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Summary of Contents for Ditch Witch 100SX
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Page 1: Service
100sx - SERVICE SERIAL NUMBER SERVICE SERIAL NUMBER Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Date of Manufacture: Date of Purchase: Plow Serial Number Engine Serial Number:... -
Page 2: Support Procedure
Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration. Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturer's parts may void warranty. -
Page 3: Foreword
If you sell your 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 assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:... - Page 4 Copyright 1998, 1999, 2007 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., Perry, Oklahoma , Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Perma- Soil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
100sx - CONTENTS CONTENTS SERVICE ........1 Serial Number . - Page 6 100sx - CONTENTS OPERATION ........21 Inspect Machine .
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Page 7: Overview
100sx - 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. - Page 8 100sx - OVERVIEW...
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Page 9: Controls
100sx - CONTROLS OVERVIEW CONTROLS OVERVIEW om0374h.eps 1. Choke 2. Fuel shutoff valve 3. Plow control 4. Speed/direction control 5. Throttle lever 6. Key switch... -
Page 10: Descriptions
100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Choke This control assists in starting cold engine. • Push lever forward before starting. • Pull lever back after engine is running. Fuel Shutoff Valve Controls fuel flow to engine. • Open to run machine. - Page 11 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Speed/Direction Control This lever controls the speed and direction of the ground drive. • To travel forward, move lever to forward position. • To travel in reverse, move lever to reverse position. Control automatically returns to neutral position if released in reverse position.
- Page 12 100sx - CONTROLS CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS Key Switch This switch enables engine start. • Ensure plow control is disengaged. • Move speed/direction control to neutral position. • Insert key and turn to on position to enable rope start. • Turn key to off position to stop engine.
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Page 13: Safety
Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate anything that does not look or feel right. • Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present. • Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment use. -
Page 14: Accessories
100sx - SAFETY UNDERGROUND HAZARDS UNDERGROUND HAZARDS Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution, fire, and exposure to hazardous materials. Hazards include: • Electric cables • Natural gas lines • Fiber optic lines • Water lines • Sewer lines •... -
Page 15: Emergency Procedures
100sx - SAFETY EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES If an Electric Line is Damaged 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. -
Page 16: Safety Alert Classifications
100sx - SAFETY 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. -
Page 17: Safety Alerts
100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS 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. -
Page 18: Jobsite Classifications
100sx - SAFETY 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. Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it serviced. - Page 19 100sx - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS Hot parts may cause burns. Do not touch until cool. Exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.
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Page 21: Operation
100sx - OPERATION INSPECT MACHINE OPERATION INSPECT MACHINE Check the following before each day's work. Refer to LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE for additional information. • General appearance. • Condition of plow blade, drive belts, and air filter. • Fuel lines and fittings for signs of leakage, wear, or other damage. -
Page 22: Start-Up
100sx - OPERATION START-UP START-UP 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. IMPORTANT: Read engine manufacturer's starting and operating instructions. -
Page 23: Shutdown
100sx - OPERATION SHUTDOWN 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. -
Page 24: Drive
100sx - OPERATION DRIVE DRIVE Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: Drive slowly and cautiously at all times. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. -
Page 25: Attach And Remove Blade
100sx - OPERATION ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE ATTACH AND REMOVE BLADE 1. Shut off engine, close fuel shutoff valve, and tip machine for- ward onto weight assembly. 2. Use two blade pins to position blade mounts onto vibrator arm. 3. When attaching blade mount to vibrator arm, pin top hole first. -
Page 26: Plow
100sx - OPERATION PLOW PLOW Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: Keep hands on handlebars while operating plow. 1. Drive to starting point. 2. Follow blade attachment procedure. 3. Feed cable in cable chute or insert material in pulling grip. -
Page 27: Transportation
100sx - TRANSPORTATION LIFT TRANSPORTATION Crushing weight could cause death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away. LIFT Points Lifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at any other point is unsafe and can damage machinery. -
Page 28: Haul
100sx - TRANSPORTATION HAUL HAUL 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 adequate tiedowns are available. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. -
Page 29: Load
100sx - TRANSPORTATION LOAD LOAD 1. Follow blade removal procedure. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 3. Move throttle to half open. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to off position. 4. Align machine with ramps or trailer, boom first. -
Page 30: Unload
100sx - TRANSPORTATION UNLOAD UNLOAD 1. Remove tiedowns from machine. 2. Start machine following instructions in OPERATION. 3. Use speed/direction control to slowly back machine off trailer or down ramps. -
Page 31: Lubrication
100sx - LUBRICATION UNLOAD LUBRICATION 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. Recommended Lubricants Gasoline engine oil (see oil temperature chart for appropriate SAE weight) meeting API... -
Page 32: Overview
100sx - LUBRICATION OVERVIEW OVERVIEW om0372h.eps Interval Task Ref. Lubricant 10 hours Check hydraulic oil Check engine oil 25 hours Lube chain 50 hours Change engine oil 150 hours Change hydraulic oil and filter 1,2,3 Lube wheel bearings... -
Page 33: Hydraulic Oil
100sx - LUBRICATION HYDRAULIC OIL HYDRAULIC OIL 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. Change Change hydraulic oil and filter every 150 hours. Drain oil at plug (2) located behind the plow mount. -
Page 34: Engine Oil
100sx - LUBRICATION ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL 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. Change Change engine oil every 50 hours. -
Page 35: Wheel Bearings
100sx - WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS Lube zerk every 150 hours with MPG. - Page 36 100sx - WHEEL BEARINGS...
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Page 37: Maintenance
100sx - MAINTENANCE WHEEL BEARINGS 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. NOTICES: •... -
Page 38: Overview
100sx - MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW OVERVIEW om0373h.eps Interval Task Ref. 10 hours Check tires and lugnuts 25 hours Clean foam air filter element 100 hours Change paper air filter element As needed Clean feed chute on plow blade Adjust belt tension... -
Page 39: Tires And Lugnuts
100sx - MAINTENANCE 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). For machines with serial numbers below 4R0376, tighten castle nut firmly, then align castle nut slot with pin hole and insert cotter pin. -
Page 40: Belt Tension
100sx - MAINTENANCE 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. -
Page 41: Specifications
35 in 89 cm Maximum depth 13 in 33 cm A’ Maximum cover depth 12 in 30 cm GENERAL Ditch Witch Model 100SX, self-propelled, non-riding, hydrostatic, two-wheel drive, vibratory plow. Pull and feed blades available. Ground drive is through rubber tires. - Page 42 100sx - SPECIFICATIONS BELT TENSION OPERATION U.S. METRIC 92 fpm 28 m/min Maximimum crowd speed forward Maximum crowd speed reverse 92 fpm 28 m/min 70 in 178 cm Vehicle clearance circle Plow blade sizes 6-12 x .75 in 152-305 x...
- Page 43 100sx - SPECIFICATIONS BELT TENSION POWER TRAIN U.S. METRIC Transmission: Hydrostatic, infinitely variable forward and reverse, 3:1 chain drive from motor to axle Tires: 18 x 11-8, 3-ply Drive line system: belts and sheaves Vibratory mechanism: eccentric shaft HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 2.2 gpm...
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- Page 45 CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate. * Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.
- Page 46 100sx - 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.
- Page 47 COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED. 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. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.
- Page 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. First version: 1/91; Latest revision: 4/99...
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