Your Digga Trencher is a user non serviceable part. Unauthorised disassembly will void warranty. All service and warranty must be performed by an authorised DIGGA service agent. To facilitate warranty or service, record the model and serial number of your unit in the space provided on this page.
TABLE OF CONTENTS..............PREPARATION FOR USE..............INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......MAINTENANCE ................SAFETY STICKERS................SPARE PARTS................... TROUBLESHOOTING............... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..............WARRANTY..................MODELS cOVERED IN ThIS MANUAL MINI TRENCHER BIGFOOT BIGFOOT XD HYDRIvE HYDRIvE XD PM-000005 - Trencher Operators Manual - December 2012...
PreParaTion for use To avoid any inconvenience before operation, please check that you have received the following items which you may have ordered DIGGA TRENCHERS TRENCHER - Complete with Digging boom, Danger bar AUGER FLIGHT/S 1 / 2 DIGGING CHAIN OF YOUR CHOICE...
DIGGA Dealer/Distributor the frame/attachment is matched for suitability and compatibility to the flow, pressures & load ratings of the original machine it was purchased for. For fitment of the Digga Trencher to other machines you must first contact your DIGGA dealer and receive written confirmation to ensure you do not incorrectly fit the Cleana Angle Broom to a machine with higher, pressure or rated load capacities than what the Digga Trencher was designed for.
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insTallaTion anD oPeraTinG insTrucTions Make sure the couplers are fully connected and locked. Route the hoses in such a fashion as to avoid pinching or chafing. 10. Check the Chain teeth are not worn. Ensure all worn parts are replaced. Worn parts will become ineffective and severely diminish the overall performance of the Trencher.
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NO responsibility for loss or damage to persons or property in any regard can be attributed to Digga.
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insTallaTion anD oPeraTinG insTrucTions GrounD level 1200 MINI/BIGFOOT/BIGFOOT XD To adjust the Trench depth on your trencher, you will need to loosen and remove the two 5/8” unc nuts and spring washers that hold the skid plate onto the trencher side plate. Then remove the skid plate and rotate it until the two fixed bolts line up with the holes for the Trench Depth that you require.
mainTenance SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING ANY TRENCHER MAINTENANCE. BEFORE FIRST USE ● Inspect the attachment for shipping damage. If damage does exist, do not operate until the damaged parts have been replaced or repaired. BEFORE EAch USE ●...
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mainTenance ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR IS PRIMED WITH HYDRAULIC FLUID PRIOR TO USE FOLLOWING ANY REPAIRS TO THE TRENCHER, OR THE PARENT MACHINE IF A LEAK IS DETECTED WHILE CONNECTED TO THE TRENCHER. DO NOT ALLOW THE TRENCHER TO RUN WITHOUT OIL AT ANY TIME. NOSE ROLLER BEARING REPLAcEMENT Fig 1 Fig 2...
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mainTenance SPROcKET REPLAcEMENT Fig 2 Fig 1 Slide the sprocket off the shaft and replace with new sprocket. It is Firstly remove ½” bolt holding the auger, then remove auger. recommended Anti-seize be applied to shaft before replacement of Using a 3/16” Allen key loosen the 2 grub screws in the sprocket (Shown in Fig 2) retaining collar and slide collar off the shaft.
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mainTenance SEAL REPLAcEMENT Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Before the seal can be replaced remove Before the seal can be replaced run Proceed to fit the seal by using a large punch retaining collar and sprocket as shown in some grease around the inside lip of the and gently tap the seal into place ensuring sprocket replacement.
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mainTenance chAIN ADjUSTMENT 1. To either adjust 2. Use spanner supplied to 3. To achieve the cor- chain or remove chain wind adjuster nut clockwise rect chain tension: Adjust – remove the ½" Bolt for loosening, anti the tension on the lower holding spanner to clockwise for tightening.
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PLANETARY GEAR OIL The Trencher Planetary Unit is a sealed Unit. If there is any sign of oil leaks please contact your nearest DIGGA dealer before carrying out any repairs, as there can be other causes for seal leaks.
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FITTING A TRENchER chAIN - MINI TRENchER / BIGFOOT / BIGFOOT XD CAUTION: ALL WORK SAFE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES MUST BE ADHERED TO AND APPROPRIATE PPE MUST BE WORN. 1. Start with the Trencher securely attached to a lifting device or machine, ensure the adjustable boom is fully retracted.
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mainTenance FITTING A TRENchER chAIN - hYDRIVE / hYDRIVE XD CAUTION: ALL WORK SAFE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES MUST BE ADHERED TO AND APPROPRIATE PPE MUST BE WORN. 1. Start with the Trencher securely attached to a lifting device or machine, ensure the adjustable boom is fully retracted. 2.
ITEM 4 ● Replacement parts for parts with safety signs attached must also have safety signs attached. ● Safety signs are available from your dealer for from Digga Australia. ITEM NO ORDER cODE DEScRIPTION ♦ PLEASE READ OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION...
ParTs For further information on spare parts please contact your nearest Digga Service Centre. www.diggaservice.com Head Office - Brisbane 4 Octal St, Yatala QLD 4207 qld@diggaservice.com Phone: (07) 5546 6399 Fax: (07) 5546 7922 Sydney 1 Gallipoli St, Smeaton Grange NSW 2567 nsw@diggaservice.com...
Quick release Coupler or hose. inspect and repair as needed hydraulic motor or hoses not size balanced to Check flows and recommendations and change if necessary. (see DIGGA Dealer) parent machine Parent Machine not equipped with oil cooler or sufficient Stop and allow to cool naturally when it gets hot.
safeTy PrecauTions - General informaTion This section is composed of various warnings and safety tips. Read and learn all the information in this section before you attempt to use your attachment. Also read your Machine owner’s manual before using your equipment. This knowledge will help you operate your unit safely.
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safeTy PrecauTions - General informaTion 5. Keep all stepping surfaces, pedals, and controls free from dirt, grease and oil. Keep equipment clean to help avoid injury from a fall when getting on or off equipment. 6. Operate the attachment only in daylight or sufficient artificial light. 7.
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safeTy PrecauTions - General informaTion Trenching operations must be stopped in the event of local thunderstorm, or lightning activity. During operation, weather conditions shall be monitored: operations shall cease during electrical storms or when electrical storms are imminent. 27. Open holes / trenches must be capped and flagged. SAFETY - WORKING WITH THE ATTACHMENT WhEN DEALING WITh hYDRAULIcS DURING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANcE, OR OThER WORK ON OR NEAR ThIS PRODUcT...
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● Make certain that all safety signs are in place and legible. Refer to the safety sign section in this manual for the placement of safety signs for this product. ● Replace all damaged or excessively worn parts and hardware only with genuine Digga parts or with properly rated fasteners, hydraulic hoses, or fittings.
Any claims under this warranty must be made within fourteen (14) days after the buyer learns of the facts upon which claim is based. All claims not made in writing and not received by DIGGA within the time specified above may be deemed waived.
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