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Operator's Manual JT20 Operator’s Manual Issue 3.0 053-2633 JT20 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1 Overview Chapter Contents Serial Number Location . 2 Intended Use . 3 Equipment Modification . 3 Unit Components . 4 FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter . 5 RF Exposure Statement . 5 Operator Orientation. 6 About This Manual . 6 • Bulleted Lists. .6 • Numbered Lists . .6 Overview - 2 JT20 Operator’s Manual Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Drilling unit serial number is located as shown. Item date of manufacture date of purchase drilling unit serial number trailer serial number engine serial number JT20 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3 Intended Use Intended Use The JT20 is a self-contained horizontal directional drilling unit designed to install buried cable and pipe at distances to 400’ (122 m) depending on soil conditions and is intended for operation in ambient temperatures from 0° to 115°F (-18° to 46°C). Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use. The JT20 can be used with Ditch Witch® drilling fluid units and Subsite® Electronics locating equipment. It should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures. Equipment Modification This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. Modification of equipment could mean that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly or in accordance with the operating instructions. Modification of equipment should only be made by competent personnel possessing knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, equipment design functionality/requirements and any required specialized testing. Overview - 4 JT20 Operator’s Manual Unit Components Unit Components 1. Operator’s station 6. Pipeloader 2. Spindle 7. Tracks 3. Carriage 8. Vise wrenches 4. Drill frame 9. Anchoring system 5. Stabilizer JT20 Operator’s Manual Overview - 5 FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter U.S. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. N 16819 RF Exposure Statement In order to comply with RF exposure requirements during normal operation, this device must be held in front of the body horizontally. The antenna must be vertical in line with the body with at least 4” (100 mm) separation distance from the body. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures”{ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code. The installer of this device should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in http://hc-sc.qc.ca/ewh-sem/pub/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php Overview - 6 JT20 Operator’s Manual Operator Orientation Operator Orientation IMPORTANT: Top view of unit is shown. 1. Front of unit 2. Right side of unit 3. Rear of unit 4. Left side of unit About This Manual This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. See the beige Operation Overview pages for basic operating procedures. Cross references such as “See page 50” will direct you to detailed procedures. Bulleted Lists Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be performed in a specific order. Numbered Lists Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order. JT20 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 7 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. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference. 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: The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Attn: Marketing Department PO Box 66 Perry, OK 73077-0066 USA The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have taken place after this manual was published. For the latest information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your Ditch Witch dealer. Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment. Foreword - 8 JT20 Operator’s Manual JT20 Operator’s Manual Issue number 3.0/OM-4/16 Part number 053-2633 Copyright 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. , Ditch Witch, CMW, Subsite, Jet Trac, Fluid Miser, and Power Pipe are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc. This product and its use may be covered by one or more patents at http://patents.charlesmachine.works. JT20 Operator’s Manual Contents - 9 Contents Overview 1 machine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to perform, basic machine components, and how to use this manual Foreword 7 part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact information Safety 9 machine safety alerts and emergency procedures Controls 25 machine controls, gauges, and indicators and how to use them Operation Overview 11 an overview for completing a job with this machine: planning, setting up, installing product, and restoring the jobsite; with cross references to detailed procedures Prepare 59 procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite, planning the installation path, and preparing the jobsite for work Drive 79 procedures for startup, cold start, driving, and shutdown Transport 83 procedures for lifting, hauling, and towing Conduct a Bore 91 procedures for drilling and backreaming Systems and Equipment 113 downhole tools and drill pipe, anchor, electric strike, DrillLok™/tracker control, and fluid systems Complete the Job 155 procedures for restoring the jobsite and rinsing and storing equipment Service 159 service intervals and instructions for this machine including lubrication, replacement of wear items, and basic maintenance Contents - 10 JT20 Operator’s Manual Specifications 191 machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid capacities Support 195 the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty consideration and training Service Record 199 a record of major service performed on the machine JT20 Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 11 Operation Overview Chapter Contents Planning. 12 Setting Up at Jobsite . 12 Drilling . 13 Backreaming . 14 Leaving Jobsite. 14 Storing Equipment . 14 Operation Overview - 12 JT20 Operator’s Manual Planning Planning 1. Gather information about jobsite. See page 61. 2. Inspect jobsite. See page 62. 3. Classify jobsite. See page 64. 4. Plan bore path. See page 67. 5. Check supplies and prepare equipment. See page 76. 6. Load equipment. See page 84. Setting Up at Jobsite 1. Prepare jobsite. See page 75. 2. Unload drilling unit from trailer. See page 87. 3. Assemble drill string. See page 97. 4. Position drilling unit and drill frame. See page 93. 5. Assemble strike system. See page 117. 6. Anchor drilling unit. See page 115. 7. Connect fluid system. See page 93. 8. Calibrate tracker with beacon that will be installed in beacon housing. See tracker operator’s manual. JT20 Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 13 Drilling Drilling 1. Start system. See page 94. 2. Engage DrillLok™/tracker control if desired. See page 127. 3. Drill first pipe. See page 99. 4. Record bore path. See page 106. 5. Enable automated pipeloader system. See page 99. 6. Add pipe. See page 100. 7. Drill remaining pipes in pipe box. • Correct direction. See page 102. • Engage cruise control. See page 147. • Shift pipe box. See page 139. 8. Add up to a single column of drill pipe to empty box (see page 139) to complete bore. 9. Surface drill head. See page 106. Operation Overview - 14 JT20 Operator’s Manual Backreaming Backreaming 1. Assemble backream string. See page 108. 2. Start drilling unit and adjust throttle.See page 80.
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