00sx - SERVICE 1 100sx - SERVICE 1 SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SERVICE SERVICE SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.
100sx - SERVICE 2 SUPPORT PROCEDURE 100sx - SERVICE SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE SUPPORT PROCEDURE Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment. Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment. Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase.
100sx - FOREWORD 3 100sx - FOREWORD FOREWORD FOREWORD This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch equipment. This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch equipment. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference.
100sx - FOREWORD 4 100sx - FOREWORD Operator's Manual 100sx Operator's Manual 100sx Issue No.4.1/OP-2/07 Part Number 054-406 Issue No.4.1/OP-2/07 Part Number 054-406 Copyright 1998, 1999, 2007 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., Perry, Oklahoma Copyright 1998, 1999, 2007 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
100sx - CONTENTS CONTENTS 5 100sx - CONTENTS CONTENTS SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . .
100sx - CONTENTS 6 100sx - CONTENTS OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Inspect Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Inspect Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100sx - OVERVIEW 7 100sx - OVERVIEW 7 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW The 100SX is a self-propelled, walk-along vibratory plow. The 100SX is powered by a 10 hp (8.2 kw) Honda engine and is designed to operate in a variety of soil conditions with either a pull or feed blade. The 100SX is a self-propelled, walk-along vibratory plow. The 100SX is powered by a 10 hp (8.2 kw) Honda engine and is designed to operate in a variety of soil conditions with either a pull or feed blade. om0384h.eps om0384h.eps 1.
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100sx - CONTROLS 9 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROLS OVERVIEW om0374h.eps 9 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW CONTROLS OVERVIEW om0374h.eps 1. Choke 1. Choke 2. Fuel shutoff valve 2. Fuel shutoff valve 3. Plow control 3. Plow control 4. Speed/direction control 4. Speed/direction control 5. Throttle lever 5. Throttle lever 6. Key switch 6.
100sx - CONTROLS 10 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Choke Choke This control assists in starting cold engine. This control assists in starting cold engine. • Push lever forward before starting. • Push lever forward before starting. • Pull lever back after engine is running. • Pull lever back after engine is running. Fuel Shutoff Valve Fuel Shutoff Valve Controls fuel flow to engine. Controls fuel flow to engine.
100sx - CONTROLS 11 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Speed/Direction Control Speed/Direction Control This lever controls the speed and direction of the ground drive. This lever controls the speed and direction of the ground drive. • To travel forward, move lever to forward position. • To travel forward, move lever to forward position. • To travel in reverse, move lever to reverse position.
100sx - CONTROLS 12 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Key Switch Key Switch This switch enables engine start. This switch enables engine start. • Ensure plow control is disengaged. • Ensure plow control is disengaged. • Move speed/direction control to neutral position. • Move speed/direction control to neutral position. • Insert key and turn to on position to enable rope start. • Insert key and turn to on position to enable rope start.
100sx - SAFETY 13 100sx - SAFETY CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS 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 using equipment. • Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before using equipment. • Contact One-Call (811) and any utility companies.
100sx - SAFETY 14 100sx - SAFETY UNDERGROUND HAZARDS UNDERGROUND HAZARDS UNDERGROUND HAZARDS UNDERGROUND HAZARDS Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, fire, and exposure to hazardous materials. Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.
100sx - SAFETY 15 100sx - SAFETY 15 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES If an Electric Line is Damaged If an Electric Line is Damaged 1. DO NOT MOVE. Stay where you are and do not touch any equipment. 1. DO NOT MOVE. Stay where you are and do not touch any equipment. 2. Warn others that an electric line has been hit and that they should stay away. 2. Warn others that an electric line has been hit and that they should stay away. 3.
100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS 16 100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE.
100sx - SAFETY 17 100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know location of lines and stay away. Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know location of lines and stay away. Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death. Provide ventilation. Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death.
100sx - SAFETY 18 100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position. Runaway possible. Machine could run over you or others. Learn how to use all controls. Start and operate only from operator’s position. Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced.
100sx - SAFETY 19 100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS 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 cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection. Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.
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100sx - OPERATION 21 100sx - OPERATION INSPECT MACHINE INSPECT MACHINE OPERATION OPERATION INSPECT MACHINE INSPECT MACHINE Check the following before each day's work. Refer to LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE for additional information. Check the following before each day's work. Refer to LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE for additional information. • General appearance. • General appearance. • Condition of plow blade, drive belts, and air filter.
100sx - OPERATION 22 100sx - OPERATION START-UP START-UP START-UP START-UP Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death. Provide ventilation. Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or presence of gas will cause sickness or death. Provide ventilation. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.
100sx - OPERATION 23 100sx - OPERATION SHUTDOWN SHUTDOWN 7. Pull briskly on starter-rope handle at left side of machine. 7. Pull briskly on starter-rope handle at left side of machine. If engine does not start after three pulls on rope start, turn key switch to off position and check for fuel blockage or ignition system problems. 23 If engine does not start after three pulls on rope start, turn key switch to off position and check for fuel blockage or ignition system problems. 8.
100sx - OPERATION 24 100sx - OPERATION DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: Drive slowly and cautiously at all times. NOTICE: Drive slowly and cautiously at all times. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods.
100sx - OPERATION 25 100sx - OPERATION 25 ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE 1. Shut off engine, close fuel shutoff valve, and tip machine forward onto weight assembly. 1. Shut off engine, close fuel shutoff valve, and tip machine forward onto weight assembly. 2. Use two blade pins to position blade mounts onto vibrator arm. 2. Use two blade pins to position blade mounts onto vibrator arm. 3.
100sx - OPERATION 26 100sx - OPERATION PLOW PLOW PLOW PLOW Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: Keep hands on handlebars while operating plow. NOTICE: Keep hands on handlebars while operating plow. 1. Drive to starting point. 1. Drive to starting point. 2. Follow blade attachment procedure. 2.
100sx - TRANSPORTATION 27 100sx - TRANSPORTATION LIFT LIFT TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away. Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away. LIFT LIFT Points Points Lifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at any other point is unsafe and can damage machinery. Lifting points are identified by lifting decals.
100sx - TRANSPORTATION 28 100sx - TRANSPORTATION HAUL HAUL HAUL HAUL Machine can be hauled by trailer, van, or pickup truck. Before hauling check the following: Machine can be hauled by trailer, van, or pickup truck. Before hauling check the following: • Check that loading ramps will support weight. See SPECIFICATIONS. • Check that loading ramps will support weight. See SPECIFICATIONS. • Check that adequate tiedowns are available. • Check that adequate tiedowns are available.
100sx - TRANSPORTATION 29 100sx - TRANSPORTATION 29 LOAD LOAD LOAD LOAD 1. Follow blade removal procedure. 1. Follow blade removal procedure. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 3. Move throttle to half open. 3. Move throttle to half open. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to off position. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to off position. 4. Align machine with ramps or trailer, boom first. 4.
100sx - TRANSPORTATION 30 100sx - TRANSPORTATION UNLOAD UNLOAD UNLOAD UNLOAD 1. Remove tiedowns from machine. 1. Remove tiedowns from machine. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 3. Use speed/direction control to slowly back machine off trailer or down ramps. 3. Use speed/direction control to slowly back machine off trailer or down ramps.
100sx - LUBRICATION 31 100sx - LUBRICATION UNLOAD UNLOAD LUBRICATION LUBRICATION Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions, lubricate more frequently. Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions, lubricate more frequently. Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in SPECIFICATIONS section. Use only recommended lubricants.
100sx - LUBRICATION 32 100sx - LUBRICATION OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW om0372h.eps om0372h.eps Interval Task Ref. Lubricant Interval Task Ref.
100sx - LUBRICATION 33 100sx - LUBRICATION HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL Check Check Check hydraulic oil at filler/breather cap every 10 hours. Oil level should be at bottom of strainer screen when cool. Add THF if needed. Check hydraulic oil at filler/breather cap every 10 hours. Oil level should be at bottom of strainer screen when cool. Add THF if needed. Change Change Change hydraulic oil and filter every 150 hours.
100sx - LUBRICATION 34 ENGINE OIL 100sx - LUBRICATION ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL Check Check Check engine oil at filler cap/ dipstick. Oil should be at level indicated on dipstick. Add GEO if needed. Consult "Engine Oil Temperature Chart" for oil specifications. Check engine oil at filler cap/ dipstick. Oil should be at level indicated on dipstick. Add GEO if needed. Consult "Engine Oil Temperature Chart" for oil specifications. Change Change Change engine oil every 50 hours.
100sx - 35 100sx - WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS Lube zerk every 150 hours with MPG. Lube zerk every 150 hours with MPG.
100sx WHEEL BEARINGS 36 100sx WHEEL BEARINGS
100sx - MAINTENANCE 37 100sx - MAINTENANCE WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS MAINTENANCE Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions, lubricate more frequently. MAINTENANCE Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions, lubricate more frequently. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly.
100sx - MAINTENANCE 38 100sx - MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW om0373h.eps om0373h.eps Interval Task Ref. Interval Task Ref.
100sx - MAINTENANCE 39 100sx - MAINTENANCE 39 TIRES AND LUGNUTS TIRES AND LUGNUTS TIRES AND LUGNUTS TIRES AND LUGNUTS Check tires every 10 hours for proper inflation. Use an accurate pressure gauge. Maintain air pressure at 15 psi (10.3 kPa). Tighten lugnuts to 32 ft•lb (43.2 N•m). Check tires every 10 hours for proper inflation. Use an accurate pressure gauge. Maintain air pressure at 15 psi (10.3 kPa). Tighten lugnuts to 32 ft•lb (43.2 N•m).
100sx - MAINTENANCE 40 BELT TENSION 100sx - MAINTENANCE BELT TENSION BELT TENSION BELT TENSION As needed, adjust belt tension by loosening four engine mounting bolts. Move engine forward to increase belt tension or backward to reduce tension. As needed, adjust belt tension by loosening four engine mounting bolts. Move engine forward to increase belt tension or backward to reduce tension.
100sx - SPECIFICATIONS 41 100sx - SPECIFICATIONS BELT TENSION BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS om0376h.eps DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS om0376h.eps U.S. METRIC DIMENSIONS U.S.
100sx - SPECIFICATIONS 42 100sx - SPECIFICATIONS BELT TENSION BELT TENSION OPERATION U.S. METRIC OPERATION U.S. METRIC Maximimum crowd speed forward 92 fpm 28 m/min Maximimum crowd speed forward 92 fpm 28 m/min Maximum crowd speed reverse 92 fpm 28 m/min Maximum crowd speed reverse 92 fpm 28 m/min Vehicle clearance circle 70 in 178 cm Vehicle clearance circle 70 in 178 cm Plow blade sizes Plow blade sizes Pull blades (cover depth x mole diameter) 6-12 x .
100sx - SPECIFICATIONS POWER TRAIN 43 100sx - SPECIFICATIONS BELT TENSION BELT TENSION U.S. METRIC POWER TRAIN U.S.
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100sx - WARRANTY 45 100sx - WARRANTY WARRANTY WARRANTY Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts North American* Limited Warranty Policy Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts North American* Limited Warranty Policy Major Component Limited Warranty Major Component Limited Warranty Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year, whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product.
100sx - WARRANTY 46 100sx - WARRANTY Product Limited Warranty Product Limited Warranty Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period. Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such replacement part.
100sx - WARRANTY 47 100sx - WARRANTY Exclusions Exclusions from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are: Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are: • • Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of • Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole Transportation charg
100sx - WARRANTY 48 100sx - WARRANTY 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 dealer. 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 dealer.