Equipment World Digital Magazine
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Trenchers SINGLE-HANDED CONTROL Barreto Manufacturing offers multiple application solutions with the TK Track Tren- cher Series. TK series walk-behind trenchers feature an ergonomic single-handed control, with engine options ranging from 13 to 30 horsepower and trench depths between 24 and 48 inches. Track trenchers have a larger footprint, doing less damage on the landscape than wheeled trenchers, Barreto says. By combining tracks with additional weight, TK Track Trenchers can improve the ability to keep the trench straight. Write 070 on Reader Service Card or visit EquipmentWorld.com/info product focus | by Wayne Grayson CRUISE CONTROL The new Ditch Witch RT80 Quad ride-on trencher provides traction and per- formance on rough and uneven terrain. Combining 83 horsepower, a three-speed, shift-on-the-fly ground drive and a compact footprint, the RT80 Quad can meet the demands of both long and short utility installations on either tight or wide-open jobsites. Attachments include a vibratory plow, saw, backhoe, traversing trencher and the H810 centerline trencher, capable of trenching up to 24 inches wide. Other stan- dard features include rear steering, which helps improve maneuverability on tight jobsites, and cruise control, which enables the operator to maintain optimal digging performance regardless of ground conditions. Trencher maintenance tips Write 071 on Reader Service Card or visit EquipmentWorld.com/info DAILY: - ings and cylinder ends. Other daily items may include: restriction indicator separator if applicable. doing a full visual inspection, looking for any damage WEEKLY: engine belt shafts follow their individual main- tenance checklists. - plicable the end of the shift and should only take about 15 minutes. Also, if the machine has a track system, pay attention to the track tension. Be sure to check and adjust the ten- sion according to procedures outlined in the maintenance manual. Finally, it is crucial to follow the engine manufacturer's main- tenance recommendations, which are separate from trencher procedures. Source: Vermeer EquipmentWorld.com | September 2012 59