Ditch Witch JT60AT - Manual (Page 156)

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JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
Wireline Tracking
Wireline Tracking
The Ditch Witch JT30 can be modified to operate a wireline tracking system by installing a kit. Wireline
tracking uses a transmitter in the drilling head that is hard wired through the drill string to an offboard
computer station at the rear of the unit. Each time pipe is added to the drill string, a new section of wireline
is inserted through the new pipe, gearbox, and water swivel, then spliced to the tracking system. The
operator must be aware of the wireline tracking specialist’s activity at the front and rear of the machine.
IMPORTANT: This section is intended as an overview for the JT30 drilling unit operator. During most
bores, a wireline tracking specialist is responsible for making wireline connections. For specific
information about wireline tracking, including system operation and safety precautions, consult your
wireline tracking equipment vendor.
1. Operator awareness zones 2. Wireline
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