Ditch Witch FX30 Manuale utente
FX30/FXT30
Tier 4
Operator’s
Manual
053-2632
Original Instruction
Issue 4.1
FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1
Overview
Chapter Contents
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Equipment Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
FX30 Unit Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
• 500 gallon tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
• 800 gallon tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
FXT30 Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• 500 gallon tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
• 800 gallon tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . 7
RF Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operator Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
• Bulleted Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
• Numbered Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Overview - 2 FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
Serial Number Location
Serial Number Location
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. FX30 serial number is located as shown.
Intended Use
The FX30 is a self-contained vacuum excavation unit capable of vacuuming a wide variety of non-
hazardous, non-flammable liquid and solid debris. The FXT30 is a truck-mounted version of the FX30
vacuum excavation unit. They are designed to perform efficient soft excavation, including exposing utilities
for visual verification and potholing. The optional reverse flow system allows for spoils transfer to another
tank. The optional air system on the FXT30 can operate auxiliary pneumatic tools on low (100 psi/689 kPa)
setting.
The FX30 and FXT30 are 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 FX30 and FXT30 should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its
particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Date of manufacture
Date of purchase
FX30 serial number (shown)
Engine serial number
Blower serial number
Water pump serial number
Trailer serial number
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FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3
Equipment Modification
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.
FX30 Unit Components
500-Gal (1893-L) Tank
1. Inlet valve
2. Primary shut-off valve
3. Vacuum tank
4. Water tank
5. Operator’s station
6. Power pack
7. Hose reel
8. Potholing tools
9. Tool storage
10. Antifreeze tank
11. Vacuum filter
12. Cyclone filter
13. Drain/Outlet valve
Overview - 4 FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
FX30 Unit Components
800-Gal (3028-L) Tank
1. Inlet valve
2. Vacuum tank
3. Primary shutoff valve
4. Water tank
5. Operator’s station
6. Power pack
7. Hose reel
8. Potholing tools
9. Tool storage
10. Antifreeze tank
11. Vacuum filter
12. Cyclonic filter
13. Drain/Outlet valve
FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual Overview - 5
FXT30 Unit Components
FXT30 Unit Components
500-Gal (1893-L) Tank
1. Inlet valve
2. Primary shut-off valve
3. Vacuum tank
4. Water tank
5. Operator’s station
6. Power pack
7. Potholing tools
8. Hose reel
9. Antifreeze tank
10. Vacuum filter
11. Cyclone filter
12. Drain/Outlet valve
Overview - 6 FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
FXT30 Unit Components
800-Gal (3028-L) Tank
1. Inlet valve
2. Vacuum tank
3. Primary shut-off valve
4. Water tank
5. Operator’s station
6. Power pack
7. Potholing tools
8. Hose reel
9. Antifreeze tank
10. Vacuum filter
11. Cyclone filter
12. Drain/Outlet valve
FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual Overview - 7
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.
Contains FCC ID: LW9-ERGOF-2G4 & LW9-MFS-RX-2G4.
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.
Contient IC: 2119B-ERGOF & 2119B-MFSRX
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 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 Section 6.
Overview - 8 FX30/FXT30 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
Operator Orientation
Operator Orientation
Right and left sides of machine are determined by
facing towing vehicle.
About This Manual
This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. See Operation Overview 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.
1. Front of unit
2. Right of unit
3. Rear of unit
4. Left of unit
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FX30/FXT30 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 9
Reporting Safety Defects
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.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying the Product Safety Coordinator at The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists
in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become
involved in any individual problems between you, your Ditch Witch dealer, or The Charles Machine Works,
Inc.
To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-
424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov, or write to:
Administrator
NHTSA
1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E.
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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