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OWNER’S MANUAL CONGRATULATIONS! You are now the proud owner of the BARRETO trencher. The OPERATOR’S MANUAL is attached to the machine. Please study it and this manual to become familiar with the trencher, its characteristics, and method of operation. Pay particular attention to the safety and operating instructions to prevent personal injury or equipment damage.
IMPORTANT - The engine on the Barreto trencher may or may not have been serviced prior to shipping. Shipping regulations may prohibit shipping with fuel or oil in the engine. Check levels and add oil and fuel as required before starting engine.
If the wand gets lost, a small mechanic’s pick-up magnet will work. Refer to this manual for equipment service requirements and to the Engine Manual for other engine service requirements. RESET TOOL 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 4 of 18...
Consider using a backhoe or other heavier equipment for such conditions. LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS Grease at the intervals indicated per the illustration of grease lubrication points. There is also a grease diagram decal on the machine. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 5 of 18...
• Starting up the engine. • Loading the trencher onto the trailer and securing it for road transport. • Unloading the trencher from the trailer. • Trenching procedure - Operation of the trencher. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 6 of 18...
Barreto Manufacturing, Inc. warrants all BARRETO equipment to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year. All BARRETO fuel components, fuel tank, cap, lines & fittings are warranted for two (2) years. Warranty period begins on date of delivery to the original user.
Replacement parts and decals can be purchased from Barreto Manufacturing, Inc. When attaching decals, the temperature of the mounting surface must be at least 40°F (5°C) and must be clean and dry.
8. Reinstall the battery caps tightly in place. 9. Reinstall the battery securely into the trencher. 10. Reconnect the cables. Attach the positive cable first, then the negative one. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 10 of 18...
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9. When the battery is fully charged, turn off and unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts. 10. Reinstall the battery securely into the trencher. 11. Reconnect the cables. Attach the positive cable first, then the negative one. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 11 of 18...
Terminal "L" - White Wire to Fuel Solenoid or Accesories Afterfire Terminal "G" - Brown Wire Ground on Remote Solenoid Oil Pressure Installation Switch + of Battery - Electric Clutch or Oil Pressure Switch 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 13 of 18...
Rebuild or replace motor. New motors are available from Barreto Manufacturing. 2. Chain Control Relief Valve Adjust Relief Valve to 3500 PSI or replace malfunctioning. relief spring if needed. 3. Chain drive pump worn. Replace pump. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 15 of 18...
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2. Boom cylinder piston seal damaged or rod Disassemble & replace parts as required. bent. 3. Boom pivot bushing seized. Disassemble, inspect, clean & replace parts as required. 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 16 of 18...
A1390 - Crumber: provides more effective removal of dirt from trench Optional on 24, 30, or 36” Optional on 24, 30, or 36” Standard on 42” Standard on 42” & 48” 20RTK – 23RTK OWNER’S MANUAL 12/8/21 Page 17 of 18...