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Trencher serial number is located as shown.  \nItem  \ndate of manufacture  \ndate of purchase trencher serial number trailer serial number engine serial number  \nCMW  \nRT12/RT16/RT20/RT24 Operator’s Manual Overview-3  \nIntended Use  \nIntended Use  \nThe RT12, RT16, RT20, and RT24 pedestrian trenchers are designed to install buried cable and pipe to depths of 48”(1220 mm) and widths of 8”(200 mm) . These units are intended for operation in ambient temperatures from 20° to 115°F (-7° to 46°C) . Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use.  \nRT12, RT16, RT20, and RT24 units should be used with genuine Ditch Witch chain, teeth, and sprockets. They should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with their particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.  \nEquipment Modification  \nThis equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. Modification of equipment could mean that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly or in accordance with the operating instructions. Modification of equipment should only be made by competent personnel possessing knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, equipment design functionality/requirements and any required specialized testing.  \nUnit Components  \n1. Control console  \n2. Engine  \n3. Digging boom and chain  \n4. Trail wheel  \nCMW  \nOperator Orientation  \n1. Front of unit  \n2. Right side of unit  \n3. Rear of unit  \n4. Left side of unit  \nAbout This Manual  \nThis 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.  \nBulleted Lists  \nBulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be performed in a specific order.  \nNumbered Lists  \nNumbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order.  \nCMW  \nRT12/RT16/RT20/RT24 Operator’s Manual Foreword-5  \nForeword  \nThis 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.  \nRead 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.  \nIf 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](www.ditchwitch.com) or write to the following address:  \nThe Charles Machine Works, Inc.  \nAttn: Marketing Department  \nPO Box 66  \nPerry, OK 73077-0066  \nUSA  \nThe 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.  \nThank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.  \nCMW  \nRT12/RT16/RT20/RT24 Operator’s Manual  \nIssue number 1.0/OM-12/11 Part number 053-2439  \nCopyright 2011  \nby The Charles Machine Works, Inc.  \n, Ditch Wit","cbCaiaR84PH3bbq2","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaR84PH3bbq2","pdf",2823624,115,"English","# Overview\n## Chapter Contents\n## Intended Use\n## Equipment Modification\n## Unit Components\n## Operator Orientation\n## About This Manual\n# Foreword\n# Contents\n## Safety\n## Controls\n## Prepare\n## Drive\n## Transport\n## Trench\n## Drill\n## Systems and Equipment\n## Complete the Job\n## Service\n## Specifications\n## Support\n## Service Record","[{\"question\":\"What are the intended uses of the RT12/RT16/RT20/RT24 trenchers?\",\"answer\":\"They are designed to install buried cable and pipe to specified depths and widths. Using them outside these parameters is considered contrary to intended use.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the manual say about modifying the equipment?\",\"answer\":\"Modifications may cause the unit to no longer meet regulations and may affect proper function. Only competent personnel with relevant knowledge and required specialized testing should modify equipment.\"},{\"question\":\"Where is the trencher serial number located and what should operators record?\",\"answer\":\"Operators should record serial numbers and the date of purchase in the provided spaces. The manual indicates where the trencher serial number is located and includes related serial numbers such as trailer and engine.\"}]","RT12/RT16/RT20/RT24 Operator’s Manual - Issue 1.0 - Overview | PDF",290]