Operator`s Manual - Destination Designs
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Operator`s Manual - Destination Designs
DK612 And DK628 Precision Trencher Operator’s Manual DK Precision Trenchers 4416 East Township Road 130 Tiffin, Ohio 44883 www.dktrenchers.com 419-585-4091 June 2015 June 2015 1 2 June 2015 Table Of Contents 1. Introduction......................................................................................... 4 2. Warranty. ........................................................................................... 4 3. Equipment Identification....................................................................... 5 4. Specifications. ..................................................................................... 6 4.1 Trencher........................................................................................................6 4.2 Tractor Requirements..................................................................................6 5. Safety. ................................................................................................ 7 5.1 Hazards.........................................................................................................7 6. Connect To Tractor............................................................................ 9 7. Operation........................................................................................... 10 7.1 Control Panel Functions...........................................................................10 7.2 Starting A Trench Without Pilot Hole....................................................... 11 7.3 Digging Efficiency.....................................................................................12 7.4 Finishing A Trench.....................................................................................13 8. Routine Maintenance.......................................................................... 14 8.1 Daily............................................................................................................15 8.2 Every 40 Hours...........................................................................................18 8.3 Every 100 Hours.........................................................................................19 8.4 Every 200 Hours.........................................................................................20 8.5 Every 500 Hours.........................................................................................21 8.6 As Required................................................................................................22 9.0 Troubleshooting.............................................................................. 24 10.0 Registration................................................................................... 26 June 2015 3 Introduction & Warranty 1. Introduction 2. Warranty Congratulations on your purchase of a DK Precision Trencher. DK Trenchers warrants to the original purchaser that DK Trenchers’ products are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for 30 calendar days. The trencher has been designed and manufactured to provide years of service. We welcome input on how our products can be improved to serve you better. Read and understand this manual before setting up, operating and maintaining this equipment. Follow all safety instructions. Information provided in this manual was current as of the issue date. DK Precision Trenchers reserves the right to make design changes without further notice or liability. Information furnished in this manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the equipment. It does not cover all the possible contingencies, which may arise during operation. If special problems arise or further information be desired, please contact DK Precision Trenchers. Equipment modifications from original design and specifications are strictly prohibited. Modifications may compromise safe operation, subjecting users to serious injury or death and may void any remaining warranty. DK Precision Trenchers reserves the right to change, improve, modify or expand features of this equipment at any time. Specifications, models, or equipment are subject to change without notice, and without incurring any obligations to change, improve or expand features of previously delivered equipment. Because of the variations in optional equipment and continued design improvement, certain information contained within this manual may not apply. This operators manual does not replace, nor does its use release the owner/operator from observing all safety codes or operating limitations as well as any applicable federal, state, provincial or local regulations. Right-hand and left-hand is determined by facing the direction of travel when trencher is in use. Thereafter, the trencher frame is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one calendar year from the date of purchase. This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the DK612 or DK628 Trencher by the purchaser. The Limited Warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical stress, or modification to any part of the DK612 or DK628 Trencher. This Limited Warranty does not cover damage resulting from improper operation, maintenance, or adjustment. No accessory, product, or part not furnished or approved by DK Trenchers will be covered. Normal wear components of the DK612 or DK628 Trencher as listed are not covered under this Limited Warranty. The digging chain, drive chain, disk blades, sprockets, bearing, all power take-off components, power take-off clutches, and seals in gearboxes or cylinders are not covered. Any damage to the drive tractor attached to the DK612 or DK628 Trencher as a direct or indirect result of any DK612 or DK628 Trencher malfunction will not be covered. Nothing contained in this operator’s manual shall be construed to create an express warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product. In addition, DK Trenchers shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use, or misuse of, or inability to use the product or arising directly or indirectly from the use or loss of use of the product. Record the equipment information below and provide this information when contacting DK Precision Trenchers. Purchase Date:________________________________ Model Number:_________________________________ Serial Number:_________________________________ 4 June 2015 Equipment Identification 3. Equipment Identification A. 3-Point Coupler Frame R. Digging Chain B. Manual Container S. Auger Carriage C. Chainbox Bearings T. Debris Guard D. #8 Chainbox To Gearbox PTO Shaft U. Lift Cylinder E. Grade Cylinder V. Roller Chainbox F. Bonnet W. Angle Cylinder G. Turnbuckle X. Transport Lock H. Lifting Lugs Y. 612 - #8 Tractor To Trencher PTO I. Gearbox J. Laser Or GPS Mount 628 - #10 Tractor To Trencher PTO NS - Tilt Cylinder K. Tile Feeder L. Crummer M. Tile Boot N. Bottom End Sprocket O. Idler Sprocket P. Spoil Auger Q. Auger Cylinder June 2015 5 Specifications 4. Specifications 4.1 Trencher Length In Transport Position.......................................................................................................................15 ft (4.6 M) Height In Transport Position..........................................................................................................................9 ft (2.7 M) Width At Spoils Auger....................................................................................................................................7 ft (2.1 M) Operating Weight: DK612.............................................................................................................................................. 7000 lbs (3175 kg) DK628............................................................................................................................................ 12000 lbs (5443 kg) Maximum Trench Width: DK612 ................................................................................................................................................. 12 in. (305 mm) DK628...................................................................................................................................................24 in. (610 mm) Maximum Trench Depth..............................................................................................................................6 ft (1.83 M) 4.2 Tractor Requirements Minimum PTO Output: DK612 ................................................................................................................................................ 150 hp (112 kW) DK628................................................................................................................................................. 200 hp (149 kW) PTO Shaft: Rated Speed...................................................................................................................................................1000 rpm Size ..................................................................................................................... 1⅜ in. (35 mm) or 1¾ in. (44.5 mm) 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity: DK612..................................................................................................... Category 3 Quick Hitch - 8500 lbs (3856 kg) DK628................................................................................................... Category 4 Quick Hitch - 14500 lbs (6577 kg) Ground Drive.................................................................................................................................... Front Wheel Assist Trenching Speed..................................................................................................................... Up To 0.6 mph (1.0 kph) Transmission Type....................................................................................... Variable Speed (CVT, IVT, or Hydrostatic) Hydraulic Capacity .......................................................................................................... 3 Remote Valves (8 Outlets) 6 June 2015 Safety 5. Safety Before installing and operating this trencher, you must read, understand and follow the instructions and safety warnings in this manual. Your trencher may not be equipped with some of the optional equipment shown in the illustrations in this manual. If you have any safety concerns or questions that are not covered by this manual, please contact DK Trenchers at 419-585-4091. The safety information in this manual is denoted by the safety alert symbol: ^ This symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The level of risk is indicated by the following signal words: ^ DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. ^ WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. ^ CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE Indicates a situation that could result in damage to the machine or other property. 5.1 Hazards ^ WARNING Prevent death or serious injury. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for the job. ^ WARNING ^ WARNING Observe federal, state/provincial and local safety codes and regulations that apply to the job site. ^ WARNING Noise hazard. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing Operators, workers and bystanders must use ear protection while machine is in operation. ^ WARNING Entanglement hazard. Do not wear loose fitting clothing. Loose fitting clothing and long hair can become entangled in moving or rotating parts. Long hair must be tied back or netted. Keep clear of moving parts. Never operate machine with open or missing guards or shields. ^ WARNING Entanglement hazard. Crush hazard. Keep all personnel clear of digging chain, shafts and pinch points when engine is running or about to be started. Verify all guarding is in place. Follow lockout/tagout procedure before servicing. Do not operate, work on or around this machine while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or if feeling ill. June 2015 7 Safety ^ WARNING High pressure fluid hazard. Hazardous chemicals. Hydraulic fluid injected into skin can cause serious injury or death. Check Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each fluid or lubricant to understand the product, safe handling procedures, and first aid measures relating to the product. Keep hands and body away from any pressurized leak. Never use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of wood or cardboard. If fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Get immediate medical attention. ^ WARNING Buried utility hazard. Do not use this machine until buried utilities have been located. Keep trenching operation away from buried utilities. ^ WARNING Flying debris hazard. Personnel must stay at least 50 ft (15 m) away from machine during operation. ^ WARNING Crush hazard. Do not stand between tractor and trencher. Transport lock must be installed before transporting. 8 ^ WARNING ^ WARNING Avoid potentially toxic fumes. Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding, soldering, or using a torch. Remove paint before welding or heating. Wear an approved respirator when sanding or grinding paint to avoid breathing the dust. If solvent or paint thinner is used, clean area with soap and water before welding. Remove solvent or paint thinner containers and other flammable material from work area. Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before welding or heating. NOTICE Dispose of waste properly. Improper disposal of waste can harm the environment. Use leak proof container when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers. Contact your local environmental or recycling center for the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste. June 2015 Connect To Tractor 6. Connect To Tractor ^ WARNING Crush hazard. Do not stand between tractor and trencher. Transport lock must be installed before transporting. 1. If using a DK Caddy, connect caddy to tractor. 2. Connect tractor or caddy to trencher as described in tractor operators manual. 3. Connect hydraulic hoses to tractor SCV outlets. If using a DK Caddy, connect caddy hoses to tractor and trencher hoses to caddy. Trencher With DK Caddy To disconnect trencher: 1. Place trencher in transport position. 2. Lower hitch to ground. 3. Disconnect hydraulic hoses. Trencher Function 4. Disconnect electrical harness. 1 Lift Cylinders 5. Disconnect tractor to trencher PTO shaft. 2 Grade Cylinders 3 Constant Flow Valve* 6. Disconnect trencher or caddy from tractor as described in tractor operators manual. 4 Up And Down Force** SCV *Return oil from constant flow valve must return to tractor tank. **Contact DK Trenchers for operating instructions. NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. Return hose from constant flow valve must be connected to tractor tank. Damage will result if return hose is connected to SCV or tractor sump. 4. Connect electrical harness to trencher control box mounted in tractor. 5. Set SCV flow rate at 40-45% for constant flow valve. Valve will blow oil to ground if flow is too great. Adjust flow as needed. June 2015 9 Operation 7. Operation 7.1 Control Panel Functions A B POWER TILT FEED RATE ON 3 2 1 0 OFF AUGER C LASER 4 5 6 DN/UP PRESSURE 7 3 2 1 0 8 9 10 SWING SW. FLOAT 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CRUMMER OK N M L K J I H G F E D A. Control Panel Power. B. Tile Feed Rate - Controls tile feed rate. C. Down/Up Pressure - Controls down or up pressure. Lift cylinder must not be in float when using down or up force. Activate hydraulic SCV to extend or retract detent position to select down or up force. Rotate dial to increase or decrease pressure. D. Att Zero - With trencher digging, press and hold for 3 seconds to observe current position. E. OK F. Tilt Zero G. Thumb Button - Press arrows to navigate items on display screen. H. Tilt Angle - Press to display tilt angle. I. Tilt Man/Auto - Press to select manual or auto tilt. J. Crummer - Raise or lower crummers. K. Swing Float - Use while digging to allow turns. Center position is lock, up or down positions are float. L. Swing - Moves trencher left or right. M. Laser - Raises and lowers laser/GPS mount. N. Auger - Raise or lower auger. 10 June 2015 Operation 7.2 Starting A Trench Without Pilot Hole ^ WARNING 4. Align tractor to center line of trench to be cut. Stop with boot several feet before starting point. 5. Lower hitch slightly, keeping PTO driveline parallel to ground. Entanglement hazard. Crush hazard. 6. Reduce engine speed to low idle. Keep all personnel clear of chain, shafts and pinch points when tractor engine is running or about to be started. 8. Move trencher control panel power switch (B) to on position. 7. Engage PTO. B Verify all guarding is in place. Remove ignition key and place “Do Not Operate” tag on ignition switch before leaving operators seat. POWER TILT FEED RATE ON 4 5 6 3 2 1 0 OFF ^ WARNING AUGER Buried utility hazard. LASER SWING DN/UP PRESSURE 7 3 2 1 0 8 9 10 SW. FLOAT 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CRUMMER Do not use this machine until buried utilities have been located. Keep trenching operation away from buried utilities. ^ WARNING Flying debris hazard. Personnel must stay at least 50 ft (15 m) away from machine during operation. 1. Clear the area of bystanders. 2. Disengage transport lock (A) as shown. D C E 9. Lower hitch uprights to approximately 8 in. (203 mm) above ground. 10. Operate lift cylinders to lower tile boot to touch the ground. 11. Place SCV connected to lift cylinders in float. 12. Place SCV connected to constant flow valve in detent position to provide continuous oil flow to valve. 13. Operate grade cylinders to level boot. 14. Move laser switch (C) to raise mount to find laser light, or to locate GPS signal. 15. Increase engine rpm to PTO operating speed. 16. Retract grade cylinders and slowly move tractor forward to begin digging. 17. Move auger switch (D) to position auger at desired height. 18. Move crummer switch (E) to position crummers at desired height. 19. Drive tractor forward slowly, retracting or extending grade cylinders as needed to maintain desired dig depth. 3. Sit in tractor operator’s seat, fasten seat belt, start engine, and release parking brake. June 2015 11 Operation 7.3 Digging Efficiency NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. Do not make sharp turns or large steering corrections while trenching. This will swing trencher into side of trench and undercut trench. 20. To cut a gradual curve: • Move swing float lever (F) to up or down position. POWER TILT FEED RATE ON 4 5 6 3 2 1 0 OFF 7 8 9 10 Digging efficiency is determined by a combination of boom position, soil conditions, obstacles in the ground, and condition of the digging teeth. Boom Position For best digging performance and smoothest tractor operation, trencher must be in full down digging position with lift cylinders in float position. Move tractor forward to simply pull digging teeth into the face of the trench. DN/UP PRESSURE 3 2 1 0 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Condition Of Digging Teeth In order to obtain maximum digging efficiency, always maintain sharp teeth and at the necessary spaces on the digging chain. Replace worn or missing teeth immediately. Soil Conditions AUGER LASER SWING SW. FLOAT CRUMMER Obstacles In Ground F • Loose, wet soil conditions will require a faster chain speed than hard, dry soil conditions. Adjust ground speed as necessary to maintain adequate chain speed for the specific soil conditions. Decrease ground speed and make steering changes in very small increments. To cut a sharp curve, use either of the following methods: • If material is flexible enough for a sharp 90° corner, cut a new trench 90° to previous trench. • If material is not flexible enough for a sharp corner, use a backhoe to open up corner (G) to allow for a more gradual bend. Be alert for potential contact with obstacles while digging that may cause damage to the machine or injury to a field worker. Digging chain is generally able to cut through wood and small debris. Digging efficiency is reduced by contact with any unseen obstacles. If an obstruction stops digging chain causing PTO clutches to slip: 1. Immediately stop forward travel and disengage PTO. Do not raise trencher from digging position unless absolutely necessary. 2. Slowly move tractor rearward until free of obstruction. 3. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 4. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 5. Inspect digging path to determine the obstruction. G If obstruction is wood or other soft debris, verify chain is snug against the chain box and proceed forward slowly. If obstruction is steel, concrete, or rock, remove obstruction before proceeding. 12 June 2015 Operation 7.4 Finishing A Trench 1. Turn off PTO. 2. With lift cylinders still in float, fully raise 3-point hitch. 3. Take swing cylinder out of float. 4. Raise lift cylinders. 5. Extend grade cylinder out to level and lower trencher for return to next dig line. June 2015 13 Routine Maintenance 8. Routine Maintenance Item Daily Or Every 8 Hours Check for loose, missing or damaged hardware. Replace as needed. ● Check for illegible, dirty, or missing decals. Clean or replace as needed. ● Lubricate spoils auger bearings. ● Lubricate driveshaft universal joints. ● Lubricate driveshaft universal joints. ● Lubricate pivot bearings. ● Lubricate cylinder ends. ● Lubricate bottom end bearings. ● Check chain tension. Adjust as needed. ● Check cutters. Replace as needed. ● Inspect for leaks. Repair or replace as needed. ● Every 40 Hours Inspect bottom end sprockets. Replace as needed. ● Inspect auger sprocket. Replace as needed. ● Inspect chain. Replace as needed. ● Lubricate chain tensioner. ● Lubricate fittings on grease blocks. ● Every 100 Hours Check chain box oil level. Refill as needed. ● Check gear box oil level. Refill as needed. ● Every 200 Hours Lubricate chain box bearings. ● Verify slip clutch free movement. ● Every 500 Hours Change gear box oil. ● Change chain box oil. ● 14 June 2015 Routine Maintenance 8.1 Daily ^ WARNING 8.1.4 Lubricate Driveshaft Universal Joints 1. Pump grease into driveshaft universal joints daily. Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 8.1.1 Check Hardware Check trencher for loose, missing or damaged hardware. Tighten loose hardware, replace missing or damaged hardware. 8.1.2 Check Safety Decals Check trencher for illegible, dirty or missing safety decals. Replace illegible or missing decals. Clean dirty decals. 8.1.3 Lubricate Spoils Auger Bearings Use a hand-held grease gun only. Actuate hand pump 1 - 2 times. DO NOT over grease. NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. 8.1.5 Lubricate Pivot Bearings 1. Pump grease into pivot bearing daily. No more than 2 pumps of grease every 10 hours. 1. Pump grease into two spoils auger bearings daily. June 2015 15 Routine Maintenance 2. Pump grease into all pivot point fittings daily. 8.1.6 Lubricate Cylinder Ends 1. Pump grease into all hydraulic cylinder fittings daily. 8.1.7 Lubricate Bottom End Bearings 1. Pump grease into bottom bearings until grease escapes out side of caps daily. 8.1.8 Check Chain Tension Check chain tension daily or every 10 hours. NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. Improper chain tension can result in damage to drive line components. 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 3. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 4. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 5. Chain should be fully seated in bottom end idler 16 June 2015 Routine Maintenance sprockets and auger sprocket. Chain must not be riding on top of sprocket teeth. Adjust chain to obtain proper tension. NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. 8.1.9 Adjust Chain Tension NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. Improper chain tension can result in damage to drive line components. 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. Avoid over tightening chain. Do not tighten chain more than ½ turn after chain is seated in sprocket. 8. Turn hex nut (D) clockwise to tighten chain or counter clockwise to loosen chain. Turn nut (D) until chain makes appropriate contact with auger sprocket. 9. Install locking collar (C) and hex bolt (B). 10. Install cover plate (A) and four hex screws. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 8.1.10 Inspect Chain Cutters 3. Place auger in lowered position. 1. Inspect chain daily or every 10 hours for loose bolts. Tighten as needed. 4. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 2. Inspect for worn cutters. Replace cutters when worn more than 75%. 6. Remove four hex screws and cover plate (A). New 50% Worn 75% Worn 100% Worn Replace 8.1.11 Check For Leaks Check area on and under machine for indication of leaks. Repair or replace leaking components before operating machine. 7. Remove hex bolt (B) and locking collar (C). June 2015 17 Routine Maintenance 8.2 Every 40 Hours ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. 8.2.3 Check Chain 1. Inspect chain for worn rollers (A) and worn side plates (B). Replace as needed. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 8.2.1 Check Bottom End Sprockets 1. Inspect bottom end sprockets for wear and damage. Replace worn or damaged sprockets. 2. Pump grease into transport lock fittings daily. 8.2.2 Check Auger Sprocket 1. Inspect auger sprocket (A) for wear and damage. Replace worn or damaged sprocket. Sprocket is in two pieces for easy replacement. Remove mounting hardware (B) to replace sprocket. 18 8.2.4 Lubricate Chain Tensioner 1. Remove four hex screws and cover plate (A). June 2015 Routine Maintenance 2. Pump grease into chain tensioner fitting every 40 hours. 8.3.1 Lubricate Main Head Bearings 1. Pump grease into fitting indicated on both grease blocks every 100 hours. Use a hand-held grease gun only. Actuate hand pump 1 - 2 times. DO NOT over grease. NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. No more than 2 pumps of grease every 100 hours. 8.2.5 Lubricate Grease Block Fittings 1. Pump grease into three fittings indicated on both grease blocks every month. Grease until new grease is visible at each pivot joint. 8.3.1 Check Chain Box Oil Level 1. With chain box level side-to-side and front-to-rear, remove plug (A). Oil level should be up to bottom of plug hole. 8.3 Every 100 Hours ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. June 2015 19 Routine Maintenance 2. If necessary, add 90w gear oil through fill tube (B). Install plug (A) and fill tube (B) cap. 8.4.1 Lubricate Chain Box Bearings 1. Pump grease into chain box bearings every 200 hours. Use a hand-held grease gun only. Actuate hand pump 2 times. DO NOT over grease 8.3.2 Check Gear Box Oil Level 1. With gear box level side-to-side and front-to-rear, remove bolt (C). Oil level should be up to bottom of hole. If necessary, remove plug on top of gearbox and add 90w gear oil. Install plug and bolt. Repeat for other gearbox. 8.4 Every 200 Hours ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 20 8.4.2 Adjust PTO Drive Shaft Clutches 1. Loosen clutch hardware (A) to relieve tension on all springs. Repeat for other clutch. 2. Verify everyone is clear of tractor and trencher, start tractor and engage PTO for a few seconds. June 2015 Routine Maintenance ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Turn off tractor engine and remove key. Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 4. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 6. Remove drain plug (A) and drain oil into a suitable container. 3. Tighten clutch hardware until 1½ threads are showing past end of nut (A). Repeat for hardware on both clutches. Adjust clutches as needed. Clutch plates will wear when they have slipped. Tighten evenly as necessary. Do not overtighten clutches. Clutches that are too tight will not slip when an obstruction is hit. 7. Install and tighten drain plug (A). 8. Remove fill plug (B). Add 5 qts (4.7 L) of 90w gear oil. 9. Install and tighten fill plug. 8.5 Every 500 Hours ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 8.5.1 Change Gear Box Oil 10. Dispose of oil in an environmentally safe manner. 11. Repeat steps for other gear box. 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 3. Position trencher so gearbox drain plug is facing down. June 2015 21 Routine Maintenance 8.5.2 Change Chain Box Oil 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 3. Position trencher so gearbox drain plug is facing down. 4. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 6. Remove drain plug on bottom of gear box and drain oil into a suitable container. 7. Install and tighten drain plug. 8. Remove oil level plug (A). 8.6 As Required ^ WARNING Crush, severing and entanglement hazard. Before performing inspections, service or maintenance: • Park machine on firm and level surface. • Relieve hydraulic pressure. • Turn off tractor engine and remove key. • Install do not operate tag on tractor ignition switch. 8.6.1 Replace Cutters NOTICE Prevent equipment damage. Replace right-hand cutters with new righthand cutters and left-hand cutters with new left-hand cutters. 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 9. Add 2.5 gal (9.5 L) of 90w gear oil through fill tube (B). Install plug (A) and fill tube (B) cap. 3. Place auger in lowered position. 4. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 6. Remove and discard two nuts (A) and two lock nuts. 7. Note cutter orientation, remove and discard worn cutter (B). 8. Install new cutter in proper orientation, two lock washers and two new lock nuts (A). Tighten locknuts. 10. Dispose of oil in an environmentally safe manner. 22 June 2015 Routine Maintenance For each chain configuration below, the applicable pattern repeats over entire length of chain. 6 Inch Boot = 10 Inch Cut Cutter Number Cutter Number Total Number Of Cutters Needed 180 Left 180 Right 9 LH 10 RH 220 Left 220 Right 9 LH 9 RH 8.6.2 Check And Adjust Boot Height 1. Extend lift cylinders to raise trencher out of the ground and place in transport position. 2. Park machine on a firm level surface away from trench. 3. Place auger in lowered position. 4. Apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. 5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on tractor ignition switch. 8 Inch Boot = 12 Inch Cut Cutter Number Cutter Number Total Number Of Cutters Needed 180 Left 180 Right 6 LH 7 RH 220 Left 220 Right 6 LH 6 RH 290 Left 290 Right 6 LH 6 RH 6. Using straight edges, measure distance between lowest point of boot and lowest point of chain cutters. Optimal position of boot is ¾ - 1 in. (19 - 25 mm) (A) higher than lowest tip of cutters. 7. Loosen locknut (B) and rotate turnbuckle (C) to raise or lower boot to specified height. Tighten locknut. 10 Inch Boot = 16 Inch Cut Cutter Number Cutter Number Total Number Of Cutters Needed 180 Left 180 Right 6 LH 7 RH 290 Left 290 Right 6 LH 6 RH 400 Left 400 Right 6 LH 6 RH 12 Inch Boot = 20 Inch Cut Cutter Number Cutter Number Total Number Of Cutters Needed 180 Left 180 Right 5 LH 5 RH 290 Left 290 Right 5 LH 5 RH 400 Left 400 Right 4 LH 4 RH 500 Left 500 Right 4 LH 5 RH 15 Inch Boot = 24 Inch Cut Cutter Number Cutter Number 180 Left 180 Right 4 LH 4 RH 290 Left 290 Right 4 LH 4 RH 400 Left 400 Right 4 LH 4 RH 500 Left 500 Right 3 LH 3 RH 600 Left 600 Right 3 LH 3 RH June 2015 Total Number Of Cutters Needed 23 Troubleshooting 9.0 Troubleshooting SymPTOm Problem Solution Insufficient digging power. Worn chain teeth. Replace teeth/cutters. Low hydraulic system pressure. Check tractor hydraulic oil level. Add hydraulic oil if necessary. Low hydraulic oil level. Add hydraulic oil. Trencher not digging vertically. Uneven wear on chain teeth. Replace cutters1. Chain does not turn with motor running. PTO not on. Turn on PTO. Broken chain. Repair or replace chain. Obstruction in chain. Remove obstruction. Chain jumping sprocket teeth. Chain too loose. Chain does not make full revolution. Small obstruction between chain and sprocket. Obstruction in bonnet. Remove obstruction. Damaged sprocket. Repair or replace sprocket. Loose hardware. Tighten hardware. Tractor speed too fast. Drive at slower speed. Damaged sprocket. Repair or replace sprocket. Worn trencher components. Contact DK Trenchers. Improper 3-pt hitch height. Level 3-pt hitch to align PTO. Boot improperly adjusted. Set boot to specification2. Tractor speed too fast. Drive at slower speed. Digging chain too loose. Adjust chain tension. Obstructions in digging path. Drive at slower speed or remove obstruction. Chain does not clean out. Sticky, heavy clay soil conditions. Drive at slower speed. Trencher not holding grade. Boot too low, not allowing boot to Raise boot. be in loose soil. Excessive vibration. Trencher not maintaining grade. Chain jumps off sprocket. Cutters worn too much, allowing Replace cutters. boot to rub, or wedge in sidewalls. Boot too large for cutter set up. Replace boot or cutter with correct size. Grade cylinders out of working Adjust grade cylinder height. range. Trencher will not stay in raised position & Pressure up/down switch is on. wants to settle down to ground. Remote switch is sticking. Turn off. Function in tractor/trencher box not Hydraulic flow to valve not on. working. Turn on constant flow to valve on trencher. Control box not on. Check Remote. Move control box power switch to on position. Not a good ground on power Verify control supply. grounded. 24 box is properly June 2015 SymPTOm Problem Surge in tractor power. Cutters not set up properly, maybe Check cutters, install correct cutters one cutter too wide. as needed. Chain won’t stay on bottom sprocket. Power feeder will not run. Oil comes out vent tube under trencher. Solution Rock or obstacle caught in cutter. Remove obstacle. Broken cutter. Replace broken cutters. Chain too loose. Tighten chain. Worn out chain. Replace chain. Twisted chain. Loosen, straighten and then tighten chain. Replace chain if necessary. Electrical connection on solenoid Check and tighten connections. loose. No power to solenoid. Check wiring to solenoid. Broken wire. Repair or replace wire. No oil to valve from tractor. Check SCV connections. Control box not on. Move control box power switch to on position. Too much oil flow from tractor. Reduce oil flow. Return line not hooked into tank Connect return line directly into return. tractor hydraulic tank. Connection not hooked in properly. Check connection. Crummers go up on their own. Trencher does not self level. Too much oil flow from tractor. Reduce oil flow. Return not hooked properly. Check connection. Trencher not on ground (not made Set trencher in digging position. to level in transport position). Guide spaces too tight. Loosen guides. Trencher does not swing. Mechanical lock may be engaged. Disengage mechanical lock. Gearbox getting hotter on one side. One clutch may slipping. Loosen clutches on both sides, let slip one revolution, then retighten clutches evenly. Acme thread- chain tensionser problems- Unable to tighten chain due to Disassemble bottom end & clean loose chain, tight chain, etc acme bolt being dirty. threads on acme bolt. Grease & reassemble. Damaged threads. Contact DK Trenchers. Cutters may wear faster on one side of chain than the other, causing trencher to run to one side of trench. Chain teeth/ cutters tend to wear faster and more unevenly in sandy, more abrasive soil conditions. 1 Boot must ride just on top of fresh cut soil in bottom of trench to maintain a consistent grade. Nose of boot should be app. ¾ in. (19 mm) above bottom of trench. Adjust turnbuckle at top of boot for proper setting. 2 June 2015 25 Registration 10.0 Registration Owner’s Name:_______________________________________________________________________________ Company Name:______________________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________ City:________________________________________________________________________________________ State:_______________________________________________________________________________________ Zip Code:____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number:_______________________________________________________________________________ E-mail Address:_______________________________________________________________________________ Date Of Purchase:_____________________________________________________________________________ Dealer Purchased From:________________________________________________________________________ Customer Signature:___________________________________________________________________________ Date Sent In:_________________________________________________________________________________ Model Of Machine:____________________________________________________________________________ Please fill out the above information and send it with a copy of original sales receipt to: DK Precision Trenchers 4416 East Township Road 130 Tiffin, Ohio 44883 Phone: 419-585-4091 26 June 2015 June 2015 27 28 June 2015