Intended use, Equipment modification – Ditch Witch JT100AT User Manual
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JT100/JT100 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
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Intended Use
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Intended Use
The JT100/JT100 All Terrain is a self-contained horizontal directional drilling unit capable of drilling and
backreaming through solid rock, cobblestone, broken rock, gravel, and other soil/rock mixes, as well as
less extreme soil conditions. It is designed to install buried cable and pipe at distances to 2,000’ (610 m)
depending on soil conditions and 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 unit can be used with Ditch Witch drilling fluid units and Ditch Witch
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tracking equipment. It should be
operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular characteristics and acquainted
with the relevant safety procedures.
Equipment Modification
This 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.