wolverine "extreme" ditcher

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wolverine "extreme" ditcher
WOLVERINE "EXTREME"
DITCHER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DYNAMIC DITCHERS INC.
WOLVERINE EXTREME DITCHER
WARRANTY POLICY
This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
and service, for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in
accordance with the operating and maintenance manual instructions supplied with this unit.
This warranty does not cover misuse or negligence.
Under no circumstances will Dynamic Ditchers Inc. be liable for any consequential damage or expense
of any kind, including loss of profits. Dynamic Ditchers Inc. under no circumstances is liable for tractor
damage of any kind. Dynamic Ditchers Inc. is not liable for the maintenance of the product.
The warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. Warranty is void if repairs are attempted by
anyone other than an authorized dealer.
If a difficulty develops with the product, you should contact your nearest dealer. Only these locations
are authorized to make repairs to the product or affect the replacement of defective parts, which will
be done at no charge within a reasonable time after the receipt of the product. Damage in transit is
not covered by warranty.
This machine is subject to design changes and Dynamic Ditchers Inc. shall not be required to retro-fit
or exchange items on previously sold units except at its own option.
This warranty shall expire one (1) year after the date of delivery of the new machinery.
WARRANTY VOID IF NOT REGISTERED
DYNAMIC DITCHERS INC.
WOLVERINE EXTREME DITCHER
WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM & INSPECTION REPORT
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery.
Customer’s Name
Dealer Name
AddressAddress
City, State/Prov., Code
Phone Number (
City, State/Prov., Code
)
Serial Number
Delivery Date
DEALER INSPECTION REPORT
______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ All Fasteners Tight
Fan Turns Freely
Chain Drive Aligned and Tensioned
Chutes and Gate Move Freely
Kicker Shaft Turns Freely
Check Oil Levels in Gearboxes and
Chain Case
SAFETY
______ ______ ______ ______ Guards and Shields Installed and Secured
Safety Signs Installed and Legible
Reflectors and Lights Clean and Operating
Review Operating and Safety Instructions
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment which review included the Operator’s Manual content, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date
Dealer’s Rep. Signature
Signature
The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed as to care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date
Owner's Signature
WHITE
YELLOW
PINK
DYNAMIC DITCHER INC.
DEALER
CUSTOMER
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher when ordering parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plate is located where indicated. Please mark the number in the space provided for easy
reference.
Serial Number ________________________________
Production Year _____________________________________
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
1
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12
3
4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
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5.1
5.2
6
7
7.1
7.2
7.3
8
9
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.1.4
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
5.2.5
5.2.6
5.2.7
DESCRIPTION
PAGE
Introduction ......................................................... 1
Safety..................................................................... 2
General Safety........................................................ 3
Safety Training........................................................ 4
Safety Signs........................................................... 4
Operating Safety..................................................... 5
Operating Hazard Area........................................... 6
Preparation............................................................. 7
Maintenance Safety................................................ 8
Hydraulic Safety..................................................... 8
Transport Safety..................................................... 9
Storage Safety........................................................ 9
Tire Safety.............................................................. 9
Sign-Off Form....................................................... 10
Safety Sign Locations.........................................11
Operation............................................................. 15
To the New Operator or Owner............................. 15
Machine Components........................................... 16
Break-In................................................................ 18
Pre-Operation Checklist....................................... 18
Equipment Matching............................................. 19
Hydraulic Circuits.................................................. 20
Attaching/Unhooking............................................ 21
Field Operation..................................................... 24
Transporting.......................................................... 43
Storage................................................................. 44
Service and Maintenance................................... 45
Service.................................................................. 45
Fluids and Lubricants........................................... 45
Greasing............................................................... 45
Servicing Intervals................................................ 46
Service Record..................................................... 54
Maintenance......................................................... 55
Roller Chain Maintenance.................................... 55
Shear Bolts........................................................... 56
Gearboxes............................................................ 57
Fan Paddle Clearance.......................................... 58
Intake Wear Components..................................... 59
PTO Safety Shield................................................ 59
Fan Frame Wear Clearance................................. 60
Trouble Shooting................................................ 62
Specifications..................................................... 63
Mechanical........................................................... 63
Hydraulic Fitting Torque........................................ 63
Bolt Torque............................................................ 64
Parts..................................................................... 65
Index.................................................................... 70
1
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of an Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher to compliment your
farming operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning
buyer for the efficient moving of dirt and forming drainage ditches or terraces.
Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher requires that
you and anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety,
Operation, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.
This manual covers the Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher. Use the Table of Contents or Index
as a guide to locate required information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
Dynamic Ditchers distributor or Dealer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual,
are as seen from the tractor driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.
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2
SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The Safety Alert symbol identifies
important safety messages on the
Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme
Ditcher and in the manual. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
Follow the instructions in the safety
message.
This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Why is SAFETY important to you?
3 Big Reasons
Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost
Accidents Can Be Avoided
DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous
SIGNAL WORDS:
situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is to be limited to the
most extreme situations typically
for machine components which,
for functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
Note the use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for
each message has been selected using the
following guide-lines:
WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous
CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is
damaged, please contact your dealer or Dynamic Ditchers Inc., P.O. Box 299, Dugald, Manitoba, Canada
R0E 0K0, Phone: 204-853-2075, Fax: 204-853-2076.
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SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your ditcher. YOU must ensure
that you and anyone else who is going to operate,
maintain or work around the ditcher be familiar
with the operating and maintenance procedures
and related SAFETY information contained in this
manual. This manual will take you step-by-step
through your working day and alerts you to all good
safety practices that should be adhered to while
operating the ditcher.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety
practices not only protect you but also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of
your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE
operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures
and follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death
by ignoring good safety practices.
•
Ditcher owners must give operating instructions
to operators or employees before allowing them
to operate the machine, and at least annually
thereafter.
•
The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s
responsibility to read and understand ALL
Safety and Operating instructions in the manual
and to follow these. Most accidents can be
avoided.
•
A person who has not read and understood all
operating and safety instructions is not qualified
to operate the machine. An untrained operator
exposes himself and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
•
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and/or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
•
Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
2.1
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety
signs before operating, maintaining, adjusting or unplugging
the ditcher.
2. Have a first-aid kit available
for use should the need arise
and know how to use it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the need
arise and know how to use
it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list
includes but is not limited to:
- A hard hat
- Protective shoes
with slip resistant
soles
- Protective glasses or goggles
- Heavy gloves
- Wet weather gear
- Hearing protection
- Respirator or filter mask
6. Install and secure all guards before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection for
prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
8. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting,
repairing or unplugging.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small children, before starting the unit.
10.Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining the
ditcher.
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2.2
SAFETY TRAINING
2.3
SAFETY SIGNS
1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped
out by a single careless act of an operator or
bystander.
1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all
times.
2. In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of this equipment.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign
should also display the current sign.
3. It has been said, "The best safety feature is an
informed, careful operator."
We ask you to be that kind of
an operator. It is the operator's responsibility to read and
understand ALL Safety and
Operating instructions in the manual and to follow these. Accidents can be avoided.
How to Install Safety Signs:
4. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead
to careless injuries. Read this manual, and
the manual for your power unit, before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with
the machines. If this machine is used by any
person other than yourself, or is loaned or
rented, it is the machine owner's responsibility to make certain that the operator, prior to
operating:
a.
Reads and understands the operator's
manuals.
b. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
5. Know your controls and how to stop power unit
engine and machine quickly in an emergency.
Read this manual and the one provided with
your power unit.
6. Train all new personnel and review instructions
frequently with existing workers. Be certain
only a properly trained and physically able person will operate the machinery. A person who
has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate
the machine. An untrained operator exposes
himself and bystanders to possible serious injury
or death. If the elderly are assisting with work,
their physical limitations need to be recognized
and accommodated.
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2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have
become illegible.
4. Safety signs are available from your Dealer
Parts Department or the factory.
•
Be sure that the installation area is clean and
dry.
•
Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
•
Determine exact position before you remove the
backing paper.
•
Remove the smallest portion of the split backing
paper.
•
Align the sign over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed
sticky backing in place.
•
Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in
place.
•
Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and
smoothed out using the piece of sign backing
paper.
2.4
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual
and all safety signs before operating, servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
15. Always know the area you are ditching. Never
operate Ditcher in an area that has hidden obstacles.
2. This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The
operator should be a responsible adult familiar
with farm machinery and trained in the ditcher's
operations. Do not allow persons to operate or
assemble this unit unless they have developed
a thorough understanding of the safety precautions.
16. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery.
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely is in
question, DO NOT ATTEMPT THE JOB.
3. Do not allow riders.
4. Install and secure all guards and shields before
starting or operating.
5. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
all moving and/or rotating parts.
17.Review safety instructions with all operators
annually.
18. Do not operate ditcher where there is a chance
of buried utilities. Check with local authorities
on location of utilities before ditching.
CALL BEFORE
6. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine,
set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for
all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
7. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children, before starting.
8. Stay away from machine hazard area when
tractor engine or machine are running. Keep
others away.
YOU DIG
D09
9. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings and couplers
tight and free of leaks before using.
10. Clean reflectors, SMV and lights before transporting.
11. Use hazard flashers on tractor when transporting.
12.Do not put hands or feet under machine while
tractor engine or machine are running.
13.Do not attempt to operate this machine under
the influence of drugs or alcohol. Some prescription medications can limit you from operating heavy machinery as well.
14. Objects can be thrown out from under machine
with sufficient force to severely injure people.
Stay away from machine when it is running.
Keep others away.
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2.5
OPERATING HAZARD AREA
1. Stay away from the sides of the machine when it
is running. Objects can be thrown out from the
machine with sufficient force to severely injure
people. The ditcher can throw objects 100 m
(300 feet). Stay away from machine when it is
running. Stay out of shaded area. Keep others
away.
2. Stay out of shaded hazard area.
3. Always know where all additional personnel are
located when operating the Ditcher. Never allow
anyone within the hazard area.
MACHINE HAZARD AREA
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2.6
PREPARATION
1. Do not operate the tractor and machine until
you have read and completely understand this
manual, the tractor operator's manual, and each
of the safety messages found on the safety signs
on the tractor and machine.
2. Personal protection equipment
including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety shoes,
and gloves are
recommended
during assembly, installation,
operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or
moving the implement. Do not allow long hair,
loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around
equipment.
3. PROLONGED EXPOSURE
TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE
PERMANENT HEARING
LOSS!
Tractors with or without equipment attached can often be
noisy enough to cause permanent, partial hearing loss. We
recommend that you wear hearing protection
on a full-time basis if the noise in the Operator's position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db
on a long-term basis can cause severe hearing
loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator
over a long-term basis may cause permanent,
total hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from
loud noise (from tractors, chain saws, radios,
and other such sources close to the ear) is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural
recovery.
4. Operate the machine only with
a tractor equipped with an approved Roll-Over-Protective
Structure (ROPS). Always
wear your seat belt. Serious
injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor
---particularly during a turnover
when the operator could be pinned under the
ROPS or the tractor.
5. Clear working area of stones, branches or hidden obstacles that might be hooked or snagged,
causing injury or damage.
6. Do not operate ditcher where there is a chance
of buried utilities. Check with local authorities
on location of utilities before ditching.
CALL BEFORE
YOU DIG
D09
7. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
8. Be sure machine is properly mounted, adjusted
and in good operating condition.
9. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs
are properly installed and in good condition.
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2.7
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Follow ALL the operating, maintenance and
safety information in the manual. Use only tools,
jacks and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job.
2. Support the machine with blocks or safety
stands when changing tires or working beneath
it. Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient
capacity for the job.
3. Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area
clean and dry.
- Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate
light for the job at
hand.
4. Use only genuine manufacturer's replacement
parts when performing servicing or maintenance work on the machine.
5. Never work on paddles, fan or under the machine unless the tractor engine is off, ignition
key removed and frame safety locks engaged.
6. Make sure all guards are in place and properly
secured when maintenance work is completed.
7. Never wear ill-fitting, baggy or frayed clothing
when working around or on any of the drive
system components.
8. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system,
make sure all lines, fittings and couplers are tight
and in good condition.
9. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before
servicing or disconnecting from tractor.
10.Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
all moving and/or rotating parts.
11.Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when carrying out any maintenance and
repairs or making any adjustments.
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2.8
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Make sure that all components in the hydraulic
system are kept in good condition and are clean.
2. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses and metal lines.
3. Relieve pressure before working on hydraulic
system.
4. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, fittings or hoses by using tape,
clamps or cements. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high-pressure. Such
repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous
and unsafe condition.
5. Wear proper hand and
eye protection when
searching for a highpressure hydraulic leak.
Use a piece of wood or
cardboard as a backstop
instead of hands to isolate
and identify a leak.
6. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure
stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention
immediately. Serious infection or toxic reaction
can develop from hydraulic fluid piercing the
skin surface.
7. Before applying pressure to the system, make
sure all components are tight and that lines,
hoses and couplings are not damaged.
2.9
TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery on
public roads.
2. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However, some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all
highway lighting and marking requirements.
3. At all times when driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32
kph), use flashing amber warning lights and a
slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce
speed on rough roads and surfaces.
2.11
TIRE SAFETY
1. Failure to follow proper procedures when
mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce
an explosion which may result in serious injury
or death.
2. Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have
the proper equipment and experience to do the
job.
3. Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service
perform required tire maintenance.
4. When replacing worn tires, make sure they meet
the original tire specifications. Never undersize.
4. Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
5. Use a mounting pin with provisions for a retainer.
Install the retainer.
6. Do not drink and drive.
7. Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to
oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for traffic
when operating near or crossing roadways.
8. Never allow riders on either tractor or machine.
2.10
STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.
4. Block the fan so unauthorized personnel (children) don't play with it or turn fan.
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2.12
SIGN-OFF FORM
Dynamic Ditchers follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural
Engineers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Ditcher must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Maintenance
information presented in this manual.
Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed.
Annually review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment. We
feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.
A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the
equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed in
the operation of the equipment.
DATE
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SIGN-OFF FORM
EMPLOYEES SIGNATURE
EMPLOYERS SIGNATURE
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SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good
safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area,
or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
B
H
H
C
D
C
C A
B
D
CA J
A
CAUTION
• Read Operator’s Manual before starting.
• Use hazard flashers when
• Lower machine to the ground, place all con-
• Remove sticks, stones,
Review safety instructions annually.
trols in neutral, stop engine, set park
brake, remove ignition key and wait for
all moving parts to stop before servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
transporting.
wire and other objects
from working area before
starting.
• Do not point discharge at people, animals or
• Install and secure all guards before oper-
buildings. Objects from discharge can seriously
injure or kill.
• Keep hands, hair, feet and clothing away
• Stay at least 100 m (300 feet) away from discharge
• Do not allow riders.
• Keep away from rotor and kicker shafts when
ating.
from moving parts during operation.
• Clear area of bystanders, especially small
children, before starting.
• Never exceed a safe travel speed when
transporting.
when operating. Keep others away.
engine is running.
• Wear appropriate hearing protection for prolonged
exposure to excessive noise.
D01
REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without
safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
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The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good
safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area,
or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
B
D02
C
DANGER
E
C
ROTATING PTO DRIVELINE HAZARD
Keep your body, hair, clothing and others away
from rotating PTO driveline.
Do not operate ditcher unless all driveline, tractor
and equipment shields are in place and in good
working order.
Make certain the drive line shields turn freely on
driveline.
Do not exceed operating speed of 1000 RPM.
Keep u-joint’s angles small and equal. Do not exceed
maximum recommended length.
FAILURE TO HEED WILL RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
D
E
D03
DANGER
ROTATING DRIVE HAZARD
Do not operate ditcher with shield removed.
FAILURE TO HEED WILL CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
D04
REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without
safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
12
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good
safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area,
or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
G
WARNING
Install lock bracket around air cylinder
rod before working under center guard to
prevent serious injury or death.
D07
G
H
DANGER
B
D
H
PINCH POINT
Fan carries huge momentum.
Do not attempt to stop by hand.
H
E
D08
J
DANGER
CALL BEFORE
MISSING SHIELD HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Install and secure sheilds before operating.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from moving parts.
F
D05
WARNING
YOU DIG
D09
Install frame lock before transporting
or working under frame to prevent
damage, serious injury or death. D06
REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without
safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
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The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good
safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area,
or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
B
D
F
F
F
REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without
safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
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4
OPERATION
OPERATING SAFETY
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual
and all safety signs before operating, servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
• Lower machine to ground, place all controls in
neutral, stop engine, set park brake, remove
ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop
before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
• Never exceed a safe travel speed when
transporting.
• Use hazard flashers when transporting.
• Remove sticks, stones, wire and other objects
from working area before starting.
• Install and secure all guards before operating.
• Do not point discharge at people, animals or
buildings. Objects from discharge can seriously
injure or kill.
• Keep hands, hair, feet and clothing away from
moving parts during operation.
• Stay at least 100 m (300 feet) away from
discharge when operating. Keep others away.
• Do not allow riders.
• Keep away from fan and kicker shaft when
engine is running.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children before starting.
• Wear appropriate hearing protection for
prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER
The Wolverine Extreme Ditcher is designed to make
ditches and waterways in light to heavy soils quickly
and efficiently. By cutting the ditch and spreading
the soil in one operation time and energy is reduced
considerably from traditional ditching methods. The
Wolverine is capable of throwing soil 300ft (100M)
on either side of the ditcher, combine this with a GPS
or Laser guided leveling system and you have the
ultimate ditching machine. Many years of development have gone into the wolverine with the help of
suggestions made by customers like you.
In addition to the design and configuration
of equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of equipment.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other
operators before they start working with the
machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly.
Safety is everyone's business. By following
recommended procedures, a safe working
environment is provided for the operator,
bystanders and the area around the worksite.
Untrained operators are not qualified to operate
the machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine are
the result of suggestions made by customers like
you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to
operate the machine safely and how to set it to
provide maximum efficiency. By following the
operating instructions in conjunction with a good
maintenance program, your Ditcher will provide
many years of trouble-free service.
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4.2
MACHINE COMPONENTS
The Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher
consists of a large fan with 8 paddles to move the
soil, water and debris away from the machine. A
cutting blade with ripper fingers is located on the
bottom of the frame to loosen and pick up soil and
direct it into the fan. A kicker shaft equipped with
paddles and fingers moves the material loosened by
the cutting blade toward the center and into the fan.
Power to the fan and kicker shaft is supplied by the
tractor PTO. The shaft extends along the right side
of the frame and into a splitter gearbox that directs
power to the fan drive gearbox and into the chain case
to drive the kicker shaft assembly.
A hydraulically powered kicker shaft reverser is
located on the left side end of the shaft and is used to
clean out and unplug the fan intake area. A mounting
The ditcher can be set to direct the material to the bracket is positioned at the top center of the frame
right or the left by moving the gate around the fan to for locating a GPS or laser system if required for the
the required position. A hydraulic cylinder on each of application.
the rear wheel frames allows the frame to be tilted to
either side when ditching is required.
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Fig. 1 MACHINE COMPONENTS
A PTO Shaft
B Hydraulic Hoses
C Cutting Blade
D Ripper Fingers
E Kicker Shaft
F Kicker Shaft Paddles/Fingers
GFan
H Fan Paddles
J Tilt Gauge
K GPS/Laser Mount
LReverser
M Deflector Chute
N Fan Gate Position Indicator
O Fan Gate
P Hydraulic Valve Bank
Q Kicker Shaft Drive Chain Case
R Input Power Shaft
S Splitter Gearbox (Outer)
T Fan Drive Gearbox (Center)
UHood
V Auto Clutch
W Over-running Clutch
X Shear Bolts (2013 and earlier)
Slip Clutch (2014 and later)
W
D
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4.3
MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on
the Ditcher when used for the first time, it is recommended that the following mechanical items be
checked:
A. After operating for 1/2 hour and 5 hours, the
following MUST be followed or warranty will
be void:
1. Tighten wheel bolts and other fasteners to
their specified torque levels.
4.4
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the Ditcher requires
that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions
outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist
is provided for the operator. It is important for both
the personal safety and maintaining the good mechanical condition of the Ditcher that this checklist
is followed.
Before operating the Ditcher and each time thereafter, the following areas should be checked off:
2. Check that the fan and paddles are in good
condition.
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in Section 5 Service and Maintenance.
3. Check that the PTO driveline shield turns
freely and telescopes easily.
2. Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight
to pull the machine.
4. Check tension in chain drive system. Adjust
as required.
3. Check that the machine is properly attached to
the tractor. Be sure a retainer is used through
the drawbar pin and a safety chain around the
drawbar cage.
5. Check for and remove all entangled material.
B. After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat items 1 through 5 of Section A.
2. Check oil level in chain case and
gearboxes.
3. Then go to the regular service schedule as
defined in Section 5.
C. After operating for 50 hours:
1. Re-torque all fasteners.
2. Check wheel bearing pre-load. Adjust as
required.
3. Change gearbox oil.
4. Check that the PTO driveline shield turns freely
and that the driveline can telescope easily.
5. Check the tire pressure. Bring to the specified
level.
6. Check the paddles, fan, ripper fingers, cutting
blade, kicker shaft paddles and kicker shaft fingers. Be sure they are not damaged or broken
and are securely fastened to the fan, cutting
blade and kicker system. Tighten or replace
as required.
7. Remove entangled material from rotating components. Material caught next to bearings will
cause seal damage.
8. Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, couplers and
fittings. Tighten, repair or replace any leaking
or damaged components.
9. Install and secure all guards, doors and covers
before starting.
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4.5
EQUIPMENT MATCHING
To insure the safe and reliable operation of the
Ditcher, it is necessary to use a tractor with the correct specifications. Use the following list as a guide
in selecting a tractor to use on the machine.
1. Tractor Horsepower:
Refer to Table 1 for the minimum recommended
horsepower for your machine. It is recommended that the machine always be run at rated
PTO rpm.
2. Hydraulic System:
The tractor hydraulic system must be capable of
15 gpm (57 lpm) at 2000 psi (13,800 kPa) and
have at least 4 remote outlets.
Table 1 Recommended Horsepower
Wolverine Extreme
Horsepower
1000 rpm
350 Max
IMPORTANT
Exceeding recommended horsepower
can damage drivetrain components and
void the warranty.
3. PTO Shaft:
The tractor PTO shaft must meet these specifications:
Large 1000 RPM - 20 spline, 1 3/4" diameter
4. Drawbar:
The tractor drawbar must be set to provide 20
inches (508 mm) between the end of the PTO
shaft and the center of the drawbar pin. Refer
to your tractor manual for the adjustment procedure.
CORRECT TRACTOR DRAWBAR DISTANCE
20"
See Owner’s Manual for more detailed description
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Fig. 2 DRAWBAR DIMENSION
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4.6
HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS
Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize themselves with the position and function of the
hydraulic circuits.
1. Circuit Position:
The ditcher is designed with 4 individual circuits
to operate each of the machine functions. Each
circuit is color-coded to assist the operator when
hooking up to a tractor.
Table 1
Hydraulic Circuits
Red
Lift
Green
Tilt
Black
Reverser
Blue
Gate
Raise or lower ditcher.
Moves the chutes, then
gate to discharge left or
right.
Input
2013 WOLVERINE EXTREME HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Controls the left cylinder
to tilt the ditcher left or
right.
Supplies hydraulic flow
to the reverser cylinder.
Schematic
Fig. 3 CIRCUIT POSITION
2. Gate Position Indicator:
A pointer is attached to the left end of the gate
and indicates to the operator the position of
the left end of the fan gate. Use the "Chute"
hydraulic circuit to change the position of the
gate and pointer.
Gate Left - Right Discharge
Gate Right - Left Discharge
Fig. 4 GATE POSITION
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4.7
ATTACHING/UNHOOKING TRACTOR
Follow this procedure when attaching the Ditcher
to the tractor:
1. Make sure that all bystanders, especially small
children, are clear of the working area.
2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance
to safely back up to the Ditcher.
3. Use the jack on the frame to raise the frame to
align the hitch with the tractor drawbar.
4. Slowly back the tractor until the holes on the
hitch and drawbar are aligned.
5. Install the drawbar pin and the retainer.
Fig. 5 PIN/RETAINER
6. Attach the safety chain securely around the
tractor drawbar cage to prevent unexpected
separation.
Fig. 6 SAFETY CHAIN
7. Connect the PTO driveline:
a. Check that the driveline telescopes easily
and that the shield rotates freely.
b. Attach the driveline to the tractor by retracting the lock collar, slide yoke over the shaft
and pushing on the yoke until the lock pin
clicks into position. Be sure the yoke is
locked in position.
IMPORTANT
Make sure the drawbar dimensions
are set as per the instructions in
Section 4.6.
Fig. 7 DRIVELINE
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8. Review hydraulic circuit schematic in Section
7 to be familiar with system before starting.
Hoses are color-coded to assist in selecting the
appropriate circuit for the application.
WARNING
Use extreme care when working around
a high-pressure hydraulic system. Make
sure all connections are tight and all
components are in good repair. Wear
hand and eye protection when searching
for suspected leaks.
Fig. 8 HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS
9. Connect the hydraulics:
a. Use a clean rag or paper towel to clean the
dirt from couplers on the hose ends and the
tractor.
b. Connect the hoses to the tractor couplers.
Be sure the couplers are securely seated.
c. Route and secure the hoses along the hitch
with clips, tape or plastic ties to prevent
binding and pinching. Be sure to provide
slack for turning.
First Circuit
Second Circuit
Fourth Circuit
Fig. 9 HYDRAULICS (Typical)
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10.Connect the wiring harness and secure along
the hitch with clips, tape or plastic ties to prevent
dragging or binding.
Fig. 10 WIRING HARNESS (Typical)
11. Raise jack, retract base, pull anchor pin on jack,
remove jack and mount to storage bracket.
Secure with anchor pin and retainer.
Retract Base
Stowed
Fig. 11 STOWED JACK
12.The hitch clevis is designed to be moved up
or down one mounting position if required to
adjust the angle of the cutting blade. Remove
the hitch clevis to change cutting blade angle.
Tighten mounting bolts to their specified torque
if the clevis position is changed.
13.Reverse the above procedures when unhooking from tractor.
Fig. 12 CLEVIS
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4.8
FIELD OPERATION
OPERATING SAFETY
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual
and all safety signs before operating, servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
• Lower machine to ground, place all controls in
neutral, stop engine, set park brake, remove
ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop
before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
• Never exceed a safe travel speed when
transporting.
• Use hazard flashers when transporting.
• Remove sticks, stones, wire and other objects
from working area before starting.
• Install and secure all guards before operating.
• Do not point discharge at people, animals or
buildings. Objects from discharge can seriously
injure or kill.
• Keep hands, hair, feet and clothing away from
moving parts during operation.
• Stay at least 100 m (300 feet) away from
discharge when operating. Keep others away.
• Do not allow riders.
• Keep away from fan and kicker shaft when
engine is running.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children before starting.
• Wear appropriate hearing protection for
prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
The Wolverine Extreme Ditcher is used in the field
for the drainage of surface water by forming ditches,
waterways or for forming terraces. Before starting,
the operator has the responsibility of being familiar
with all operating and safety procedures and following them.
Each operator should review this section of the
manual at the start of the season and as often as
required to be familiar with the machine. When using, follow this procedure:
1. Review the Pre-Operation Checklist (Section
4.4) before starting.
2. Attach the tractor to the machine (see Section
4.7).
3. Before going to the field, review Section 4.9
Transporting.
4. Pull into the field and position the machine in a
level area.
5. Lower into working position.
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Fig. 13 FIELD
6. Starting:
a. Run the engine at low idle.
b. Slowly engage the PTO.
IMPORTANT
The input driveline is designed with 2 shear
bolts in the yoke just ahead of the gear box.
Fast engagement of the PTO clutch could
shear the bolts and require the operator to
stop and replace them.
c. Be sure to push the PTO clutch lever over
center to fully engage the PTO.
d. Slowly bring the throttle up to full.
e. Start moving slowly forward and lower the
machine into the ground.
Fig. 14
STARTING
Fig. 15
STOPPING
Fig. 16
CLUTCH LOCATION
7. Stopping:
a. Stop forward motion.
b. Raise the machine out of the ground.
c. Run until all material has moved through
the machine.
d. Slowly decrease engine speed.
e. Slowly disengage PTO clutch to allow the
fan to slow and stop.
8. Emergency Stopping:
Stop forward motion, disengage PTO clutch and
stop engine or just stop engine if an emergency
arises.
WARNING
Place all controls in neutral, lower
machine, stop engine, set park
brake and wait for all moving parts
to stop before dismounting.
9. Over-Running Clutch:
Each ditcher is designed with an over-running
clutch that allows the fan to continue to rotate if/
when power is removed. The clutch is located
at the front end of the second input shaft.
The over-running clutch automatically allows
the fan momentum to run down when power is
stopped.
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10. Machine Hazard Area:
Stay away from the sides of the machine when
it is running. The ditcher can throw objects 100
m (300 feet). Keep others away. The fan can
pick up stones, sticks, wire and other debris and
throw it out with enough force to severely injure
bystanders. Stay out of shaded area. Keep
others out.
Shut down machine and wait for moving parts
to stop before approaching machine.
Fig. 17
MACHINE HAZARD AREA
Fig. 18
FIELD
Fig. 19
GRADUAL TURN (Typical)
11. Ground Speed:
The machine works well when operated at 1 to
4 mph (1.6 to 6 kph) in most conditions. Raise
or lower the blade to control the load factor.
Use ground speed in conjunction with depth to
operate tractor at 80% to 90% load factor.
12. Turning Under Load:
The ditcher is designed and equipped with a
large, high-capacity driveline to provide an acceptable life in the expected operating conditions. Unfortunately a constant velocity (CV)
feature is not available for the high-capacity
driveline.
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This means that turns or corners under load
of more than 25° will substantially reduce the
expected life of the driveline. Any turns under
load of more than 25° require the driveline to
be turned off. Most of the applications involve
a gradual turn under load to follow the ground
contours for terracing or building ditches. Turn
the PTO off, make the sharp turn or corner and
straighten out before re-engaging the PTO.
13. Depth:
The operator controls the position and
depth of the cutting blade during operation.
Adjust or set the depth of the cutting blade in
combination with the travel speed to load the
tractor to 80-90% load factor. Increase the load
factor by increasing travel speed or increasing
the depth of the cut. Decrease the load factor
by raising the cutting blade or reducing travel
speed.
14. Ripper Fingers:
The ripper fingers are mounted on the cutting
blade to break up the hard soil into smaller
pieces and help direct it into the kicker shaft
components and into the fan. They are mounted
with plow bolts and can be removed to prevent
leaving ruts or to reduce tractive loading.
15. Kicker Shaft:
The ditcher is designed with a kicker shaft
positioned above the cutting blade to help break
up the material loosened by the cutting blade
and to move the material into the fan.
a. Paddles are mounted on the kicker shaft
brackets to push the material into the fan.
b. Fingers are mounted on the kicker shaft
brackets to both break up the material and
move it into the fan.
Both paddles and fingers are mounted at an
angle to convey the material toward the
centerline of the frame as it moves into the fan.
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b
f
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a - Cutting Blade, b - Ripper Fingers,
c - Kicker Shaft,
d - Outer Scraper Kicker Shaft Paddles,
e - Kicker Paddle, f - Kicker Shaft SIngle Finger
Fig. 20
DEPTH / CUTTING BLADE
16. Fan Gate:
The ditcher is designed with a moveable gate
with an opening that can be slid around the
outside of the fan to position the opening next
to the chutes. It is used to direct the flow left or
right.
Right Discharge
Left Discharge
Fig. 21 FAN GATE
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17. Chutes:
The machine is equipped with 2 chutes that
control the distance material is thrown from the
machine.
IMPORTANT
Use the "Gate" hydraulic circuit to move
chutes into the next configuration. The
hydraulic valve is designed to move
the chutes and then the gate with an
internal sequencing feature. Hold the
control until the circuit goes completely
through its cycle.
Right
NOTE
The chutes are of different lengths.
The top chute is "long" and the side
chute is "short".
Left
Left Terracing
Fig. 22 CHUTE POSITION
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18. Ditching:
Use the machine to form channels for draining
fields. It can be used in either wet or dry field
conditions. Ditching with water standing in the
field allows the operator to see the low spots
and drive accordingly.
Throw Left
Throw Right
Fig. 23 DITCHING
19. Replaceable Cutting Blades:
The machine is designed with a bolt-on cutting
blades that can be replaced when it is worn or
damaged. Be sure to tighten mounting bolts to
their specified torque when changing the cutting
edge.
a. Intake blade.
b. Right side.
c. Left side.
a
Intake Blade
b
Right Side
c
Left Side
Fig. 24 REPLACEABLE CUTTING BLADES
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20. Multiple Passes:
In situations that require the removal or moving
of a large quantity of soil for ditching, draining
or terracing, multiple passes are recommended.
Remove the soil a little at a time to form a smooth
contour on the sides of the channel. This will
allow other machinery to move over the channel
without interfering with operation or damaging
it. Use the chutes and direction to form terraces
or let the soil fly to distribute it evenly over the
adjacent field area.
Channel Building
Terrace Building
Chute Left
Chute Right
Fig. 25 MULTIPLE PASSES
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21. Terracing:
Set the chute(s) to place the soil material next
to the ditcher to build terraces/ditches. Make
multiple passes to build a berm of earth along
the contour of the land.
Use the chute hydraulic circuit to position the
chute in its down position while the gate is open
for the chute. Re-configure chute(s) and gate
when travelling in the opposite direction.
Terracing - Right Side
Terracing - Left Side
Throw Right
22. Hitch Clevis:
The hitch is designed with an adjustable clevis
can be used to adjust the angle of the cutting
blade. The clevis can be moved up or down
one position to change the angle of the blade.
It comes from the factory set in the middle
position.
Fig. 26 TERRACING
Fig. 27 HITCH CLEVIS
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23. Drive System Component Protection:
a. Shear Bolts (2013 and earlier):
The machine was designed with 2 shear
bolts in the input driveline yoke in front of
the gear box to protect against damage from
shock loads.
IMPORTANT
Increasing or decreasing PTO RPM rapidly
can break shear bolts. Change engine
speed slowly to decrease driveline loading.
Ditcher
NOTE
All shear bolts must be 3/8" x 2 1/4 " grade
8 to provide the required protection. A 2
1/4" bolt will have the shank of the bolt
at the shearing plane. A shorter bolt will
have threads at the shearing plane and not
provide protection.
Schematic - Shear Bolts (2013 & Earlier)
Always use a locknut or double nut on the
bolts to insure the required clamping force
is maintained across the shear plane in
the yoke. Always check the integrity of
the shear bolt holes when replacing bolts.
When holes are enlarged, replace yoke.
b. Slip Clutch (2014 and later):
A slip clutch is positioned in the input drive
system in front of the gearbox to protect
against damage from shock loads. It is
preset at the factory and does not require
servicing and cannot be adjusted.
Slip Clutch (2014 & Later)
Fig. 28 DRIVE SYSTEM COMPONENT PROTECTION
24. Auto Clutch:
The machine is designed with an overload
clutch drive only by the top sprocket of the chain
drive system turning the kicker shaft to protect
against damage from overloads. It is set at the
factory when new and is not serviceable. Stop
immediately when the auto clutch releases.
Determine the cause of the overload and correct
it before returning to work.
Field
Cover Off
Fig. 29 AUTO CLUTCH
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25. Intake Wear Components:
Both the kicker shaft and bottom and side cutting
blades can be changed when worn.
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a.
Cutting Blade:
This component on the front of the frame
cuts through soil and lifts it into the fan.
When the bevel on the leading edge wears
off replace the cutting blade.
b.
Rippers:
These components mount to the bottom
of the cutting blade and are used to break
up the hardpan and/or soil in front of the
machine. Remove when a smooth cut is
required. Replace when they have worn
down 25 mm (1 inch).
c.
Kicker Shaft:
This shaft extends across the front of the
fan intake area and is used to mount the
components that move material into the fan.
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c
a
g
d
b
e
e
b
b
f
e
g
a - Cutting Blade, b - Ripper Fingers,
c - Kicker Shaft,
d - Outer Scraper Kicker Shaft Paddles,
e - Kicker Paddle, f - Kicker Shaft SIngle Finger
g - Side Cutting Blades
Fig. 30 INTAKE WEAR COMPONENTS
d.
Outer Kicker Shaft Paddles:
The 2 outer kicker shaft paddles are dished
to sweep and clean the material from the
sides of the intake and move it to the center
into the fan. Replace paddles when they
have worn down 25 mm (1 inch).
e.
Kicker Shaft Paddles:
These components are used by the kicker
shaft to move the material toward the center
of the frame and into the fan. Replace when
they have worn down 25 mm (1 inch) and
no longer move the material as required.
f.
Kicker Shaft Fingers:
These components work with the paddles
to break up the soil and move it into the
fan. Replace when they have worn down
25 mm (1 inch) and are no longer effective
in breaking up the soil or moving it into the
fan.
g.
Side Cutting Blades:
The intake area is designed with a cutting
blade on each side to provide a clean cut
through the soil. Replace these blades
when they have worn down 25 mm (1 inch).
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26. Fan Paddle Wear Bars:
Each fan paddle is equipped with a replaceable
wear bar that wears rather than the paddle
frame. Replace the wear bar whenever the wear
pattern is affecting the machine performance
and the wear bar has run out of adjustment. Set
each wear bar to have a 3 mm (1/8 inch) clearance to the fan frame for the best performance.
Wear Bar
Clearance
Fig. 31 FAN PADDLE WEAR BARS
DANGER
PINCH POINT
Fan carries huge momentum.
Do not attempt to stop by hand.
D08
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27. Fan Housing Wear Liner:
The fan is designed with replaceable wear liners to protect the frame. It is the responsibility
of the customer to monitor the condition of the
wear liners and replace them before the wear
affects the frame.
a.
Fan Housing Liner.
The fan housing is designed with a 3 - piece
liner that allows for easy replacement.
Replace liner when the heads of the plow
bolts get shiny. When they get shiny, they
are starting to wear down. This can only
happen when the liners have worm away
to expose them to the fan.
3 - Piece Liner
Plow Bolts (Typical)
Fig. 32 FAN HOUSING LINER
b.
Gate Liner.
The gate forms the upper portion of the
fan housing and is also designed with a
replaceable liner attached with plow bolts.
Replace the liner when it has worn down
enough to shine the heads of the plow bolts.
Gate
Plow Bolts
Fig. 33 GATE LINER
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c. Chute Liners.
B o t h c h u t e s a r e d e s i g n e d w i t h
replaceable liners to prevent damage to the
chute frames. Replace when the heads on
the mounting hardware has worn off.
NOTE
The top chute is "long" and the side chute
is "short". Be sure to specify long or short
when ordering replacement liners.
Mounting Hardware (Typical)
Side Chute - Short
Top Chute - Long
Fig. 34 CHUTE WEAR LINERS (Typical)
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28. Chain Drive Oil Bath:
The kicker shaft chain drive is designed to
run in an oil bath to provide better lubrication
and longer life. Check the oil level weekly or
whenever a leak is noticed from the chain case.
Always maintain the idler tension spring at a
dimension of 150 mm (6 inches) to provide the
required chain tension.
a
b
a.
Level Plug.
b.
Drain Plug.
Oil Level
c.
Tension Spring.
c
DANGER
MISSING SHIELD HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Install and secure sheilds before operating.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from moving parts.
6"
(152 mm)
D05
Tension Spring
Fig. 35 KICKER SHAFT CHAIN DRIVE
29. Tilt Angle:
A tilt gauge is mounted on the front frame to
indicate to the operator the frame angle while
working. It will have a lot of motion as the machine moves across the working area but will
be an indicator.
Fig. 36 TILT GAUGE
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30. Operating Angle:
The ditcher is designed to operate at an angle
while ditching to match the application. Use the
rear wheel frames to set the frame angle.
a. Use the "lift" circuit to place the frame in the
middle of its height position.
NOTE
The "lift" circuit moves each wheel position
cylinder the same amount.
Level
b. Use the "tilt" circuit to raise or lower the left
wheel frame cylinder to set the angle of the
frame.
IMPORTANT
Always start with the frame in its mid-height
position before changing the frame angle.
Angled Left
c. Use the tilt gauge on the front frame as
a guide when monitoring the frame angle
during operation.
Angled Right
Fig. 37 OPERATING ANGLE
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31. Reverser / Unplugging:
Although the ditcher is designed with a large
capacity and heavy-duty components, it can be
overloaded or plugged. Generally the intake
area of the kicker shaft and associated compnents plug with dirt from overloading or if a large
object/obstruction is encountered. Follow these
typical steps depending on the conditions:
a.
Overloading:
Slow the travel speed or raise the cutting
blade to reduce the depth of the cut. Use
ground speed and depth to control the load
factor.
b.
Plugging:
Generally plugging occurs in the intake area
under the kicker shaft due to overloading or
encountering an obstruction. In most cases
the auto clutch will release and the kicker
shaft will stop turning. No material will be
moved into the fan.
Stop forward motion and back up to allow
fan to clear itself. If the fan does not clear
itself, stop the PTO. Use the reverser to
move material out of the intake area. Remove the obstruction (if required) before
resuming work.
Intake Area
Reverser - Not Engaged
c.
Reversing:
The machine is designed with a hydraulically powered reverser located on the left
end of the kicker shaft. Remain in the cab
and use the hydraulic controls to reverse
the kicker shaft system. When sufficient
material has been removed from the intake
area, engage the PTO, clear the intake area
and resume work.
Reverser - Engaged
Fig. 38 REVERSER / UNPLUGGING
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32. Safety Locks:
The ditcher is designed with 2 types of safety
locks that should be engaged when transporting
or servicing the machine. Always use the safety
locks when appropriate.
a.
Wheel Frame Locks:
Each wheel mounting frame is designed
with a lock bracket to hold the frame in its
up position. Raise the frame into its fully
up position to install or remove the lock
bracket anchor pins and retainers. Always
install the lock brackets before transporting
or working under the frame. Stow the lock
brackets under the frame when not in use.
Engaged
WARNING
Install frame lock before transporting
or working under frame to prevent
damage, serious injury or death. D06
Stowed
Fig. 39 WHEEL FRAME LOCKS
b.
Hood Lock:
The ditcher is designed with a large hood
that is hinged and covers the center gearboxes in the frame. A rubber latch on each
side holds the hood in its down position
during operation, transporting and storage.
The lift of the hood is assisted by a gas
cylinder toward the front of the hood. In
addition to the gas cylinder, a lock bracket
is designed to go over the cylinder rod to
hold the hood in its up position. Always
engage the lock whenever the hood is in
its up position.
Engaged
WARNING
Install lock bracket around air cylinder
rod before working under center guard to
prevent serious injury or death.
D07
Stowed
Fig. 40 HOOD LOCK
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33. Operating Hints:
a. The machine can be used in standing water.
The water will be moved along with the mud
and soil.
Fig. 41
STANDING WATER
Fig. 42
MACHINE HAZARD AREA
Fig. 43
MULTIPLE PASSES
b. Stones up to 5 inches (125 mm) or so can
be handled by the machine. Just be sure
that buildings, animals or people are not in
the discharge path. It is recommended that
larger stones be removed before starting if
they are in the working area.
c. To form a drainage system that will allow
other equipment to travel across the ditch
without damaging the machines, it is recommended that more than one pass be
made to make a wide channel. If it needs
to be deeper, make another pass down the
center.
d. Set the ground speed and machine depth
to give an 80% load factor on the engine
for normal operating conditions. Using a
tractor equipped with a CVT or IVT
transmission with Power Sense provides
the best performance in the field.
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e. Use the fan gate to direct the material to
the left and right as required for ditching or
building terraces. Use the chutes to control
the distance the material is moved.
Chute Right
Chute Left
Fig. 44
MATERIAL FLOW
Fig. 45
GPS / RTK MOUNTING BRACKET
f. The ditcher is designed with a bracket on
the frame to mount a GPS / RTK receiver
for controlling the depth of cut that is being taken. Combining a GPS / RTK with a
tractor with a CVT or IVT transmission will
provide the optimum field performance.
g. Do not operate ditcher where there is a
chance of buried utilities. Check with local
authorities on location of utilities before
ditching.
CALL BEFORE
YOU DIG
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D09
4.9
TRANSPORTING
TRANSPORT SAFETY
•
Make sure you are in compliance with all
local regulations regarding transporting
equipment on public roads and highways.
•
Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle)
emblem and all the lights and reflectors that
are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean and
can be seen clearly by all overtaking and
oncoming traffic.
When transporting the machine, review and follow
these instructions:
•
Do not allow anyone to ride on the Ditcher or
tractor during transport.
•
Do not exceed 32 km/h (20 mph). Reduce
speed on rough roads and surfaces.
•
Install transport locks before transporting.
•
Always use hazard flashers on the tractor
when transporting unless prohibited by law.
Table 2 Speed vs Weight Ratio
1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine.
2. Be sure the fan drive is disengaged and has
stopped turning.
3. Be sure that the machine is securely attached
to the tractor and a retainer pin and safety chain
are installed.
4. Raise the machine, install the transport lock and
secure.
Road Speed
Weight of fully equipped
or loaded implement(s)
relative to weight of
towing machine
Up to 32 km/h
(20 mph)
1 to 1, or less
Up to 16 km/h
(10 mph)
2 to 1, or less
Do not tow
More than 2 to 1
5. Clean the SMV emblem, reflectors and lights
and make sure they are working.
6. Be sure you are in compliance with all applicable lighting and marking regulations when
transporting. Check with your local authorities.
7. Keep to the right and yield the right-of-way to
allow faster traffic to pass. Drive on the road
should if permitted by law.
8. Do not allow riders.
9. Always use hazard flashers on the tractor when
transporting unless prohibited by law.
10.Never transport the machine faster than 20
mph (32 km/h). The ratio of the tractor weight
to the Ditcher weight plays an important role
in defining acceptable travel speed. Table 1
summarizes the recommended travel speed to
weight ratio.
Fig. 46
WHEEL FRAME TRANSPORT LOCKS
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4.10
STORAGE
STORAGE SAFETY
•
Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
•
Do not permit children to play on or around
the stored machine.
•
Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support
the frame with planks if required.
After the season's use, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair
or replace any worn or damaged components to
prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of
next season. To insure a long, trouble free life, this
procedure should be followed when preparing the
unit for storage:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
12.Store machine in an area away from human
activity.
2. Thoroughly wash the entire machine using a
pressure washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris
or residue.
13.Do not allow children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Inspect the paddles and fan for damage or entangled material. Repair or replace damaged
parts. Remove all entangled material.
14.Block the fan so unauthorized personnel
(children) don't play with it and turn fan.
4. Inspect all hydraulic hoses, lines, couplers, and
fittings. Tighten any loose fittings. Replace
any hose that is badly cut, nicked, abraded or
is separating from the crimped end of a fitting.
5. Lubricate all grease fittings.
6. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent
rusting.
7. Move to storage area.
8. Select an area that is dry, level and free of debris.
9. Unhook from tractor (See Section 4.6).
10.Place blocks under the stands and tire if required.
11. If the machine cannot be placed inside, cover
with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie securely in
place.
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Fig. 47 STORED
5
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
•
Follow ALL the operating, maintenance and
safety information in the manual.
•
Support the machine with blocks or safety
stands when changing tires or working beneath it.
•
Follow good shop practices:
-
-
-
Keep service area clean and dry.
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
•
Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient
capacity for the job.
•
Never work on paddles, fan or under the
machine unless the tractor engine is off, the
ignition key removed and frame safety locks
are installed.
•
Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when maintenance work is
completed.
•
Never wear ill-fitting, baggy or frayed clothing when working around or on any of the
drive system components.
•
Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure all lines, fittings and couplers
are tight and in good condition.
5.1
SERVICE
5.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1. Grease:
Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature
grease with extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also acceptable is an SAE multipurpose
lithium base grease.
2. Gearbox Oil:
Use an SAE 85W90, synthetic or equivalent
gear oil for all operating conditions.
Capacity: 11.0 liter (11.7 US qt).
3. Chain Drive Oil Bath:
Use an SAE 85W90 gear oil for all operating
conditions.
Capacity: 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt).
4. Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only
if clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers to handle all lubricants. Store them in an
area protected from dust, moisture and other
contaminants.
5.1.2GREASING
Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a
record of all scheduled maintenance.
1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
•
Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or disconnecting from tractor.
2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before
greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
•
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from all moving and/or rotating parts.
3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.
•
Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when carrying out any maintenance
and repairs or making any adjustments.
4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean
thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway.
Replace fitting if necessary.
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5.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS
The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may
require more frequent lubrication or oil changes.
8 - 10 Hours or Daily
1. Grease the wheel frame pivot bushings until
grease comes out of the ends (4 locations).
Fig. 48
46
WHEEL FRAME PIVOT BUSHINGS
DRIVE SHAFT
LUBRICATING PROCEDURE
50 Hours
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
TELESCOPING MEMBERS
CROSS & BEARINGS
CROSS & BEARINGS
1. Grease the PTO driveline (5 locations).
GUARD BUSHINGS
Schematic
LUBRICATE ALL FITTINGS WITH A GOOD QUALITY LITHIUM SOAP COMPATIBLE E.P. GREASE MEETING THE N.L.G.I. #2 SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTAINING NO MORE
THAN 1% MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE.
AN E.P. GREASE MEETING THE N.L.G.I. #2 SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTAINING 3% MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED IN THE TELESCOPING
MEMBERS ONLY.
STANDARD
EXTENDED LUBE
LEVER
LOCATION
INTERVAL
INTERVAL
ACTION PUMPS
CROSS & BEARINGS
*8 HRS.
50 HRS.
5
TELESCOPING MEMBERS
8 HRS.
50 HRS.
8-10
& NON-ROTATING GUARD BUSHINGS (1000 RPM MAX.)
8 HRS.
50 HRS.
5
*CONSTANT ANGLE APPLICATIONS MAY REQUIRE A LUBE INTERVAL OF 4 HOURS
ROTATING GUARD BUSHINGS SHOULD BE LUBRICATED UPON REPLACEMENT
CAUTION!! REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE NOT LUBRICATED
REPLACEMENT PARTS MUST BE LUBRICATED AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY AND DURING USE PER THE LUBE RECOMMENDATIONS
UNCONTROLLED DOCUMENT
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E-mail: [email protected]
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56-15144-06
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Tel: +36 (0)76 500 410, Fax: +36 (0)76 500 415
E-mail: [email protected]
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Driveline
Fig. 49
DRIVELINE
2. Grease drivetrain universals (2 locations each
shaft segment).
a. First shaft.
First Shaft
b. Next to jack shaft.
Next to Jack Shaft
c. Next to gearbox.
Next to Gearbox
Fig. 50 DRIVETRAIN UNIVERSALS
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3. Check the oil level in the chain case oil bath
gearbox.
Fig. 51 CHAIN CASE LEVEL PLUG
4. Check fan paddle wear bar clearance to fan
housing. It should be 3 mm (1/8 inch). Adjust
as required.
DANGER
PINCH POINT
Fig. 52 FAN PADDLE WEAR BAR
Fan carries huge momentum.
Do not attempt to stop by hand.
D08
5. Grease wheel position cylinder bushings
(4 locations).
Fig. 53 CYLINDER BUSHINGS
6. Grease over-running clutch.
NOTE
Rotate driveline as required to move
zerk pointing downward for access.
Fig. 54 OVER-RUNNING CLUTCH
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7. Grease coupler between gearboxes with 10
shots of grease or until grease comes out.
Fig. 55 COUPLER
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75 Hours
1. Grease front and rear fan bearings with 4 shots
of grease (2 locations).
Front
Rear
Fig. 56
FAN BEARINGS
2. Grease kicker shaft bearings with 4 shots of
grease (2 locations).
DANGER
Right
PINCH POINT
Fan carries huge momentum.
Do not attempt to stop by hand.
D08
Left
Fig. 57
50
KICKER SHAFT BEARINGS
100 Hours
1. Grease drivetrain jackshaft bearing (4 locations).
Front
DANGER
MISSING SHIELD HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Install and secure sheilds before operating.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from moving parts.
D05
Rear
Fig. 58
JACKSHAFT BEARINGS
2. Check gearbox oil level. Oil level should be
halfway up box.
a. Oil level should fill threads in level plug.
b. Oil level should be 1 inch (25 mm) below
level plug. Use a flashlight to check through
fill plug/breather on top of box.
b
a
Fig. 59 GEARBOX OIL LEVEL PLUG (Typical)
3. Check tension of kicker shaft drive chain. Tension spring should be 6 inches (152 mm).
6"
(152 mm)
Fig. 60 CHAIN TENSIONER
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200 or 400 Hours
1. Wear components must be maintained in good
condition.
c
a. Replace wear components every 200 hours
when operating in abrasive soil conditions
or when worn down 25 mm (1 inch).
b. Replace every 400 hours in normal soil
conditions or when worn down 25 mm (1
inch).
d
e
g
f
a
g
b
a - Cutting Blade, b - Ripper Fingers,
c - Kicker Shaft,
d - Outer Scraper Kicker Shaft Paddles,
e - Kicker Paddle, f - Kicker Shaft SIngle Finger
g - Side Cutting Blades
400 Hours or Annually
Fig. 61 INTAKE WEAR COMPONENTS
1. Change oil in chain drive oil bath gearbox.
b
a
a - Drain Plug, b - Level Plug
Fig. 62 CHAIN DRIVE GEARBOX
2. Change oil in gearboxes.
Fig. 63 GEARBOXES
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3. Wash and clean machine.
Fig. 64 MACHINE
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5.1.4 SERVICE RECORD
See Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record.
Action Code:
CL Clean
CK Check
Hours
Maintenance
Serviced by
8-10 Hours or Daily
G Wheel Frame Pivot
Bushings (3 locations)
50 Hours
G PTO Driveline (5 locations)
G Drivetrain Universals
(2 locations each)
CK Chain Cse Oil Bath
Gearbox
CK Fan Paddle Wear Bar
Clearance
G Wheel Position Cylinder
Bushings (4 locations)
G Over-Running Clutch
G Coupler between
Gearboxes
75 Hours
G Front & Rear Fan Bearing
(2 locations)
G Kicker Shaft Bearings
(2 locations)
G
100 Hours
Drivetrain Jackshaft
Bearings (4 locations)
CK Gearbox Oil Levels
CK Kicker Shaft Chain Tension
200 or 400 Hours
R Wear Components
400 Hours or Annually
CH Chain Drive Oil Bath
Gearbox Oil
CH Gearbox Oil
CL Machine
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G Grease
CH Change
5.2
MAINTENANCE
By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years
of trouble-free service.
5.2.1 ROLLER CHAIN MAINTENANCE
The machine is designed with a roller chain
in the kicker shaft drive system that transmits
rotational power from the gearbox to the kicker shaft.
The tension should be checked on a weekly basis
to keep in good working order. To maintain roller
chain, follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
6"
(152 mm)
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
Tension Spring
3. Remove chain case inspection cover.
4. Keep tension spring at 150 mm (6 inches) to
keep chain properly tensioned.
5. Replace chain by:
a. Release chain tension and place in loosest
position.
b. Remove chain case cover from machine.
c. Remove old chain.
d. Replace with genuine Dynamic DItchers
parts.
e. Attach connecting link.
f. Set chain tension.
g. Reinstall chain case cover using silicon
sealant.
h. Check and set tension at 1, 10 and 50 hours.
Idler
Cover Removed
Fig. 65
ROLLER CHAIN
DANGER
MISSING SHIELD HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Install and secure sheilds before operating.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from moving parts.
D05
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5.2.2 SHEAR BOLTS (DRIVELINE)
Shear bolts are provided at the yoke to the gear
box to protect the drive system during an overload.
To change the shear bolts, follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
3. Disconnect driveline if the shaft can't be turned
by hand.
Safety Lock
4. Unlatch and raise hood.
5. Engage safety lock.
6. Turn PTO shaft by hand to locate and align the
shear bolt holes.
7. Carefully remove remaining shear bolt ends
if required using a hammer and drift if necessary. Be careful not to enlarge the holes.
IMPORTANT
Driveline - Shear Bolts
Inspect shear bolt mounting components
to verify that the holes are not enlarged. If
deformed in any way, replace yoke.
8. Install the new shear bolts and tighten to their
specified torque..
IMPORTANT
All shear bolts must be 3/8" x 2 1/4 " grade
8 to provide the required protection. A 2
1/4" bolt will have the shank of the bolt
at the shearing plane. A shorter bolt will
have threads at the shearing plane and not
provide adequate protection.
Always use a locknut or double nut on
the bolts to insure the required clamping force is maintained across the shear
plane in the yoke. Always check the
integrity of the shear bolt holes when replacing bolts. When holes are enlarged,
replace yoke.
9. Release safety lock, lower hood and secure
with rubber latches.
10. Reconnect driveline.
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Schematic - Shear Bolts (2013 & Earlier)
Slip Clutch (2014 & Later)
Fig. 66 DRIVE SYSTEM COMPONENT PROTECTION
NOTE
The slip clutch is positioned in the input drive
system in front of the gearbox to protect
against damage from shock loads. It is preset
at the factory and does not require servicing
and cannot be adjusted.
5.2.3GEARBOXES
The machine is designed with 2 gearboxes that provide power to the fan and kicker shaft drive chain.
Check the oil level on a weekly basis and clean the
breather when the oil is changed. When maintaining
the gearbox, follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
Safety Lock
3. Unlatch and raise hood. Engage safety lock.
4. Check Oil Level:
a. Remove the level plug from the gearbox
when the machine is cold or remove fill/
breather plug and use a flashlight to look
inside.
b. The oil should just fill the threads of the level
plug.
c. Add oil through the fill/breather plug as
required.
d. Install and tighten fill/breather plug.
Level Plug (Typical)
5. Changing Oil:
a. Use a suction pump to remove the oil from
each gearbox.
b. Remove the fill/breather and level plugs.
c. Fill with 11 liters (11.7 US qt) of 85W90,
synthetic or equivalent gear oil.
Fig. 67 GEARBOXES
d. Use level plug to be sure oil is at correct
level or look in the top.
b. Check that the vent passage through the
plug is open.
e. Install and tighten fill/breather and level
plugs.
c. Soak in a solvent if plugged.
d. Use a high-pressure air hose to blow the
passage open. Use a probe to clear the
passage if the hole is caked with dirt.
e. Install and tighten the breather plug.
f.
Dispose of used oil in an environmentally
safe manner.
6. Cleaning Breather:
Each gear box is equipped with a breather in
the fill plug to equalize the internal pressure to
the atmosphere and prevent leaks. Clean the
breather when the oil is changed.
Fill / Breather Plugs
a. Remove the fill plug/breather.
IMPORTANT
Always clean the breather if any
leaks are noticed around the
shafts.
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5.2.4 FAN PADDLE CLEARANCE
The fan is designed with adjustable wear bars on the
end of the paddles that can be moved to maintain
the proper clearance between the paddles and the
frame. The best performance is obtained when the
clearance gap is set and maintained at 3 mm (1/8
inch). Check weekly or when power requirements
increase. To check or adjust the wear bars, follow
this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
Fig. 68 FAN PADDLE WEAR BARS
3. Loosen anchor bolts or wear bar.
4. Slide or tap wear bar into desired position.
5. Tighten anchor bolts to their specified torque.
DANGER
6. Manually turn the fan through 360° (paddle
moves upward) and check for interference.
7. If contact is heard, move bar back slightly. Turn
again.
8. Repeat with other paddles.
9. Tighten all fasteners to their specified torque.
PINCH POINT
Fan carries huge momentum.
Do not attempt to stop by hand.
D08
NOTE
When the bar wears so much
it can no longer provide 3 mm
(1/8 inch) clearance, it should be
replaced with genuine Dynamic
Ditchers parts.
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5.2.5 INTAKE WEAR COMPONENTS
The kicker shaft and intake are designed with
replaceable components to allow the operator to
change them when they wear. To install or change
the components, follow this procedure:
f
e
c
1. Raise the frame fully up and install the frame
safety locks.
a
2. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
3. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
4. Remove the plow bolts from the ripper fingers,
cutting blade or side bars to replace.
NOTE
Replace a wear component when
it has worn 25 mm (1 inch) from
when new.
g
d
f
d
b
a - Cutting Blade, b - Ripper Fingers,
c - Kicker Shaft,
d - Outer Scraper Kicker Shaft Paddles,
e - Kicker Paddle, f - Kicker Shaft SIngle Finger,
g - Side Cutting Blades
Fig. 69 WEAR COMPONENTS
5. Remove kicker shaft fingers or paddles and
replace.
6. Install mounting or plow bolts and tighten to their
specified torque.
5.2.6
PTO SAFETY SHIELD
It is important that the shield components rotate
freely over the PTO shaft. Lubricating both the
shield bearings and also periodic cleaning will ensure safe operation of the rotating shields.
1. Press the cone down and release the collar
catches with a screw driver.
2. Spread the collar bearing and remove from the
tube. Clean the collar and the yoke bearing
groove. After cleaning thoroughly, apply a good
coat of grease to the bearing groove.
3. Fit the collar bearing into the groove and the
tube ensuring that the collar catches are centered over the matching holes. The tube and
bearing must rotate freely in the bearing groove.
4. Fasten the cone by lining up the cone grease
fitting over the grease filing hole on the collar
bearing. Make sure that all catches are fastened
and that the shield turns freely over the shaft.
Fig. 70 PTO SAFETY SHIELD PARTS
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5.2.7 FAN FRAME WEAR
COMPONENTS
All ditcher components that contact the soil are
subjected to wear as soil material moves through
the machine starting with the kicker shaft, cutting
blade, fan and then the fan frame itself. Inspect
the machine on a regular basis and replace wear
components when wear surface is less than 3 mm
(1/8 inch) thick. All wear component replacement
is done the same way. Follow this procedure when
replacing wear components:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
Top Chute - Long
2. Use chute hydraulic circuit to configure the
chute(s) or gate into the required position.
3. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before dismounting.
4. Install frame safety locks.
5. Remove fasteners securing wear components
to frame.
NOTE
All the fan wear components and
cutting blades (bottom and sides)
are secured with plow bolts.
When components wear down so
the head of the plow bolt starts to
wear and become shiny, replace
wear component.
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Side Chute - Short
Fig. 71 CHUTES
6. Remove worn components and replace with
genuine Dynamic Ditchers parts.
7. Tighten fasteners to their specified torque.
8. Repeat with next wear component.
NOTE
All the fan wear components and
cutting blades (bottom and sides)
are secured with plow bolts.
When components wear down so
the head of the plow bolt starts to
wear and become shiny, replace
wear component.
Lower Fan Wear Liner
Lower Frame Mounting Bolts (Typical)
Gate
Fig. 72 FAN FRAME WEAR COMPONENTS
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6
TROUBLE SHOOTING
The Dynamic Ditchers Wolverine Extreme Ditcher uses paddles on a fan to displace soil and form a drainage ditch or berm. It is a simple system that requires minimal maintenance.
In the following Trouble Shooting section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions that
can help you to solve the problems that you might encounter.
If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shooting section, please call your local Dyamic DItchers dealer or distributor. Before you call, please have this Operator's
Manual and the serial number of your machine at hand.
PROBLEMCAUSESOLUTION
Fan doesn't turn.
Shear bolt broken.
Replace shear bolt.
Failed PTO clutch. Have tractor checked by your
local dealer.
Obstacle in fan.Remove obstruction.
Machine vibrates.
Fan out-of-balance.
Replace damaged or broken
rotor paddles.
Driveline doesn't telescope.Remove, disassemble and
clean telescoping joint.
Chute doesn't move.
Hoses not connected.
Connect hydraulic hoses.
Shear bolt(s) fails.
Overloaded
Obstructions in field.
Remove obstructions.
Slow down or raise machine
slightly.
Requires high power level.
Fan paddle clearance too high.
Adjust fan paddle clearance
to 3 mm (1/8 inch).
High wear on kicker shaft and
Replace wear components:
cutting blade components.
Cutting blade, ripper fingers
and kicker shaft paddles and
fingers.
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7
SPECIFICATIONS
7.1
MECHANICAL
Weight
Overall Length
Overall Width
Overall Height
Standard Tire Option
9500 lbs (4318 kg)
264 inch (6706 mm)
106 inch (2692 mm)
103 inch (2616 mm)
Big Turf Tire Option
9550 lbs (4318 kg)
265 inch (6731 mm)
110 inch (2794 mm)
104 inch (2642 mm)
IMPORTANT
A maximum turning radius under
load of 25° in either direction is
recommended.
Fig. 73 MACHINE TOP VIEW
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
7.2 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE
Tightening Flare Type Tube Fittings *
1. Check flare and flare seat for defects
that might cause leakage.
2. Align tube with fitting before tightening.
3. Lubricate connection and hand
tighten swivel nut until snug.
4. To prevent twisting the tube(s), use
two wrenches. Place one wrench
on the connector body and with the
second tighten the swivel nut to the
torque shown.
Tube
Nut Size
Torque
Recommended
Size
Across
Value•
Turns To Tighten
OD
Flats
(After Finger
Tightening)
(in.)
(in.)
(N.m)(lb-ft)
(Flats) (Turn)
3/167/1686
1/4 9/16 129
5/16 5/816
12
3/8 11/16 2418
1/2 7/8 4634
5/8
1 6246
3/4 1-1/4 10275
7/8 1-3/8 12290
11/6
1 1/6
11/6
1 1/6
1 1/6
1 1/6
3/4 1/8
3/4 1/8
• The torque values shown are based
on lubricated connections as in
reassembly.
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7.3
BOLT TORQUE
CHECKING BOLT TORQUE
The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to
the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt
torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.
ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Bolt
Diameter SAE 2
"A"
N.m (lb-ft)
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
8
13
27
41
61
95
128
225
230
345
(6)
(10)
(20)
(30)
(45)
(70)
(95)
(165)
(170)
(225)
Bolt Torque *
SAE 5
N.m (lb-ft)
12
25
45
72
110
155
215
390
570
850
(9)
(19)
(33)
(53)
(80)
(115)
(160)
(290)
(420)
(630)
SAE 8
N.m (lb-ft)
17
36
63
100
155
220
305
540
880
1320
(12)
(27)
(45)
(75)
(115)
(165)
(220)
(400)
(650)
(970)
METRIC TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Bolt Torque*
Bolt
10.9
8.8
Diameter
(N.m) (lb-ft) (N.m) (lb-ft)
"A"
M3
M4
M5
M6
M8
M10
M12
M14
M16
M20
M24
M30
M36
.5
3
6
10
25
50
90
140
225
435
750
1495
2600
.4
2.2
4
7
18
37
66
103
166
321
553
1103
1917
1.8
4.5
9
15
35
70
125
200
310
610
1050
2100
3675
1.3
3.3
7
11
26
52
92
148
229
450
774
1550
2710
Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise
specified. Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual.
When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.
* Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings.
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8
PARTS
Ref. #
1
Part #
Description
1
90311-13K Shear Bolt with Lock Nut
(package of 10 - 5 sets)
1
90825-13K Kicker Shaft Drive Chain
with Master Link
2
90107-13K 100 Chain Idler Roller
1
31050-13K Cutting Blade (mid)
2
31150-13K Cutting Blade (outer) x2
3
32050-13K 2013 Ripper Finger
4
27020-13K 2013 Kicker Paddle
5
27021-13K 2013 Kicker Scraper
Paddle
1
Fig. 74 SHEAR BOLTS
1
2
Fig. 75 DRIVE CHAIN
4
4
1
7
5
3
3
6
2
Fig. 76 INTAKE WEAR COMPONENTS
8
6
7
8
27410-13K 2013 Kicker Single Finger
34150-13K 2013 Right Side Cutting
Blade
34050-13K Left Side Cutting Blade
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1
Ref. #
Part #
Description
1
41200-13K Fan Paddle Wear Edge
2
41000-13K Fan Paddle Assembly with
Wear Edge
1
37001-13K Fan Liner 1 (Closest to
bottom opening)
2
Fig. 77 PADDLE WEAR COMPONENTS
3
2
2
1
37002-13K Fan Liner 2 (Middle)
3
37003-13K Fan Liner 3 (Closest to
Top Opening)
1
37004-13K Gate Liner
Fig. 78 FAN WEAR COMPONENTS
1
Fig. 79 GATE LINER
66
Ref. #
1
Part #
Description
1
24008-13K Side Chute Liner (Short
Chute)
2
25003-13K Top Chute Liner (Long
Chute)
Side Chute - Short
2
Top Chute - Long
Fig. 80 CHUTE WEAR LINERS (Typical)
67
Ref. #
1
Part #
Description
90330-13K Front PTO Assembly
(Standard for all pre-2014)
90340-14K (Used on 2014 prior
to and including serial
number TW302050190)
1
90370-14K (Used for 2014 with
and after serial number
TW302050224)
Front PTO Assembly
2
90320-13K Middle PTO Assembly
(Standard for all pre-2014)
90350-14K (Used on 2014 prior
to and including serial
number TW302050190)
2
90380-14K (Used on 2014 with
and after serial number
TW302050224
Middle PTO Assembly
3
90310-13K Rear PTO Assembly
(Standard for all pre-2014)
90360-14K (Used on 2014 prior
to and including serial
number TW302050190)
90390-14K (Used for 2014 with
and after serial number
TW302050224)
3
Rear PTO Assembly - 2013 & Earlier
4
90351-13K PTO Cross Kit
(Standard for all pre-2014)
90342-14K PTO Cross Kit
(Standard for all 2014 and
later)
4
Rear PTO Assembly - 2014 & Later
Fig. 81 DRIVELINES
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5
Ref. #
1
Part #
Description
90503-13K Mid Jackshaft Bearing
(Pre-2014)
90513-14K (Used in 2014 & later)
2
90505-13K Front Jackshaft Bearing
(Pre-2014)
90515-14K (Used in 2014 & later)
3
Front
90804-13K Jackshaft (Mid and Front)
(Pre-2014)
90814-14K (Used in 2014 & later)
1
4
90507-13K Jackshaft Bearing Adapter
Sleeve (standard for all
bearings pre 2014 and not
required on 2014 & later)
5
20005-13K Rubber PTO Guard
3
Mid
2
4
Rear
Fig. 82
JACKSHAFT BEARINGS
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INDEX
I
PAGE
Introduction........................................................1
O
Operation.........................................................15
Attaching/Unhooking..................................21
Break-In......................................................18
Equipment Matching...................................19
Field Operation...........................................24
Hydraulic Circuits.......................................20
Machine Components................................16
Pre-Operation Checklist.............................18
Storage.......................................................44
To the New Operator or Owner...................15
Transporting...............................................43
P
Parts................................................................65
S
PAGE
Safety...............................................................2
General Safety...........................................3
Hydraulic Safety.........................................8
Maintenance Safety...................................7
Operating Safety........................................5
Operating Hazard Area..............................6
Preparation................................................7
Safety Signs...............................................4
Safety Training...........................................4
Sign-Off Form..........................................10
Storage Safety...........................................9
Transport Safety.........................................9
Safety Sign Locations..................................... 11
Service and Maintenance...............................45
Maintenance............................................55
Fan Frame Wear Clearance.................60
Fan Paddle Clearance..........................58
Gearboxes............................................57
Intake Wear Components.....................59
PTO Safety Shield................................59
Roller Chain Maintenance....................55
Shear Bolts...........................................56
Service.....................................................45
Fluids and Lubricants...........................45
Greasing...............................................45
Service Record.....................................54
Servicing Intervals................................46
Specifications.................................................63
Bolt Torque...............................................64
Hydraulic Fitting Torque...........................63
Mechanical...............................................63
T
Trouble Shooting............................................62
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DYNAMIC DITCHERS INC.
P.O. Box 299
Dugald, Manitoba
Canada R0E 0K0
Phone: 204-853-2075
Fax: 204-853-2076
PRINTED IN CANADA
ISSUE DATE: JUNE 2014
PART NUMBER: OP01-2013