BOBCAT TRENCHER LT313 Manual

EN
Operation and Maintenance Manual

Trencher
(LT213) S/N 045300101 and Above

(LT313) S/N 045400101 and Above
(LT414) S/N A0RS00101 and Above
6902546-EN (12-09) Printed in Belgium © Bobcat Europe 2009

Original Instructions
U.S. Publication 6902546 (11-05) Revised (10-07) (5)
CONTENTS
FOREWORD
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XIII
SAFETY
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

OPERATING
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 INSTRUCTIONS
REFERENCE INFORMATION
PREVENTIVE
Write the correct information for YOUR trencher in the spaces below. Always use MAINTENANCE
these numbers when referring to your trencher.
Trencher Serial Number

SPECIFICATIONS
NOTES:
YOUR BOBCAT® DEALER:
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
Doosan Benelux SA
Drève Richelle 167
B-1410 WATERLOO
Belgium
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FOREWORD
SAFETY
FOREWORD
This Operation and Maintenance Manual was written to give the owner/operator
instructions on the safe operation and maintenance of the trencher. READ AND
UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR trencher. If you have any questions, see your Bobcat dealer.
BOBCAT COMPANY IS ISO 9001:2000 CERTIFIED . . . . . . . . . . VII
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR INTERCHANGEABLE

EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V
DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IX
FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XII

Standard Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XII
IDENTIFICATION AND MACHINE SIGNS (DECALS) . . . . . . . . . . X

LT213 and LT313 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X
LT414 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XI
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IX

Attachment Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IX
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
FOR INTERCHANGEABLE EQUIPMENT
Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of The Council
"Machinery Directive Article 1(1)(b)"
Manufacturer Equipment Also Compliant to Other EC

Directive(s) Listed Below:
Bobcat Company
World Headquarters
250 East Beaton Drive
West Fargo, ND 58078-6000
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Technical Documentation
Doosan Benelux SA
Drève Richelle 167
B-1410 Waterloo
BELGIUM
Description of Equipment
Type of Interchangeable Equipment: Trencher

Model Name: MX LT LT LT
Model Code: 112 112 113 213
Lot Series: 045100101 045200101 233800101 045300101
& above & above & above & above
Model Name: MX LT LT
Model Code: 313 405 414
Lot Series: 045400101 610000101 A0RS00101
& above & above & above
Declaration of Conformance
This equipment conforms to the requirements of an interchangeable equipment as specified in Machinery Directive 2006/42/
EC Article1(1)(b) and any other directives listed. This declaration applies exclusively to the interchangeable equipment and
does not include any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical adaptation done by the installer. Installation shall be done in
accordance with instructions and specifications included in this manual.
Authorized Signatory and Place of Declaration
Troy Kraft Date: December 29, 2009

Vice President Engineering Place: Bismarck, North Dakota, USA
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BOBCAT COMPANY IS ISO 9001:2000 CERTIFIED
ISO 9001:2000 is an international standard that controls the processes and procedures which we use to design, develop,
manufacture and distribute Bobcat products.
British Standards Institute (BSI) is the Certified Registrar Bobcat Company chose to assess the Company’s compliance
with the ISO 9001:2000 standard. The BSI registration certifies that Bobcat's manufacturing facilities in Gwinner and
Bismarck, North Dakota (North America), Pontchateau (France), Dobris (Czech Republic) and the Bobcat corporate
offices (Gwinner, Bismarck and West Fargo) in North Dakota are in compliance with ISO 9001:2000. Only certified
assessors, like BSI, can grant registrations.
ISO 9001:2000 means that as a company we say what we do and do what we say. In other words, we have established
procedures and policies, and we provide evidence that the procedures and policies are followed.
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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION DELIVERY REPORT
Attachment Serial Number Figure 3
Figure 1
LT213 and LT313
P-20022
P-41512
The delivery report must be filled in by the dealer and
signed by the owner or operator when the trencher is
Figure 2 delivered. An explanation of the form must be given to the
owner. Make sure it is filled out completely [Figure 3].
LT414
P-60947
Always use the serial number of the trencher when

requesting service information or when ordering parts.
Early or later models (identification made by serial
number) may use different parts, or it may be necessary
to use a different procedure in doing a specific service
operation [Figure 1] and [Figure 2].
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IDENTIFICATION AND MACHINE SIGNS (DECALS)
LT213 and LT313 Trencher
6579914
Steps
6815993
Auger Digging Chain
6579914 (2)
6575965 6815993
Trench Cleaner Shoe
Quick Couplers
Hydraulic Motor
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IDENTIFICATION AND MACHINE SIGNS (DECALS) (CONT’D)
LT414 Trencher
6579914
6815993
Steps
Side Shift Valve
7120731
Auger Digging Chain
P-41512
6579914 (2)
6575965 6815993
Trench Cleaner Shoe
Quick Couplers
Case Drain Hose Hydraulic Motor

P-60945
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FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES
Standard Items
The trencher is equipped with the following standard

items.
• The trencher features a larger diameter auger with a

tapered design.
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SAFETY
FIRE PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Fire Extinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVIII
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
SAFETY
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Spark Arrester Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Welding And Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVIII
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XV
Avoid Silica Dust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVI
Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . XV
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XV
Use Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVI
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Qualified Operator Must Do The Following:
Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility Understand the Written Instructions, Rules and
Regulations
Safety Alert Symbol • The written instructions from Bobcat Company include
the Delivery Report, Operation and Maintenance
This symbol with a warning statement means: Manual, Operator’s Handbook, Safety Manual and
“Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!” machine signs (decals).
Carefully read the message that follows.
• Check the rules and regulations at your location. The
rules may include an employer’s work safety
requirements. Regulations may apply to local driving
requirements or use of a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
WARNING
WARNING emblem. Regulations may identify a hazard such as a
utility line.
Operator must have instructions before running the Have Training with Actual Operation
machine. Untrained operators may cause injury or
death. • Operator training must consist of a demonstration and
W-2001-1285 verbal instruction. This training is given by your Bobcat
dealer before the product is delivered.
• The new operator must start in an area without
IMPORTANT bystanders and use all the controls until he or she can
operate the machine and attachment safely under all
conditions of the work area. Always fasten seat belt
This notice identifies procedures which must be before operating.
followed to avoid damage to the machine.
I-2019-0284 Know the Work Conditions
• Know the weight of the materials being handled. Never

exceed the machine load capacities. Material which is
WARNING
WARNING very dense will be heavier than the same volume of
less dense material. Reduce the size of load if
handling dense material.
Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for
your safety. Failure to obey warnings may cause • The operator must know any prohibited uses or work
injury or death. areas: for example, he or she needs to know about
W-2044-1285 excessive slopes.
The Bobcat machine and attachment must be in good • Know the location of any underground lines.
operating condition before use.
• Wear tight-fitting clothing. Always wear safety glasses
Check all the items on the Bobcat Service Schedule when doing maintenance or service. Safety glasses,
Decal under the 8-10 hour column or as shown in the respiratory equipment, hearing protection, Special
Operation and Maintenance Manual. Applications Kits or a Front Window Guard are
required for some work. See your Bobcat dealer about
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator Bobcat Safety equipment for your machine.
For an operator to be qualified, he or she must not use

drugs or alcoholic drinks which impair alertness or co-
ordination while working. An operator who is taking
prescription drugs must get medical advice to determine if
he or she can safely operate a machine and the
attachment.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT’D) Avoid Silica Dust
Use Safety Rules
• Read and follow instructions in the machine and the

attachment’s Operation and Maintenance Manual
before operating.
• Check for underground lines before operating

attachment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration of

equipment, hazard control and accident prevention Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock
are dependent on the awareness, concern, prudence containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust.
and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
• Check that the Bob-Tach levers are in the locked

position and the wedges are fully engaged into the
holes of the attachment (if applicable).
• Check that the attachment is securely fastened to the

machine.
• Make sure all the machine controls are in the

NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.
Sl ATT-1007
• Operate the attachment only from the operator’s
position.
• Operate the attachment according to the Operation

and Maintenance Manual.
• When learning to operate the attachment, do it at a

slow rate in an area clear of bystanders.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area when

operating the machine and attachment.
• The attachment must be used ONLY on approved

machines. See your Bobcat dealer for updated list of
approved attachments for each machine model.
• DO NOT modify equipment or add attachments that

are not approved by the manufacturer.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the

machine or attachment while the engine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if

damaged.
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FIRE PREVENTION Hydraulic System
Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage and

leakage. Never use open flame or bare skin to check for
leaks. Hydraulic tubes and hoses must be properly routed
and have adequate support and secure clamps. Tighten
or replace any parts that show leakage.
Maintenance Always clean fluid spills. Do not use petrol or diesel fuel
for cleaning parts. Use commercial non-flammable
The machine and some attachments have components solvents.
which are at high temperatures under normal operating
conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is Refuelling
the engine and exhaust system. The electrical system, if
damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source of
arcs or sparks.
Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc). must be removed

regularly. If flammable debris is allowed to accumulate, it
becomes a fire hazard. Clean often to avoid this
accumulation. Flammable debris in the engine Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel. No
compartment is a fire hazard. smoking! Do not refuel a machine near open flames or
sparks. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
The operator’s area, engine compartment and engine
cooling system must be inspected every day and cleaned Starting
if necessary to prevent fire hazards and overheating.
Do not use ether or starting fluids on any engine that has
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolants mixtures are glow plugs. These starting aids may cause an explosion
flammable. Flammable fluids leaking or spilled onto hot and injure you or bystanders.
surfaces or onto electrical components may cause a fire.
Use the procedure in the Operation and Maintenance
Operation Manual for connecting the battery and for jump starting.
Do not use the machine where exhaust, arcs, sparks or Spark Arrester Exhaust System
hot components may contact flammable material,
explosive dust or gases. The spark arrester exhaust system is designed to control
the emission of hot particles from the engine and exhaust
Electrical system, but the silencer and the exhaust gases are still
hot.
Check the spark arrester exhaust system regularly to

make sure it is maintained and working properly. Use the
procedure in the Operation and Maintenance Manual for
cleaning the spark arrester silencer (if equipped).
Check all electrical wiring and connections for damage.

Keep the battery terminals clean and tight. Repair or
replace any damaged part or wires that are loose or
frayed.
Battery gas can explode and cause serious injury. Use the
procedure in the Operation and Maintenance Manual for
connecting the battery and for jump staring. Do not jump
start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Keep any
open flames or sparks away from batteries. Do not smoke
in battery charging area.
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FIRE PREVENTION (CONT’D)
Welding And Grinding
Always clean the machine and attachment, disconnect

the battery, and disconnect the wiring from the Bobcat
controllers before welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery
and all other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher
near the machine when welding.
Have good ventilation when grinding or welding painted

parts. Wear dust mask when grinding painted parts. Toxic
dust or gas may be produced.
Dust generated from repairing non-metallic parts such as

bonnets, wings or covers may be flammable or explosive.
Repair such components in a well ventilated area away
from open flames or sparks.
Fire Extinguishers
Know where fire extinguishers and first aid kits are located
and how to use them. Inspect the fire extinguisher and
service the fire extinguisher regularly. Obey the
recommendations on the instructions plate.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Attachment Mounting Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Bob-Tach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chain Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INITIAL SET-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Optional Boom Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
OPERATING
LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 INSTRUCTIONS
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Approved Loader Models and Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Entering And Leaving The Loader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hydraulic Quick Couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation With The Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC HANDLERS . . . 25

Approved Telescopic Handler Models and Requirements. . . . . 25
Entering And Leaving The Telescopic Handler . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Load Capacity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Operation With The Telescopic Handler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK MACHINES. . 37

Approved Work Machine Models and Requirements . . . . . . . . 37
Entering And Leaving The Work Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Operation With The Work Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE ON A

TRAILER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Loading And Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . 47

Fastening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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INITIAL SET-UP Figure OI-2
Optional Boom Extension
The LT213 / LT313 trenchers come factory equipped with

a 914 mm digging depth boom. The digging depth can be
increased (LT313 Only) to 1219 mm. Order the following
parts from your Bobcat Dealer to extend the digging 1
depth.
The LT414 trenchers come factory equipped with a

1219 mm digging depth boom. The digging depth can be
increased to 1524 mm. Order the following parts from
your Bobcat Dealer to extend the digging depth.
P/N DESCRIPTION QTY P-32417
6970072 10 Pitch Chain 1

7108604 84 Pitch Chain 1 Remove the boom end wheel and tube assembly (Item 1)
6811684 Filler Tube 1 [Figure OI-2] from the end of the boom.
84G-3712 Self-Tapping Screw 2 Figure OI-3
Installation
Split the chain. (See Split Procedure on page 56). 1
Figure OI-1
P-32418
Install the filler tube (Item 1) [Figure OI-3] on the tube

assembly.
P-32317
Slide the chain (Item 1) [Figure OI-1] off the boom.
Trencher
INITIAL SET-UP (CONT’D) Apply grease to the grease fitting (Item 1) [Figure OI-5]
until the end of the grease cylinder (Item 1) [Figure OI-6]
Optional Boom Extension (Cont’d) is in the position shown.
Installation (Cont’d) Figure OI-7
Figure OI-4
P-32429A
P-32312
Install the tube assembly (Item 1) [Figure OI-7] over the
grease cylinder and into the boom.
Tighten the bleed screw (Item 1) [Figure OI-4].
Figure OI-5
P-32312
Figure OI-6
P-32419
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INITIAL SET-UP (CONT’D) Figure OI-10
Optional Boom Extension (Cont’d)
Installation (Cont’d)
Figure OI-8 1
2
P-32424
Install the 10 pitch chain (Item 1) [Figure OI-10] on the

end of the trencher chain.
2
P-32422 Install the pin (Item 2) [Figure OI-10]. The pin is a slight
press fit. Back up the chain using a large hammer while
driving the pin in.
Install the 10 pitch chain (Item 1) [Figure OI-8] onto the
trencher chain.
Install the pin (Item 2) [Figure OI-8]. The pin is a slight

press fit. Back up the chain using a large hammer while
driving the pin in.
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any of
the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907
Figure OI-9
P-32423
Install the retainer pin (Item 1) [Figure OI-9].
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INITIAL SET-UP (CONT’D) Figure OI-13
Optional Boom Extension (Cont’d)
1
Figure OI-11
P-32427
Remove the bolt (Item 1) [Figure OI-13].

1
Figure OI-14
P-32425
2 1
Install the retainer pin (Item 1) [Figure OI-11].
Adjust the chain. (See Adjustment on page 52).
Figure OI-12
P-32428
Extend the trench cleaner (Item 1) and install the bolt

(Item 2) [Figure OI-14].
P-32426
Align the front hole of the filler tube with the existing hole
in the tube assembly and install the self-tapping bolt
(Item 1) [Figure OI-12] (one per side).
Remove the hoist from the trench cleaner boom.
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DAILY INSPECTION Chain Guide
Attachment Mounting Frame Figure OI-16
Figure OI-15
1 2
1 1
P-32318
P-41513
Inspect the top and bottom chain guide (Item 1)
[Figure OI-16] for wear and damage.
Inspect the Bob-Tach wedge mounts (Item 1), mounting
flange (Item 2) and all welds on the trencher for wear and NOTE: The digging chain is removed for photo clarity.
damage each time the trencher is removed from the
Telescopic Handler, see [Figure OI-15].
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DAILY INSPECTION (CONT’D) Figure OI-18
Bob-Tach
Hand Lever Bob-Tach
WARNING
Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in Wedge must contact
attachment. Lever(s) must be fully down and locked. lower edge of hole
Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall in the attachment.
off and cause injury or death.
W-2102-0497
P-41509A
P-
41509AP-
41509P194
Figure OI-17
The wedges must extend through the holes in the
HAND LEVER BOB-TACH attachment mounting frame [Figure OI-18].
If the wedge does not contact the lower edge of the hole
[Figure OI-18], the attachment will be loose and may fall
off the Bob-Tach.
Figure OI-19
P-60486
Move the Bob-Tach levers to engage and disengage the

wedges [Figure OI-17]. The levers and wedges must
move freely.
B-17460
Inspect the mounting frame on the attachment and the

Bob-Tach, linkages and wedges for excessive wear or
damage [Figure OI-19]. Replace any parts that are
damaged, bent or missing. Keep all fasteners tight.
Look for cracked welds. Contact your Bobcat dealer for

repair or replacement parts.
Lubricate the wedges. (See the correct machine

Operation and Maintenance Manual for lubrication
procedures).
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DAILY INSPECTION (CONT’D) Figure OI-22
Bob-Tach (Cont’d)
Power Bob-Tach Option
WARNING
Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in Wedge must contact
attachment. Lever(s) must be fully down and locked. lower edge of hole
Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall in the attachment.

W-2102-0497
P-41509A
P-
41509AP-
41509P194
Figure OI-20
POWER BOB-TACH attachment mounting frame [Figure OI-22].
If the wedge does not contact the lower edge of the hole
[Figure OI-22], the attachment will be loose and may fall
off the Bob-Tach.
Figure OI-23
1
2
B-15993C
B-15993A
Figure OI-21
POWER BOB-TACH
B-17460
Inspect the mounting frame on the attachment and the

Bob-Tach, linkages and wedges for excessive wear or
damage [Figure OI-23]. Replace any parts that are
damaged, bent or missing. Keep all fasteners tight.
Look for cracked welds. Contact your Bobcat dealer for

repair or replacement parts.
P-60487
Lubricate the wedges. (See the correct machine
Operation and Maintenance Manual for lubrication
Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES UP switch procedures).
(Item 1) until the wedges are fully raised. Push and hold
the BOB-TACH WEDGES DOWN switch (Item 2)
[Figure OI-20] until the wedges are fully lowered.
The levers and wedges must move freely [Figure OI-21].
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS
Approved Loader Models and Requirements
Figure OI-24
TRENCHER
LOADER MODEL LT213 LT313 LT414

S/N 045300101 S/N 045400101 S/N A0RS00101
and Above and Above and Above
553 X
753 All Models X
753 X
S/N 515844249 and Above
92 cm Depth Only
753 X
92-122 cm Depth
763 X X
773 X X
863 X
873 X
883 X
A220 X
A300 X X
S100 X
S160 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
S175 X X
All Models
S175 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
S185 X X
All Models
S185 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
S205 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
S220 X
S250 X X
S300 X X
S330 X
T180 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
T190 X X
All Models
T190 X
High Flow Only
122 cm Depth Only
T200 X
T250 X
T300 X
The chart [Figure OI-24] shows the approved trencher

models for each loader model.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D)
Approved Loader Models and Requirements (Cont’d)
NOTE: The LT213 and LT313 trenchers are not

approved for use with the High Flow Hydraulic
Operation.
The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a

non-approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for an
updated list of approved carriers.
WARNING
Never use attachments or buckets which are not
approved by the Bobcat Company. Buckets and
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
may cause injury or death.
W-2662-0707
Figure OI-25
P-31242
The loader must be equipped with front auxiliary

hydraulics [Figure OI-25].
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure OI-27
Entering And Leaving The Loader
WARNING
Before you leave the operator’s seat:
• Lower the lift arms, lay the attachment flat on the
ground.
• Stop the engine.
• Engage the parking brake.
• Raise seat bar.
• (Foot Pedal Controls) Move pedals until both lock.
N-18569
• (Advanced Control System-ACS) Move the
hydraulic controls to the NEUTRAL POSITION to
make sure that both lift and tilt functions are Enter the machine. Fasten the seat belt and adjust it so
deactivated. the buckle is centred between your hips [Figure OI-27].
The seat bar system must deactivate the lift and
tilt control functions when the seat bar is up. Figure OI-28
Service the system if hand controls do not
deactivate.
• (Selectable Joystick Controls-SJC) Move the
joysticks to the NEUTRAL POSITION to make sure
that travel and hydraulic functions are
deactivated.
The seat bar system must deactivate these
functions when the seat bar is up. Service the
system if controls do not deactivate.
W-2463-0603
Figure OI-26
N-18570
Lower the seat bar [Figure OI-28].
See your loader Operation and Maintenance Manual for

detailed information on operating the loader.
P-41520A
Use the trencher steps, grab handles (on cab) and the
safety treads (on top of the loader lift arms and frame) to
enter and exit the loader [Figure OI-26].
Trencher
Installation
Hand Lever Bob-Tach
NOTE: The illustrations and instructions provided

explain how to install a bucket attachment on
to a machine. Follow these same instructions
if you are installing different attachments such
as a grapple, tiller, combo bucket, etc.
The attachment mounting frame for the

attachment has a top flange that is designed to
receive the top edge of the Bob-Tach and the
lower part of the frame is designed to receive P-41502
the Bob-Tach wedges.
Pull the Bob-Tach levers all the way up [Figure OI-29].
WARNING Move to the operator’s position and fasten seat belt.
Start the engine and release the parking brake.

your safety. Failure to obey warnings may cause Figure OI-30
injury or death.
W-2044-1285
WARNING
Before you leave the operator’s position:
• Lower the lift arm(s) fully.
• Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other
controls until they are LOCKED or in the
NEUTRAL position.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE P-41504
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2500-0404
Tilt the Bob-Tach forward slightly.
Always inspect the machine's Bob-Tach and the Drive the machine slowly forward until the top edge of the
attachment mounting frame before installation. See the Bob-Tach is completely under the top flange of the
machine Operation and Maintenance Manual. (See DAILY attachment mounting plate [Figure OI-30].
INSPECTION on Page 7).
NOTE: Be sure the Bob-Tach levers do not hit the
attachment.
WARNING
Bob-Tach levers have spring tension. Hold lever
tightly and release slowly. Failure to obey warning
may cause injury.
W-2054-1285
Trencher
Hand Lever Bob-Tach (Cont’d)
Figure OI-31
P-41502A
Push down on the Bob-Tach levers until they are fully

engaged in the locked position [Figure OI-32].
Figure OI-33
P-41505
Tilt the Bob-Tach backward until the attachment is slightly

off the ground [Figure OI-31]. This will cause the
attachment frame to fit up against the front of the Bob-
Tach.
Stop the engine, engage the parking brake and leave the
machine.
Frame contact points
WARNING P-41506
Before you leave the operator’s position: The levers must contact the frame as shown when locked
• Lower the lift arm(s) fully. [Figure OI-33].
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other If the levers do not engage in the locked position, see
controls until they are LOCKED or in the your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.
NEUTRAL position.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
W-2500-0404
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Power Bob-Tach

WARNING
WARNING your safety. Failure to obey warnings may cause
injury or death.
W-2044-1285
Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in
attachment. Lever(s) must be fully down and locked.
Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall
W-2102-0497
WARNING
Figure OI-34
ground.
• Raise seat bar.
make sure that both lift and tilt functions are
deactivated.
Wedge must contact The seat bar system must deactivate the lift and
lower edge of hole in tilt control functions when the seat bar is up.
the attachment.
P-41509
deactivate.
The wedges must extend through the holes in the joysticks to the NEUTRAL POSITION to make sure
mounting frame of the attachment, securely fastening the that travel and hydraulic functions are
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure OI-34]. deactivated.
W-2463-0603
Enter the machine.
Fasten seat belt, lower the seat bar (if equipped), start the
engine, and release the parking brake.
Trencher
Power Bob-Tach (Cont’d)
Figure OI-35
Front Accessory Panel
1 P-41504

B-15993A
Drive the machine forward until the top edge of the Bob-
Tach is completely under the top flange of the attachment
Figure OI-36 mounting plate [Figure OI-37].

attachment.
Figure OI-38
P-41500
Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES UP switch

(Item 1) [Figure OI-35] until the levers are fully raised
[Figure OI-36].
P-41505

off the ground [Figure OI-38].
Trencher
Power Bob-Tach (Cont’d)
Figure OI-39
Front Accessory Panel
1
P-41506
2
The levers must contact the frame [Figure OI-41] as
B-15993A shown when locked.
NOTE: The Power Bob-Tach system has continuous If the levers do not engage in the locked position, see
pressurised hydraulic oil to keep the wedges your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.
in the engaged position and prevent
attachment disengagement. Because the
wedges can slowly lower, the operator may
need to reactivate the switch (BOB-TACH
WEDGES UP) to be sure both wedges are fully
WARNING
raised before installing the attachment. Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in
Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES UP switch Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall
(Item 1) [Figure OI-39] to ensure the wedges are fully off and cause injury or death.
raised. W-2102-0497
Figure OI-40
Figure OI-42
P-41500A
Wedge must contact
lower edge of hole
in the attachment.
Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES DOWN switch
(Item 2) [Figure OI-39] until the levers are fully engaged
[Figure OI-40] and the wedges are fully extended through P-41509
the mounting frame holes.

mounting frame of the attachment, securely fastening the
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure OI-42].
Trencher
Hydraulic Quick Couplers
WARNING
AVOID BURNS
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers can
get hot when running machine and attachments. Be
careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers. P-31242
W-2220-0396
Pressure Release Flush Face Coupler [Figure OI-43].
To Connect
IMPORTANT
Install the male coupler into the female coupler. Full
Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
environmentally safe manner. forward on the female coupler.
I-2066-0395
For First Time Installation
With the machine engine off, connect the attachment

IMPORTANT couplers to the machine couplers. Check that the
attachment hoses are not twisted and route to the
Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before making machine without contacting any moving parts. If
connections. Dirt can quickly damage the system. necessary, loosen the hoses and reroute the hoses as
I-2178-0698 needed. Tighten all connections before starting the
machine.
New attachments and new machines are factory equipped
with flush face couplers. If installing an attachment To Disconnect
equipped with poppet style couplers, the attachment
couplers will have to be changed to match the machine. Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the machine Operation
See your Bobcat dealer for parts information. and Maintenance Manual for correct procedure). Push the
couplers together, hold for five seconds. Retract the
NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully sleeve on the female coupler until the couplers
engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully disconnect.
engage, check to see that the couplers are the
same size and type.
NOTE: New production LT414 trenchers are

dispatched with special high flow quick
couplers. The female coupler can be identified
by the black sliding collar. High flow quick
couplers must be replaced as a set (male and
female). When replacing a quick coupler on a
LT414 be sure to replace it with the correct
type. See your Bobcat dealer for parts
information.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) S100 Auxiliary Hydraulics Controls
Control Functions Figure OI-45
WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 metres away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects may cause injury or death. 1
W-2119-0788
With the operator in the loader operator seat, the seat belt
fastened and the seat bar lowered, start the engine.
Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See your machine P-75782

Operation and Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure).
NOTE: Remove the auxiliary control lock-out bolt and
NOTE: The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated nut (Item 1) [Figure OI-45] before using the
before attachment operation. auxiliary control for the first time.
Figure OI-44 The handle of the right steering lever (Item 2)

[Figure OI-45] is also the control lever for the front
auxiliary hydraulics.
1
Move the handle to the right or to the left to activate the
auxiliary hydraulics and operate an attachment. Moving
the lever in the opposite direction will reverse the action of
the attachment.
Move the handle all the way to the right to put the control
valve in the locked position for a constant flow of hydraulic
fluid under pressure to the quick couplers.
Move the handle out of the locked position before leaving

the operator cab.
P-13254A
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-44] to the left will

side-shift the trencher to the right.
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-44] to the right

will side-shift the trencher to the left.
NOTE: The 'backwards' switch function for side

shifting is intentional and is used to avoid
undesired boom drifting. DO NOT make
changes to the trencher to change the
direction of the side shift function.
Trencher
Operation With The Loader
Manual Side Shift
If the trencher is not equipped with hydraulic side shift, the

trencher must be side-shifted manually. For availability
and operation. (See Hydraulic Side Shift on Page 21).
Stop the engine and leave the machine when changing 2

1
the side shift position.
WARNING P-41522A
Before you leave the operator’s seat: Figure OI-47

ground.
• Raise seat bar. 2 1
deactivated.
tilt control functions when the seat bar is up.
deactivate.
P-41525
deactivated. Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) [Figure OI-46] and
The seat bar system must deactivate these [Figure OI-47] from the blocks (Item 2) [Figure OI-46]
functions when the seat bar is up. Service the and [Figure OI-47].
W-2463-0603 Move the trencher to the desired position.
Slide the blocks (Item 2) [Figure OI-46] and

[Figure OI-47] against the trencher frame.
WARNING Tighten the bolts to 34-38 N•m torque.

• Lower the lift arm, lay the attachment flat on the
ground.
• Put Travel Direction Control Lever in PARK.
• Raise operator arm rest.
W-2443-1102
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) LT213 And LT313 Trenchers
Operation With The Loader (Cont’d) Figure OI-48
Hydraulic Side Shift Side Shift Chain Rotation

Position Position
Hydraulic side shift is optional for the LT213 and LT313
trenchers. It is available as a field-installed kit from your
Bobcat dealer.
Hydraulic side shift is standard on the LT414 trenchers.
Stop the engine and leave the machine when changing

the hydraulic side shift selector valve. 1
WARNING P-41547 P-41546
Before you leave the operator’s seat: Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the side shift
• Lower the lift arms, lay the attachment flat on the position [Figure OI-48].
ground.
• Stop the engine. LT414 Trenchers
• Raise seat bar. Figure OI-49
• (Advanced Control System-ACS) Move the Side Shift Chain Rotation
hydraulic controls to the NEUTRAL POSITION to Position Position
deactivated.
deactivate.
• (Selectable Joystick Controls-SJC) Move the 1
deactivated.
The seat bar system must deactivate these 1
functions when the seat bar is up. Service the P-60944 P-60943
W-2463-0603
Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the side shift
position [Figure OI-49].
Enter the cab and fasten the seat belt, lower the operator
WARNING arm rest, and start the engine. Release the parking brake.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated before

Before you leave the operator’s seat: operation.
ground.
W-2443-1102
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) LT213 And LT313 Trenchers
Operation With The Loader (Cont’d) Figure OI-51
Hydraulic Side Shift (Cont’d) Side Shift Chain Rotation

Position Position
Figure OI-50
P-41547 P-41546
Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the chain rotation

P-13254A position [Figure OI-51].
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-50] to the left will LT414 Trenchers
Figure OI-52
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-50] to the right
will side-shift the trencher to the left. Side Shift Chain Rotation
Position Position
Move the bar to the desired position.

1
Stop the engine and leave the machine.
1
P-60944 P-60943

arm rest, and start the engine. Release the parking brake.
Trencher
Operation With The Loader (Cont’d)
Trenching Procedure
WARNING
cave-in or flying objects may cause injury or death.
W-2119-0788 1
P-13254A
WARNING Press the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-55] to start trencher

chain rotation.
Check for underground utility lines before digging. Tilt the Bob-Tach forward slowly until the end of the
W-2120-0788 attachment contacts the ground [Figure OI-54] and starts
digging the trench.
Figure OI-53
NOTE: Tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground
[Figure OI-54] SLOWLY or damage to the
trench cleaner shoe may occur.
When the attachment is approximately at a 60° angle to

the ground, it is at the best digging position.
Drive backwards and continue trenching until the desired

length of trench is reached.

P-41530
Figure OI-54
P-41531
Activate the auxiliary hydraulics.
Tilt the trencher forward [Figure OI-53].
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Power Bob-Tach Option
Removal Enter the machine.
Fasten seat belt, lower the seat bar, start the engine and
release the parking brake.
WARNING Figure OI-57
AVOID BURNS
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers can Front Accessory Panel
couplers.
W-2220-0396
Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the machine Operation

and Maintenance Manual for correct procedure). 1
Disconnect auxiliary hydraulic hoses. (See Hydraulic

Quick Couplers on Page 18).
B-15993
Hand Lever Bob-Tach
Figure OI-56 Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES UP switch

(Item 1) [Figure OI-57] until the levers and wedges are
fully raised.
For All Machines
Figure OI-58
P-41502B
Move to operator’s position and fasten seat belt.
P-41504A
Tilt the Bob-Tach forward while backing the machine away

from the attachment [Figure OI-58].
NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the

attachment from freezing to the ground, lay the
attachment on planks or blocks before
removing the attachment from the machine.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC
HANDLERS
Approved Telescopic Handler Models and

Requirements
Figure OI-59
TRENCHER
TELESCOPIC
HANDLER MODEL LT313
T2250 X

model for the T2250Telescopic Telescopic Handler.

WARNING
approved by the Bobcat Company. Buckets and
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are
W-2662-0707
Figure OI-60
P-75480
The Telescopic Handler must be equipped with front

auxiliary hydraulics [Figure OI-60] for proper operation of
the trencher. See your Bobcat dealer for available kits.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC Exiting The Telescopic Handler
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Stop the engine, engage the parking brake, remove seat
Entering And Leaving The Telescopic Handler belt, and exit the machine.
See your Telescopic Handler Operation and Maintenance

Manual for detailed information on operating the
WARNING Telescopic Handler.

• Put the travel Direction Control Lever and the
Joystick in neutral.
• Retract and lower the boom and attachment flat
on the ground.
• Stop the engine. Raise the restraint bar (if
equipped).
W-2637-0607
WARNING
The Lateral Operator Restraint System (LORS) must
deactivate the lift, tilt, boom extend, auxiliary
hydraulic and traction drive functions. If it does not,
contact your dealer for service. DO NOT MODIFY THE
SYSTEM. Operate only from the operator’s position.
W-2496-0304
Figure OI-61
P-39865
Entering The Telescopic Handler
Use the hand grabs (Item 1) [Figure OI-61] to enter the

the operator cab.
Move to the operator position, fasten seat belt, and

disengage the parking brake.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC Figure OI-62
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Installation
Hand Lever Bob-Tach

explain how to install a bucket attachment on
to a machine. Follow these same instructions

attachment has a top flange designed to
receive the top edge of the Bob-Tach and the P-41502
lower part of the frame is designed to receive
Move to the operator position, fasten seat belt, start

WARNING engine and disengage the parking brake.
Figure OI-63
your safety. Failure to obey warnings may cause
injury or death.
W-2044-1285
WARNING
• Retract and lower the boom and attachment flat P-41504
on the ground.
equipped).
Drive the machine slowly forwards until the top edge of
W-2637-0607 the Bob-Tach is completely under the top flange of the
attachment mounting plate [Figure OI-63].
Always inspect the machine's Bob-Tach and the NOTE: Be sure the Bob-Tach levers do not hit the
attachment mounting frame before installation. See the attachment.
machine Operation and Maintenance Manual. (See DAILY
WARNING
may cause injury.
W-2054-1285
Trencher
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Figure OI-64
P-41502A

Figure OI-66
P-41505

Tach.
Stop the engine, engage the parking brake and leave the
machine.
WARNING P-41506

• Put the travel Direction Control Lever and the The levers must contact the frame as shown when locked
Joystick in neutral. [Figure OI-66].
• Retract and lower the boom and attachment flat If the levers do not engage in the locked position, see
on the ground. your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.
equipped).
W-2637-0607
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC Hydraulic Quick Couplers
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
WARNING
WARNING AVOID BURNS
Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
attachment. Lever(s) must be fully down and locked. couplers.
Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall W-2220-0396
W-2102-0497
Figure OI-67
IMPORTANT
Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.
I-2066-0395
IMPORTANT
Wedge must contact
lower edge of hole in Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before making
the attachment. connections. Dirt can quickly damage the system.
P-41509 I-2178-0698
The wedges must extend through the holes in the New attachments and new machines are factory equipped
mounting frame of the attachment, securely fastening the with flush face couplers. If installing an attachment
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure OI-67]. equipped with poppet style couplers, the attachment
couplers will have to be changed to match the machine.
See your Bobcat dealer for parts information.
NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully

engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully
same size and type.
Remove any dirt or debris from the surface of both the

male and female couplers, and from the outside diameter
of the male coupler. Visually check the couplers for
corroding, cracking, damage, or excessive wear. If any of
these conditions exist, the coupler(s) must be replaced.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Flush Face Coupler
Figure OI-68
P-75480
To Connect

connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
forward on the female coupler.
For First Time Installation

couplers to the machine couplers. Check that the
machine without contacting any moving parts. If
necessary, loosen the hoses and reroute the hoses as
needed. Tighten all connections before starting the
machine.
To Disconnect

and Maintenance Manual for correct procedure). Retract
the sleeve on the female coupler until the couplers
disconnect.
Trencher
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Control Functions
WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 metres away from equipment 1 2
W-2119-0788
P-75409 P-75410
IMPORTANT Press the button (Item 1) to start forward trencher chain

rotation. Press the button a second time to stop trencher
When using ground engaging attachments, boom chain rotation [Figure OI-69].
extension must not exceed 250 mm. Exceeding this
limit may cause boom and/or hydraulic cylinder To reverse the trencher chain rotation, push and hold the
damage. switch (Item 2) up, then press the button (Item 1)
I-2266-0807
[Figure OI-69]. Release both the switch and the button for
continuous reverse trencher chain rotation.
Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See your machine
Operation and Maintenance Manual and Operator’s Press button (Item 1) [Figure OI-69] a second time to
Handbook for correct procedure). stop trencher chain rotation.
NOTE: The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated

before attachment operation.

engine and disengage the parking brake.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Load Capacity Chart
6923647
Trencher
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Operation With The Telescopic Handler
Manual Side Shift 2 1

trencher must be side-shifted manually. (See Hydraulic
Side Shift on Page 21).

the side shift position.
WARNING P-41525
Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) from the blocks (Item 2)

[Figure OI-70] and [Figure OI-71].
Move the trencher to the desired position.
Slide the blocks (Item 2) [Figure OI-70] and
on the ground.
[Figure OI-71] against the trencher frame.
equipped).
Tighten the bolts to 34-38 N•m torque.
W-2637-0607
Hydraulic Side Shift
Figure OI-70 Hydraulic side shift is optional for the LT313 trencher. It is
available as a field-installed kit from your Bobcat dealer.

the hydraulic side shift selector valve.
2
1
WARNING
P-41522A
on the ground.
equipped).
W-2637-0607
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC Move the bar to the desired position.
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Stop the engine and exit the machine.
Operation With The Telescopic Handler (Cont’d)
Figure OI-74
Hydraulic Side Shift (Cont’d)
Side Shift Chain Rotation
Figure OI-72 Position Position

Position Position
1
1
1 P-41547 P-41546
P-41547 P-41546 Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the chain rotation
Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the side shift Move to the operator position, fasten seat belt, start
position [Figure OI-72]. engine and disengage the parking brake.


Figure OI-73
P-75410
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-73] down will side

shift the trencher to the right.
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-73] up will side

shift the trencher to the left.

Trencher
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Operation With The Telescopic Handler (Cont’d)
Trenching Procedure
WARNING
1
W-2119-0788
P-75409
WARNING Press the button (Item 1) [Figure OI-77] to start trencher

chain rotation.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH Tilt the Bob-Tach forward slowly until the end of the
Check for underground utility lines before digging. attachment contacts the ground [Figure OI-76] and starts
W-2120-0788
digging the trench.
Figure OI-75 NOTE: Tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground


Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired


P-41530 undesired boom drifting. DO NOT make
Figure OI-76
P-41531
Activate the auxiliary hydraulics.
Trencher
HANDLERS (CONT’D)
Removal
WARNING
AVOID BURNS
couplers.
W-2220-0396
P-41504A

and Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure). Tilt the Bob-Tach forward while backing the machine away
Quick Couplers on Page 29). NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the
Hand Lever Bob-Tach removing the attachment from the machine.
Figure OI-78
P-41502B

Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Entering And Leaving The Work Machine
MACHINES
Enter and leave the operator seat of the work machine
Approved Work Machine Models and Requirements from the left side.
Figure OI-80 NOTE: The left side of the work machine as viewed
TRENCHER from the operator seat.
WORK MACHINE LT213 LT313
MODEL S/N 045300101 S/N 045400101 Figure OI-82
and Above and Above Entering
5600 X X

models for the utility work machine model 5600.

1
WARNING 2
P-39376

approved by the Bobcat Company. Buckets and Fasten the seat belt (Item 1) snugly and lower the
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are operator arm rest (Item 2) [Figure OI-82].
W-2662-0707
Figure OI-81
WARNING
ground.
W-2443-1102
P-66038
The machine must be equipped with front auxiliary

hydraulics [Figure OI-81] for proper operation of the
trencher. See your Bobcat dealer for available kits.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Installation
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Hand Lever Bob-Tach
Entering And Leaving The Work Machine (Cont’d)
Figure OI-83 explain how to install a bucket attachment on
Leaving to a machine. Follow these same instructions
2
attachment has a top flange designed to
receive the top edge of the Bob-Tach and the
lower part of the frame is designed to receive
1 WARNING
P-39399 P-39400
your safety. Failure to obey warnings may cause
Raise the operator arm rest (Item 1) [Figure OI-83] to injury or death.
deactivate lift, tilt, auxiliary and drive functions. W-2044-1285
Press the red release button (Item 2) [Figure OI-83] to

disconnect the seat belt.
Remove the key and leave the cab. WARNING

See your utility work machine Operation and Maintenance Before you leave the operator’s position:
Manual for detailed information on operating the work • Lower the lift arm(s) fully.
machine. • Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
NEUTRAL position.
W-2500-0404
Always inspect the machine's Bob-Tach and the

attachment mounting frame before installation. See the
machine Operation and Maintenance Manual. (See DAILY
WARNING
may cause injury.
W-2054-1285
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Figure OI-86
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Figure OI-84
P-41505

Tach.
P-41502 Stop the engine, engage the parking brake and leave the
machine.
Move to the operator’s position and fasten seat belt.

WARNING
Figure OI-85 • Lower the lift arm(s) fully.
NEUTRAL position.
W-2500-0404
Figure OI-87
P-41504
Drive the machine slowly forward until the top edge of the
Bob-Tach is completely under the top flange of the
attachment mounting plate [Figure OI-85].
P-41502A

attachment.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Figure OI-88
P-41506
The levers must contact the frame as shown when locked

[Figure OI-88].
If the levers do not engage in the locked position, see

your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.
WARNING
Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes in
Failure to secure wedges may allow attachment to fall
W-2102-0497
Figure OI-89
Wedge must contact

lower edge of hole
in the attachment.
P-41509

attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure OI-89].
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Pressure Released Flush Face Coupler
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Figure OI-90
Hydraulic Quick Couplers

attachment to the Bob-Tach.
WARNING
AVOID BURNS
P-66038
couplers.
W-2220-0396
To Connect

IMPORTANT connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
forward on the female coupler.
Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner. For First Time Installation
I-2066-0395

couplers to the machine couplers. Check that the
IMPORTANT machine without contacting any moving parts. If
necessary, loosen the hoses and reroute the hoses as
needed. Tighten all connections before starting the
Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before making machine.
connections. Dirt can quickly damage the system.
I-2178-0698
To Disconnect
New attachments and new machines are factory equipped
with flush face couplers. If installing an attachment Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the machine Operation
equipped with poppet style couplers, the attachment and Maintenance Manual for correct procedure). Push the
couplers will have to be changed to match the machine. couplers together, hold for five seconds. Retract the
See your Bobcat dealer for parts information. sleeve on the female coupler until the couplers
disconnect.
NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully
engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully
same size and type.
Remove any dirt or debris from the surface of both the

male and female couplers, and from the outside diameter
of the male coupler. Visually check the couplers for
corroding, cracking, damage, or excessive wear. If any of
these conditions exist, the coupler(s) must be replaced.
Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Operation With The Work Machine
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Manual Side Shift
Control Functions
trencher must be side-shifted manually. (See Manual Side
Shift on Page 43).
WARNING Stop the engine and leave the machine when changing
Keep all bystanders 6 metres away from equipment the side shift position.
W-2119-0788
WARNING
With the operator in the operator’s seat, seat belt
fastened, operator arm rest lowered, start the engine. Before you leave the operator’s seat:
Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See your machine ground.
Operation and Maintenance Manual and Operator’s • Stop the engine.
Handbook for correct procedure). • Engage the parking brake.
• Raise seat bar.
NOTE: The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated • (Foot Pedal Controls) Move pedals until both lock.
before to attachment operation. • (Advanced Control System-ACS) Move the
Figure OI-91 make sure that both lift and tilt functions are
deactivated.
deactivate.
1
deactivated.
W-2463-0603
P-39386
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-91] to the left will WARNING
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-91] to the right Before you leave the operator’s seat:
will side-shift the trencher to the left. • Lower the lift arm, lay the attachment flat on the
ground.
NOTE: The 'backwards' switch function for side • Put Travel Direction Control Lever in PARK.
shifting is intentional and is used to avoid • Stop the engine.
undesired boom drifting. DO NOT make • Raise operator arm rest.
changes to the trencher to change the W-2443-1102
Trencher
Operation With The Work Machine (Cont’d) Hydraulic Side Shift
Manual Side Shift Hydraulic side-shift is optional for the LT213 and LT313
trenchers. It is available as a field-installed kit from your
Figure OI-92 Bobcat dealer.
Hydraulic side-shift is standard on the LT414 trenchers.

the hydraulic side-shift selector valve.
1
2 WARNING
ground.
P-41522A
• Raise seat bar.
Figure OI-93 • (Foot Pedal Controls) Move pedals until both lock.
deactivated.
2 1
deactivate.
deactivated.
P-41525
W-2463-0603
Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) [Figure OI-92] and

[Figure OI-93] from the blocks (Item 2) [Figure OI-92]
and [Figure OI-93].
WARNING
Move the trencher to the desired position.
Slide the blocks (Item 2) [Figure OI-92] and Before you leave the operator’s seat:
[Figure OI-93] against the trencher frame. • Lower the lift arm, lay the attachment flat on the
ground.
Tighten the bolts to 34-38 N•m torque. • Put Travel Direction Control Lever in PARK.
W-2443-1102
Trencher
Operation With The Work Machine (Cont’d) Figure OI-95
Hydraulic Side Shift (Cont’d)
Figure OI-94

Position Position
1
1
P-39386
1
Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-95] to the left will
P-41547 P-41546 side-shift the trencher to the right.
Move the selector valve lever (Item 1) to the side shift Pressing the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-95] to the right
position [Figure OI-94]. will side-shift the trencher to the left.
Enter the cab and fasten the seat belt, lower the operator NOTE: The 'backwards' switch function for side
arm rest, and start the engine. Release the parking brake. shifting is intentional and is used to avoid
The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated before changes to the trencher to change the
operation. (See the machine Operation and Maintenance direction of the side shift function.
Manual for correct procedure).
Move the bar to the desired position.
Stop the engine and leave the machine.
Figure OI-96

Position Position
P-41547 P-41546

Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Figure OI-98
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Operation With The Work Machine (Cont’d)
Trenching Procedure
WARNING
cave-in or flying objects may cause injury or death. P-41531
W-2119-0788

Check for underground utility lines before digging.
W-2120-0788
arm rest, and start the engine. Release the parking brake.
1
NOTE: The auxiliary hydraulics must be activated

before attachment operation. P-39386
Figure OI-97
Press the switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-99] to start trencher
chain rotation.
Tilt the Bob-Tach forward slowly until the end of the

attachment contacts the ground [Figure OI-97] and starts
digging the trench.
NOTE: Tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground


P-41530
Drive backwards and continue trenching until the desired

Trencher
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK Power Bob-Tach Option
MACHINES (CONT’D)
Enter the machine.
Removal
Fasten seat belt, lower the seat bar, start the engine and
release the parking brake.
AVOID BURNS Front Accessory Panel

couplers.
W-2220-0396
Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the machine Operation 1

and Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure).

Quick Couplers on Page 18).
B-15993
Hand Lever Bob-Tach

Push and hold the BOB-TACH WEDGES UP switch
Figure OI-100 (Item 1) [Figure OI-101] until the levers and wedges are
fully raised.
For All Machines
Figure OI-102
P-41502B
Move to operator’s position and fasten seat belt.
P-41504A
Tilt the Bob-Tach forward while backing the machine away

NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the

removing the attachment from the machine.
Trencher
LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER
Procedure Fastening
Figure OI-103 Figure OI-105
P-15729 P-15728 P-15734 P-15732
Figure OI-104 Figure OI-106
P-15730
P-15727 P-15733 P-15731
NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of Fasten the chains to the trencher [Figure OI-105] and
adequate size to lift the attachment [Figure OI-106].
[Figure OI-103] and [Figure OI-104].
Use chain binders to prevent the trencher from moving
Fasten the chains to the trencher [Figure OI-103] and during transport.
[Figure OI-104].
Secure the hydraulic hoses to the trencher.
See the correct Machine Operation and Maintenance

Manual to properly chain the machine to the transport
vehicle.
Trencher
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE
ON A TRAILER
Loading And Fastening
Loading And Unloading
Load the attachment towards the front of the transport

vehicle.
See the correct machine Operation and Maintenance

Manual to properly load and unload the machine on a
transport vehicle.
Fastening The Attachment And Machine To The Transport

Vehicle.
See the correct machine Operation and Maintenance

Manual to properly chain the attachment and machine to
the transport vehicle.
Trencher
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
LT213 CHAIN PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

91 cm DS SS/102 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
91 cm DS/102 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
91 cm DS CC/102 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

122 cm DS SS/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
122 cm DS/203 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
91 cm DS/203 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
122 cm DS CC/203 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
91 cm DS CC/203 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 PREVENTIVE
91 cm DS CC/203 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 MAINTENANCE
122 cm DS CC/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
91 cm DSP/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
122 cm DSP/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

122 cm Shark Tooth/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
122 cm DS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
122 cm SS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
122 cm DS Carbide Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain. . . . . . . . . . . . 68
152 cm DS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
152 cm DS Shark Tooth/152 cm - Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
LUBRICATING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Lubrication locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Auger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Digging Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Tooth Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Trench Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Trencher
Trencher
LUBRICATING THE ATTACHMENT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Lubrication locations Auger
Figure PM-1 Figure PM-2
P-32318
1
P-41526
Add grease daily to the idler wheels (Item 1)

[Figure PM-1] on the LT313 and LT414 trenchers.
Remove the mounting bolt (Item 1) [Figure PM-2] and nut
from the auger mounting shaft.
LT213 and LT313 Installation: Tighten auger mounting

bolt and nut to 88-95 N•m torque.
LT414 Installation: Tighten auger mounting bolt and nut

to 170-190 N•m torque.
Figure PM-3
P-41528
Slide the auger (Item 1) [Figure PM-3] off the mounting

shaft.
Apply anti-seize to the shaft (Item 2) [Figure PM-3] when

installing the auger.
Trencher
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CONT’D) Adjustment
Auger (Cont’d) Figure PM-5
Figure PM-4
4 2
3 1
1 P-32309
P-41527
LT 213 Trencher (Three holes in shaft)
NOTE: It may not be possible to loosen the auger by Locate the auger in the hole (Item 1) [Figure PM-5]
hand. If so, remove the bolt (Item 1) closest to the chain sprocket when using the 102 cm
[Figure PM-4] from the end of the auger and digging width.
install a puller to loosen the auger.
Locate the auger in the second hole (Item 2)
LT213 and LT313 Installation: Tighten auger mounting [Figure PM-5] when using the 152 cm digging width.
bolt and nut to 88-95 N•m torque.
Locate the auger in the third hole (Item 3) [Figure PM-5]
LT414 Installation: Tighten auger mounting bolt and nut when using the 203 cm digging width.
to 170-190 N•m torque.
LT 313 and LT414 Trencher (Four holes in shaft)
Locate the auger in the hole (Item 1) [Figure PM-5]

closest to the chain sprocket when using the 152 cm
digging width.
Locate the auger in the second hole (Item 2)

[Figure PM-5] when using the 203 cm digging width.
Locate the auger in the third hole (Item 3) [Figure PM-5]

when using the 254 cm digging width.
Locate the auger in the fourth hole (Item 4) [Figure PM-5]

when using the 305 cm digging width.
Trencher
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CONT’D) Figure PM-8
Trench Cleaner
WARNING 1

W-2019-0907 P-15704
Figure PM-6 Remove the washer (Item 1) [Figure PM-8].
Figure PM-9
1 1
P-15702
Remove the nut (Item 1) [Figure PM-6] and washer. 2 P-15705
Installation: Tighten the nut and bolt to 88-95 N•m

torque. Remove the bolt (Item 1) [Figure PM-9], washer, spacer,
roller and washer.
Figure PM-7
Repeat the procedure for the front bolt (Item 2)
[Figure PM-9]. Remove the trench cleaner.
1
P-15703
Remove the spacer (Item 1) and roller (Item 2)

[Figure PM-7].
Trencher
Digging Chain
1
One Piece Procedure
NOTE: The chain may be removed in one piece or

split. Both procedures are shown.
3
WARNING
AVOID INJURY 2 P-32311
Grease and fitting can be under high pressure. Stand
on side of boom opposite lubrication fitting when
applying or removing tension from digging chain. Remove the top bolt (Item 1) and loosen the bottom bolt
Keep bystanders away. Use correct fitting to prevent (Item 2). Pivot the cover (Item 3) down [Figure PM-11].
pressure from blowing it off.
W-2110-0695 Figure PM-12
Figure PM-10
P-32312
P-32310
Loosen the bleed screw (Item 1) [Figure PM-12].
With the trencher installed on the loader, disconnect the Figure PM-13
auxiliary hydraulic hoses and install a hoist on the end of
the boom [Figure PM-10].
P-32313
Push the cylinder back to put slack in the chain (Item 1)

[Figure PM-13].
Trencher
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
Digging Chain (Cont’d)
One Piece Procedure (Cont’d)
Figure PM-14
P-32313
Remove the chain (Item 1) [Figure PM-14] from the boom

end.
Figure PM-15
P-32314
Remove the chain (Item 1) [Figure PM-15] from the drive

sprocket.
Remove the chain.
NOTE: When replacing an old chain with a new one,

always replace the worn sprockets at the same
time. Sprockets should be replaced if they
have worn into a hook shape. A new chain
installed on worn sprockets will wear out more
rapidly than normal.
Trencher
Split Procedure 1
WARNING 3
AVOID INJURY
Grease and fitting can be under high pressure. Stand
on side of boom opposite lubrication fitting when
applying or removing tension from digging chain.
Keep bystanders away. Use correct fitting to prevent 2 P-32311
pressure from blowing it off.
W-2110-0695
Remove the top bolt (Item 1) and loosen the bottom bolt
Figure PM-16 (Item 2). Pivot the cover (Item 3) down [Figure PM-17].
Figure PM-18
P-32310
P-32312
With the trencher installed on the loader, disconnect the

auxiliary hydraulic hoses and install a hoist on the end of Loosen the bleed screw (Item 1) [Figure PM-18].
the boom [Figure PM-16].
Figure PM-19
P-32313
Push the cylinder back to put slack in the chain

[Figure PM-19].
Trencher
Split Procedure (Cont’d) 1
Figure PM-20
P-32317
Slide the chain (Item 1) [Figure PM-22] off the boom.
1
P-32315
Remove the retainer pin (Item 1) [Figure PM-20].
Figure PM-21
P-32316
The pin (Item 1) is a slight press fit. Back up the chain

using a large hammer while driving the pin (Item 1)
[Figure PM-21] out.
WARNING
W-2019-0907
Trencher
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CONT’D) Tooth Removal And Installation
Adjustment WARNING
IMPORTANT the following conditions exist:
Boom cylinder must be full of grease to work
correctly; any air in cylinder can cause damage. Do
not put excessive tension on the chain. This will W-2019-0907
cause faster chain wear and power loss.
I-2046-0695
Figure PM-25
Figure PM-23
P-32320
P-32312
Remove the two nuts (Item 1) [Figure PM-25].
Figure PM-24
Figure PM-26
38 mm
P-41529 1
P-32321
Add grease to the grease fitting (Item 1) [Figure PM-23]

Remove the two bolts (Item 1) and tooth (Item 2)
until there is 38 mm clearance between the bottom of the
[Figure PM-26].
chain guide and the top of the chain [Figure PM-24].
Installation: Tighten the bolts to 125-135 N•m torque.
Trencher
LT213 CHAIN PATTERNS
91 cm DS SS/102 cm - Digging Chain

Repeat 1 to 6 twice, then repeat 4 to 8.
8
7
1
6959304
91 cm DS/102 cm - Digging Chain
Start with 1 to 10, then repeat 2 and 3,

then repeat 1 to 10, then repeat 1 to 5,
then repeat 2 and 3, then repeat 6 to 10. 8
4 10
9
2
3
1
6959305
Trencher
LT213 CHAIN PATTERNS (CONT’D)
91 cm DS CC/102 cm - Digging Chain

Start with 1 to 12 twice, then repeat 3 to 12.
12
10
9
6 7
4
8 11
1
2
6959306

10
Start with 1 to 5, then repeat 6 to 11 twice.
11
7
9
6
5
2
1 6959337
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 6 three times, on the third pattern

DO NOT skip a station between 5 and 6.
3
4
B-17306A
Repeat 1 to 6 twice, then repeat 3 and 6.
3
4
2
B-17306A
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 10 twice, then repeat 3 to 5, 7

then 7 to 10.
9
8
4 10
6
3
P-21327
Repeat 1 to 10 twice, then repeat 4 and 5 only. 7
9
8
4 10
6
3
P-21327
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 18 twice, then add 1 and 2. 18
17
13
12 16
9
8
15
5
11
10
3
7
4
6
14
2
B-17311A
Repeat 1 to 16 twice.
13
12
9
15 16
8
11
7 10
5
6
3
4
14
2
B-17310A
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 18 one time, then add 6 to 18. 17
16 18
13
12
9
8 15
5
11
10
7
3
6
4
14
2
B-17311A
Repeat 1 to 16 twice, then add 1 to 5.

After installing 5, add 12. 13
12
9 16
8 15
11
5 7 10
6
3
4
14
2
P-21328
Trencher
91 cm DSP/152 cm - Digging Chain
Repeat 1 to 10 three times. 9
6 10
4
8
5
3
6959242
122 cm DSP/152 cm - Digging Chain
Repeat 1 to 10 three times, then add 1 to 5. 9
6 10
4
8
5
3
6959242
Trencher
122 cm Shark Tooth/152 cm - Digging Chain
Repeat 1 to 10 three times, repeat station 3,

then repeat stations 7 to 10.
10
9
6
1 4
3 8
5 7
P-60948
122 cm DS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain
Start with 1 to 15 twice, then repeat 1 to 5. 14
12
11
15
9
7
4 13
6
1
2
10
8
P-60949
Trencher
122 cm SS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain
Start with 1 to 9, 11 to 19, then repeat 1 to 9. 31 35

Add 31 to 35.
27
23
33
21
29
17
25
13
11
7
19
1 3
15
5 9
P-60950
Repeat 1 to 14 twice, then add 7 to 13.

13
11
1
3
9
5
P-60951
Trencher
122 cm DS Carbide Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain
Repeat 1 to 15 twice, then repeat 1 to 3,

15
then add 7 to 11. 13
9 11
8
7
14
1 5
4 12
6 10
P-60952

17
Start with 1 to 5, then repeat 6 to 11 twice.
13
15
9
8
7
16
5
4 14
3 12
2
11
1
10
6
P-60953
Trencher
152 cm DS Cup/152 cm - Digging Chain
Start with 1 to 10 four times, then add 4 and 5.
2 7
4
6
10
8
1
5
P-60954
Start with 1 to 15 twice, then add 4 and 15.
15
13
12
11
9
8
1 3 5 7
4
10 14
P-60955
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 17 twice, then add 10 to 17. 17

15
13
12
5 11
8 16
9
7
1 14
10
3 4
2
P-60956
152 cm DS Shark Tooth/152 cm - Digging Chain
Repeat 1 to 10 four times, then add 7 and 8.

10
1 9
3 4 8
7
P-60957
Trencher
Repeat 1 to 10 twice, then add 6.

9
6
10
2
8
P-60958
Repeat 1 to 7 three times.

7
1
5
7
4
P-60959
Trencher
Trencher
SPECIFICATIONS
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
LT213 And LT313 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
LT414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
TRENCHER ATTACHMENT SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

LT213 And LT313 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
LT414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
SPECIFICATIONS
Trencher
Trencher
TRENCHER ATTACHMENT SPECIFICATIONS
LT213 And LT313
• All dimensions are shown in millimetres.
• Where applicable, specifications conform to ISO standards and are subject to change without notice.
P-60976
DESCRIPTION LT 213 LT 313 (91 CM) LT 313 (122 CM)

Operating Weight (Without Teeth) 329 kg 433 kg 444 kg
Overall Length (A) 1880 mm 2019 mm 2273 mm
Flow Range 42-68 L/min. 57-83 L/min. 57-83 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure 20684 KPa 20684 KPa 20684 KPa
Chain Size 42 mm 50.8 mm 50.8 mm
Chain Speed @ 68 L/min 98.5 m/min. 106.7 m/min. 106.7 m/min.
Standard Boom Length (B) 1334 mm 1410 mm 1664 mm
Frame Width (D) 1422 mm 1422 mm 1422 mm
Digging Depth @ 60° (C) 0.9 m 0.9 m 1.2 m
Chain Tightener Grease Cylinder Grease Cylinder Grease Cylinder
Auger Diameter 305 mm 305 mm 305 mm
Auger Clearance (F) 351-401 mm 607-686 mm 607-686 mm
Side Shift Travel (E) 587 mm 587 mm 587 mm
Trenching Widths Available 101-203 mm 152-305 mm 152-305 mm
Trencher
TRENCHER ATTACHMENT SPECIFICATIONS (CONT’D)
LT414
• All dimensions are shown in millimetres
• Where applicable, specifications conform to ISO standards and are subject to change without notice.
P-60976
DESCRIPTION LT414 (122 CM) LT414 (152 CM)

Operating Weight (Without Teeth) 539 kg 556 kg
Overall Length (A) 2286 mm 2642 mm
Flow Range 105-151 L/min. 105-151 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure 22750 KPa 22750 KPa
Chain Size 50.8 mm 50.8 mm
Chain Speed @ 68 L/min 100 m/min 100 m/min
Standard Boom Length (B) 1651 mm 2011 mm
Frame Width (D) 1428.8 mm 1428.8 mm
Digging Depth @ 60° (C) 1270 mm 1575 mm
Chain Tightener Grease Cylinder Grease Cylinder
Auger Diameter 305 mm / 362 mm 305 mm / 362 mm
Auger Clearance (F) 594-671 mm 594-671 mm
Side Shift Travel (E) 554 mm 554 mm
Trenching Widths Available 152-305 mm 152-203 mm
Trencher
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC
LT213 And LT313
.76 mm
P-60977
Trencher
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC (CONT’D)
LT414
P-60960
Trencher
WARRANTY
BOBCAT ATTACHMENTS
DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. warrants to its authorised dealers who in turn warrant to the end-user / owner that each Bobcat
serial-numbered attachment will be free from proven defects in material and workmanship for twelve months after delivery
to the end-user / owner. A Bobcat Attachment is defined as being manufactured by Bobcat or having been approved and
sold by DOOSAN BENELUX S.A..
During the warranty period, the authorised Bobcat dealer shall repair or replace, at DOOSAN BENELUX S.A.'s option,
without charge for parts, labour and travel time of mechanics any part of the Bobcat product which fails because of defects
in material and workmanship. The end-user / owner shall provide the authorised dealer with prompt written notice of the
defect and allow reasonable time for replacement or repair. DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. may, at its option, request that failed
parts to be returned to the factory. Transportation of the Bobcat product to the authorised Bobcat attachment dealer for
warranty work is the responsibility of the end-user / owner.
Service schedules must be adhered to, documented and genuine parts / lubricants must be used. The warranty does not
cover oils, lubricants and replacement of scheduled service items and / or high wear items. Pins and bushings are
considered to be normal consumable items and are not warranted.
The warranty does not cover damages resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations, use of the Bobcat product as an
attachment on any equipment not approved by Bobcat, air flow obstructions, or failure to maintain or use the Bobcat product
according to the instructions applicable to it.
DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. EXCLUDES OTHER CONDITIONS, WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ALL KINDS,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE (EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE) INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
AND CONDITIONS RELATING TO MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
CORRECTIONS BY DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. OF NONCONFORMITIES WHETHER PATENT OR LATENT, IN THE MANNER
AND FOR THE TIME PERIOD PROVIDED ABOVE, SHALL CONSTITUTE FULFILMENT OF ALL LIABILITIES OF DOOSAN
BENELUX S.A. FOR SUCH NONCONFORMITIES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE,
INDEMNITY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO OR ARISING OUT OF SUCH PRODUCT.
THE REMEDIES OF THE END-USER / OWNER SET FORTH UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE WARRANTY OUTLINED
ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. INCLUDING ANY HOLDING, SUBSIDIARY,
ASSOCIATED OR AFFILIATED COMPANY OR DISTRIBUTOR WITH RESPECT TO THIS SALE OR THE PRODUCT AND
SERVICE FURNISHED HEREUNDER IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMANCE OR BREACH THEREOF, OR FROM
DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, REPAIR OR TECHNICAL DIRECTION COVERED BY OR FURNISHED UNDER THIS SALE,
WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, INDEMNITY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE
SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UPON WHICH SUCH LIABILITY IS BASED.
DOOSAN BENELUX S.A. INCLUDING ANY HOLDING, SUBSIDIARY, ASSOCIATED OR AFFILIATED COMPANY AND
DISTRIBUTOR SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE TO THE END-USER / OWNER, ANY SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OR ANY
BENEFICIARY OR ASSIGNEE RELATING TO THIS SALE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THIS SALE OR BY ANY BREACH THEREOF, OR ANY DEFECT IN, OR FAILURE OF,
OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT UNDER THIS SALE, WHETHER BASED UPON LOSS OF USE, LOST PROFITS OR
REVENUE, INTEREST, LOST GOODWILL, WORK STOPPAGE, IMPAIRMENT OF OTHER GOODS, LOSS BY REASON OF
SHUTDOWN OR NON-OPERATION, INCREASED EXPENSES OF OPERATION OR CLAIMS OF USER OR CUSTOMERS OF
THE USER FOR SERVICE INTERRUPTION WHETHER OR NOT SUCH LOSS OR DAMAGE IS BASED ON CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, INDEMNITY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.
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Operation and Maintenance Manual

(LT213) S/N 045300101 and Above

6902546-EN (12-09) Printed in Belgium © Bobcat Europe 2009

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Trencher Serial Number

YOUR BOBCAT® DEALER:

BOBCAT COMPANY IS ISO 9001:2000 CERTIFIED . . . . . . . . . . VII

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR INTERCHANGEABLE

FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XII

IDENTIFICATION AND MACHINE SIGNS (DECALS) . . . . . . . . . . X

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IX

Manufacturer Equipment Also Compliant to Other EC

Type of Interchangeable Equipment: Trencher

Authorized Signatory and Place of Declaration

Troy Kraft Date: December 29, 2009

Attachment Serial Number Figure 3

LT213 and LT313

Always use the serial number of the trencher when

LT213 and LT313 Trencher

Auger Digging Chain

Trench Cleaner Shoe

Side Shift Valve

Auger Digging Chain

Trench Cleaner Shoe

Case Drain Hose Hydraulic Motor

The trencher is equipped with the following standard

• The trencher features a larger diameter auger with a

FIRE PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII

• The new operator must start in an area without

• Know the weight of the materials being handled. Never

For an operator to be qualified, he or she must not use

Use Safety Rules

• Read and follow instructions in the machine and the

• Check for underground lines before operating

• In addition to the design and configuration of

• Check that the Bob-Tach levers are in the locked

• Check that the attachment is securely fastened to the

• Make sure all the machine controls are in the

• Operate the attachment according to the Operation

• When learning to operate the attachment, do it at a

• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area when

• The attachment must be used ONLY on approved

• DO NOT modify equipment or add attachments that

• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the

• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if

Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage and

Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc). must be removed

Check the spark arrester exhaust system regularly to

Check all electrical wiring and connections for damage.

Welding And Grinding

Always clean the machine and attachment, disconnect

Have good ventilation when grinding or welding painted

Dust generated from repairing non-metallic parts such as

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH TELESCOPIC HANDLERS . . . 25

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY WORK MACHINES. . 37

TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE ON A

TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . 47