JUMP STARTING ENGINE WITH ELECTRIC STARTER GROUND TRANSPORT OF THE TRENCHER EMERGENCY TOWING ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE TRENCHER OPERATOR PREPARATION DETERMINE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES WORK SITE ASSESSMENT CONTACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES INDEX 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 1 of 20...
LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS Grease at the intervals indicated per the illustration of grease lubrication points. There is also a grease diagram decal on the machine. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 2 of 20...
This machine is intended for the operator to stand on. If at any time it becomes unsafe, the operator must step off immediately. Read this manual and study ALL decals on the trencher before operating the trencher. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 3 of 20...
Serious injury or death will result by operator contact with the moving chain. The digging chain can suddenly drag the machine forward if the trencher is forced too quickly into the ground or catches on a buried object. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 4 of 20...
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WARNING: Muffler and engine get hot enough to cause serious burns. For the safety of yourself and others, allow enough time for the engine, muffler, and the hydraulic fluid to cool completely before performing any cleaning or maintenance. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 5 of 20...
WARNING: If trencher should fall it would crush anybody under it. We recommend having a fire extinguisher suitable for petrol fires in the operating area. Attachments can change the center of mass and machine operations. Use only Barreto attachments. BATTERY & ELECTRIC STARTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Shield entire face, especially your eyes, and wear rubber gloves to avoid acid burns whenever doing anything with the battery.
During normal operation you will hear the relief valve working. 7. PARKING BRAKE: It is located behind the left hand track motor. Move the handle down to engage the brake, and up to disengage it. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 7 of 20...
Reduce the engine speed if the hydraulic pump whines. Pump noise may indicate a lack of hydraulic fluid flow that could damage the pump. For frequent starts below 18°F consult your Barreto Manufacturing, Inc. dealer. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
Do not overload engine. If the engine lugs down or the digging chain slows down, raise the boom until speed increases, then continue lowering the boom slowly. Do not attempt to force boom down faster than digging chain can remove material. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 9 of 20...
WARNING: Muffler and engine get hot enough to cause serious burns. For the safety of yourself and others, allow enough time for the engine, muffler, and the hydraulic fluid to cool completely before performing any cleaning or maintenance. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 10 of 20...
4. Disconnect the cables in reverse order of connection and cover each jumper cable terminal. To avoid sparks near the battery, never disconnect the red jumper cable without first disconnecting the black jumper cable. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 11 of 20...
Navigation on inclines should be especially slow and turns very gradual. A 20° maximum incline is allowed. Honda engines have an Oil Alert system that will automatically stop the engine if tipped more than 20°. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 12 of 20...
ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE TRENCHER The BEST way to transport the trencher over roads is with the BARRETO E4X6 TILT BED TRAILER and the optional 00340 TIE-DOWN KIT. Refer to the following checklist before towing: • Towing vehicle should have a 2" (5cm) ball. Be sure it is in good repair and securely fastened to the vehicle.
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WARNING: If trencher should fall it would crush anybody under it. 4. Chain or strap the trencher to the truck using the two chain loops at the rear of the trencher lower body and D-ring on front of trencher. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 15 of 20...
It is important to select a device that is adequate and appropriate for your specific work environment since the peak noise level varies. A local environmental noise specialist may help you to determine the level of hearing protection required. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 16 of 20...
For areas not represented by One-Call Systems International, contact the appropriate utility companies to locate and mark the underground installations. Do not rely on visual evidence of underground utilities such as manhole covers or electrical drop boxes…CALL! 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 17 of 20...
This is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good functional condition. Contact your dealer if anything on the trencher does not function properly. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 18 of 20...
Fiber optic cables: If you think that you may have severed a fiber optic cable, do not touch or even look at the ends of it. WARNING: Fiber optic cables convey laser light that can injure your eyesight. Call 911 for help. 20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 19 of 20...
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