Fluid unit serial number is located as shown. Item date of manufacture date of purchase fluid unit serial number trailer serial number engine serial number 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. CMW FM5 Operator’s Manual Unit Components Overview - 3 Unit Components j11om006h.eps 1. tank 3. engine 2. hopper 4. pump 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. CMW Overview - 4 FM5 Operator ’s Manual CMW FM5 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 5 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 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. CMW Foreword - 6 FM5 Operator’s Manual FM5 Operator’s Manual Issue number 1.1/OM-11/03 Part number 054-121 Copyright 2003 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Ditch , 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. cfc CMW FM5 Operator’s Manual Contents - 7 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 A Safety machine safety alerts and emergency procedures 9 U 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 ■■H E9 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 9 Specifications machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid capacities 49 1 NPI Support the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty consideration and training 51 y Service Record a record of major service performed on the machine 55 CMW Contents - 8 FM5 Operator’s Manual CMW FM5 Operator’s Manual Safety - 9 Chapter Contents Guidelines.............. Safety Alert Classifications Safety Alerts............ Emergency Procedures . . . • Electric Strike Description......... • If an Electric Line is Damaged..... • If a Gas Line is Damaged......... • If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged . . • If Machine Catches on Fire........ CMW Safety 11 12 14 .14 .15 .16 .16 .16 Safety -10 FM5 Operator’s Manual Guidelines Guidelines Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment: • Complete proper training ...