CMW FM5 Manuel utilisateur
FM5
Operator’s
Manual
054- 121
Issue 1.1
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FM5 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1
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Overview
Chapter Contents
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
• Bulleted Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
• Numbered Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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Serial Number Location
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Serial Number Location
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces
provided. Fluid unit serial number is located as shown.
Intended Use
The FM5 is a self-contained drilling fluid unit capable of mixing up to 300 gal (1136 L) of drilling fluid per
tank and transferring fluid under pressure to the drilling unit. It is intended for operation in ambient
temperatures from 0°to 115°F (-18°to 46°C). Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended
use.
The FM5 can be used with Ditch Witch drilling units and Ditch Witch Subsite locating equipment. It should
be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular characteristics and
acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Item
date of manufacture
date of purchase
fluid unit serial number
trailer serial number
engine serial number
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Unit Components
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Unit Components
About This Manual
This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. See the beige Operation Overview
pages for basic operating procedures. Cross references such as “See page 50”will direct you to detailed
procedures.
Bulleted Lists
Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be
performed in a specific order.
Numbered Lists
Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order.
1. tank
2. hopper
3. engine
4. pump
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FM5 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 5
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Foreword
This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation
instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch equipment.
Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference.
If you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.
If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. If you need assistance in locating a
dealer, visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA
The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. The Charles
Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have
taken place after this manual was published. For the latest information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your
Ditch Witch dealer.
Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.
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FM5
Operator’s Manual
Issue number 1.1/OM-11/03
Part number 054-121
Copyright 2003
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite,
Fluid Miser, Perma-Soil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, and
The Underground Authority Worldwide are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
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Contents
Overview
machine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed
to perform, basic machine components, and how to use this manual
1
Foreword
part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact
information
5
Safety
machine safety alerts and emergency procedures 9
Controls
machine controls, gauges, and indicators and how to use them 17
Operation Overview
an overview for completing a job with this machine: planning, setting up, handling
drilling fluid, and leaving the jobsite; with cross references to detailed procedures
23
Prepare
procedures for inspecting the jobsite and preparing the jobsite for work 27
Transport
procedures for lifting and hauling 31
Drilling Fluid Concepts
procedures for selecting fluid additives, determining fluid requirements, and
measuring viscosity
35
Complete the Job
procedures for rinsing and storing equipment 41
Service
service intervals and instructions for this machine including lubrication, replacement
of wear items, and basic maintenance
43
Specifications
machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid
capacities
49
Support
the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty
consideration and training
51
Service Record
a record of major service performed on the machine 55
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FM5 Operator’s Manual Safety - 9
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Safety
Chapter Contents
Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
•Electric Strike Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
•If an Electric Line is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
•If a Gas Line is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
•If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
•If Machine Catches on Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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