Ditch-witch JT60AT User Manual

JT60/JT60 All TerrainOperator’s Manual053-2547CMW®Issue 2.0Original Instruction

Foreword - 8 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualJT60/All Terrain(Tier 4i)Operator’s ManualIssue number 2.0/OM-02/14Part number 053-2547Copyright 2

Conduct a Bore - 100 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAssemble Drill StringAttach Transition SubUse either machine torque or Hydratong wrenches

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 101Assemble Drill StringConnect Drill Pipe1. Start drilling unit engine.2. Align transition s

Conduct a Bore - 102 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrill First PipeDrill First PipeJT Mode/AT Dirt Mode1. Turn on drilling fluid.2. Visually

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 103Swab the HoleSwab the Hole 1. Move carriage forward until wrench springs are fully compres

Conduct a Bore - 104 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAdd PipeAdd Pipe1. Press drilling unit throttle switch until engine is at full throttle.2.

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 105Add Pipe5. Connect pipe to SaverLok. 6. Connect new pipe. 7. Press and hold quick fill flu

Conduct a Bore - 106 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCorrect DirectionCorrect DirectionCorrecting direction is a skill operators gain with expe

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 107Correct DirectionProcedure1. Locate drill head. Take readings available with your beacon a

Conduct a Bore - 108 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualUse AutoCarveUse AutoCarve AutoCarve helps the operator change direction when thrust stall

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 109Use AutoCarveOperation 1. Position downhole tool for carving. Rotate the toolhead to the d

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Safety - 11CMW®SafetyChapter ContentsGuidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conduct a Bore - 110 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRecord Bore PathRecord Bore PathLocate drill head every half-length of pipe. As the job is

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 111Surface Drill Head1. Guide drill head to target pit or up through surface. Make all bends

Conduct a Bore - 112 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualBackreamBackreamSometimes it is necessary to enlarge the pilot hole to accommodate larger

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 113Backream 1. Select backreaming devices. See “Backreamers” on page 138.2. Determine fluid r

Conduct a Bore - 114 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRemove PipeRemove Pipe1. Enable automated pipeloader system (automated pipeloader control

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 115Remove Pipe6. Break rear joint:7. Ensure shuttle stop is positioned correctly. 8. Load pip

Conduct a Bore - 116 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRemove Pullback DeviceRemove Pullback DeviceThe pullback device can be removed when the la

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 117Systems and EquipmentChapter ContentsAnchor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Systems and Equipment - 118 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDownhole Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136• Nozzles

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 119Anchor SystemAnchor SystemThree methods for anchoring this unit are available: anch

Safety - 12 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualGuidelinesCMW®GuidelinesFollow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:• Complete p

Systems and Equipment - 120 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAnchor SystemAnchorsSelect AnchorTwo anchor types are available. Choose the correct

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 121Anchor SystemDrive Anchors (Soil) 1. Raise anchor shaft to top of anchor frame.2

Systems and Equipment - 122 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAnchor Systemj40in001w.eps21Alternate Anchoring Use tie-off points on machine (sho

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 123Electric Strike SystemElectric Strike SystemAny time you drill in an electric jobsi

Systems and Equipment - 124 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualElectric Strike SystemAssemble Voltage Detector1. Drive voltage stake into ground a

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 125Electric Strike SystemTroubleshoot Strike SystemWhen strike system detects a proble

Systems and Equipment - 126 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualElectric Strike SystemUse Electric Strike SimulatorUse the Electric Strike Simulato

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 127Electric Strike SystemVoltage Test1. Place voltage limiter on something insulated f

Systems and Equipment - 128 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrilling FluidDrilling FluidFor productive drilling and equipment protections, use

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 129Drilling FluidBentoniteBentonite is a dry powder. When properly mixed with water, i

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Safety - 13Emergency ProceduresCMW®Emergency Procedures Before operating any equipment, review emergency proce

Systems and Equipment - 130 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrilling FluidBasic Fluid RecipesSoil type Mixture/100 gal (378 L) of water Notesfi

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 131Drilling FluidDrilling Fluid Requirements1. Determine drilling conditions and choos

Systems and Equipment - 132 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrilling FluidFunnel ViscosityViscosity is the measure of internal resistance of a

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 133Tracker ControlTracker ControlOverviewThis mode allows the Ditch Witch Tracker oper

Systems and Equipment - 134 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualTracker ControlOperationEnable Thrust and Rotation1. Start drilling unit.2. Ensure

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 135Tracker ControlDisable Thrust and Rotation1. When drill head enters target pit or e

Systems and Equipment - 136 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDownhole ToolsDownhole ToolsNozzlesNozzles control fluid flow from the pipe to the

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 137Downhole ToolsInstallationRemove all paint from mating surfaces before attaching an

Systems and Equipment - 138 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDownhole ToolsBackreamersA backreamer enlarges the hole as pipe is pulled back thro

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 139Downhole ToolsBackream Fluid RequirementsBackreaming is only successful when enough

Safety - 14 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMW®If an Electric Line is DamagedIf you suspect an electric line has been dama

Systems and Equipment - 140 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDownhole ToolsBackream Fluid RequirementsBackreamer/product diameterGal/ft L/m Back

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 141Hydratong WrenchesHydratong WrenchesTo attach or remove downhole tools, use the Hyd

Systems and Equipment - 142 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualHydratong Wrenches4. To join, scribe straight line across joint on both sides of se

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 143Drill PipeDrill PipePerform Regular Drill Pipe CarePrecondition New PipeRepeat this

Systems and Equipment - 144 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrill PipeUse Caps and PlugsBefore transporting in dusty conditions or prolonged st

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 145Drill PipeUse Drill Pipe CorrectlyAlign the JointsAlways carefully align the male a

Systems and Equipment - 146 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualDrill PipeMake Up and Break Out Joints CorrectlyThis consists of two steps:• Make u

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 147Pipe BoxesPipe BoxesRemove/Install Pipe BoxPosition Lift Pin BlockThe pipe box has

Systems and Equipment - 148 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPipe BoxesRemove Pipe Box1. Insert lift pin block (2) (see page 147) and secure wit

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 149Pipe BoxesAdd/Remove Single Pipe to Pipe BoxLoad a single drill pipe or up to a who

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Safety - 15Emergency ProceduresCMW®If a Gas Line is Damaged If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take

Systems and Equipment - 150 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPipe BoxesAdd Single Pipe1. Position additional drill pipe box near machine.2. Ensu

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 151Pipe Boxes7. Load a pipe in auxiliary pipe loaders and rest it against pipe stop. 8

Systems and Equipment - 152 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPipe BoxesRemove Single PipeUnload all drill pipe loaded with auxiliary pipe loader

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 153Pipe Boxes4. Remove pipe stop (stored on outside of drill frame) and attach to fron

Systems and Equipment - 154 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCruise ControlCruise ControlDuring the bore, you can set the desired thrust, pullba

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 155Cruise ControlOverride• To override thrust settings, move joystick out of neutral a

Systems and Equipment - 156 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualWireline TrackingWireline Tracking The Ditch Witch JT30 can be modified to operate

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 157Wireline TrackingOperation 1. Connect drill head, transition sub, and wireli

Systems and Equipment - 158 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualContinue process for duration of bore.4. The tracking specialist will: • Turn the t

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 159Machine Diagnostic Codes•A non-essential code affects non-essential functions of th

Safety - 16 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMW®If a Fiber Optic Cable is DamagedDo not look into cut ends of fiber optic o

Systems and Equipment - 160 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualMachine Diagnostic CodesReview Modes Diagnostic Code InterpretationDiagnostic code

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 161Complete the JobChapter ContentsAntifreeze Drilling Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete the Job - 162 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAntifreeze Drilling UnitAntifreeze Drilling UnitYour drilling unit can be left overnight

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 163Antifreeze Drilling UnitReclaim Antifreeze1. Hold hose on antifreeze reclaimer over top

Complete the Job - 164 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRinse EquipmentRinse EquipmentUsing WashwandConnect the washwand at quick connect (1) at

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 165DisconnectDisconnectDisconnect and store the following hoses and cables (if used):• elec

Complete the Job - 166 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStow Tools

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 167ServiceChapter ContentsService Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168• Wel

Service - 168 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualService PrecautionsService Precautions Welding PrecautionWashing PrecautionIncorrect procedures c

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 169Service PrecautionsWorking Under Drilling UnitUse safety supports as indicated when working under

JT60/JT60 All Terrainn Operator’s Manual Safety - 17Safety Alert ClassificationsCMW®Safety Alert ClassificationsThese classifications and the icons de

Service - 170 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyProper lubrication and mainte

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 171Recommended Lubricants/Service KeyFor more information on engine lubrication and maintenance, see

Service - 172 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyApproved FuelTier 4i Engine (U.S., Canada, EU, and Japan)This e

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 173Each UseEach Use Downhole ToolsLube Drill HeadLube drill head with pump seal grease (p/n 255-101

Service - 174 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourStartup/10 Hour Drilling UnitCheck Fuel Filter Water Separators Check fuel filter

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 175Startup/10 HourCheck Engine Oil Level Check engine oil at dipstick (1) before startup and every 1

Service - 176 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourCheck Air Filter Indicator and Clean Dust Trap Check air filter indicator (1) and

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 177Startup/10 HourCheck Hydraulic HosesCheck hydraulic hoses for leaks before startup and every 10 h

Service - 178 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourCheck Hydraulic Fluid LevelCheck hydraulic fluid level before startup and every 10

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 179Startup/10 HourTest Control SwitchesTest control proximity switches every 10 hours. To test:1. Tu

Safety - 18 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualMachine Safety AlertsCMW®Machine Safety Alerts

Service - 180 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourCheck Pipe Auto Lubricator TJC Level Check pipe auto lubricator TJC level before s

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 18125 Hour25 Hour Downhole ToolsRebuild 2° ToolRebuild downhole tool every 25 hours or 2500’ (760 m)

Service - 182 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual50 Hour50 Hour Drilling UnitDrain Water from Hydraulic Tank Drain water out of tank every 50 hou

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 18350 HourChange Fluid Pump Oil (Initial Service) Change fluid pump oil after first 50 hours and eve

Service - 184 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual50 HourCheck Ground Drive Gearbox Oil Level Check oil level in both ground drive gearboxes every

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 18550 HourCheck Thrust Drive Gearbox Oil Level Check oil level in four thrust drive gearboxes every

Service - 186 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual50 HourCheck HexShine flashlight into spindle and check condition of hex (1) every 50 hours. Repl

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 18750 HourDownhole ToolsRebuild 1.5° and Grade ToolsRebuild downhole tool every 50 hours or 5,000’ (

Service - 188 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual250 Hour250 Hour Tier 3: Change Engine Oil and Filter Drain oil (3), change filter (4), and ad

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 189250 HourChange Rotation Gearbox Oil Drain oil at gearbox oil drain (3) every 250 hours. Fill with

JT60/JT60 All Terrainn Operator’s Manual Safety - 19Machine Safety AlertsCMW®1Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipme

Service - 190 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual500 Hour500 Hour Drilling UnitChange Hydraulic Fluid and Filters (Extreme Temperatures) Change h

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 191500 HourChange Fuel Filters Replace fuel filters every 500 hours. See parts manual or contact you

Service - 192 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual500 HourCheck Batteries Check batteries every 500 hours. Keep batteries clean and terminals free

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 1931000 Hour1000 Hour Drilling UnitChange Hydraulic Fluid and Filters (Normal Conditions) Change hyd

Service - 194 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual1000 HourChange Ground Drive Gearbox Oil Change oil in both ground drive gearboxes every 1000 hou

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 1951000 HourChange Spindle Brake Oil Change oil every 1000 hours. Capacity is 9 oz (275 mL) of THF.T

Service - 196 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual1000 HourCheck Engine Drive BeltCheck engine drive belt every 1000 hours. Check for cracked, stre

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 1972000 Hour2000 Hour Drilling UnitChange Engine Coolant Drain cooling system at drain every two ye

Service - 198 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAs NeededAs Needed Drilling UnitChange Air Filter Change air filter when red band on air filter

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 199As NeededChange Auto Lubricator TJC PailCheck pipe auto lubricator TJC level and change pail as n

JT60/JT60 All TerrainOperator’s Manual053-2547CMW®Issue 2.0Original Instruction

Safety - 20 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualMachine Safety AlertsCMW® 31Moving parts could cut off hand or foot. Stay away.34 Read operator’s

Service - 200 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAs NeededChange Hydraulic Filters (Anytime System Opened)Change three hydraulic filters anytime s

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 201As NeededCheck Front Pipe Guide BlocksCheck front pipe guide blocks for wear. Rotate blocks for l

Service - 202 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAs NeededCheck Track Support Slide PadsCheck track support slide pads. Replace as needed. See you

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 203As NeededChange Inner Water Swivel (Seal Kit)Replace inner water swivel (seal kit) as needed. See

Service - 204 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAs NeededInspect Seat Belt Check seat belt and mounting hardware as needed. Inspect the webbing,

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 205As NeededCharge Battery Before You Start Electronic components can be easily damaged by electric

Service - 206 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAs NeededCharging Procedure (Engine Off)1. Park service vehicle close to disabled equipment but d

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Specifications - 207SpecificationsDimensions U.S. MetricL, length (per SAE J2022) 331 in 8.4 mW, width (per SA

Specifications - 208 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAll Terrain Pipe U.S. MetricLength, without inner pipe (per SAE J2022) 171 in 4.3 mJoint d

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Specifications - 209Operational U.S. MetricSpindle speed (per SAE J2022)inner pipe 0-250 rpm 0-250 rpmouter pi

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 21ControlsChapter ContentsSet-Up Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Specifications - 210 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPower U.S. MetricEngine: Cummins QSB 6.7Engine compliance: EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA; EPA

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Specifications - 211Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended practices. Specifications are g

Specifications - 212 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service Record - 213CMW®Service RecordService Performed Date Hours

CMW®Service Record - 214 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualService Performed Date Hours

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Support - 215ProcedureCMW®SupportProcedureNotify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditc

CMW®Warranty - 216 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualWarrantyDitch Witch® Equipment and Replacement PartsLimited Warranty PolicySubject to the li

Controls - 22 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualSetup ControlsSetup Controls 1. Left stabilizer control2. Right stabilizer control3. Back frame

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 23Setup Controls2. Right stabilizer control To raise, push up.To lower, pull down.IMPORTANT: Lower

Controls - 24 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualSetup Controls6. Upper wiper switch To start wiper blade, press top. To stop wiper blade, press b

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 25Anchor System ConsoleAnchor System Console 1. Left rotation control2. Left thrust control3. Righ

Controls - 26 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAnchor System Console2. Left thrust control To move anchor up, pull.To move anchor down, push.See

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 27Left Control ConsoleLeft Control ConsoleEngine Display 1. Voltmeter display2. Fuel level dis

Controls - 28 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control ConsoleMost engine display functions are self-explanatory. For more information abou

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 29Left Control ConsoleStatus Indicators IndicatorsJT drill mode activeAT dirt mode activeAT r

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Overview - 1OverviewChapter ContentsSerial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Intend

Controls - 30 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control ConsoleESID Strike Display The above screen is displayed when an electrical stri

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 31Left Control ConsoleESID Application Display Item Description Notes1. Voltage % of strike thre

Controls - 32 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control ConsoleDrilling Controls 1. Engine throttle switch2. Add pipe/manual/remove pipe sw

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 33Left Control Console2. Add pipe/manual/remove pipe switchTo select “add pipe” automated pipeloade

Controls - 34 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control Console6. Carve window / inner rotation speed control To increase, turn clockwise.To

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 35Left Control Console10. Manual inner rotation controlTo rotate clockwise, move to top.To rotate c

Controls - 36 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control ConsoleWrench Control 1. Wrench control2. Wrench rotate3. Pipe gripper switch4.

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 37Left Control Console2. Rear wrench rotation switchTo rotate counterclockwise, press top.To rotate

Controls - 38 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLeft Control Console7. Set/Resume switch To resume operation or increase operation levels, press

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 39Right Control ConsoleRight Control Console Operation Controls 1. Horn button2. Ignition switch3.

Overview - 2 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualSerial Number LocationSerial Number LocationRecord serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces p

Controls - 40 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRight Control Console2. Ignition switch To start engine, insert key and turn clockwise.To stop en

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 41Right Control ConsoleGauges and Indicators 1. Diagnostic indicator (red) 2. Control cycle indica

Controls - 42 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRight Control ConsoleItem Description Notes1. Diagnostic indicator (red) If system is OK, light s

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 43Right Control Console5. Rotation pressure gaugeDisplays hydraulic fluid pressure to rotation moto

Controls - 44 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRight Control ConsoleDrill/Drive Control 1. Drilling fluid pump switch2. Dual speed carriage/T

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 45Right Control Console2. Dual speed carriage/Two-speed ground drive controlCarriage travel speed:•

Controls - 46 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualSeatSeat 1. Seat recline control2. Seat slide control3. Seat lumbar control4. Seat beltItem De

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 47Cab ControlsCab ControlsTop/Rear EMERGENCY EXIT: Push rear window out to exit cab when door is

Controls - 48 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCab Controls3. AC temperature dial To adjust air temperature, turn dial. 4. AC fan speed dial To

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 49Override BoxOverride Box 1. Tracker control key2. Drilling fluid flow override switch3. Rotation

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Overview - 3Intended UseIntended UseThe JT60/All Terrain is a self-contained horizontal directional drilling u

Controls - 50 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualOverride Box3. Thrust/pullback or left track override switchFor thrust or to move track forward,

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 51BatteryBattery Item Description Notes1. Battery disconnect switchTo disconnect, turn switch coun

Controls - 52 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualEngine CompartmentEngine Compartment 1. Manual throttle switch2. Drill mode switch (optional)3.

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Controls - 53Engine Compartment2. Drill mode switch To select AT Rock mode, press top.To select AT Dirt mode,

Controls - 54 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualRear ConsoleRear Console 1. Pressure wand on/off switchItem Description Notes1. Pressure wand

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 55Operation OverviewChapter ContentsPlanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation Overview - 56 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPlanningPlanning1. Gather information about jobsite. See page 61.2. Inspect jobsite. Se

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Operation Overview - 57DrillingDrilling1. Start system. See page 95.2. Engage tracker control if desired. See

Operation Overview - 58 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualBackreamingBackreaming1. Assemble backream string. See page 99.2. Start drilling unit a

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 59PrepareChapter ContentsGather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61• Re

Overview - 4 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualUnit ComponentsUnit Components1. Carriage2. Spindle3. Pipeloader4. Vise wrenches5. Anchoring syste

Prepare - 60 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPrepare Jobsite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76• Mark Bore Path . . . .

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 61Gather InformationGather InformationA successful job begins before the bore. The first step in pla

Prepare - 62 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualInspect SiteInspect SiteInspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the following:• o

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 63Inspect SiteSelect Start and End PointsSelect one end to use as a starting point. Consider the fol

Prepare - 64 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualClassify JobsiteClassify JobsiteInspect Jobsite• Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on ex

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 65Classify JobsiteApply PrecautionsOnce classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be take

Prepare - 66 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualClassify JobsiteCrystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions Follow OSHA or other guidelines for e

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 67Plan Bore PathPlan Bore PathPlan the bore path, from entry to end, before drilling begins. The Dit

Prepare - 68 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPlan Bore PathRecommended Bend LimitsDitch Witch drill pipes are designed to bend slightly during

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 69Plan Bore PathJT60 Power Pipe drill pipes have a tested minimum bend radius of 170’ (57.8 m). This

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Overview - 5Operator OrientationOperator Orientation1. Front of unit2. Right side of unit3. Rear of unit4. Lef

Prepare - 70 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPlan Bore PathPipe-By-Pipe Bend Limits - JT60 Power Pipe HD Pipe-By-Pipe Bend Limits - JT60 Power

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 71Plan Bore PathPipe-By-Pipe Bend Limits - JT60 Power Pipe All Terrain Pipe (C)Deflection (A) Forwa

Prepare - 72 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPlan Bore PathEntry PitchEntry pitch is the slope of the drill frame compared with the slope of th

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 73Plan Bore PathMinimum DepthBecause you must bend pipe gradually, entry pitch and bend limits deter

Prepare - 74 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPlan Bore PathJT60 Power Pipe Forged Minimum depth (D) Entry pitch (A) Setback (B) Depth to be

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 75Plan Bore PathJT60 Power Pipe AT Minimum depth (D) Entry pitch (A) Setback (B) Depth to begin

Prepare - 76 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPrepare JobsitePrepare JobsiteMark Bore PathMark your planned bore path and all located utility li

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 77Check Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCheck Supplies• receiver/t

Prepare - 78 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentPrepare EquipmentFluid Levels• fuel• hydraulic fluid• engine c

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 79Check Supplies and Prepare EquipmentSelect Drilling ModeThree drilling setups are available with t

Overview - 6 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAbout This Manual

Prepare - 80 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentPrepare Drilling UnitAT Rock Mode• Verify unit has not been co

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Prepare - 81Check Supplies and Prepare EquipmentJT Mode• Install SaverLok, pipe gripper pads, pipe guide block

Prepare - 82 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare Equipment

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Drive - 83DriveChapter ContentsStart Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Drive - 84 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualStart UnitStart Unit1. Insert key.2. Turn ignition switch to the run position (key on, engine off).

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Drive - 85Steer UnitSafe Slope Operation Operating safely on a slope depends upon many factors including:• Dis

Drive - 86 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualShut Down UnitShut Down Unit1. Stop track movement.2. Engage parking brake.3. Run engine at low thro

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Transport - 87TransportChapter ContentsLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transport - 88 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualLiftLiftThis machine is not configured for lifting. If the machine must be lifted, load machine

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Transport - 89HaulHaulLoad1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.2. Start drilling unit engine.3. Move drilling unit t

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Foreword - 7ForewordThis manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and ope

Transport - 90 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualHaulTie DownPointsTiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing to trailer at other

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Transport - 91TowUnload 1. Lower trailer or ramps.2. Fasten and adjust seat belt.3. Remove tiedowns.4. Start

Transport - 92 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualTowTo disengage track planetaries, reverse small cover plate in center of planetary on each trac

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 93Conduct a BoreChapter ContentsPosition Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conduct a Bore - 94 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualAdd Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Correct Direct

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 95Position EquipmentPosition Equipment1. Review bore plan and select drilling unit position a

Conduct a Bore - 96 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualPrime Drilling Fluid PumpPrime Drilling Fluid Pump Prime drilling fluid pump each time the

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 97Operate Carriage ControlOperate Carriage ControlThe thrust/rotation control has eight zones

Conduct a Bore - 98 JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s ManualClamp PipeClamp PipeClamp on pipe when joint is centered between wrenches (1 and 2). Always

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Conduct a Bore - 99Assemble Drill StringAssemble Drill String Prepare Beacon Housing1. Select nozzles (JT and