89° Inclusive blade steer angle 89° 89°
Center of plow to outside edge of machine, left 40 in 1.0 m Center of plow to outside edge of machine, left 40 in 1.0 m
Center of plow to outside edge of machine, right 42 in 1.1 m Center of plow to outside edge of machine, right 42 in 1.1 m
*Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements and soil conditions. *Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements and soil conditions.
H932 PLOW H932 PLOW
Plow vibrator force @ 1800 rpm 35,215 lb 157 kN Plow vibrator force @ 1800 rpm 35,215 lb 157 kN
Maximum material diameter Maximum material diameter
Pulled 3 in 80 mm Pulled 3 in 80 mm
Fed 2 in 50 mm Fed 2 in 50 mm
General U.S. Metric General U.S. Metric
Operating weight, without plow blade 2400 lb 1100 kg Operating weight, without plow blade 2400 lb 1100 kg
Counterweight required. Contact your local Ditch Witch dealer for counterweight Counterweight required. Contact your local Ditch Witch dealer for counterweight
requirements. requirements.
H952 COMBO H952 COMBO

Trencher Trencher
L2 L2
D D
C1 C1
C F C F
A3 A3
L4 L4
A A
Trench width 6-12 in 150-305 mm Trench width 6-12 in 150-305 mm
C1 Boom travel up 44° 44° C1 Boom travel up 44° 44°
D Transport height 126 in 3.2 m D Transport height 126 in 3.2 m
Center of trench to outside edge, left* 8 in 190 mm Center of trench to outside edge, left* 8 in 190 mm
Center of trench to outside edge, right 67 in 1.7 m Center of trench to outside edge, right 67 in 1.7 m
Spoil discharge reach minimum 19 in 480 mm Spoil discharge reach minimum 19 in 480 mm
Headshaft overhang 40 in 1.0 m Headshaft overhang 40 in 1.0 m
*Left edge of machine is defined as outside of digging chain guard *Left edge of machine is defined as outside of digging chain guard
Maximum headshaft speed Maximum headshaft speed
Maximum digging chain speed Maximum digging chain speed
Ratio low 355 f/min 108 m/min Ratio low 355 f/min 108 m/min
Ratio standard 434 f/min 132 m/min Ratio standard 434 f/min 132 m/min
Ratio high 587 f/min 179 m/min Ratio high 587 f/min 179 m/min
Plow Plow
L2 L2
L2’ L2’
H2 H2
A3’
' A3’
'
J J
A3 A3
A A
' H A A
' H
A3’ Angle of departure, transport, no blade 30° 30° A3’ Angle of departure, transport, no blade 30° 30°
A3 Angle of departure, transport, 24-in (610-mm) 27° 27° A3 Angle of departure, transport, 24-in (610-mm) 27° 27°
blade blade
Angle of departure, transport, 30-in (760-mm) 22° 22° Angle of departure, transport, 30-in (760-mm) 22° 22°
blade blade
H Angle of depression, plow max. 10° 10° H Angle of depression, plow max. 10° 10°
H2 Height transport 96 in 2.4 m H2 Height transport 96 in 2.4 m
L2 Attachment length, fully lowered, no blade 103 in 2.6 m L2 Attachment length, fully lowered, no blade 103 in 2.6 m
L2 ’ Attachment length, fully raised, no blade 70 in 1.8 m L2 ’ Attachment length, fully raised, no blade 70 in 1.8 m
J Blade ground clearance, 30-in (760-mm) blade 29 in 740 mm J Blade ground clearance, 30-in (760-mm) blade 29 in 740 mm
A Cover depth* 36 in 915 mm A Cover depth* 36 in 915 mm
A’ Penetration* 40 in 1.0 m A’ Penetration* 40 in 1.0 m
Plow swing angle, left 0° 0° Plow swing angle, left 0° 0°
Plow swing angle, right 38° 38° Plow swing angle, right 38° 38°
Inclusive blade steer angle 89° 89° Inclusive blade steer angle 89° 89°
Center of plow to outside edge of machine, left 45 in 1.1 m Center of plow to outside edge of machine, left 45 in 1.1 m
Center of plow to outside edge of machine, 37 in 940 mm Center of plow to outside edge of machine, 37 in 940 mm
right right
* Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements * Suggested maximum. Plow blade used will be determined by job requirements
and soil conditions. and soil conditions.
Plow vibrator force @ 1800 rpm 35,215 lb 156 644 kN Plow vibrator force @ 1800 rpm 35,215 lb 156 644 kN
Maximum material diameter Maximum material diameter
Pulled 3 in 80 mm Pulled 3 in 80 mm
Fed 2 in 50 mm Fed 2 in 50 mm
Operating weight without boom, chain, or plow 3065 lb 1390 kg Operating weight without boom, chain, or plow 3065 lb 1390 kg
blade blade
H1140 SAW H1140 SAW
H1140 SAW H1140 SAW

L2’ L2’
D D
J J
A A3 A A3
A Trench depth 40 in 1m A Trench depth 40 in 1m
Trench width 4.5, 6 in 115, 150 Trench width 4.5, 6 in 115, 150
mm mm
D Transport height - attachment 130 in 3.3 m D Transport height - attachment 130 in 3.3 m
Height - wheel on ground 102 in 2.6 m Height - wheel on ground 102 in 2.6 m
L2 ’ Overall length - wheel on ground 252 in 6.4 m L2 ’ Overall length - wheel on ground 252 in 6.4 m
J Ground clearance at wheel 27 in 700 mm J Ground clearance at wheel 27 in 700 mm
A 3 Angle of departure 21° 21° A 3 Angle of departure 21° 21°

H1140 SAW H1140 SAW
Maximum breakover angle at full depth 17° 17° Maximum breakover angle at full depth 17° 17°
Quantity of cutting teeth on wheel (4.5", 6") 70, 80 70, 80 Quantity of cutting teeth on wheel (4.5", 6") 70, 80 70, 80
Power Train Power Train
Cutting bit types: Rotating, self-sharpening conical bit with spring retainer. Cutting bit types: Rotating, self-sharpening conical bit with spring retainer.
Carbide cap or carbide insert available. Carbide cap or carbide insert available.
Cutter wheel type: Steel wheel with 10 bolt-on segments. Cutter wheel type: Steel wheel with 10 bolt-on segments.
Wheel motor: 107 in3 (1747 cc) radial piston with pair of tapered roller bearings. Wheel motor: 107 in3 (1747 cc) radial piston with pair of tapered roller bearings.
Wheel shaft bearing: 3 in (76 mm) flanged cartridge double row, spherical roller Wheel shaft bearing: 3 in (76 mm) flanged cartridge double row, spherical roller
bearing. bearing.
Lift provision: Two 4 in (107 mm) hydraulic cylinders. Lift provision: Two 4 in (107 mm) hydraulic cylinders.
Gauge shoes: Minimize shock, bearing load, and vibration when cutting and Gauge shoes: Minimize shock, bearing load, and vibration when cutting and
move spoils away from trench. move spoils away from trench.
Spoil placement: Both sides approximately 12-18 in (305-457 mm) from trench. Spoil placement: Both sides approximately 12-18 in (305-457 mm) from trench.
A720 BACKHOE A720 BACKHOE
A Transport height 111 in 2.8 m A Transport height 111 in 2.8 m
C Ground clearance 27 in 690 mm C Ground clearance 27 in 690 mm
D Backhoe length, stowed 122 in 3.1 m D Backhoe length, stowed 122 in 3.1 m
F Digging depth, max. 92 in 2.3 m F Digging depth, max. 92 in 2.3 m
G Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom 88 in 2.2 m G Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom 88 in 2.2 m
J Operating height, fully raised 139 in 3.5 m J Operating height, fully raised 139 in 3.5 m
K Loading height 89 in 2.3 m K Loading height 89 in 2.3 m
L Loading reach 76 in 1.9 m L Loading reach 76 in 1.9 m
M Reach from swing pivot 143 in 3.6 m M Reach from swing pivot 143 in 3.6 m
N Swing pivot to centerline axle 55 in 1.4 m N Swing pivot to centerline axle 55 in 1.4 m
P Bucket rotation 165° 165° P Bucket rotation 165° 165°
B Stabilizer spread, transport 86 in 2.1 m B Stabilizer spread, transport 86 in 2.1 m
E Backhoe or basic unit width 82 in 2.0 m E Backhoe or basic unit width 82 in 2.0 m
R Stabilizer spread, operating 121 in 3.0 m R Stabilizer spread, operating 121 in 3.0 m
U Leveling angle 15° 15° U Leveling angle 15° 15°

Bucket Bucket
Width 12-24 in 305-610 mm Width 12-24 in 305-610 mm
Capacity 1.7-3.5 ft3 0.05-.1m3 Capacity 1.7-3.5 ft3 0.05-.1m3
Backhoe weight with 18 in (686 mm) bucket 2975 lb 1350 kg Backhoe weight with 18 in (686 mm) bucket 2975 lb 1350 kg
Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE* Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE*
@ 48 in (1.2 m) 1050 lb 476 kg @ 48 in (1.2 m) 1050 lb 476 kg
@ ground level 880 lb 399 kg @ ground level 880 lb 399 kg
@ 72 in (1.8 m) 1042 lb 473 kg @ 72 in (1.8 m) 1042 lb 473 kg
Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE* Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE*
@ 52 in (1.3 m) 2650 lb 1202 kg @ 52 in (1.3 m) 2650 lb 1202 kg
@ 96 in (2.4 m) 2150 lb 975 kg @ 96 in (2.4 m) 2150 lb 975 kg
Swing arc 180° 180° Swing arc 180° 180°
Digging force Digging force
Using bucket cylinder 6600 lb 2994 kg Using bucket cylinder 6600 lb 2994 kg
Using dipperstick cylinder 4025 lb 1825 kg Using dipperstick cylinder 4025 lb 1825 kg
*Lift capacities are for a stationary machine supported by stabilizers. *Lift capacities are for a stationary machine supported by stabilizers.
DIMENSIONAL U.S. Metric DIMENSIONAL U.S. Metric

A Transport height 118 in 3.0 m A Transport height 118 in 3.0 m
C Ground clearance 29 in 740 mm C Ground clearance 29 in 740 mm
D Backhoe length, stowed 117 in 2.9 m D Backhoe length, stowed 117 in 2.9 m
F Digging depth, max. 112 in 2.8 m F Digging depth, max. 112 in 2.8 m
G Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom 109 in 2.7 m G Digging depth, 2 ft (0.6 m) flat bottom 109 in 2.7 m
J Operating height, fully raised 156 in 3.9 m J Operating height, fully raised 156 in 3.9 m
K Loading height 104 in 2.6 m K Loading height 104 in 2.6 m
L Loading reach 78 in 1.9 m L Loading reach 78 in 1.9 m
M Reach from swing pivot 158 in 4.0 m M Reach from swing pivot 158 in 4.0 m
N Swing pivot to centerline axle 57 in 1.4 m N Swing pivot to centerline axle 57 in 1.4 m
P Bucket rotation 170° 170° P Bucket rotation 170° 170°
B Stabilizer spread, transport 86 in 2.2 m B Stabilizer spread, transport 86 in 2.2 m
E Backhoe or basic unit width 82 in 2.0 m E Backhoe or basic unit width 82 in 2.0 m
R Stabilizer spread, operating 121 in 3.0 m R Stabilizer spread, operating 121 in 3.0 m
U Leveling angle 10° 10° U Leveling angle 10° 10°
Bucket Bucket
Width 12-24 in 305-610 mm Width 12-24 in 305-610 mm
Capacity 1.7-3.5 ft3 0.05-.1 m3 Capacity 1.7-3.5 ft3 0.05-.1 m3
Backhoe weight with 18 in (686 mm) bucket 3300 lb 1497 kg Backhoe weight with 18 in (686 mm) bucket 3300 lb 1497 kg
Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE* Lift capacity, boom over end and swing arc, SAE*
@ 48 in (1.2 m) 1170 lb 530 kg @ 48 in (1.2 m) 1170 lb 530 kg
@ ground level 1250 lb 567 kg @ ground level 1250 lb 567 kg
@ 72 in (1.8 m) 1184 lb 537 kg @ 72 in (1.8 m) 1184 lb 537 kg
Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE* Lift capacity, dipperstick over end and swing arc, SAE*
@ 52 in (1.3 m) 3184 lb 1444 kg @ 52 in (1.3 m) 3184 lb 1444 kg
@ 96 in (2.4 m) 2242 lb 1017 kg @ 96 in (2.4 m) 2242 lb 1017 kg
Swing arc 180° 180° Swing arc 180° 180°
Digging force Digging force
Using bucket cylinder 6600 lb 2994 kg Using bucket cylinder 6600 lb 2994 kg
Using dipperstick cylinder 4475 lb 2030 kg Using dipperstick cylinder 4475 lb 2030 kg
*Lift capacities are for a stationary machine supported by stabilizers. *Lift capacities are for a stationary machine supported by stabilizers.
RC115 REEL CARRIER RC115 REEL CARRIER
L5 Distance from backfill blade to outside 76 in 1.9 m L5 Distance from backfill blade to outside 76 in 1.9 m
edge of reel carrier with maximum edge of reel carrier with maximum
diameter reel diameter reel
N Maximum reel diameter 84 in 2.1 m N Maximum reel diameter 84 in 2.1 m
Internal width 54 in 1.4 m Internal width 54 in 1.4 m
Capacity 2500 lb 1130 kg Capacity 2500 lb 1130 kg
Attachment weight with six 96 lb 1600 lb 726 kg Attachment weight with six 96 lb 1600 lb 726 kg
(41 kg) counterweights (41 kg) counterweights
RC115 Counterweight Requirements RC115 Counterweight Requirements
Reel Back Front RC Rear Reel Back Front RC Rear

weight axle* weight weight weight axle* weight weight
RT115 with H932 plow 0-1500 lb 800 lb 600 lb 1000 lb RT115 with H932 plow 0-1500 lb 800 lb 600 lb 1000 lb
(0-680 kg) (363 kg) (272 kg) (454 kg) (0-680 kg) (363 kg) (272 kg) (454 kg)
1500-2500 lb 800 lb 0 lb 1000 lb 1500-2500 lb 800 lb 0 lb 1000 lb

RT115 with H952 combo 0-1500 lb 800 lb 600 lb 0 lb RT115 with H952 combo 0-1500 lb 800 lb 600 lb 0 lb
1500-2500 lb 800 lb 0 lb 0 lb 1500-2500 lb 800 lb 0 lb 0 lb

*Use Tire Ballast and Sealant (TBS). Counterweight requirement for front axle *Use Tire Ballast and Sealant (TBS). Counterweight requirement for front axle
is 0 lb (0 kg). is 0 lb (0 kg).
WARRANTY WARRANTY
Ditch Witch Equipment and Parts Ditch Witch Equipment and Parts
Limited Warranty Policy Limited Warranty Policy
Subject to the limitations and exclusions herein, free replacement parts will be Subject to the limitations and exclusions herein, free replacement parts will be
provided at any authorized Ditch Witch dealership for any Ditch Witch equipment provided at any authorized Ditch Witch dealership for any Ditch Witch equipment
or parts manufactured by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW) that fail due to or parts manufactured by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW) that fail due to
a defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year of first commercial use a defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year of first commercial use
(Exception: 2 years for all SK500 attachments). Free labor will be provided at any (Exception: 2 years for all SK500 attachments). Free labor will be provided at any
authorized Ditch Witch dealership for installation of parts under this warranty authorized Ditch Witch dealership for installation of parts under this warranty
during the first year following initial commercial use of the serial-numbered Ditch during the first year following initial commercial use of the serial-numbered Ditch
Witch equipment on which it is installed. Witch equipment on which it is installed.
Exclusions from Product Warranty Exclusions from Product Warranty

• Wear-related failure of parts subject to ground contact including, but not limited • Wear-related failure of parts subject to ground contact including, but not limited
to, digging teeth, digging chains, sprockets, backhoe buckets, plow blades, drill to, digging teeth, digging chains, sprockets, backhoe buckets, plow blades, drill
pipe, drill bits, backreamers, and swivels. pipe, drill bits, backreamers, and swivels.
• 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).
• Tires, belts, and other parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s • Tires, belts, and other parts which may be subject to another manufacturer’s
warranty (such warranty will be available to purchaser). warranty (such warranty 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.
Defects will be determined by an inspection within thirty (30) days of the date of Defects will be determined by an inspection within thirty (30) days of the date of
failure of the product or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. CMW will provide failure of the product or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. CMW will provide
the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry.
CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacements parts under this CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacements parts under this
warranty as it deems appropriate. warranty as it deems appropriate.
Extended warranties are available upon request from your local Ditch Witch Extended warranties are available upon request from your local Ditch Witch
dealer or CMW. dealer or CMW.
Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so above limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do damages, so above 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 not allow exclusion of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives product owner specific above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives product owner specific
legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which vary from legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. state to state.
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.
First version: 1/91; Latest version: 1/03 First version: 1/91; Latest version: 1/03
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SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

Date of Manufacture: Date of Manufacture:

SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE

Ditch Witch Training Ditch Witch Training

RT115 Tier 2 RT115 Tier 2

Copyright 2003 Copyright 2003

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

TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 TRENCHER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 PLOW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 REEL WINDER ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 SAW ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 BACKHOE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

DRILLING ATTACHMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 DRILLING ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

As Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 As Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

1. Rollover Protective Structure 1. Rollover Protective Structure

CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

**See PLOW ATTACHMENT for **See PLOW ATTACHMENT for

CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Fuel Gauge Fuel Gauge

This gauge displays electric This gauge displays electric

Coolant Temperature Gauge Coolant Temperature Gauge

This gauge displays cooling This gauge displays cooling

Coolant temperature indicator will Coolant temperature indicator will

If temperature is high: If temperature is high:

Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge

If pressure is low: If pressure is low:

• Check oil level. • Check oil level.

Press button to sound horn. Press button to sound horn.

Ignition Switch Ignition Switch

This three-position switch starts or This three-position switch starts or

• Turn counterclockwise to stop • Turn counterclockwise to stop

Auxiliary Power Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet

Power output is 12 volts, 5 amps. Power output is 12 volts, 5 amps.

Hydraulic Motor Control Hydraulic Motor Control

This switch allows operator to This switch allows operator to

• Press left to select high • Press left to select high

speed. Low speed indicator speed. Low speed indicator

Shutdown Override Control Shutdown Override Control

This control allows a tempoary This control allows a tempoary

• Press to delay engine shut • Press to delay engine shut

Parking Brake Indicator Parking Brake Indicator

Hydraulic Filter Restriction Hydraulic Filter Restriction

This indicator lights when This indicator lights when

Hydraulic Fluid Temperature Hydraulic Fluid Temperature

If temperature is high: If temperature is high:

• Turn off engine and let cool. c00ic043a.ai

• Check hydraulic fluid level. • Check hydraulic fluid level.

Coolant Temperature Indicator Coolant Temperature Indicator

If temperature is high: If temperature is high:

fluid level, dirty radiator, or fluid level, dirty radiator, or

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

If light remains on: If light remains on:

• Turn off engine. c00ic014a.eps

• Check oil level. • Check oil level.

Operator Presence Indicator Operator Presence Indicator

This indicator lights when This indicator lights when

Attachment Speed/Direction Attachment Speed/Direction

This indicator lights when This indicator lights when

See PLOW ATTACHMENT for See PLOW ATTACHMENT for